The Honourable Minister of State for Petroleum (Gas), Obongemem Ekperikpe Ekpo, has assured that Nigerians will soon enjoy a minimal and affordable price for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), otherwise known as cooking gas.

The Minister, who gave the assurance in Abak on Friday during interaction with leading newspaper publishers and media personalities in Akwa Ibom State, highlighted steps taken by his Ministry to end the high cost of cooking gas, as well as the availability of gas for power generating companies.

According to him, part of the plan by the Federal Government to end the high cost of cooking gas “is to increase in-country circulation of LPG. This can be achieved through the establishment of gas plants at various parts of the country, which is what the Ministry is currently working on and advocating for.”

Explaining further, Obongemem Ekpo said “The reason for the current price hike is due to scarcity as a result of exportation. The high demand for it has also made the local dealers take advantage of the situation and sell at a higher rate. We are working seriously to arrest this situation through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), which is saddled with the responsibility of gas price fixing.”

“Nigeria’s blending of LPG is 40:60 (propane and butane). But some companies produce and blend their gas to their specific blend like 50:50 or 30:70, which is not the blend that is needed here. So, recently, we convened a meeting with some IOCs urging them to stop selling their gas (LPG) outside the country. We have moved a step further to look for a bending plant that would blend it to our specification,” he explained.

He stressed that the Ministry is working round the clock to make the price of cooking gas minimal and affordable, saying “We have discussed how we can stop the export of gas by independent producers. When we stop the export of gas the price would come down.”

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Stop all these “ a lesson to Nigerian politicians” . One , they don’t see any lesson anywhere. Two,They are a reflection of the Nigerian society . Another thief will just take his position . His wives and kids will cry in luxury.
The decisions of one corrupt politician causes the death of alot of Nigerians . The euphoria of the death of one doesn’t change that fact .

The wife is a 4th term House of Reps Member. A former commissioner, former Minister of State,etc

Talented 9 year old Akwa Ibom Girl, Mmekudmfon Effiong Wins National Creative Writing Competition

A 9 year old Akwa Ibom pupil of Mobil Pegasus Schools, Miss Mmekudmfon Wilfred Effiong has won the best prize for the National Creative Writing Competition.

Miss Effiong ,A primary 4 pupil of Mobil Pegasus Schools, Eket scored a massive 32.7 to beat others, including her first and second runners up competitors to come top as announced by the award organizers via online , 5th August 2023.

The competition organized by Raising Young Authors with sponsorship from NNPC,Total Energy ,SPDC and Agip Ventures, had participants cut across different schools from all States of the Federation.

The competition, according to its organizers is to encourage young and talented writers fulfil their dreams of becoming future and celebrated authors.

Speaking to this reporter, Miss Effiong expressed deep gratitude to God and her teachers, lauded her teachers for what she described as the 'wonderful academic drilling' given her.

" My preparation for the National Creative Writing Competition wasn't a waste. With help from my wonderful teachers, who created the space from their busy schedule just to drill me and my amazing parents who encouraged me even when I felt tired.

" I emerged first place in the State and not only in the State but at the Nationals, I'm very grateful.

" I'm grateful to the organizers of the event for the beautiful prize I received , thank you," she said.

The talented Eket-born, Ibesikpo Asutan Whizz-kid recently at the end of the academic session of Mobil Pegasus Schools, Eket won almost all awards at the Award Of Prizes ceremony. She went home with the award for the Best in Literacy, Best in Sciences, Best in Mathematics , Best in Social Studies , Best in English and overall best in class 4.

Etteh Moves to establish Petroleum Training Institute Ibeno

... As Bill passes first reading

Efforts to have a petroleum training institute in Akwa Ibom State may become a reality soon as the Member representing Eket/ONNA/Esit Eket/Ibeno Federal Constituency, Rep Okpolupm Etteh has had a bill for the establishment of a Petroleum Training Institute,Ibeno passed its first reading.

The bill titled : " Petroleum Training Institute Ibeno Akwa Ibom State (Establishment) Bill 2023 (HB 362)" had its first reading by the clerk of the House Of Representatives on the 27th July 2023 at the green chamber of the National Assembly.

The bill is the lawmaker's second since his inauguration and it seeks to establish an institution for the training of Nigerians in Petroleum related courses in the Federal constituency, reputed to be Nigeria's number one oil and gas hub.

According to the lawmaker: "The bill is timely as Nigeria is in urgent need of experts and skilled professionals to drive the privatisation of the Oil and Gas industry. This will also enable Nigeria to produce the workforce needed to produce its own petroleum products and also ensure the operability of the Refineries in Nigeria", he said.

It could be recall that the lawmaker in less than 2 months since inauguration have had two people oriented motions and two bills to his credit.

A bill seeking to establish a Federal College of Nursing and Midwifery, Eket, Akwa Ibom State has passed its first reading in the House Of Representatives.

The bill sponsored by Rt Hon. Okpolupm Etteh, Member representing Eket/ONNA/Esit Eket/Ibeno Federal Constituency and read by the clerk, House Of Representatives on Thursday, 27th July, 2023 with title: "Federal College of Nursing and Midwifery Eket Akwa Ibom State (Establishment) Bill 2023 (HB 363)".

The bill seeks to establish a Federal educational institution aimed at training nurses and midwives in Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State.

In a chart with newsmen,the bill sponsor, Rep Etteh noted that the difficulty face by candidates wishing to study nursing and midwifery necessitated the sponsorship of the bill, adding that with the establishment of the institution, it will enable candidates achieve their career goals and contribute greatly to more research in the medical field while reducing brain drains.

“I’m believing God that the bill will pass through the second and third reading at the green chambers

"With the massive brain drain of health workers in the country, there is need for the Federal Government to breach the gap by establishing more health related institutions for training of potential nurses and midwives while also creating enabling environment with adequate infrastructures and incentives to ensure that Nigeria is not at the losing end at the end of the day," he said.

Flood Disaster: Etteh intervenes on Ikot Ebiere, Ikot Ndua Iman flood crisis

.... urges FG to wade into the situation

A member,House of Reps, Rt Hon. Okpolupm Etteh has called on the Federal Government to urgently attend to the flood currently ravaging Ikot Ebiere and Ikot Ndua Iman communities in ONNA LGA, Akwa Ibom State.

Rep Etteh who represents Eket/ONNA/Esit Eket/Ibeno Federal Constituency made the call on thursday, 27th July while presenting a motion titled: "MOTION ON THE ONGOING FLOOD RAVAGING IN IKOT EBIERE AND IKOT NDUA IMAN COMMUNITIES IN ONNA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF AKWA IBOM STATE" at plenary.

