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The President-General of Ekid People's Union (EPU), Dr Samuel Udonsak, has assured the people of Ekid Nation that the body has initiated a number of moves to ensure that they are no longer deprived of their rights.

Udonsak's comment was specifically  in respect of the recently approved Oil and Gas Free Zone  for Akwa Ibom State. He said the Union was aware of the exclusion of Eket and Esit Eket   from the number of local governments on whose land the facility is marked to be located, and described this as an apparent error which has to be corrected.

The said exclusion has, for weeks, generated a lot of tension within the Ekid Nation, with some people aggitating for protests and other forms of reactions to draw government's attention to the perceived injustice.

While calling for calm, the president-general, in a statement signed by EPU's Publicity Secretary, Chief Usoro I. Usoro, Ph.D, said that the union would deploy all available legal and reasonable means to ensure that the rights of Ekid Nation are restored.

The Liberty Oil and Gas Free Zone, said to be the largest in West Africa, reportedly sits on a physical land space measuring more than 50,000 hectares spread across six local government areas of Ikot Abasi, Eastern Obolo, Oruk Anam, Mkpat Enin, Onna and Ibeno.

Udonsak said the EPU found it curious how Eket and Esit Eket could have been skipped in the arrangement. He therefore pledged the Union's resolve to unearth the actual reasons behind the apparent error.

"Because the facility is already on Ekid land, we believe Ekid nation cannot be rightly excluded", he reportedly said.

Hence, as a preliminary move, the President-General has met with the Managing Director of the Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority (OGFZA), Umana Okon Umana,  who reportedly informed that the Liberty Free Zone was based on coordinates and not on local government bases.

EPU is said to be doing everything possible to obtain the relevant documents, including the survey plans, that will adequately explain the modalities for the said decision. The outcome of EPU's findings, the statement said, will be deliberated in a few days at an expanded stakeholders meeting of the Union.

 The Liberty Oil and Gas Free Zone is expected to accommodate a multibillion dollar integrated 200,000 bpd refinery and petrochemical plant; a gas plant, etc, that could employ over 7,000 persons.

While commending both the federal and state governments for the siting of the Oil and Gas Free Zone in Akwa Ibom, Udonsak however urged that the right thing should be done to ensure that no one is cheated of his constitutional as well as God-given rights.

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A young entrepreneur and founder of SmileWeCare International , also C.E.O YankyMedia Studio Mr. Inyang James(YankyMedia), has organized skill acquisition training for more than 500 youths in Nsit Ubium local government area of Akwa Ibom State.

The two weeks free capacity building programme which started on August 24, 2020 and ended on Thursday, September 3, trained the participants in various skills acquisition such as cosmetology, beads-making, paint production, make-up, gele craft, catering, business/digital branding, media, photography and drone operations.

Finished products made by the trainees were showcased at the Nsit Ubium council hall in Ikot Edibon where participants gathered for the graduation ceremony and more than 30 best participants got Empowerment startups ranging from #50,000 - #10,000

Speaking at the close of the training session, Comrade James said the exercise became important due to economic realities of the day and the need to explore other skills for diversifying the economy and reducing unemployment in Nsit Ubium local government area and Akwa Ibom stage at large.

He said the motivation to train youths from his home local government was drawn from his entrepreneurship experiences, adding that private businesses also aid in reducing crime rate in the society.

Comrade James disclosed that his target was to make the Nsit Ubium youths self-reliant and employers of labour rather than job seekers, noting that many successful men and women all over the world had their roots in small-scale businesses even as he urged them to take advantage of the exercise and equip themselves financially.

"During this skill acquisition, we have trained empowered more than 500 youths in this Local Government Area. We are aware that entrepreneurship reduces crime in the society and Governor Udom Emmanuel is already doing his part to alleviate poverty in the state by establishing industries and other projects.

"We have so many unemployed graduates in the society because of inadequacy of jobs. The essence of this project is to motivate youths into becoming employers of labour through an acquired skill.

"But with partnership from other successful entrepreneurs and the state government, we can impact more lives in the state and the nation at large, he said.

Also Speaking, the chairman of the local Government represented Hon.(Dr) Udemeobong Sylvanus, represented by Mr Obot Henry Ekot, applauded the organizer for empowering youths in his community, saying that when youths are meaningfully engaged, the local government would also be empowered.

