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  By Edet Okpo The entire  women  structure from the 31 local government areas of the State have unanimously adopted and endorsed Pastor Umo as the sole candidate for the forthcoming 2023 governorship election in the State. This becomes an added boost to Pastor Umo Eno" aspiration to become the next governor of Akwa Ibom, other groups in the State having already endorsed him.  In a message of endorsement signed and read by the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Dr. Ini Adiakpan, the women noted that Akwa Ibom women have holistically assessed the profile of Pastor Umo Eno as a renowned business mogul, entrepreneur of note, employer of labour, paragon of humility, integrity, hard work, fear of God and passion for community development among others and have resolved to endorse and adopt Pastor Umo Eno as the choice and sole candidate of Akwa Ibom women. She said that the women's unanimous resolve to go with the governor and the adopted aspirant was also because th

  A wise man once said he would spend a third of the time he is allotted to fell a tree sharpening his axe. Whether the tree is felled in the end or not, he must have shown both experience, preparation and capacity at getting the work done. At most he will work away with an air of fulfilment if he is not as ambitious as thinking of the glory in accomplishing the task regardless of cause and effect. In his preparation and setting out with the right tools for the job, he would have engraved his imprint on the rocks as a compatriot who prioritizes preparation. With experience, preparation and capacity at the core of the conversation about the 2023 elections in Akwa Ibom State comes the possibility of having a handful of people who would be reporting for the party ticking more boxes of mediocrity than those aforementioned. Take nothing for granted in justifying our choices, including prayers, it is time to look above so much in considering what options would better serve our state, conscio

  By Edet Okpo The unwavering and infectious love and solidarity of Akwa Ibom women for the Wife of the Akwa Ibom State Governor and First Lady of the State, Her Excellency, Dr. (Mrs.) Martha Udom Emmanuel was once again demonstrated in a grand style when they treated her to a surprised mega party to celebrate her 52nd  birthday anniversary.  The event which was held at the Women Development Centre, IBB Way, Uyo and spearheaded by the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare in collaboration with strategic  women leaders, Women groups and Wives of traditional rulers  in the State, pulled thousands of women across the 31 local government areas of the State, who turned up in different colourful attires and in jubilant mood that saw the venue filled to the brim.  According to the Commissioner in charge of Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Dr. Ini Adiakpan, Akwa Ibom women have sufficient reasons to celebrate “a woman with  unbroken record of humility, fear of God, compassion, diligenc

  Stakeholders in the People's Democratic Party in Etinan Federal Constituency have declared total support for the completion agenda of the Government of Akwa Ibom State led by Udom Emmanuel. They made the declaration at the Stakeholders meeting/end of year get-to- together of the Federal Constituency convened by the member representing Etinan/ Nsit Ibom/ Nsit Ubium Federal Constituency, Mr Onofiok Luke at the home of Senator Effiong Bob in Ikot Ekwere, Nsit Ubium Local Government Area, Monday. Political Leader of Uyo Senator Senatorial District Senator Effiong Bob described the meeting as first of its kind in the Federal Constituency. He commended Mr Luke for his ability to bring the three Local Government Areas to one place to give back during the Christmas period. He said that the Federal Constituency fully endorse the completion agenda of governor Udom Emmanuel. Senator Bob added that at the appropriate time the Federal Constituency will speak in one voice. He charged members o

  Renowned business mogul, grassroots politician, social advocate and public affairs analyst from Akwa Ibom State, Chief Victor Matthew, has lauded President Muhammadu Buhari on the reappointment of Engr. Benedict Ukpong for another term in office as National Commissioner representing Akwa Ibom  State in the National Population Commission (NPC), describing the re-engagement as the President’s confirmation of personal satisfaction with and trust in the capacity and service delivery record of the beneficiary. News of the reappointment was contained in a letter forwarded to the Senate for approval which was read during plenary, Tuesday, December 14, 2021. Chief  Victor Matthew whom majority popularly referred to as the “Voice and Conscience of the Masses” aired his views and gratitude to the President for the reappointment of Engr. Ukpong (FNSE) in an exclusive chat with some media practitioners in Uyo, today.  He stated that having a leader like President Muhammadu Buhari who is known wi

  By Asuquo Edem Going by historical and present day threats by the people of Eket claiming ownership of Ikot Nsung,  Akpa Urua Ikot all in Okorokuku, indigenes of Ibeno under the auspices of the joint council of Mkpono Nnitor Ibeno and Ulok Ulok people's Assembly have sent strong warning to Let to desist fortherwith such schemes as they will stop at nothing in protecting what rightfully belongs to them. Presenting a rejoinder yesterday at Ukpenekang Youth Council Hall over a press conference by Itid Afigh Ekid Union the Joint Council Chairman Elder Chief Ikpedem Ekong and the Joint Council Secretary Pastor Tom Samuel Afia said that they will not follow the inglorious path of beating of war drums with the Ekwids adding that "we want the world to know that it is the people of Ekid who have consistently boasted of their possession of a war chest and being the wild Ibibios, as they have also recently claimed, would not hesitate to unleash their wild, animalistic and intractable w

By Edet Okpo The recent media parley distinguished  Senator Akon Eyakenyi had with  her Constituents in  the Media industry could not have been accidental or strange. That was on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at her residence. Since being sworn in as a Senator of the Federal Republic on 11 June, 2019, it is on record that hardly would a month pass by without Senator Akon Eyakenyi, representing Akwa Ibom South(Eket) Senatorial District in the Senate, holding one or two meetings with stakeholders and different groups or organizations in her constituency.  To say that this is representation at its best can therefore be no exaggeration. It is an express indication that the celebrated parliamentarian at whose behest such meetings are usually held is proud of and transparent with her  towering record of performance, hence cannot be afraid to face her people.  In keeping with a tradition that has differentiated her from others, the Senator scheduled for the interface with the media professional