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The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Akwa Ibom State Chapter, Rev Dr Ndueso Ekwerre has lauded the vision of foremost Architect and Social Housing advocate, Otuekong Ezekiel Nyaetok, observing that, God has used him to make exploits in the Housing sector. Dr Ekwerre made the observation when he led a high powered delegation of CAN leaders in the State to inspect the now ready for acquisition by interested members of the public, FGN/NOVONE Social Housing Estate located at Ikot Ntuen Nsit opposite University of Uyo Teaching Hospital along Olusegun Obasanjo Road Uyo. The CAN Chairman who praised Arc. Nyaetok for remaining consistent over the years in the faith and performing at the highest level over the years making a difference with a unique legacy in social housing, not only within the state and the country but beyond the shores of Nigeria. Dr Ekwerre stressed that, no man can accomplish the feats Arc. Nyaetok has recorded if God is not with him and

Speaker of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Bassey, has lauded the academic excellence put up by 18 indigenes of the state who graduated as Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP II) during the Regular Course-2 of the Nigeria Police Academy. Rt. Hon. Bassey, who received the newly commissioned officers in his office on Tuesday, expressed delight over their feat at the Academy, saying “it is a thing of joy and gladness to have Akwa Ibom sons aspire to this height. This is in line with the Dakkada philosophy of Governor Udom Emmanuel.” He assured them that the Udom Emmanuel’s administration will do its best to encourage and support sons and daughters of the state to take up responsibilities that will project Akwa Ibom positively in the comity of states. The Speaker urged the new officers to continually exude excellence as they rise through the ranks in their career to become the next Etim Inyang of blessed memory. Speaking, the leader of the team, ASP

In its avowed determination to give the Free and Compulsory Education the legal backing it deserves, the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has moved to establish a law for the provision of free tuition and examination fees in public schools in the state to aid sustainability. This follows a "Bill For a Law to Provide For Free Tuition and Examination Fees in Public Primary and Secondary Schools in Akwa Ibom State and for Related Matters," sponsored by the Leader of the House, Sir Udo Kierian Akpan (member for Oruk Anam). The House Leader, while leading the debate for the Bill to be read the second time on Thursday during the plenary, told the House that the Bill sought to provide free and compulsory formal education, including the payment of examination fees to every Akwa Ibom child from primary to secondary school levels.  He pointed out that the Bill, when passed into law, shall ensure quality education in line with the standards and norms of high scholarly

In line with his Social  Governance  ideologies which aim at creating a balance between the government and and governed through a bottom-to-top approach, the Visioner of Social Governance Ideologies, Arc Ezekiel Nya-Etok has called for dynamics in the state politicking affairs ahead of the 2023 general elections. The Social Governance Visioner speaking on the topic, "ideological politics and good governance" stated that with the dynamic of modifying the principle of selecting candidates through zoning round the three Senatorial Districts of the State, Akwa Ibom to make room for a better and well served State. "We could look at the dynamics that will make us a better state, provide us with the sort of governance that we want instead of playing politics, going through the motions and people are dying by the day. You need to understand what government is and governance", Arc Nya-Etok stated during the "Nya-Etok 10 to 11 on XL 106.9FM" aired today,

By Etim HOMAGE Speaker Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. Aniekan Bassey, has lauded the initiative and role of Michael Bush in the development of sports and human capital in Akwa Ibom State. The Speaker gave the commendation at the St. Thomas RCM school, Ekpene Ukim, on Monday, during the final kick-off of the 2019 Edition of Michael Bush's Football Competition. He expressed the Udom Emmanuel’s commitment and determination to develop Uruan vis-à-vis Akwa Ibom State through sports and recreation, maintaining that “the only way to realize the administration’s objective is by properly funding sporting activities. And this is a task I am committed to.” “Football competition does not not only to promote love and unity. It also serve as a career platform for our youths. I want to sincerely thank the initiator and sponsor of this competition, Michael Bush, for this feat,” he said. The Speaker further enjoined other well to do individuals to follow the path of Michae

Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has called on the State Ministry of Health and other relevant authorities, to be proactive in curtailing the resurgence of Lassa Fever in Akwa Ibom State. The call was made at Plenary on Tuesday, following a Motion brought before the House by the Member representing Etinan State Constituency, Rt. Hon. (Barr.) Aniefiok Denis. The Etinan Lawmaker in his Motion, expressed worry over the proximity of affected States to Akwa Ibom and the national nature of inter-state travels which leads to daily influx of people in and out the affected states which he listed to include Rivers, Edo, Ebonyi, Anambra, Kogi, Kaduna, Borno, Jigawa, Ogun and Ondo. With the recent outbreak of Lassa Fever in Nigeria and the deadly Corona Virus globally, the Assemblyman said it was imperative that proactive steps be taken to protect the state from the spread of the infectious diseases. In its resolution, the House after receiving contributions from the Members represent

The sorry state of Secondary School Adadia Uruan has one again been brought to the attention of government for immediate rehabilitation. An indigene of Uruan, Ubong Sure had this to say on his Facebook wall: !!! Pls come to our rescue!!! (SECONDARY SCHOOL ADADIA URUAN L.G.A ON TOTAL COLLAPSE) Pls I call on our amiable Governor His excellency Deacon Udom Emmanuel to help save our children (the future generation) from lacking secondary school education and to be able to participate in the free and compulsory education going on in the state. The deplorable condition of this school will be not less than 12 years now .Apart from the building there is no facility that could likened it to a secondary school. This school serves about 15 to 20 villages spanning wards like; south 1,south 2,south 3 and adjoining villages like nung ikono obio and nung ikono ufok. And therefore it creates much difficulty for parents to transport their wards across miles seeking secondar

By Uwakmfon Dan Poised by its determination to boost entrepreneurship, the Akwa Ibom State Government, through the Directorate of Marketing and Brand Management, is partnering with the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), to enable budding entrepreneurs in the state have access to grants from the Tony Elemelu Foundation (TEF).  At a One Day Free Workshop on Developing a Winning Business Concept Note for the Tony Elemelu Foundation Grant, for Uyo Senatorial District, held at the Council Hall, Uyo Local Government Secretariat, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Marketing and Brand Management, Mr Ime Uwah, cited inability to access capital as one the biggest challenges faced by start-ups and growing businesses.  "A survey we conducted within the Uyo metropolis on challenges of start-ups and growing businesses, indicated inability to access capital as the biggest issue raised. However, from practical experience, and further

The Speaker of Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Bassey, has called for improved welfare, for families of military men who lost their lives in active service. The Speaker stated this on Sunday, shortly after an Inter-denominational Service to mark this year's Armed Forces Remembrance Day held at Word Tabernacle Church, Osongama Estate, Uyo. The Lawmaker flanked by his Wife, Mrs Itohowo Bassey, lauded efforts of the Armed Forces in defending Nigeria's territorial integrity and also called for more prayers and support for families of those who died in active service to the nation. Rt. Hon. Bassey further urged the Federal Government and military authorities to prioritise the welfare of serving and retired military personnel, as a way of appreciating their immense sacrifices for the sustenance of peace and security in the country. Earlier during the Service, the State Governor, Mr Udom Emmanuel, paid glowing tributes to the fallen heroes who laid down

Mitchell Gregory The Coalition of Online Publishers in Akwa Ibom State (COOPA) have resolved to training and retraining of her members as a priority for the year 2020. The statement was made rising from the first EXCO meeting of the organization held on Thursday, January 9, 2020 in Uyo. The Chancellor of COOPA and Publisher of The Mail, Mr Ifreke Nseowo-Connoisseur said it is pertinent to equip COOPA members for the media revolution going on in the world through training and retraining. Mr Ifreke said that training will stand out COOPA members from others in the saturated new media field, adding that professionalism is the watchword of COOPA. The meeting had in attendance top bloggers and media personalities; the Deputy Vice Chancellor & Publisher of Wetinhappen.com.ng, Mr Aniekan Ekah, the Secretary General, Nelson NseAbasi, the publisher of Ibom Telegraph and Special Assistant to the Speaker of Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Mr Darlington Udobong, the publisher