– We have lost our promotion arrears for 23 months, A’Ibom Teachers lament Teachers in the State Secondary Education Board has decried the demand for the payment of the sum of N3000 (three thousand naira) each before they are payroll In their new salary grade levels. This was confirmed by a broadcast message sent to all LEC zonal directors in the state by the PRO, State Secondary Education Authority on behalf of the Permanent Secretary. “Reports reaching the Permanent Secretary, State Secondary Education Board, Mr Okon Effiong Tom from the Head of Civil Service is that teachers, who have just…
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The Federal Government has confirmed that recent air strikes carried out in parts of North West Nigeria were conducted through an ongoing security partnership with the United States, aimed at dismantling terrorist camps linked to the Islamic State West Africa Province. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Nigeria continues to work closely with international partners to combat terrorism and violent extremism, stressing that the collaboration is structured, lawful and respectful of the country’s sovereignty. According to the government, the latest operation followed intelligence driven coordination which resulted in precision strikes on identified terrorist locations…
By the Guide Newspaper The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has described himself as an underdog politician who had little prospect in politics considering his qualification when compared to the towering profiles of his fellow contenders in 2023. Governor Umo Eno said this while delivering a Convocation Lecture at the 7th Convocation Ceremony of Mountain Top University (MTU), Ibafo, where he charged graduates to “dream big, start small, and most importantly, start,” stressing that greatness is achieved through discipline, ethical conduct and faith in God. Eno while addressing the graduands at the convocation ceremony recalled that he…
•Says Nigerians are hungry, the country not moving forward under APC •Urges APC Govt to Reassess Priorities By Shadrach Okon An elder statesman in Akwa Ibom State and former Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, RT. Hon. Nduese Essien, has criticised the All Progressives Congress (APC) government in Nigeria for ignoring the reality of biting hunger in the land and failing to lead the country on the path of progress 10 years after the party took over power from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in country. Chief Nduese Essien gave his assessment of APC government in Nigeria while fielding…
•INEC’s Silence, an endorsement of Speaker Otong’s impunity–IPAC blasts INEC Our Correspondent Worried by the refusal of INEC residents electoral commissioner in Akwa Ibom State Mr. Obo Effanga to address the rising controversy surrounding the recent comment made by Elder Udeme Otong, the Speaker of Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, exposing plot to rig 2027 general election in Akwa Ibom State, stakeholders from different political parties and concerned citizens of the State have accused the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) in Akwa Ibom State of alledgedly fine tuning plot with APC government in Akwa Ibom State to rig 2027 election…
Governor Umo Eno has commended the peaceful and seamless working relationship between Councillors and their respective Local Government Council Chairmen. Speaking at a two-day capacity building workshop for Councillors themed: “Enhancing Legislative Effectiveness for Grassroots Development” held at Ibom-LED Centre, Uyo, the Governor described the relationship as disciplined and progressive. The Governor acknowledged the performances of all the 31 LGA Chairmen in the State and lauded the Councillors for their team spirit and smooth working relationship with their Council Chairmen. “I specially thank you, the Councillors, for your harmonious working relationship with your Chairmen. It is the support that you…
The Golden Initiative for All (GIFA), with the support of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has provided twenty survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) with new opportunities to rebuild their lives through the presentation of business start-up equipment to help meet their financial needs. The empowerment and Graduation Ceremony for the trained GBV Survivors, which took place at the Women Development Centre, Uyo, comes on the heels of an intensive six-months skills acquisition training programme in pastries, makeup and Gele tying, fashion design and hairdressing. The Coordinator, Office of the First Lady and Chairperson, GIFA Board of Trustees, Lady Helen…
The Unique Precious Care Foundation, led by its Chairperson and Founder, Pastor (Mrs.) Florence Umana, has concluded its 2025 Christmas outreach to widows across selected Local Government Areas in Akwa Ibom State, impacting the lives of over 530 women and widows with food items, clothing, and cash support. The outreach exercise was rounded off on Monday, 22nd December, 2025, with visits to Ikot Edom Itam in Itu Local Government Area and Mount Zion Lighthouse Full Gospel Church, Ikot Abasi Itam Dioceses Headquarters. At Ikot Edom Itam, the Foundation’s team was warmly received by Mrs. Soni Ayang, where about 120 women…
-Churns out N10m imprest monthly to mgt The Managing Director of Ibom Power Company Limited (IPC) Engr Camellius Umoh has sacked 56 workers of the company after owing them three months salary. An insider who did not want his name mentioned, said despite much taunted paucity of fund by the company’s management, the MD, still pays monthly imprest worth ten million naira to management staff and mid-level managers. Some staff, according to information, had worked with the company as drivers, cleaners, and cook for over 15 years. Speaking with The Guide, one of the affected staff said they were sacked…
Earlier this month the world celebrated International Day of Persons with Disabilities–an international observance promoted by the United Nations since 1992. Persons with disabilities are integral part of every society. They deserve special love and care to help them level up with others in the ever competitive society where Charlie Darwin’s theory of survival of the fittest is fast becoming a norm. To safeguard their rights and protect them from victimisation, humiliation and abuse by others, some countries like United States of America, Germany, Canada, New Zealand and Scandinavian nations (such as Sweden, Norway, and Denmark) have put in place…