Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has released an additional ₦2.3 billion for the payment of outstanding gratuities to retirees in the state, bringing the total disbursement under his administration to nearly ₦80 billion. The latest payment is part of the Governor’s sustained effort to clear the backlog of inherited entitlements. A statement issued on Wednesday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Ekerete Udoh, indicates that the Governor met a huge liability of ₦111 billion in unpaid gratuities and other emoluments when he assumed office on May 29, 2023. “With the release of this amount, Governor…
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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has fired back at protesters and critics of the newly passed Electoral Act (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bill, 2026, urging them to obtain and study the legislation before attacking the National Assembly over its contentious decision to discard mandatory real-time transmission of election results. Speaking shortly after the Senate adopted the votes and proceedings of plenary and passed the bill on Tuesday, Akpabio defended the amendments, insisting they would strengthen Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections. “After today, elections in 2027, if this is assented to and accompanied by the President, will be very…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mrs. Glory Obot, has raised concern over what she described as a lack of consultation with respected party chieftains in Etinan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State ahead of the ward and local government congresses scheduled by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC). Mrs. Obot, a Lagos-based businesswoman and long-standing member of the party since its Action Congress (AC) days, spoke during an interview shortly after arriving at the Victor Attah International Airport in Uyo to participate in the congresses. She said she was disturbed by reports from Etinan indicating that…
By Imaobong Obot Barely 24 hours to the commencement of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ward congress in Akwa Ibom State scheduled for Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, concerns are emerging within party circles over the level of consultation preceding the exercise. In January 2026, during the inauguration of the seven-man Congress Implementation Committee in Uyo, Governor Umo Eno directed members to consult widely with party leaders across all local government areas before the congresses. The directive was issued well ahead of the ward, local government and state congresses, providing sufficient time for consultation and harmonisation. Key stakeholders and party chieftains…
President Bola Tinubu has come under renewed criticism over the state of electricity supply in Nigeria, following reports that the Presidential Villa may be disconnected from the national grid to rely solely on solar power. In a statement issued on Tuesday, former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi described the development as a stark contrast to Tinubu’s campaign assurance. Obi noted that 32 months after taking office, instead of “living by his powerful words,” the President “now dumps the National Grid that has been performing abysmally under his watch.” The statement referenced reports of provisions in…
The Commissioner representing Akwa Ibom State on the Governing Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Apostle Abasiandikan Nkono, has congratulated successful applicants for the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) training organised by the Commission in collaboration with Viendenburg Energy Resources. Apostle Nkono made the commendation on Monday during the flag-off ceremony of the NDDC CNG Autogas Conversion Training programme, held at the Dakkada Skills Acquisition Centre in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital. The event brought together participants from across the nine mandate states of the Commission. The Commissioner described the initiative as proof of the Commission’s commitment to…
The Akwa Ibom North West (Ikot Ekpene) Senatorial District witnessed a powerful surge of youth energy and engagement as Comr. Patience Nnyenime, the National Director of Humanitarian Affairs of the National Association of Nigerian Students and Coordinator of Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District Students, convened a Students Thank You and Empowerment Convergence that has drawn wide commendation across Akwa Ibom State and beyond. The gathering was initially organised to express profound appreciation to students for their unity, commitment, and massive mobilisation during the historic NANS Iconic Walk held in honour of the President of the Senate, His Excellency Sen. Dr. Godswill…
The All Progressives Congress Media Network has thrown its full weight behind Governor Umo Eno’s declaration that only registered party members will be eligible for political appointments in Akwa Ibom State. In a press statement issued on Saturday, the party’s media arm described the governor’s stance as “a necessary step toward protecting the party and ensuring focused, effective governance.” The statement, signed by the Director General of the APC Media Network, Otuekong Iniobong John, said the move would “promote honesty, loyalty, and clarity in the political process.” “The APC Media Network fully supports the clear and principled stance taken by…
The Akwa Ibom State Chapter of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors has applauded the unanimous endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Governor Umo Eno by the traditional rulers of Akwa Ibom North West Senatorial District ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a congratulatory statement issued in Uyo on Sunday, the State Coordinator of the group, Obong Prince Akpan Ikim, said the royal endorsement reflects the deep confidence of the traditional institution in the leadership, performance, and commitment to development shown by the three leaders at the national and state levels. Ikim described the endorsement as…
Apostle Abasiandikan Nkono, the Akwa Ibom State representative on the Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has donated eleven internet routers to ensure a seamless All Progressives Congress (APC) e-registration exercise across Eket Local Government Area. The donation, comprising one router for each of the eleven wards in Eket community. Party stakeholders received the presentation on Thursday, January 23, during their meeting. Apostle Nkono: Gesture Ensures Smooth Registration Apostle Nkono explained that he intended the gesture to guarantee smooth registration and prevent internet failure disruptions. He stressed that with Eket is one of the state’s most populous areas.…