Mr Ekot said such kind gesture by Inyang James should serve as an encouragement to other wealthier people who would be willing to be of service to humanity.

He pointed out that participants at the programme cut across the 10 wards and two clans of Nsit Ubuim local government, including some members of the public.

According to Ekot, "The whole of this project is one hundred percent financed by Inyang James and there is need for a good collaboration between the state government and individuals to support the company resourcefully so that more youths can be empowered."

He urged beneficiaries to take the advantage of the programme and equip themselves against the economic realities caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and dwindling oil revenues in the country.

Guests at the occasion include the Special Assistant to Governor Udom Emmnuel on public affairs, Barr. Morgan Ekanem; his counterparts on project monitoring, Hon. Moses Umoren, Hon. Victor Brown,Dr Aniedi Udom ,Deputy Rector Heritage Polytechnic, Comrade Inyang James and the wife of the sponsor, Mrs Mercy James (Yanky Media ).

Others are Hon Pst Anne Abraham, Miss Aniebiet Francis, Mrs Friday James, and the reigning Miss Nsit Ubium, Queen Christy Ukeme.

Nelson NseAbasi

A good number of personal and special assistants to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr Udom Emmanuel graced the graduation ceremony of Smile We Care Foundation at Nsit Ubium, to wrap up their series of Entrepreneurial Development and Skill Acquisition Training, they were received by the Executive Chairman of Nsit Ubium, represented by Mr Obot Ekot.

They are Special Assistants to Akwa Ibom State Governor on Project Monitoring, Mr Godfada Uko, Mr Victor Brown Special and Moses Umoren (Luvbishop) a proud Nsit Ubium son. Also present were the Personal Assistant to Akwa Ibom state Governor on Public Affairs, Barr Morgan Ekanem and Nollywood star, Aniebiet Francis led the pack of others who graced the occasion.

The Special Assistant to Akwa Ibom state Governor on Entertainment Industry, Mr David Sergeant (Utang Akwa Ibom) gave his to support to the initiative by announcing the sponsorship of trainees in Paint Making and another in Catering to acquire start up kits for business.

The beneficiaries will get seed fund by Utang Akwa Ibom to get started in business. The governor's aide said he is making the donation because Smile We Care Foundation initiative is a commendable one, especially coming from a reputable individual/N.G.O. He said the host/CEO of Yanky Media, Mr Inyang James deserves all the necessary backing to give more to the people through his life touching empowerment project.

The Smile We Care Foundation Training program had engaged hundreds of youths and women in Nsit Ubium for weeks to build capacity and learn valuable skills.

#SmileWeCare
#IbomEntertianers
#CompletionAgenda

Nelson NseAbasi

Art articulates a diverse range of human activities in creating visual, audio or performing arts, while expressing the author's imaginative conceptual ideas or technical skill, intended to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power. Therefore whether visual art which includes painting, sculpture and architecture or literature, Music, theatre, film, dance, and other performing arts. Arts contributes $763.6 billion to the U.S. economy, more than agriculture, transportation, or warehousing. Also, the arts sector employs 4.9 million workers across board with earnings of more than $370 billion.

In interpreting the theme for the celebration of 2020 World Entrepreneurs Day in AkwaIbom themed:'Innovation & Entrepreneurship’, It will interest you to know that opportunities for Tourism -Art related Enterprises were highlighted, in a view to working ways to scale up tourism-art related enterprises in the state.

On a working trip to a cross section of arts related enterprises, the Special Assistant to Governor Udom Emmanuel on Entrepreneurial Development, Mrs Meflyn Anwana supported creative talents that make up several components of the art eco-system, in form of knowledge sharing, seed investments and accelerator launch pads to fire up as well as proliferate the economic impact of arts and cultural productions, making it a value-added contributor across the value chain.

Akwa Ibom State has been an incubator for innovation and entrepreneurship over the years, His Excellency, Governor Udom Emmanuel has beamed light and ignited the spirit of enterprise, while creating the environment for entrepreneurs to thrive as catalysts of a vibrant economy. Clearly, as a people we must ask ourselves how we can continue to produce future innovators and entrepreneurs, looking beyond crude oil to other natural resources deposited in our domain.

