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UYO – Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to transforming the state into a leading destination for medical tourism through sustained investments in world-class healthcare infrastructure, modern diagnostic facilities, manpower development, and quality healthcare delivery. Governor Eno made the declaration on Tuesday while receiving the Minister Counsellor and Deputy Head of Mission of the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Nigeria, Ms. Kristen Weringsaasen, and a delegation from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) during a courtesy visit to Government House, Uyo. Represented by the Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, the Governor described healthcare as one…
Uyo – The Akwa Ibom State Government has dismissed as misleading and unfounded an open letter questioning the composition of the Akwa Ibom State Electricity Regulatory Commission (AKSERC), insisting that appointments into the Commission were based on merit, professional competence, and extensive experience in electricity regulation, engineering, energy economics, and public sector governance. The State Commissioner for Information, Hon. Aniekan Umanah, stated this in a release responding to an open letter addressed to Governor Umo Eno by Mr. Collins Ette Jackson. Umanah described claims regarding the alleged lack of statutory and technical competence within AKSERC as a selective interpretation of…
By Ndifreke Bassey The political leader of Uyo Senatorial District, Distinguished Senator Effiong Bob, has cautioned against what he described as unwarranted attacks on Governor Umo Eno, warning that the people of Uyo Senatorial District would resist any attempt to undermine the governor’s administration ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with journalists on the growing political activities in Akwa Ibom State, Senator Bob urged politicians and critics to embrace issue-based politics rather than resorting to personal attacks. He stressed that democratic engagement should be driven by constructive criticism and objective assessment of government performance, rather than efforts to disparage…
As Chairman Commences Operations at New Council Complex, Signaling Faster Service Delivery By Ndifreke Bassey ORON — The Executive Chairman of Oron Local Government Area, Hon. Chief Asukwo Enweme, on Monday resumed official duties at the newly commissioned Administrative Complex, marking a significant milestone in the Council’s drive toward improved governance, administrative efficiency, and enhanced service delivery. The development signals the commencement of full operations from the modern facility, which was constructed to centralize administrative activities and provide a more accessible and coordinated system of governance for residents of the local government area. The relocation, which took effect in the…
His Grace, Prophet Ekong Ituen, renowned for many accurate prophecies in the Nigerian political space, has justified the main reason he usually gives prophecies to prominent Nigerians and public figures. He explained that it’s because they are known to the public and easily identifiable whenever he mentioned their names.Prophet Ituen emphasized that he is completely apolitical and belongs to no party; he sees himself as a spiritual father to all. When asked if his prophecies are for prominent Nigerians alone? he responded, “This is absolutely untrue. Let me clarify that the primary reason I give prophecies to politicians and prominent…
One of the most admirable qualities of His Excellency, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, Governor of Akwa Ibom State, is his sincerity and commitment to speaking the truth. In an era when many public office holders are often cautious with public communication, Governor Umo Eno has consistently demonstrated honesty, transparency, and the courage to tell the people exactly how things are. The Governor’s fear of God is evident in his leadership style. He is a man who believes in accountability and is not afraid to address sensitive issues openly, regardless of whose interests may be affected. His straightforward approach has earned…
Port Harcourt — Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that Rivers State has no option but to continue supporting President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, citing what he described as unprecedented federal appointments and developmental projects enjoyed by the state under the current administration. Wike made the declaration on Saturday in Port Harcourt during a luncheon organised by the Rainbow Coalition in honour of candidates contesting the forthcoming governorship, National Assembly and State Assembly elections in Rivers State. The former Rivers State governor urged residents to assess the benefits the state had received under the Tinubu…
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 gubernatorial election after securing a landslide victory in the party’s primary election held across the state on Thursday. Governor Eno polled a total of 392,653 votes to defeat other contenders and was subsequently declared winner by the Chairman of the State APC Governorship Primary Elections Committee, Hon. Nwofe Alexander. The governor was later presented with a Certificate of Return during a victory celebration held at Ikot Ekpene Udo in Nsit Ubium Local Government Area, where the committee chairman…
The Akwa Ibom State Government has successfully resolved the dispute between the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH), leading to the suspension of the industrial action earlier declared by health sector unions in the state. The resolution followed a Joint Stakeholders’ Meeting convened by the State Government on Friday at the Old EXCO Chambers, Governor’s Office, Uyo, on the directive of Governor Pastor Umo Eno. The meeting, chaired by the Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, brought together representatives of the State Government, EFCC, security agencies, UUTH management, the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA),…
A prominent stakeholder of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Edet Isong, has commended the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, and the leadership of the APC in the state for the peaceful and successful conduct of the party’s direct primaries across the 31 local government areas of the state. Speaking with newsmen shortly after the exercise, Chief Isong described the primaries as transparent, orderly, and a true reflection of democratic principles and internal party unity. He expressed profound appreciation to Governor Umo Eno for providing an enabling environment that ensured peace, stability, and smooth coordination throughout the…