Author: Moses Tom

Kendarambomabasi Sunday Umanah: EARCOM celebrates Akwa Ibom girl with outstanding JAMB Score Akwa Ibom Girl, Kendarambomabasi Sunday Umanah with an outstanding JAMB Result of 344 out of a possible 400 has been commended by the Ethical and Attitudinal Reorientation Commission, EARCOM, for posting an excellent performance in the results of the recent Joint Admissions and Matriculations Examination. Head of the Media and Advocacy Unit of EARCOM, Rev. Osondu Ahirika who spoke on behalf of the Chairman of the Commission, Dr Dorothy Thompson, also lauded Royalty Special College International for preparing the student for such a feat. Kendarambomabasi Sunday Umanah whose…

Ibom Deep Seaport: Can Akpabio live up to his billing? By Etim Etim Senator Godswill Akpabio visited Uyo last weekend on his way to Ikot Ekpene to attend a reception organized for him by the elders and political leaders of his senatorial district. He arrived on Friday with many senators and visited the state governor, Mr. Umo Eno. In the evening, the governor treated the Senate President and his delegation to a lavish state banquet, one in the series of courtesies which he has extended to Akpabio since he emerged senate president last June. At the banquet, Eno spoke from…

Hon IniAbasi Ekanem Legacy in ONNA -The Udom Emmanuel Legislative Complex Hon. IniAbasi Ekanem’s legacy shines brightly through the grandeur of THE MR UDOM EMMANUEL LEGISLATIVE COMPLEX. This project was inherited uncompleted by the Iniabasi Ekanem Led Government. Located adjacent to the Executive Complex within the Council Secretariat, This magnificent state of the art edifice stands as a testament to Hon. Iniabasi’s vision and dedication towards the development of ONNA LGA. Named in honor of the former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr Udom Emmanuel, this complex symbolizes the enduring bond between Hon. IniAbasi and the man who believed in…

Federal Housing Authority targets more affordable social housing before 2026 By Moses Tom  Nigerians are in for affordable social housing scheme before 2026 going by the resolve of the Federal Housing Authority, FHA, to deliver on the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu. The Managing Director, Federal Housing Authority, Mr. Oladimeji Ojo,who disclosed this while addressing newsmen at FGN/NOVONE Social Housing Estate, Ikot Ntuen Nsit Uyo, shortly after leading other members of the tram on a courtesy call on Governor Umo Eno, posited that the Authority now focuses on delivering low income housing unit for Nigerians. He said FHA…

When Pastor Umo Eno Empowered Crawling Jones By Ekomobong Peter Jones has no foot for shoes, yet he is too creative to allow his stoutly stylish Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, a step without some pairs of bespoke designs shoes. Today, eight hundred entrepreneurs gathered after completing months of rigorous business training and certification by IBOM LED. With this Leadership and Entrepreneurial Development Center,they did not have to travel to Lagos to attend Lagos Business School. Neither did they have to part with hundred of thousands for such sort after masterclasses. The entrepreneur Pastor Umo Eno has…

Hon Moses Essien: YPP Assembly member decamps to PDP in Akwa Ibom  The member of the Young Progressives Party, YPP, in Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Hon Moses Essien, has resigned has membership from YPP and decamped to the People’s Democratic Party ,PDP. This contained in a letter addressed to the Speaker, Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, on Monday, 29th April, 2024, notifying him of his intention and decision to join PDP. Hon Moses Essien who represents Ibiono Ibom State Constituency cited the “division within YPP Leadership in Akwa Ibom State” as party of the reason for his…

Ibom Air: Akwa Ibom poised to become West Africa’s Aviation Hub – Governor Umo Eno As Ibom Air’s latest addition, an A220-300 series aircraft with tail number 5N-CDA, completed its inaugural flight from the Victor Attah International Airport in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Governor Pastor Umo Eno has lauded the exceptional flying experience offered by the new Airbus. He voiced confidence in the state’s potential to evolve into West Africa’s prominent regional aviation center. The A220-300, the first of 10 new Airbus aircraft acquired by the Akwa Ibom State-owned airline, took off on Monday, April 29, 2024, with the governor…

Governor Uzodimma to pay Imo State retirees gratuities Baring any unforseen circumstances, Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State will, this week, commence payment of gratuities to the retirees in the State. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary and Media Adviser to the Governor, Oguwike Nwachuku on Sunday, 28th April, 2024 indicated that Governor Uzodimma is considering payment of the gratuities to the retirees from Tuesday, April 30, 2024 to coincide with this year’s Workers Day on May 1, 2024. He gave the indication on Sunday at the Imo State Government Banquet Hall while making remarks on the sidelines…

Mkpat Enin @35: When Women Lead …The Diary of Hon. Mercy Bassey Example… By Usen Johnson Mkpat Enin Local Government Area (LGA), a scenic historical countryside of great elephants, is a vibrant and culturally rich area characterized by lush greenery, located in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It is one of the 31 LGAs in the state which spreads across 87 villages, historically divided into four (4) clans, namely; Ikpa Ibom, Ibiaku, Ukpum Minya and Ikpa Ikono Clans, highly known for her diverse population, natural beauty, and rich history, remarkable for its unique character and charm. Created 35 years ago from…

Ifim Ibom Ibibio eulogises Umo Eno on 60th Birthday …Applauds Him As A Worthy Son And Servant Leader Ifim Ibom Ibibio, the highest traditional institution in Ibibio Land, has congratulated the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, on his attainment of 60 years of age. The body, otherwise known as the Supreme Council of Ibibio Traditional Rulers, said in a goodwill message titled “Happy Birthday to a Worthy Son and Leader” that the life and times of Pastor Eno are full of exciting reasons to celebrate. A message, signed by the Oku Ibom Ibibio and President General…