He said :

"Further notes that no community in ONNA Local Government Area was mentioned in the flood warning as announced by the Federal Ministry of Environment;

"Alarmed that no fewer than 200 houses, numerous farm lands and livestock
in Ikot Ebiere and Ikot Ndua Iman Communities which are in ONNA LOcal
Government Area were submerged by flood on the 24 of July, 2023.

"Further alarmed that no fewer than three schools in the communities have been closed due to the occasion of floods in the community.

"Concerned that inhabitants of the flooded communities are presently
internally displaced, having been dislodged from their homes by the flood and
are seeking food and shelter in neighboring communities.

"Worried that if the flood is not controlled but persists, more and more
communities in the Local Government and the Federal Constituency will be
affected."

The Rep Member urged the FG to mandate the Federal Ministry Of Environment, Ministry Of Niger Delta, The Niger Delta Development Commission ( NDDC) to as a matter of urgency wade into the situation.

"Urge the Federal Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, the NDDC and all other relevant agencies, to immediately wade into the situation in Ikot Ebiere and Ikot Ndua Iman Communities with a view to controlling the flood in the Communities and to map out preventive measures against any immediate future occurrence of flood
in the affected areas.

"Urge the National Emergency Management Agency and other relevant
agencies to immediately setup make shift shelters and provide
remedial aid to the affected inhabitants and occupants in the affected
communities.

"Mandate the Committee on Disaster preparedness (when constituted)
to ensure implementation."

The motion moved by Hon. Etteh was seconded by Hon. Mohammed Muktar and was voted for, adopted and sent to the relevant committee pending when constituted.

Recollect that on the 24th of July, houses, farmlands and livestocks were submerged by flood in Ikot Ebiere and Ikot Ndua Iman in ONNA ,while three schools in both communities have temporarily been shutdown as a result of the incident.

Governor Umo Eno Given Thumbs Up By Federal Lawmaker

...Says Governor On The Right Track With ARISE Agenda

House Reps Member,Rt Hon. Okpolupm Etteh has given a thumbs up to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno over the launch of the Akwa Ibom Dialogue/ARISE Agenda aimed at holistic development of the State.

He gave the remarks shortly after the Opening Ceremony of the event which had top technocrate and captain of industries at Ibom Icon Hotel, Uyo.

He noted that with the caliber of keynote speakers and attendees,he expect the dialogue to come up with templates which will make the 31 LGAs production units base on comparative advantage,thus making the state envy of other states of the federation.

He further appealed to the people to be patient with the government of Pastor Umo Eno towards the implementation of the ARISE Agenda ,adding that when fully implemented, the state will surely move from a civil service driven economy to a private sector driven economy.
in his words, "At that stage, Akwa Ibom will truly 'ARISE' to her full potentials of a destination of choice for investment in Nigeria and Africa".

GOVERNOR’S WIFE PATIENCE ENO VISITS POST-NATAL WARD AT ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL, ANUA.
…offsets accumulated hospital bills for indigent patients.

The joy of many nursing mothers at St. Luke's Hospital, Anua, Uyo on Saturday, July 22 2023, knew no limits when the Wife of the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Patience Umo Eno paid an unscheduled visit to the health facility to share in the joy of mothers of new born babies.

Pastor Eno, who was received on arrival by the Chief Medical Director of the Hospital, Dr. Njoku Isaac and Matron Eno - Eno Effiong, was ushered to the post delivery wards of the healthcare facility where she reached out to nursing mothers and their babies with financial support and gifts.

The Governor’s wife who visited the hospital in company of top women government officials, congratulated the new mothers who were visibly elated to see her.

In her words at the hospital, Pastor Eno said, she decided to make her first visit to the hospital to see and appraise things for herself, saying, “she was quite impressed by the level of professionalism exhibited by the medical personnel to the well-being of mothers and infants.”

In her compassionate motherly disposition, the First Lady took out time to converse with various nursing mothers, offsetted the bills of some nursing mothers who were unable to be discharged due to accumulated bills and also offered cash and gift items to the Twenty-one (21) nursing mothers and three (3) expectant mothers who were at the ward at the time of the visit.

Pastor Patience Eno who said she was impressed with the clean and serene ambience of the facility, also applauded the doctors and other health- care workers to continue in their good work, However advising them not to keep patients longer than necessary in order not to increase their bills.

Responding on behalf of the Administrator of the Hospital and the entire staff, the Chief Medical Director of the Hospital, Dr. Njoku Isaac, thanked the Governor's Wife for making out time from her very busy schedule to visit and donate to the nursing mothers.

He extended his appreciation to the Governor, Pastor Umo Eno for his people-centric leadership and prayed God to bless and guide him throughout his stay in office.

For the visibly elated nursing mothers, Mrs. Ofonime Effiong Udo, a mother of twins from Ibesikpo Asutan LGA, who responded to the benevolence of Pastor Patience Eno on behalf of all nursing mothers, thanked the Governor's wife for her visit and described it as a rare show of love. She prayed for God's blessings on the First Lady and family.

Another mother Mrs Emem Emmanuel who was moved to tears, poured encomiums on the First Lady for offsetting her bill. Having stayed in the hospital for 3weeks, she said her situation was hopeless and prayed God to bless Pastor Patience Eno for her kind gestures.

Accompanying the Governor’s wife on the visit were, the Wife of the Speaker, Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly ( AKHA), Mrs. Margaret Otong, Wife of the Secretary to State Government, Mrs Inemesit Uwah, Fromer Deputy Speaker, AKHA, Rt. Hon. Felicia Bassey, Board Chairman, State Secondary Education Board, Rt. Hon. Ekaette Ebong Okon, Female Commissioners Designate, Female Chairmen of Council, Vice Chairmen of Council and others.

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July 22, 2023

A motion seeking for the restoration of street lights across Abuja Metropolis has been presented to the House of Representatives at plenary by Rep Okpolupm Etteh.

The Rep member presented the motion today, 13th July during the plenary at the green chamber of the national assembly, noting that the constant darkness on major roads and streets of the FCT creates room for criminally minded individuals to perpetuate crime, touting and the intimidation of innocent law abiding Nigerians.

The lawmaker who represents Eket/ONNA/Esit Eket/Ibeno Federal Constituency at the National Assembly observed that most states do not have huge yearly budgetary allocations like the FCT do maintain constant power supply on various State capitals.

