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Uyo, Akwa Ibom State – Excitement and optimism filled the Civil Service Auditorium in Uyo on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, as thousands of applicants from across the state participated in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the ongoing Akwa Ibom State Civil Service recruitment exercise approved by Governor Umo Eno. The administration had fully rehabilitated the Civil Service Auditorium in preparation for the exercise, equipping it with over 400 brand-new computers, networking facilities, and a reliable power supply to ensure a seamless digital testing environment. The CBT marks a major milestone in Governor Eno’s commitment to a transparent and merit-driven public…

Urue Offong/Oruko, Akwa Ibom State – The Executive Chairman of Urue Offong/Oruko Local Government Council, Rt. Hon. (Amb.) Chief Uno Etim Uno, JP, on Tuesday welcomed members of the Nigerian Legion, Urue Offong/Oruko Chapter, at the Council Secretariat. Comrade Edumoh Ekerendu, the newly elected Chairman of the Legion Chapter and Akwa Ibom State Vice Chairman, commended Chief Uno for his visionary leadership, people-oriented governance, and significant developmental strides in the Local Government Area. He wished the Chairman continued success in his political journey. In response, Chief Uno expressed appreciation for the Legion’s visit and congratulated Comrade Ekerendu on his appointment.…

Chief Edet Isong urges Senator Natasha to leave Senate President alone amid rising political tension Abuja — The controversy surrounding alleged harassment of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the airport took a new turn on Tuesday as the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) denied claims that its officers seized the lawmaker’s passport, insisting she was subjected only to routine travel checks. The senator, who represents Kogi Central, had earlier alleged that her travel was disrupted in what she described as a politically motivated attempt to embarrass her, accusing the Senate President of being behind the incident. But in a swift rebuttal, the…

Conflicting court orders deepen uncertainty within opposition party Ibadan / Abuja — The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has deepened following conflicting court orders and leadership tussles ahead of the party’s planned 2025 National Convention. The Oyo State High Court has granted an interim order permitting the PDP to proceed with its national convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, despite a separate ruling by the Federal High Court in Abuja halting the exercise. In a ruling delivered by Justice A. L. Akintola, the court directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to attend, monitor, and observe the convention pending…

Abuja — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has requested the approval of the National Assembly for a fresh ₦1.15 trillion borrowing from the domestic debt market to help finance the deficit in the 2025 national budget. The President’s request was contained in a letter addressed to the Senate and read on the floor during plenary on Tuesday. According to the letter, the proposed borrowing is aimed at bridging the funding gap in the 2025 fiscal plan and ensuring the full implementation of key government programmes and projects. Tinubu explained that the domestic loan would complement existing financing arrangements and help maintain…

The Akwa Ibom State 2025 Budget of Consolidation and Expansion of the administration of Governor Umo Eno, Ph.D has in the third quarter review hit a record 86.9 percent performance achieved. The budget prepared In accordance with the International Public Accounting Standard {IPSAS} with prevailing macro-economic assumptions was presented with templates of an oil benchmark of $75 per barrel, a national Gross Domestic Product [GDP} of 3.68 percent and an appropriation of N955 billion signed into law. In line with the transparency policy of the administration of Governor Umo Eno, the Akwa Ibom State Government on Wednesday, October 29, 2025…

Yenagoa – In a dramatic turn of events, Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has formally joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), ending months of speculation about his political future and signalling a major realignment in the South-South region. Vice President Kashim Shettima led top APC figures to Yenagoa for the governor’s official welcome ceremony, held at the Peace Park Pavilion on Monday. Among those in attendance were Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, and Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno. Party supporters filled the venue, waving APC…

Osogbo – Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has urged peaceful dialogue and constructive diplomacy between Nigeria and the United States in resolving security concerns and strengthening bilateral relations. In a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, the governor made the appeal following recent threats of military action against Nigeria by U.S. President Donald Trump. Adeleke emphasized that peace and diplomacy, not confrontation, should define the long-standing partnership between both countries. “I appeal to the Presidency of the United States to support Nigeria in fully implementing its new national security strategy,” he said. He explained that the new strategy is…

The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has commended his Senior Special Assistant on Female Mobilisation, Lady Edna Udeme, for her exceptional efforts in promoting self-reliance and economic empowerment among young women in the state. Governor Eno gave the commendation on Saturday, November 1, 2025, during the 9th anniversary and graduation/empowerment ceremony of the fifth batch of 200 trainees of the Female Youth Association (Purple Girls) — an initiative founded by Lady Edna Udeme. The event was held in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital. Represented by the Coordinator, Office of the First Lady, Lady Helen Eno Obareki,…

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has assured that the Commission will partner with the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) to provide skills training and empowerment opportunities for inmates in custodial centres across the Niger Delta region. Dr. Ogbuku gave the assurance when the Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Mr. Sylvester Nwakuche, paid him a courtesy visit at the NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt. He stated that the Commission had maintained a long-standing partnership with the Correctional Service, noting that the NDDC had previously included the Service in its Operation Light Up the…