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Nigeria: Commissioner Resigns As PDP Governor Crosses to APC

Nigeria: Commissioner Resigns As PDP Governor Crosses to APC

75% Center coverage: 4 sources

Commissioner Ememobong says his politics of principle won't allow him follow the governor to the APC.See the Story

Nigeria: Akwa Ibom - There Must Be Limit to Politics, Involving Family Evil

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Nigeria: Akwa Ibom - There Must Be Limit to Politics, Involving Family Evil

75% Left coverage: 4 sources

Rights activist and Abuja based lawyer Barr. Ejikeme Thompson Ogbodo has condemned the involvement of the daughter of Akwa Ibom State Governor by perceived political detractors to score cheap political point.See the Story

CSO Lauds DSS for Foiling Kidnapping in AkwaIbom During Eid Festivities

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CSO Lauds DSS for Foiling Kidnapping in AkwaIbom During Eid Festivities

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Nigeria | 13 seconds ago Linus Alekein Abuja A Civil Society Organisation operating under the umbrella of the Civil and Human Rights Accountability Network (CHRAN) has applauded the Department of State Services (DSS) for preventing a large-scale kidnapping incident in AkwaIbom State during the Eid El-Kabir holiday. The CSO also See the Story

Retract It! – Kenneth Okonkwo Under Fire As Comment On Gov Eno Sparks Outrage

A fresh wave of outrage has erupted across Akwa Ibom State following comments credited to Nollywood actor and political figure, Kenneth Okonkwo, who reportedly referred to the state governor, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, as a “transgenderic governor”. The remark, described by many as “baseless, offensive, and unbecoming of a public personality,” has triggered swift condemnation from indigenes, civil society advocates, and political observers who say t…Transgender · Akwa Ibom See the Story

Akwa Ibom ends 3-day prayer summit to usher in rapid economic development

By ANIEFIOK UDONQUAK, Uyo – Akwa Ibom State Government has ended a three-day prayer summit intended to ensure The post Akwa Ibom ends 3-day prayer summit to usher in rapid economic development appeared first on National Accord Newspaper.Uyo · Uyo Read Article

GIST: Head Boy of Lagos Comedy Incorporates Akwa Ibom Rapper Udo Jerry's Freestyle in New Skit

Head Boy of Lagos Comedy Incorporates Akwa Ibom Rapper Udo Jerry's Freestyle in New SkitPopular Nigerian content creator Head Boy of Lagos, known for his humorous takes on everyday Nigerian life, has drawn attention with a new comedy skit that features a unique twist a freestyle tune from an Akwa Ibom rapper Udo Jerry.While the specifics of the collaboration remain largely under wraps, fans have noted the creative use of the freestyle beat in th…Akwa Ibom · Akwa Ibom Read Article

Akwa Ibom to host 3-day symposium on communication, governance

By Theresa Donatus The Association of Eket Senatorial District Media Professionals is set to convene a high-level, three-day symposium focused on the intersection of media, governance, and development in Akwa Ibom State. The event will take place from June 26 to 28, 2025, at Nissi Hall, Eden Hotels Ltd., Eket. With the theme Communication Dynamics []The post Akwa Ibom to host 3-day symposium on communication, governance appeared first on DAILY T…Eket · Eket Read Article

NNL: Gateway United target positive end to season

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Gateway United are targeting a positive end to the 2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. The Abeokuta-based club will lock horns with Godswill Akpabio FC at the Uyo Township Stadium on Saturday. Both team’s are battling for survival in the NNL. Gateway United occupy ninth position on the NNL Group B table with 22 points, while Godswill Akpabio FC are 10th on the log with 21 points. Abakaliki FC who are at the bottom of the group table will …Uyo · Uyo Read Article

Eno assures corps members of safety, urges commitment to nat’l unity

Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom has assured members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in the state of adequate safety and security during their service year. By Isaiah Eka Gov. Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom has assured members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in the state of adequate safety and security during their service year. Eno made the call on Friday at the swearing-in ceremony of the 2025 NYSC Batch A Stream II NYSC members at Nsit Atai L…Nsit Atai · Nsit Atai Read Article

"We have a wedding to plan" – Final year university students celebrate as one of them announces her wedding ceremony in class

In a heartwarming display, final-year students from a department at the University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, erupted in excitement after one of their classmates announced her wedding ceremony. In the clip, the class representative stood before the class to announce the wedding news; the bride-to-be identified herself and stood in front of the class, […] The post “We have a wedding to plan” – Final year university students celebrate as one of them…University Student · Uyo Read Article

Kenneth Okonkwo is still living in bondage, Gov. Eno blasts actor for calling him “transgenderic”

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

The Governor was responding to Okonkwo’s initial attack on him for defecting to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) where he referred to him as a “transgenderic governor”.Akwa Ibom · Akwa Ibom Read Article

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