"Concerned that the Federal Capital Territory; the nation's capital, ought to have been maintained with modern facilities and should have alternative sources of power Like standby generators at strategic positions on
the main roads, as a backup power supply in cases of power outage;

"Further concerned that most states of the Federation that do not have the huge yearly budgetary allocation Like the FCT, maintain constant power supply in their various state capitals, therefore, the administrative headquarters of Nigeria should be more attractive to visitors and investors at night;

"Informed that in those days driving around the Abuja Metropolis at night was the delight of motorists, when the street Lighting system in the city was very functional, you could hardly differentiate between night and day
because the city was well illuminated; Worried that despite the budgets that have been committed to providing the facilities and ensuring their maintenance, the once brilliantly Lit city is creeping into darkness as
many of the street Lights have collapsed."

The lawmaker therefore urged the the Federal Capital Territory Administration to as a matter of urgency restore the street Lights in
Abuja Metropolis and ensure maintenance as the Federal Capital and Administrative Headquarters of Nigeria while Mandating the Committee on Federal Capital Territory (FCT) when constituted to ensure implementation.

The motion moved by Rt Hon. Okpolupm Etteh was seconded by Hon. Boniface Merengue, while Hon. Blessing Onuh proposed an amendment to add a prayer three to the motion to make provisions for the replacement of the stolen manhole from highways in the Federal Capital Territory.
The motion was therefore voted for, adopted on and referred to the House Committee On Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Federal Character as well as that on Legislative compliance when constituted.

The Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State; the Temple Gate Polytechnic (formally known as School of Management and Technology) , Aba, Abia State and the Examination Certification Division of the Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Education have faulted claims by the candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the February 25th general elections, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, that the Member-Elect for Eket/ONNA/Esit Eket/Ibeno Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Okpolupm Etteh of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), presented forged certificates to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for screening prior to the elections.

The institutions’ representatives who faulted the forgery saga while testifying as witnesses before the Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Uyo, on Wednesday, said Rt. Hon. Etteh’s certificates are all genuine, as they were obtained from the institutions after compliance and fulfillment of all the necessary conditions for such to be issued.

Recall Hon. Eyiboh had approached the Tribunal to declare him winner of the February 25th election on the grounds that Hon. Etteh of the PDP was not qualified to have contested the said election, having presented what he termed forged certificates with inconsistency in his name as documents submitted to INEC.

The petitioner also asked the Tribunal to declare him winner considering that he scored the majority of lawful votes cast at the Polling Units and that majority of his votes obtained from the Units and the results as announced and pasted at the Units were unlawfully excluded at the Collation Centres to the advantage of Rt. Hon. Etteh.

At the resumed hearing of the case, Counsel to Rt. Hon. Etteh, Barrister Ekpenyong Ntekim, argued that his client obtained all his certificates from recognized institutions in Nigeria and therefore, there was no basis for the any forgery as was alleged by the petitioner.

Counsel further argued that there was no inconsistency in the name of Rt. Hon. Etteh, as all documents bearing his name have not shown any contradiction with his age declaration certificate, which he tendered to INEC during his screening.

Testifying as the first witness before the tribunal, the Registrar of Temple Gate Polytechnic, Aba, Abia State, the institution where the first respondent, Rt. Hon Etteh told the Tribunal that he obtained his National Diploma Certificate from, Mr. Goodluck Osemene, tendered evidence of Admission Letter, Attestation Letter, Results, Application Letter for the collection of result, Application for the forwarding of Transcript to the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, as representing the true certifications of the defendant, arguing that the documents originated from the institution.

According to the witness, the institution which started as School of Management and Technology, Aba, Abia State, before it was changed to Temple Gate Polytechnic in 2009, is a recognized Tertiary Institution accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) in October, 2010, and therefore, all documents bearing the name of the Institution that were presented before the Tribunal are valid.

Also testifying as second witness, the Deputy Registrar of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Mr. Alexander Anukam, who is in charge of Examination and Records, presented before the Tribunal, Letter of Admission for Higher National Diploma (HND) programme, which the Institution offered to Rt. Hon. Etteh on completion of his Pre-HND in the same school and other documents from the Polytechnic as evidence that the Member-Elect legally acquired his certificates.

Mr. Akaninyene Okon Inyang, Deputy Director, Examination Certification Division of the Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Education, also testified as third witness on the matter.
The Deputy Director tendered before the Tribunal, certified true copies (CTC) of First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) Ledger containing a

https://www.ibomtelegraph.com/tribunal-educational-institutions-fault-eyibohs-forgery-claims-against-etteh/

We Gave You Our Facilities, You Turn Around To Insult Our Govt, People – Udom Tells Tinubu

Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom State has expressed disappointment over Asiwaju Bola Tinubu’s unbridled, unpatriotic and immature remarks when he referred to the State Governor as “a boy”.

Emmanuel made the reaction at Government House, Uyo on Monday evening, on the sideline of the inauguration of newly appointed Permanent Secretaries, Chairmen and Members of Boards and Commissions, as well as a Transition Committee to ensure the smooth transition of power to the next administration.

The Governor said it was unfortunate that Tinubu, who was granted State-owned facilities such as the airport, security, stadium, and a good atmosphere to sell his manifesto, ended up coming to insult the integrity of over 7.9 million Akwa Ibom people.

Our Correspondent reports that Alhaji Ahmed Bola Tinubu had during his presidential campaign at the Akwa Ibom International Stadium, Uyo on Monday said.

“Akwa Ibom, that Boy was brought Atiku here, were de call himself Governor, tell him enough is enough! He lives in my backyard in Lagos, If no be say we be one I would have driven him home. You see that mansion he is living, I would just use lizards, pigeons and scorpions and put them inside.“

In his reaction, Governor Udom Emmanuel wondered if it is possible for any Akwa Ibomite to go to Lagos where Tinubu stays or the actual State that he hails from, to insult him in like manner and still be allowed to safely return home, “but here our people at the Stadium including some state governors just laughed and applauded him”.

Governor Emmanuel said despite being insulted by the one-time Lagos State Governor, he would prefer to allow peace to reign by ignoring him and focusing on helping install good governance to rescue Nigerians from their present woes.

“What makes him think he will govern Nigeria? If I reply to him now, people will call me and say, Haba Oga you are not like that. But I will reply to him one day. There is nothing like ‘Emilokan’ (it is my turn) here, Nigeria is in God’s hands.”

The Governor who is the Chairman of the PDP presidential campaign stated, “I also go to other states, and if you watch our campaigns, my principal (Atiku Abubakar) has never spoken about any Governor, he has never spoken openly about Asiwaju before.”

