Akwa bom State Governor’s Wife, Pastor Patience Umo Eno, addressing women at the meeting. By Anietie Akpan Women in Akwa bom state led by the Governor’s Wife, Pastor Patience Umo Eno have started strategizing towards the upcoming Local Government (LGA) elections in the state. Accordingly, she hosted female stakeholders, nominated LGA Coordinators and others to…
The aged widow Madam Iniema Isaac (middle) displaying her ceremonial cheque and assisted by government officials, relatives and others. By Anietie Akpan About 16 less privileged families in Akwa Ibom state have so far taken delivery of the Governor Umo Eno’s Arise Compassionate Home Initiative. In addition to the tastefully furnished homes, the sum of…
By Anietie Akpan Southern Governors have thrown their weight behind the issue of fiscal federalism and devolution of power as they tinker with the idea of solid mineral control, establishment of state police and others. This was contained in a 17 point communique endorsed by the Ogun State Governor and Chairman, Southern Governors’ Forum, Prince…
Governor Umo Eno By Anietie Akpan Akwa Ibom state government has announced the immediate release of N4.755 billion for the payment of gratuities, bonuses and others to civil servants in the state. A press statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Ekerete Udoh, said this action by the state governor, Pastor Umo…
OPINION By Etim Etim This week has been particularly raw in Africa. The continent continues to face severe economic challenges, spending more on debt servicing than on health and education. But nothing evoked more emotions than the horror of policemen shooting at rioters on the streets of Nairobi as they protested against what they considered…
The Commander, 13 Amphibious Brigade, Nigerian Army, Calabar, Brigadier General Muftau Owodiran Ibrahim (2nd L), NUJ Chairman, Comrade Archibong Bassey (2nd R) and others during the courtesy visit. By Ita Williams, Calabar The Commander, 13 Amphibious Brigade, Nigerian Army, Calabar, Cross River State, Brigadier General Muftau Owodiran Ibrahim has called for a greater patriotism and…