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32 Projects. 12 Months. One Mission: To ARISE. Under the ARISE Agenda, our administration is delivering life-changing projects and people-centred empowerment to every corner of Akwa Ibom State. Within just one year, we have commissioned 32 landmark projects spanning healthcare, education, roads, security, tourism, and public infrastructure—while directly empowering tens of thousands of citizens. Below are some of the key achievements: HEALTHCARE & EMERGENCY SERVICES • Primary Health Centre, Nduo Eduo, Eket • General Hospital, Ukanafun • Model Primary Health Centre, Ikot Ekwere, Nsit Ubium • Model Primary Health Centre, Eyulor, Urue Offong Oruko • Akwa Ibom State Medical Oxygen…
As the ignition sparked and my BMW X3 unleashed its signature roar, I felt the seamless surge of a machine built for the “Ultimate Driving Experience.” I could hear no hesitation, just the fluid transition of power as I met the vast, sun-drenched expanse of the Airport-Nsit Atai-Okobo Road. For twelve years, this critical artery lay dormant while the people wailed, a silent witness to stagnation. Today, it has found its rhythm, pulsing with the heartbeat of a new Akwa Ibom. In the language of precision engineering, a transmission is defined by its balance of torque and efficiency. This economic…
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, has named the Honourable Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Anietie Udofia, as Commissioner of the Year 2025, in recognition of his outstanding performance, leadership, and the successful organisation of Christmas Unplugged 2025. The announcement was made on Thursday, January 2, 2026, at the Governor’s country home. As part of the recognition, Governor Eno presented ₦20 million to Dr. Udofia as an appreciation gift and also approved ₦100 million for the Christmas Unplugged Committee and organising team. Governor Eno commended the Commissioner for his dedication, commitment, and effective leadership, noting that the…
On January 1st, 2026, Akwa Ibom State reached a pivotal milestone in its journey toward sustainable economic growth. With the official implementation of the Treasury Single Account (TSA), Governor Umo Eno has signaled the end of fragmented fiscal management and the beginning of a transparent, unified financial era. By mandating that all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) funnel revenues into a single consolidated account, the administration is not just changing an accounting method, it is redefining the “aesthetics” of governance through order, precision, and accountability. Before the TSA, the existence of multiple government bank accounts often led to “idle cash”…
Inaugurates Model Health Centre in Nduo Eduo, Eket The Akwa Ibom State Government has declared that no group or individual will be allowed to hinder development in any part of the state, insisting that all government projects will proceed as planned. Governor Umo Eno stated this on Tuesday while inaugurating a newly constructed Model Health Centre at Nduo Eduo in Eket Local Government Area. He particularly condemned a recent warning issued by the Ekid Peoples Union against development activities in the disputed Stubbs Creek Forest area. The group, in a statement signed by its President, Dr. Samuel Udonsak, and Secretary,…
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has honoured its newly retired Directors and staff with service awards in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the Commission’s mandate of developing the Niger Delta region. The ceremony, held at the NDDC Club House in Port Harcourt, celebrated the retirees for their dedication, loyalty, and years of meritorious service to the Commission and the nation. Speaking at the event, the Managing Director of the NDDC, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, emphasized the importance of recognising those who played critical roles in advancing the Commission’s objectives. Dr Ogbuku commended the retirees for their selfless service, describing…
Prominent public affairs analyst and civic advocate, Chief Edet Isong, has strongly condemned recent comments credited to Sheikh Ahmad Gumi on alleged United States military strikes, describing the remarks as dangerous, divisive, and capable of undermining Nigeria’s national security and unity. Reacting to Gumi’s claims that US involvement in Nigeria represents a “neo-Crusade against Islam” and that terrorism in the country is “manufactured,” Chief Isong questioned why such incendiary and unverified assertions are repeatedly made without consequences. “Is Sheikh Gumi above the law of the Federal Republic of Nigeria?” Isong asked. “No individual, regardless of status, should be allowed to…
OPINION: I wish to express my personal appreciation to President Donald Trump for the execution of these strikes, as well as to the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for its military and strategic partnership with the United States in the ongoing war against terror. President Tinubu has displayed uncommon impartiality and exceptional courage. In recent days, individuals who previously criticised my support for President Trump’s reelection have since publicly commended Trump for what they regard as his decisive efforts to assist Nigeria in confronting the persistent threats posed by terrorists and armed bandit groups. There is a growing sense…
Nigeria’s foremost industrialist, Aliko Dangote, has petitioned anti-corruption agencies over alleged corruption and financial impropriety by the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Engr. Farouk Ahmed, calling for a full investigation by the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). In a petition dated December 16, 2025, submitted through his lawyer, Ogwu Onoja (SAN), Dangote alleged that Farouk has lived far beyond his legitimate earnings as a public servant, accusing him of abuse of office, corrupt enrichment, and embezzlement of public funds. According to…
For years, December in Akwa Ibom State was a period many residents quietly endured rather than anticipated. While other parts of Nigeria came alive with carnivals, concerts, and tourist inflows, the season here was often calm to the point of monotony. The festive period passed with little activity beyond family meals and private gatherings. This reality shaped behaviour. Many residents travelled out of the state during the holidays, and indigenes living elsewhere rarely made plans to return home. The consequence was more than emotional; the state lost seasonal revenue, tourism traffic, and the opportunity to project its culture on a…