The Akwa Ibom Governor however assured Nigerians that Tinubu has nothing to bring to the table for Nigerians, hence his decision to abuse people and rain insults during his presidential campaigns.

https://independent.ng/we-gave-you-our-facilities-you-turn-around-to-insult-our-govt-people-udom-tells-tinubu/

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Etteh, Udobia, Ors Cart Home Outstanding Awards

One of the most anticipated boat regatta in the south-south part of Nigeria, the Upenekang boat regatta festival came to a fruitful end amidst joy, pomp, excitement by avid followers, tourists and lovers of the festival.

The much talked-about event which took place at the Upenekang water front on Monday, 26th of December, saw fierce competition from age group, men, women, representatives of the PDP flagbearer for Eket Federal Constituency, Rt Hon. Okpolupm Etteh as well as representatives of PDP candidate for Esit Eket/Ibeno State Constituency, Engr Udobia Udo

The competition, a yearly event, had thousands of supporters and fun lovers thronged to the water front to watch first hand the most entertaining boat paddling in the southern part of the country.

The event saw the defending champion, Nka Achinedi defended its title by taking home the coveted gold medal, Amana Nka Nnini won the second position while Nka Ofumipenke Itia were the bronze medalist with its third place finish.

In the female category, Team Ekaette Etteh defeated team Jane Udobia for the top prize while Team Udobia Friday defeated Team Okpolupm Etteh in a select male category.

Speaking shortly after the event, the elated PDP candidate for Eket Federal Constituency, Rt Hon. Okpolupm Etteh thanked the organizers for a well planned event, assuring that future festivals will be better and more colourful. He tasked participants to always play according to the rules of the game.

On his part, the PDP flagbearer for Esit Eket/Ibeno State Constituency, Engr Udobia Friday said that he was impressed by the mammoth crowd who came all out to participate in the exercise as well as supporters for turning out.
Udobia assured supporters of the festival that Esit Eket will have an active and participating team in the festival come 2023.

Highpoints of the event was the singing of Ulok Ulok anthem, display of some cultural dance, exhibition by masquerades and the presentation of awards of recognition and excellence to Rt Hon. Okpolupm Etteh, Engr Udobia Friday, Engr Michael Abakam , and to the Chairman of Council, Ibeno LGA, High Chief Williams Henry.

Other recipients of the award include, the Village Head, Obong Elder J.T. Eshiet, leader, Ibeno legislative council, Hon. Ekemini Abang Okon, Mr Odiongito Mfonobong, Mr Asukpa Ulaeto and Sir Akan Okon Eshiet.

https://noisemakerng.ng/2022/12/27/ibeno-community-upenekang-host-another-exciting-boat-regatta-festival/

…demands conducive work environment, quality healthcare services for staff/retirees, ors

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, PENGASSAN, has shut down operation in ExxonMobil deep water, cutting shut 70% of oil production in protest of unresolved lingering issues between employees and management of the company.

They alleged that the company under the current leadership is on a mission to decimate their workforce with the current management style, accusing Lead Country Manager, Mr. Richard Laing, for midwifing sustained anti-people regime in the history of ExxonMobil Nigeria.

The Union listed some of the unresolved lingering issues to include inhumane primary healthcare deliverables for workers and retirees, militarization of work environment, increased workload and unprecedented attrition, poor welfare packages, severed public, government and community relations, non implementation of Legacy Employee Savings Plans (LESP), among other issues.

Speaking with this reporter, the Chairman of PENGASSAN, ExxonMobil Branch, Comrade Kings Udoidua said, “The Company under the current leadership seems to be on a mission to decimate the workforce with their current management style. The entrenchment of this situation by the company has left Nigerian employees psychologically stupefied, emotionally overwhelmed and financially hemorrhaging and work-life imbalanced with its attendant burnout.

“Mediation efforts via the historic platform of Industrial and Employee Relations (IR) have yielded little or no results but have rather hardened the Company and its leadership against its own employees such that anything that could bring relief to workers is considered anathema.

Udoidua further stated that militarization of company facilities is very alarming as there are more military, police, civil defense and PGL personnel manning Qua Iboe Terminal (QIT) gates than there are Operators in the plant.

“Not one personnel have employee ID card and what they call access card still requires email approval for us to access company facilities outside our primary work locations. As employees of ExxonMobil, it is easier to access Chevron, Shell, Total, etc, than be allowed to access facilities of a Company you work for,” Udoidua added.

He said this oppressive and humiliating treatment has untold psychological effects on employees and has to stop, therefore demands for provision of Company Issued Identification Card and humane security processing into Company offices anywhere in Nigeria.

Investigation confirmed that headcount reduction in ExxonMobil has continued unabated as the level of attrition is unprecedented, saying that Contracts hires are given subliminal threats against Unionization while Labour Relations issues are treated with levity with unwarranted grandstanding by Company Leadership.

https://noisemakerng.ng/2022/09/14/pengassan-shut-down-exxonmobil-operation/

How 'Military Officer' Murdered My Husband - Wife

More facts have emerged into how a military officer, Corporal Stephen Iweh, a native of Egbu village in Owerri Local Government Area of Imo State, allegedly murdered an Akwa Ibom-born businessman, Enobong Jimmy who gave him a lift from Trailer Park in Onne, Rivers State to Ikot Abasi in Akwa Ibom, where his body was later found in a bush.

The revelation is from the wife of the deceased, Mrs Arit Christopher Enobong, a trader, while giving her evidence as the first prosecution witness in the matter, which is now before an Akwa Ibom State High Court sitting in Uyo.

She told the Court that her 42 year-old husband, a native of Ikot Akpan Edia in Ikot Abasi, working with a clearing and forwarding company in Port Harcourt left home, Sunday, 23rd May, 2021, at about 8am informing her of going to his office.

Mrs Enobong said her husband also informed her that he would be thereafter go to his village to visit his sister.

"After church service, I missed his calls on my phone between 1pm and 2pm. I tried to reach him by calling his phone, it rang but no response. And later, the phone was switched off. The next day, Monday, 24th May, 2021, in a bid to know the whereabouts of my husband, I called his friends in the office. Their responses were, they did not hear from my husband. At this point, I pleaded with them to escort me to search for my husband which they complied. We kept asking for any checkpoint we came across but no response on the whereabouts of my husband." She said.

Continuing, Mrs Enobong told the Court that while they were searching for her husband on their way from Port Harcourt to Akwa Ibom, her sister in-law, one Aunty Mercy who was in the village in Ikot Abasi, was equally searching for him.

