By Akanimo Kufre Akpabio United FC secured a 1-0 victory over Ekiti United FC at the Uyo Township Stadium on Sunday, courtesy of Emmanuel Joseph’s decisive goal. The winning team’s striker scored from a rebound in the second half after Ekiti United’s goalkeeper punched out a potent free kick. Emmanuel Joseph’s impressive performance earned him…
By Anietie Akpan Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reaffirmed the enduring bond between the people of Akwa Ibom State and Cross River State, describing both as brothers who must continue to live in peace and harmony. The governor gave the assurance during a special Sunday worship service at Liberty Gospel Church in…
Dr. Betta Edu. By Anietie Akpan Former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu has called for greater empowerment of women, support for vulnerable as the world cebrates the International Women’s Day. In a statement dated March 8, signed by her, Edu said, “I joined the Mother of the Nation, Her Excellency…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu By Anietie Akpan The Ooni of Ife, Senate President, the Ogun State Governor,Olu of Warri and other prominent leaders in Nigeria and beyond have lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Senator Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, describing the choice as timely, strategic, and well-deserved. In…
Governor Bassey Edet Otu The Governor of Cross River State, Bassey Edet Otu, has paid glowing tribute to the women of the state as the world commemorates International Women’s Day, applauding their resilience, enterprise and invaluable contributions to the state’s social and economic development. In a message issued by his Chief Press Secretary and Special…
…Hits 40 Percent By Ima-Obong Akpantuen The administration of Governor Umo Eno has allocated 40 per cent of political appointments and positions to women, describing the move as unprecedented in the political history of the Akwa Ibom State. This record has surpassed the 35 percent benchmark propounded by the 1995 Beijing Conference. The Deputy Governor…