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Akwa Ibom NMA Proposes Free Trade Zone Status for Ibom Medical City
The Akwa Ibom NMA has asked Governor Umo Eno to establish the Ibom Medical City as a free trade zone to attract global healthcare investment and boost local infrastructure.
NSCDC Seizes 45,000 Litres of Illicit Petroleum in Akwa Ibom
NSCDC officials in Akwa Ibom have apprehended three suspects and seized a tanker containing 45,000 litres of illegally obtained ethanol after uncovering forged documentation.
Akwa Ibom Woman Receives Life Sentence for Attempted Murder of Child
A 36-year-old woman has been sentenced to life imprisonment by an Akwa Ibom High Court for the attempted murder of a 12-year-old girl she lured into a bush.
Akwa Ibom Information Commissioner Rejects Claims of Vigilante Guard
Dr. Aniekan Umana denies employing a vigilante guard after police reported the arrest of a suspect who claimed to be the commissioner's escort while carrying a toy gun.
Akwa Ibom Governor Eno Initiates Financial Incentives for Security Reporting
Governor Umo Eno has introduced a cash reward scheme for residents who provide credible security intelligence, while simultaneously integrating over 2,000 village youth leaders into the state's formal security framework.
Civil society groups in Akwa Ibom advocate for public-security partnership to combat terrorism
Akwa Ibom civil society groups are urging citizens to cooperate with security agencies and adopt local defense strategies to effectively combat the rising threat of terrorism in Nigeria.
Akwa Ibom Journalist Claims Denial of Fair Hearing Following Courtroom Eviction
Journalist Ibanga Isine claims he was wrongfully evicted from an Akwa Ibom courtroom, prompting local media unions to call for an official investigation into the judicial conduct.
Akwa Ibom High Court Sentences Ticket Seller to Death for Armed Robbery
Iboro Sunday Akpan was sentenced to death by hanging in Akwa Ibom State for his role in an armed robbery that resulted in attempted murder and the theft of property.
Senator Ekong Sampson Secures APC Ticket for Re-election in Akwa Ibom South
Senator Ekong Sampson has been confirmed as the unopposed APC candidate for the Akwa Ibom South senatorial district in the 2027 elections, pledging to further serve his constituents.
Akwa Ibom Government Intervenes as Health Unions End UUTH Strike
Health unions in Akwa Ibom have suspended their strike following a state government-led reconciliation meeting with the EFCC regarding the recent assault of hospital staff.