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Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr Udom Emmanuel has denied rumor of using his office to prevent former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar from consulting Akwa Ibom State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The Governor made this known through his information Commissioner, Mr Ini Ememobong in a press release dated 15th May 2022.

"The news item with the above heading surfaced on the media space, alleging that Governor Udom Emmanuel barred Alh. Atiku Abubakar from meeting with delegates. It also went on to make a lot of spurious allegations, laced with foul and profane language. Nothing can be farther from the truth as this. The said news is totally incompatible with the known accommodating disposition of the Governor", the release said.

The Governor wondered why he would prevent the former Vice President of the country from consulting the party's delegates
When infact other aspirants have had their field day with the delegates and at will.

"The truth is that the Governor who has been in communication and contact with all other Presidential Aspirants(Atiku Abubakar inclusive) was informed that the former Vice President will be visiting on Monday, 16th May,2022 to meet with delegates and thereafter see him (Gov. Emmanuel)by 4pm, a proposal that was unhesitatingly accepted. It is therefore pure mischief for anyone to insinuate that the Governor is preventing Alhaji Abubakar from seeing delegates. Other Presidential Aspirants have visited the party in Akwa Ibom without a hitch, so why would Atiku’s be different?

In the light of current circumstances surrounding Atiku’s media posture, especially online, we will like to discard the news item as not coming from them and not having the authorization of the Presidential Aspirant himself, especially since the allegation is not personally signed off and is not posted on any of his verified social media accounts.

We urge the entire public to discountenance the fake news and treat it as an act of mischief of the highest order. Our delegates and team are waiting to receive the aspirant on the agreed date and time."

https://noisemakerng.ng/2022/05/15/governor-udom-denies-preventing-atiku-from-consulting-akwa-ibom-pdp-delegates/

_- Smoke them out.....CP charge Police._

In the last six months, the Residents of Use Ntuen, Okobo Ibiono and Ikot Ambang in Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area, Itu and Ikot Ekpene local Government Area’s of Akwa Ibom State and part of Uyo have lived in palpable fear of a dreaded serial killer and armed robber, one Malachi Friday Uwem ‘m’, 24yrs old. The said Malachi and gang have killed over 15 persons and has left some of his victims permanently maimed, some presently in hospitals, while others are counting their losses from his barbaric robbery acts, which has led to the closing of many businesses, especially POS, in these places.

It would be recalled that on 20/2/22, the notorious armed Robber and serial killer robbed and shot one Miss Lovina Eze Chiwendu, a Youth Corper at Ikot Ambang and made away with her iphone, ATM card and the sum of Seven Thousand Naira, she died last week at Enugu Teaching Hospital.
Also, on 21/2/22, the suspect robbed and killed a lady teacher returning from school at Okobo Ibiono who had stopped over at a POS shop, this resulted to a protest by Youths of the area who blocked the Uyo/Ikot Ekpene Expressway.
Furthermore, on 5/3/22, one Mrs Idongesit Damson was shot and killed in her house at Okobo Ibiono by the suspect, he also shot one Wisdom, whice also led to a protest and blockage of the Uyo/Ikot Ekpene Expressway.
Several POS shops and filling stations have been robbed by the suspect and his gang at Okobo Ibiono, Itak axis and Uyo. Only recently, on Monday, 25th April, he shot and killed two young men on the grounds that the village couldn’t meet his demand of twenty (20m) Million Naira but were only able to raise five million (5m) Naira.
On assumption of duty as the 30th Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State, CP Andrew Amiengheme, Psc+, fdc, vowed to spare no resources in ridding the state of criminal elements like Malachi and their gang members. Therefore, on the marching order and close supervision of the CP, today April 28th, 2022 at about 0300hrs, in a painstaking operation, Operatives of Special Weapons And Tactics Squad (SWAT) of the Command led by CSP Julian Igbudu, traced the hoodlums to their hideouts at Ikang in Akpabuyo Local Government Area Of Cross River State, the said Malachi Friday Uwem, his second in command Wisdom Sunday Akpan ‘m’, 31 years, Ndifreke Sunday Ebong ‘m’ 20yrs, and Annansia Umoh ‘m’ 33yrs resisted arrest and engaged the Operatives in a gun duel, and in the ensuing milieu, three of the gang members were fatally injured while attempting to escape.
Exhibits Recovered are;
(a)One Cut to Size Pump Action Gun
(b)One Locally made Pistol
(c) A large number of cartridges
(d) One Gas Head with a resemblance of a Gun
(e) Assorted types of charms
The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State is thankful and congratulates the personnel of SWAT, other Tactical Teams, the Government, the Intelligence community, and the good people of Akwa Ibom State. He emphatically warned, that Akwa Ibom State can never be safe a haven for hoodlums as the command under his watch will continue to spare no resources in bringing perpetrators to book. Those involved in any form of heinous crimes in the state have therefore been warned to relocate from the state or be smoked out as there will be no hiding place henceforth.

*SP ODIKO MacDON (anipr)*
POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
AKWA IBOM STATE.

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... Says Governor Udom Emmanuel is the conscience of the People

The immediate past Commissioner for Special Duties in Akwa Ibom State, Rt Hon. Okpolupm Etteh has lauded The State Governor, Mr Udom Emmanuel who is the leader of the party in the State and the State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP for Upholding the existing zoning arrangement in the State.

Etteh made this known while speaking with newsmen, Saturday 23 April, 2022 in Uyo, a day after the State Chapter of the Party took its stance on zoning across the three Senatorial Districts and ten Federal Constituencies of the State.

The former Honorary Senior Special Adviser to the Governor on Special Duties appreciated the visionary leadership of the State Governor which he said has helped stabilized the State politically and economically, adding that his support to the party over the years in the State and country has seen it grown in leap and bound.

"Governor Udom Emmanuel has once again proven to the people of the State that he is the conscience of the People.
He must be commended for supporting the party towards ensuring that the existing zoning structure that has led to the rapid development of the State isn't truncated", he said.

While acknowledging the giant stride and achievements of the Governor, the former State House Member urged elected office holders from other States of the country to adopt the leadership model of Governor Emmanuel.

He further stated that ;
“Governor Emmanuel is blessed with excellent divine wisdom which is backed by his Christian faith and love for God and humanity; This is why his administration is continually making steady progress, despite the dwelling economic situation in our country.

