The Sterling Global crisis is unfolding “the exit of foreign firms” across Nigeria’s economic landscape as the issue is marked by dramatic headlines daily. The reasons form a familiar, depressing chorus: foreign exchange volatility, security concerns, inconsistent policy, and an often brutal operating environment. This is not just a business story; it is a national emergency. Each departure is a vote-of-no-confidence, a subtraction of jobs, expertise, and future potential. In this alarming context, we must ask ourselves: what kind of nation drives away the partners it desperately needs? And more importantly, who are the ones choosing to stay, to build,…
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Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, will on Monday commission 1.4 kilometres of newly constructed internal roads at the State Police Headquarters, Ikot Akpan Abia. The project, according to a statement issued by the State Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Umanah, is part of the Governor’s commitment to strengthening security infrastructure and improving the working environment for security personnel. The statement divulged that with this project, “the total length of roads undertaken or completed by the administration now exceeds 965 kilometres.” The event is scheduled for 4 p.m. today at the Police Headquarters, Ikot Akpan Abia, Uyo. Members…
NANS Humanitarian Affairs Directorate joined State College Ikot Ekpene students Tuesday. Dual celebration honors Senator Godswill Akpabio’s 63rd birthday grandly. Class 2025 graduation coincides perfectly creating electric atmosphere vibrant. Comrade Patience Nnyenime leads delegation turning school compound festive carnival. Wahalaupdate smells political birthday rally disguised student love fest massive. Students Worship Senate President’s “Gifts” Students seize center stage listing Akpabio interventions passionately dramatic. Modern classroom block recently built commissioned steals spotlight deservedly. School principal management receive delegation warmly expressing deep gratitude profusely. Wahalaupdate questions taxpayer-funded classroom photo-op political investment calculated. Akpabio education savior or election campaign infrastructure brilliant? Comrade Nnyenime…
In a political upheaval with national ramifications, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has formally defected from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). According to report, the confirmation of this move was announced by the Governor in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital, today. It signals the reinforcement of a peace pact brokered by President Bola Tinubu and resolves a prolonged, public feud between the governor and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Rivers as the Prize: Why It Matters Governor Fubara’s transition to the APC grants the ruling party direct control over Nigeria’s economic linchpin, a…
Imo Akpan hailed the President of the 10th Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio as a national asset, foundational pillar of leadership and a generational gift to Nigeria. This was contained in a birthday tribute by a top official of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Obong Barr. Imo E. Akpan. In a personally-signed statement issued on Tuesday to WahalaUpdate, Barr. Akpan, who is the Commissioner representing Akwa Ibom State on the RMAFC. Celebrated the Senate President’s life, tracing his trajectory from humble origins to national prominence. He said Senator Akpabio, being a…
In a dramatic early morning assault, military forces in the Republic of Benin have launched a coup d’état, successfully removing President Patrice Talon from power, according to statements from the armed forces themselves. The unfolding crisis began in the pre-dawn hours of Sunday, when soldiers attacked the official residence of President Patrice Talon in the administrative capital, Porto-Novo. Following the initial attack, a faction of the military, led by Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri, seized control of the national television and radio broadcasting headquarters. From the state broadcaster’s studios, Lt. Col. Tigri read a brief statement declaring that President Talon had…
Senator Aniekan Bassey reviewed ECOWAS Parliament progress during 2025 Second Ordinary Session commencement marking 25th anniversary. ECOWAS Parliament press release confirmed Senator Bassey’s statements, session dates, budget adoption directly from Abuja yesterday. Sixth legislature member detailed Nigeria’s positions on security, democracy during televised opening ceremony broadcast regionally. Delegate statements cross-checking official records exposing regional integration failures brutally hidden. 25th Anniversary Milestone or Farce? ECOWAS Parliament celebrates 25 years amid coups, insecurity questioning relevance after quarter century wasted regionally. Second Ordinary Session runs December 1-13 supposedly advancing democracy integration West Africa desperately needs urgently. Senator Bassey claims progress review ignores Nigeria’s abandoned…
The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Diaspora and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), Senator Aniekan Bassey, PhD, has called for deeper global partnerships and stronger diplomatic engagement to safeguard the interests of Nigerians living in different parts of the world. Speaking during a Committee strategy session, Senator Bassey emphasized that Nigeria cannot afford to operate in isolation. Especially at a time when migration, global security, foreign employment, cross-border education, and irregular mobility are becoming more complex. He stated that Nigerians abroad contribute significantly to the nation’s economy through remittances. Also, investments, professional networks, and knowledge transfer, and must therefore be protected…
Senior officials of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) have expressed strong satisfaction with the pace and quality of work at the ongoing construction of the Commission’s state headquarters in Uyo. The assurance was given on Wednesday during a joint inspection visit by the Akwa Ibom State Representative on the NDDC Board, Apostle Abasiandikan Nkono, and the State Director, Engr. Evong Evong. Following a comprehensive tour of the facility. Apostle Nkono Hails NDDC’s Sustainable Infrastructure Focus Apostle Nkono hailed the project as evidence of the Commission’s renewed focus on delivering tangible and sustainable infrastructure in the State. “What we are…
Chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akwa Ibom State Council, Comrade Nsibiet John, has dismissed allegations of media repression in the State, describing a report by Mr. Mojeed Misikilu of International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria as “false, unfounded and inconsistent with reality.” Comrade John was speaking in Uyo on Wednesday at a media symposium to mark this year’s Press Week of Akwa Ibom State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ. Comrade John Rejects IPI Allegations After Careful Review In a reaction to the claim, Comrade John said he had carefully reviewed the concerns raised by IPI, but found…