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The era when Constituency briefing was held only once a year is over. Henceforth, both Constituency briefing and empowerment programme will hold monthly and on a Ward rotational basis, Member representing Essien Udim State Constituency, Prince Ukpong Akpabio II has declared.  He announced that the maiden edition of his Ward Empowerment programme for July 2023 will come up on Saturday, July 29, 2023, in Afaha Ward, where the PDP scored the highest number of votes during the Governorship and State House of Assembly election. Addressing a cross section of Essien Udim Caucus alongside Ward, Chapter and State Party officers at the residence of the Political Leader of Essien Udim, Obong M. A. Afangideh, on Friday, July 28, 2023, the lawmaker noted that the regular interface is aimed at bridging the gap between the representative and constituents. According to Prince Akpabio, the development is in line with the philosophy of the Arise Agenda which places premium on rural development. He annou

Governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno has expressed satisfaction on the leadership dexterity of the Speaker of Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Udeme Otong. Governor Eno made the commendation on Thursday, at the closing ceremony to mark the end of Akwa Ibom Dialogue and formal launch of the ARISE Agenda at Ibom Icon Hotels and Golf Resort. The physically elated State Chief Executive described Elder Otong as a dedicated servant-leader and worthy partner. The Governor appreciated Rt. Hon. Otong and Members of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly for prompt screening and confirmation of Commissioners and Special Adviser nominees within a very short notice.  Rt. Hon. Otong in his goodwill message at the event reiterated the commitment of the 8th Assembly to enact relevant laws that will give the ARISE Agenda the needed legal framework to thrive. Media Unit, Office of the he Speaker,  Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly.

An Akwa Ibom State-Malaysian daughter, Miss Sara Sofea Idongesit Warrie has clinched second position in the just concluded Malaysia FT Open Fencing Tournament. Sara Sofea Idongesit Warrie who is just 11 years going to 12, came second after a fierce final with Phillipines champion Juliana Gomez 22 years old, in the first FT Open Championship organized by the Kuala Lumpur Fencing Association and the Putrajaya Fencing Association. Sarah who lost just 3 points to Gomez with score of 15-12 expressed happiness over her feat after a long period of preparation. She commended Juliana for also showing resilience in the Championship. Miss Sara paid glowing tributes to her coaches who spared nothing in getting her prepared for the championship and promised to up her game in subsequent fencing meets. Miss Sara is the youngest daughter to Dr Idongesit Warrie from Akwa Ibom State and Dr Ayu Ningrad who is a Malaysian. Her other siblings, all are fencers as well. Miss Sara started Fencing at the age o

The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has screened and confirmed 23 Commissioners and one Special Adviser nominees which was sent to it by the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno. It would be recalled that the House had on July 20, 2023, at Plenary, received a letter from Governor Eno, requesting it to confirm 23 persons as Commissioners and one as Special Adviser into the State Executive Council.  In line with the procedure set out in Order 2, Rule 2 (3) of her Standing Order, the House deliberated on the letter and subsequently referred same to the House Committee on Judiciary, Justice, Human Rights and Public Petitions to screen the nominees and formally report back to the House. Presenting the report at Plenary on Tuesday, Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Prince-Aniefiok Attah representing Nsit Atai State Constituency, disclosed that the Committee screened the credentials and other relevant documents of the nominees, in line with Section 192 (4) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Re

Speaker of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Udeme Otong, has dedicated the 8th Assembly to God. The Speaker who led Members of the House to a special Thanksgiving Service on Monday at the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly Chapel of Peace, described the 8th Assembly as an Assembly of new beginning. Hon. Otong who drew his thanksgiving from Psalms 100, appreciated God for their election and reelection into the State House of Assembly. "We came here to thank God for His grace and life of the Honourable Members. God has made it possible for us to represent our people, so we are here to glorify God. The 8th Assembly is an Assembly of new beginning and we believe that good things will happen in this Assembly", he said. He sued for love and unity among elected Members and Staff of the State Assembly, noting that it is only with cooperation and dedication to duty that the current Assembly can deliver on its mandate.  Earlier in his exhortation, the Guest Minist

Speaker of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Udeme Otong, has disclosed that the 8th Assembly under his leadership, is focused on legislations that will guarantee economic and social emancipation to the people. The Speaker stated this on Monday, at the opening ceremony of the Akwa Ibom Dialogue and formal launch of the Arise Agenda of the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, held at the Ibom Hotels and Golf Resort, Uyo. While describing the event as a rare milestone in Akwa Ibom State, Rt. Hon. Otong expressed hope that the ARISE Agenda will help actualise the hopes and aspirations of the people. "Your Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, my colleagues and I, having spent a reasonable time to x-ray and evaluate the ARISE AGENDA, which is anchored on Agricultural Revolution, Rural Development, Infrastructural Maintenance/Advancement, Security Management and Educational Advancement, we are proud to say that the Agenda is a manifestation of our long awaited roadmap an

Hon. Eric Akpan, the esteemed Member representing Nsit Ibom State Constituency in the Akwa Ibom House of Assembly -  AKHA, has once again demonstrated his commitment to uplifting the lives of his constituents.  In line with his promise of effective representation and support for local businesses, Hon. Eric Akpan earlier today empowered Mr Eti-etop Akpan, a resident entrepreneur from Nsit Ibom state Constituency, with a substantial sum of five hundred thousand naira to bolster his business. The empowerment initiative, a vital component of Hon. Eric Akpan's vision to mitigate the harsh effects of the national economy, seeks to provide tangible assistance to deserving constituents while fostering long-term growth and advancement within the community.  By allocating funds directly to local entrepreneurs like Mr Eti-etop Akpan, Hon. Akpan aims to create a lasting impact on the livelihoods of his constituents and contribute to the overall development of Nsit Ibom State Constituency. Ackn