"His Excellency the Governor has also not closed his eyes to the internal politics of his party despite his very tight and challenging schedules, he has supported and has favoured the three senatorial districts, ten Federal Constituencies in its zoning arrangement for political office seekers”.

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Christianity and Traditional religion were put to test today at Oruk Anam during a funeral service.

Trouble erupted when masquerades entered the place where the funeral service was held , and chased away Christian worshippers, claiming that the dead man, that was about to be committed to mother earth, was their member .

When the church members could not withstand the heat, they took to their heels and scampered for safety, leaving the masquerades and their kingpins to have a field day to perform their last funeral rite for their departing colleague.

No man can serve two masters: for either he. will hate the one, and love the other; or else. he will hold to the one, and despise the other, Ye cannot serve God and mammon.

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The Council Chairman of Eket Local Government, Mr. Akaniyene Tommey has once again affirmed his stance on the ban on scrap metal scavengers in the Local Government.

He reiterated this during a meeting with the Leaders of the Hausa Community residing in Eket Local Government in his office recently.

Speaking, the Council Boss clearly stated that the Local Government will not go back on the directives from the State Government which placed a ban on the scrap metal business in the State as it has become a menace which has already claimed one life in the area and further added that the demolition of the scavengers' hideout some weeks ago will be extended to other places in Eket where such business is being carried out.

In another directive, the Council Chairman ordered the Hausa residents to evacuate their scrap metal shop situated at the entrance to the Local Government within seven days to avoid demolition noting that the decision was necessary to avert future crisis in the Local Government.

In their separate response, the Secretary of Arewa Community in Eket, Abraham Ajaga thanked the Council Chairman for making the meeting possible and equally gave a nod of approval for the ban on scrap metal business stating that the swift response made by the Chairman to address the situation makes him a good leader and also promised to abide by the directives given by the Council Boss, while the Chairman of Scrap Dealers in the State Comrade Ejimadu also commended the Chairman for meeting with the Hausa Community in the Local Government.

Also speaking at the meeting, the Arewa Youth Leader of Eket, Alhaji Ibrahim Iliya extolled the leadership and accommodating qualities of Akaniyene Tommey for chosing to dialogue with them on the situation and promised to ensure that anyone who disobeys the directive given by the Council Boss will be fished out and handed over to the security agencies.

In audience at the meeting were the Supervisor for Works who also doubles as the Dean of Supervisors, Hon. Imoh Ebitu, the Supervisor for Education, Hon. Ama Michael Ukpong, the National Youth Council President, Eket, Hon. Joseph Charles, the Secretary of the Eket Local Government Environmental Protection and Waste Management Implementation Committee Mr. Richy Udoka who also promised to ensure that the directives of the Chairman is strictly adhered to in order to safe guard the environment.

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Apostle Dr. John Okoriko, founder and president, Solid Rock Kingdom church reported kidnapped at his home in Mkpat Enin.

He was in his house when gunmen jumped in through the fence shooting sporadically into the air and dragged the man of God away into the nearby bush.

All effort to search for him proves abortive. It happened this evening around 5pm.

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A frontline youth leader , Comrade Unwana Ukpong who also doubles as the incumbent Youth Leader of the All People's Congress ( APC ) has parted ways with the broom party and moved to the New Nigeria' People's Party ( NNPP)

Briefing newsmen at his residence at Ikot Ukpong, in Okon Eket , the eldest son of a one time house of assembly member, Hon Moses Ukpong of blessed memory, said that there is no major difference in ideology between the two major parties , presently dominating the political landscape in Nigeria'.

According to the youth activist, " The difference between APC and PDP is like six and half a dozen and as such , we have to look for a better option and credible alternative that will serve the interest of the generality of the entire masses. NNPP is coming with a bang to fill that vacuum, as a third force."

Comrade Ukpong therefore appealed to all and sundry , to come out en masse and join the train. The inaugural meeting of the party comes up on Easter Sunday, 17th April, 2022 by 4.00pm at AC Guest House, Ikot Nsidibe . New members are cordially invited to the rave of the moment party.

Comrade Unwana Ukpong is currently the State Youth Leader of the party, set to make waves and take the entire land of promise, by storm in the days ahead.

"As a mass movement, a third leg in the nation’s political tripod and a leading opposition party in the country, the New Nigeria People’s Party has become the beautiful bride of Nigerian democracy. The ongoing alignment and realignment of political forces are eloquent testimony of the party’s determination to win future elections in the country and salvage our dear nation from the jaws of political buccaneers masquerading as democrats with the sole intention to loot our common patrimony."

He said, “Our party is not for the aggrieved. It is not a party for people jumping from one party to another. We can’t continue to recycle rubbish and expect the country to move forward. This party is on God’s mission to salvage this country.”

He also said that the party does not believe in any zoning arrangement rather it chooses its candidates based on merit and ability to deliver and devoid any ethnic or religious consideration.

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Presidential Hopeful and Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr. Udom Emmanuel , continued his consultation of strategic stakeholders, in furtherance of his Presidential bid, by visiting two former Heads of State, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (Rtd.) and General Abdulsalam Abubakar(Rtd.) in Minna.

He intimated the Elder Statesmen of his vision for a better Nigeria defined by a revamped economy, security of lives and property and durable infrastructure.

Both former leaders congratulated him for his courage in stepping into the ring at the national stage and commended the excellent manner he has administered Akwa Ibom State. They assured him of their blessings, advice and prayers.

Governor Emmanuel was accompanied by HE Senator Gabriel Suswam- former Governor of Benue, Col. Habibu Shuaibu(Rtd)- former Military Governor of Niger and Plateau States and Comrade Ini Ememobong, Commissioner for Information & Strategy, Akwa Ibom State.

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Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr Udom Emmanuel has condole with the former president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Dr Goodluck Jonathan.

The Governor took to his Facebook account to write, “I condole with our former president, His Excellency, Dr Goodluck Jonathan on the unfortunate accident that claimed the lives of two of his aides.

May God console Your Excellency and the families of the departed. And may our Good Lord keep you safe and hide you in the shadow of His wings.”

It could be recalled that yesterday, The former Bayelsa State Governor was involved in a fatal car crash which claimed the lives of two of his aides.

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Iniubong Umoren : Uduak Akpan Denies Ever Knowing Victim

Uduak Frank Akpan opens defense, denies ever knowing Iniubong Umoren, University of Uyo graduate who he allegedly raped and murdered in his residence in Uruan while on a job hunt.

"My Lord, I do not know Miss Iniubong Umoren. I only came to know that name when I was served with the proceedings of this trial at the Prison. For the second charge of rape, my Lord, I do not know anything about rape. I have never raped anybody."

