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Akwa Ibom Police Apprehend Ten Suspected Cult Members and Seize Weapons
Akwa Ibom police have arrested ten suspected cultists across two separate operations in Esit Eket, recovering firearms, drugs, and other illicit items.
Governor Umo Eno calls for citizen-focused public service in Nigeria
Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno is urging Nigerian leaders to embrace a people-focused governance model to tackle the nation's ongoing socio-economic issues.
Ibibio leadership defends Ekid Union President following Oro-Obolo state controversy
Akwa Esop Imaisong Ibibio has publicly backed Dr. Samuel Udonsak after he faced backlash for challenging the territorial claims and statehood agitation of the Oro ethnic group.
Akwa Ibom groups push for higher PIA payments and policy reforms
Stakeholders in Akwa Ibom are lobbying to increase PIA remittance to host communities from 3% to 7% while seeking to remove penalties related to pipeline vandalism.
Unyenge community demands infrastructure repairs after bridge collapse
Residents of Unyenge, Akwa Ibom State, are protesting against oil companies, demanding the reconstruction of a collapsed bridge and better infrastructure after years of perceived neglect.
House of Representatives Push for Finalization of NDPHC Transmission Line
The House of Representatives Committee on Public Assets has directed the NDPHC to complete the stalled 330kV transmission line project in Akwa Ibom to boost power supply and economic development.
Governor Umo Eno Prioritizes Regulation of Betting Industry for Public Protection
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State clarifies that his new betting regulatory agency aims to ensure safety and order, while also highlighting 14 new laws passed under his administration's ARISE Agenda.
Akwa Ibom NMA Demands Seven Medical Schools to Tackle Staffing Crisis
The Akwa Ibom NMA is pushing for the creation of seven medical schools, citing an inability to fill government healthcare vacancies and the need for greater investment in medical education.
Nigerian Navy intercepts tanker smuggling 650 tonnes of stolen crude
The Nigerian Navy intercepted the MT FILIA carrying 650 metric tonnes of stolen crude oil, leading to the arrest of its 12-member crew.
Akwa Ibom Police Dismantle Illegal Gun-Making Operation
Akwa Ibom police have arrested three suspects and seized manufacturing tools after uncovering an illegal firearms production syndicate.