-Uduak Frank Akpan told the Court, at the opening of defense, today 6th April, 2022.

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As the battle for the top job in the Hilltop Mansion gathers momentum, the Councillors and Supervisors in Uyo Local Government Area have reportedly abandoned Rt. Hon. Michael Enyong, popularly called BabaNtan to his fate in the governorship race come 2023.

Rt Hon. Enyong, who is in the governorship race, we understand hails from Ward 10 in Uyo LGA, and he is currently representing Uyo/Uruan/Nsit Atai/Ibesikpo Asutan Federal Constituency in the National Assembly.

BabaNtan had reportedly called for a meeting with the councillors and supervisors in Uyo at his Ewet Housing Estate residence but the invitees boycotted the meeting.

The reason, according to a reliable source close to the legislators, who spoke on condition of anonymity is that they do not want to be associated with his fetish and diabolical politics.

Recall that recently, the Executive and Legislative arms of Uyo LGA had vowed to support the aspiration of the Commissioner for Lands and Water Resources, Pastor Umo Eno for the Hilltop job.

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NIGERIA'S HOPE OF RESTORATION LIES WITH PDP - UDOM EMMANUEL

... As Party Excos, Stakeholders reaffirm total Support for, Completion, Succession Agenda

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr Udom Emmanuel has stated that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), holds the key to the what he described as "restoration of Nigeria" which he says will be a redemption of the country from backwardness in various sectors of the economy.

Emmanuel who spoke in Uyo, Wednesday February 2, 2022, while addressing the stakeholders of PDP during the New year Get-together of the Party, decried the level of deterioration of the country since 2015, holding that Nigerians are waiting for PDP to emerge in 2023 and restore the lost hope of citizens and revive ailing sectors of the country's economy.

"God has given us in PDP the responsibility to restore Nigeria back to its full glory. We have to restore the economy of the country, we have to restore security, peace and unity in Nigeria and bring prosperity to the people. PDP is ready and will restore Nigeria", he said.

The governor who reiterated his total commitment to developing Akwa Ibom State in line with completion Agenda, hinted that he will do everything possible to complete every ongoing project undertaken by his administration and ensure he leaves the state better than he met it.

In his words, "my manifestos came under the umbrella of the party and as a faithful party man, I assure the party today that all on going projects will be completed before I leave office. Let it be known that our party stands for excellence."

"Today if you talk about PDP in Nigeria, Akwa Ibom State will be considered as one of the strongest", Governor Emmanuel said

On his part, the state Chairman of PDP, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Aniekan Akpan, who conveyed the message of the party to the governor, thanked him for making the party proud in his leadership strides, adding that the party is relentless in supporting his vision to grow the state, while informing the governor of the gains the party has recorder with him as leader of the party.

"We have stabilised the party, sustained the team spirit and party unity through constructive engagements, reconciliation and regular exchange of ideas on a wide range of issue", Akpan pointed.

Others who spoke separately including the National Ex Officio of PDP, Obong Paul Ekpo, immediate past National Legal Adviser of the party, Barr Emmanuel Enoidem and the chairman of all chapter chairmen in the state, Hon Elder Eddy Etangnkanga, agreed that PDP has fared well with Governor Emmanuel at the helm of leadership in the state, declaring their support to Emmanuel's Completion and Succession Agenda.

The event was attended by the Deputy Governor, Mr Moses Ekpo, Speaker of the State Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Bassey, as well stakeholders across all levels of the party.

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Meet 'Bush Doctor' Edwin Samuel Who Plays With Wildlife

He is fondly called Bush Doctor in the serene city of Ikot Ataku in Okon Eket LGA.

Edwin Samuel specialises in catching live wild animals from the bush, but he does not have magical powers.

He is calling on Gov Udom Emmanuel 's administration to provide a befitting zoo in Eket where he may help the powers that be, bring some wild animals there.

You can see him here playing with a live python and alligator lizard.

© Emmanuel Almand Paragon Mbong

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BREAKING NEWS :

Akwa Ibom Council Chairman Suspended

The Executive Chairman of Mkpat Enin Local Government Area, Hon. Aniekpon E. Ekpo has been suspended by the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly on the grounds of gross Misconduct/fraud.

The Vice Chairman, Hon. Lady Mercy Bassey is directed to take over as the Acting Chairman of Mkpat Enin LGA with immediate effect pending the conclusion of the investigation by the committee.

It could be recalled that the embattled Chairman was called out by a section of Mkpat Enin Legislative Council over activities they termed ‘not in tandem with due process’ sometimes last year.

Today, two more petitions have been forwarded to the House by Mkpat Enin Legislative Council and the matter handed over to an Adhoc-Committee chaired by Rt. Hon. Aniefiok Dennis of Etinan State Constituency.

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Discover First Why you were created - A'Ibom Special Duties Commissioner Charges Youth

... As Emeka Ike, Tommy Enodien, Ors Harp on the need to develop potentials, take responsibilities

Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Special Duties, Rt Hon. Okpolupm Etteh has charged youths of Akwa Ibom State to discover first why they were created.

He made the charge, Sunday, 16th January at Royalty Hotels and Recreations, Eket at "Save the Youths Conference 2022" with the theme, 'Dare the future'.

The event, a yearly event organized by a team of youths from Eket and its environs had in attendance Nollywood legendary actor, Emeka Ike, former transition Chairman, Eket Local Government Area, Mrs Abigail Edohoeket , Chief of Staff to Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mr Tommey Enodien, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Entertainment, David Sergeant Aka Utang Akwa Ibom , Nollywood Actor, Moses Armstrong, Special Assistant to the Governor, Emmanuel Owuala aka Emma Solution, had resources persons harp on the need for the youths to focus on their drive for success.
Etteh in his presentation urged the youths not to be afraid to dare in the positive direction, stressing that to succeed, a young person must dare.
"No one can stop a young man who dares to succeed. But first, to succeed, the young person must dare! It is in attempting the impossible that most people in life have become successful. The largest and most successful businesses in the world were founded by young people.

"For instance, Boeing was founded by William. E. Boeing in 1915 at the age of 35; Henry Ford founded Ford Model “A” in 1903 at the age of 40; Hewlett-Packard was founded by William Hewlett and David Parkard in 1937, both were 26 years old, Wal-Mart was founded by Sam Walton in 1945 at the age of 27.

The former State House Member who was represented by a reputable youth leader, Mr Akan Etteudo further urged the youths to adhere strictly to Governor Udom Emmanuel's instructions on the need not to allow themselves to be manipulated by people to further their selfish political ambitions.

"May I charge you to beware of those asking you to take oaths no matter how much money they entice you with. Your future cannot be mortgaged for the transient desire of anyone", he added.

In an interactive session, a veteran Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike urged youths to keep developing their talents for maximum utilization, adding that ' your talent will always make people come for you' sighting an example of the famous Ikorodu boys.

Earlier in his speech, The project Supervisor of the event and Chief of Staff to the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mr Tommey Tommy Enodien , appealed to the youths to start taking responsibility for their future.

"It is high time they stopped playing the blame game and dare the future. Daring the future simply means taking advantage of today, in order to influence our tomorrow", Enodien quipped.

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GOV. EMMANUEL, VETERAN JOURNALISTS, CONVERGE ON IBESIKPO FOR NUJ ANNUAL THANKSGIVING

~ Lawrence Ekong

The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr. Udom Emmanuel, his Deputy, Mr. Moses Ekpo represented by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Ekikere Umoh, together with some members of his cabinet and other veteran journalists in the state, converged in Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area for the 2022 Annual Thanksgiving Service organised by the State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, (NUJ) to usher in the new year.

The event which was graced by a large turnout of the members of the pen profession, the political class and other dignitaries, had as its Theme: Guide Us O' God On the Path of Peace, was held on Sunday, at the St Charles Catholic Church, Ikot Ebre, in Ibesikpo Asutan LGA.

Governor Emmanuel who was represented by his Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Comrade Ini Ememobong, acknowledged the contributions of the union to the success so far recorded by his administration, especially his Completion Agenda, restated his commitment to continue to be supportive to the NUJ in order for the union to effectively play its constitutional roles as the forth estate of the realm, and for the smooth performance of its responsibilities as the society's watch-dog.

Also speaking, the Chairman of the NUJ, Akwa Ibom State Council, Comrade Amos Etuk, said the annual event was initiated eight years ago, and sustained through previous administrations as a veritable platform to yearly commit the union to God for His divine guidance and direction.

"As we embark on this annual event, our prayer is that, God will guide us on the path of peace, and Akwa Ibom State will continue to maintain that peace status that we are know for, and NUJ in Akwa Ibom State will continue to be in unity". Etuk said.

According to the Chairman, "We will continue to work as partners in sustaining the agenda-setting for good governance, and peace shall continue to flourish in our land".

While delivering his homily, the Parish Priest, Rv. Fr. Anthony Etuk, described journalists as "soldiers" who must defend the truth at all times in order to help drive the development of the state and the country in general.

The Rv. Fr. also called on members of the pen profession to be courageous and committed in their assigned responsibilities, prophesying that through consistency, their efforts shall in due course be rewarded accordingly.

"As journalists, your job is a very risky one, but you must be courageous, and being courageous means that you must tell the truth without fear" Fr. Etuk admonished.

Earlier, the Secretary of the Central Planning Committee of the 2022 edition of the Thanksgiving Service, Comrade Abasifreke Effiong, thanked the Church, members of the NUJ, and the state government for their various support to his committee, thus ensuring the success of the event.

Meanwhile, goodwill messages were also delivered by: The member representing the people of Ibesikpo Asutan State Constituency in the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Uko, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Dean College of Commissioners, Dr Glory Edet, and the Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Linus Nkan.

Other dignitaries at the event included: The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Dr. Ini Adiakpan, former Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Ekong Sampson, and former Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information and Strategy, Mr. Inyang Jameson, who also bagged special recognition award from the Akwa Ibom State Council of NUJ for his 35 years of meritorious Service to the State.

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A National Youths Service Corps member, Chidinma Paschaline Odume, who was standing trial over the gruesome murder of Akwaowo Japheth, has been discharged, following the Nolle Prosequi entered by the Attorney General of the State.

The incident is said to occured 10th January, last year at Abak Road, Uyo during a misunderstanding between the deceased and the accused person.

The presiding judge, Hon. Justice Bassey Nkanang, in his ruling, struck out the case and discharged the accused person following the Nolle Prosequi of the Attorney General, dated 10th January, 2022.

The Court noted that the action was pursuant to section 211 (1) (c) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Section 71 (1) of the Criminal Code Procedure Law of Akwa Ibom State.

“This case shall be and is hereby struck out and the accused person accordingly discharged.” The Court ruled.

Nolle Prosequi is a formal notice of discontinuation of the prosecution without a conviction.

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Excitement, as Etteh Celebrates Ibeno's Rich Cultural Display

... As Afaha Eket born Legal Expert Pours Encomium On Special Duties Commissioner

It was fun, pomp, excitement and more as Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Special Duties gathered fun lovers across the State to celebrate the rich cultural display of Ibeno amazing and diverse culture.

Akata and Ekpe, both widely accepted masquerades in Ibeno had a huge crowd turned up to be entertained by traditional culture of the People.
The masquerades and its disciples all sang with their local dialect, dance and went around town as visitors, tourists and villagers all cheered the masquerades while taking beautiful pictures with the masquerades that were beautifully adorned with classic traditional attire. While local business men and women were busy making huge turnover, transporters weren't left out in the process as they also made high gains with the massive amount of commuters.

Speaking with an Eket-born legal practitioner, Godwin Edoho, he expressed joy at what he described as another major area of generating revenue.
" Take a look at Ethiopia, Brazil, Kenya, etc, these countries major source of revenue comes from tourism.

" Most tourists are inquisitive and interested in knowledge acquisition as they want to have first hand experience of Africa's rich cultural display and a peep into our artifacts.

" I'm excited to see the Commissioner, despite his schedules, having the time to celebrate with his people, mostly those at the grassroots and choosing to continue his tradition of spending the love season with the good people of Ibeno and his passion to ensure the culture of his people doesn't go into oblivion," the Afaha Eket born legal luminary posited.

Edoho while expressing his views pointed out that the former Chief Whip is not the usual politician who abandons the people after getting political office.

" He is a detribalised politician who embraces all persons irrespective of status, tribe or religion," Edoho quipped.

A villager who spoke on condition of anonymity said that the Akata masquerade only appears on very rare occasions.

The Commissioner who spoke briefly, thanked the people for turning out in large numbers to celebrate the festivity, stressing that the Government of Akwa Ibom State is committed to the promotion of rich cultural heritage of the State and the maintenance of tourism.

The masquerades went round Upenekang, a large community in Ibeno LGA to the amazement of visitors and followers of the culture.

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