Mrs Anwana noted that angel investments when explored, would cause a boost in the arts and craft sector, considering the opportunities that abound.

Meanwhile, Data released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) and the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) offers an insightful picture of the impact arts has on the U.S economy.

Although the COVID - 19 Pandemic has created a lot of challenges, that has evoked concerns globally, the year 2020 is hereby demanding the ingenuity of deep thinkers and problem solvers, hence this commendation of the Akwa Ibom State Government for the entrepreneurial drive of whole systems and sects to consider alternative income sources in the post COVID era.

Nelson NseAbasi writes from Etinan.

VIRTUAL CONFERENCE TO DISCUSS INNOVATION IN CRITICAL TIMES

Nelson NseAbasi

The Special Assistant to Akwa Ibom State Governor on Entrepreneurial Development, Mrs Meflyn Anwana has revealed series of activities to mark the 2020 World Entrepreneurs' Day in Akwa Ibom State.

On Monday, August 17, 2020 during a radio interview with Ibom Business Update on Comfort 95.1 FM, she announced that Friday 21st August 2020 will witness the rise of emerging entrepreneurs across a broad spectrum of industries.

Anwana commended Governor Emmanuel’s Dakkada Philosophy that has yielded the inculcation of the spirit of enterprise in the average AkwaIbom youth. According to her, the week began with a visit to a cross section of arts galleries to explore the value proposition and sectoral collaborations that would scale Artrepreneurship as well as a visit to Mask and Raffia Makers in AkwaIbom

'Artrepreneurship refers to the creation and pursuit of novel ideas by those who engage in artistic activities,apply, share, distribute creative work and actions that ultimately drive the market process. “This year's event,
seeks to beam light on innovation, technology, food processing, tourism, destination marketing in particular that will inturn drive economic variables to strengthen the ecosystem.

Already, numerous founders in Akwa Ibom have scaled their ventures by ensuring right practices. The Governor’s aide hinted of plans to give a lease of hope to the creative talents that make up several components of the art eco-system, in form of knowledge sharing or seed investments to fire up collaborations that will make it a value-added contributor to the gross domestic product (GDP) of the state considering the opportunities that abound.

To round up activities marking the World Entrepreneurs Day on Friday, August 21, 2020, at the Akwa Ibom State Directorate of Marketing &Brand Management, a number of Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors are billed to headline the virtual seminar and are set to guide participants on how to achieve that 1-5 billion naira raise for their companies.

The speakers for the conference are: Leapfrog Ventures founder and CEO, Takuma Terakubo,BITFXT Technologies CEO, Franklin Peters, Goge Africa CEO, Nneka Isaac-Moses and a host of others.

The annual World Entrepreneurs Day holds every August 21st, is a day marked across the globe to create awareness for entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership throughout the world. The theme for this year's event in AkwaIbom is ”Innovation & Entrepreneurship”.

Click link below to register for #AKSWED2020 Zoom Conference.

http:///WED-2020

#Dakkada
#WorldEntrepreneurDay2020
#TwentyFirstAugust

As the forthcoming Local Government election in Akwa Ibom draws nearer, the people of Esit Eket have been critically and objectively appraising the impact of government in the years past, comparing it with the existing value creation, youth empowerment/human Capacity development and gender equality under the Hon. Iniobong Robson-led administration.

About 95% of entire Esit Eket indigenes are calling for the re-election of Hon. Robson, an indication that he is generally accepted as a leader with commitment to improve on socio-cultural and economic condition of the Local Government and her citizenry.

The time has come for those threatening the peaceful coexistence and unity of Esit Eket through baseless sponsored blackmails and agitation to align with believers of good governance and support the re-election of the incumbent Chairman, Hon. Iniobong Robson.

Irrespective of political, social affinity, cultural background and beliefs, one with clear vision, mission and value for best resul is Mr. ROBSON who has significantly translated his vision and mission for the betterment of Esit Eket and has focused more on community development and youth empowerment.

Therefore, the agitation by few individuals whose electoral strength cannot do otherwise, crying for adoption of certain acclaimed signed document/agreement as a binding criteria to decide which zone should produce the next Chairman of Esit Eket out of the three zones of (A,B,C) does not represent equity and fairness for practical political balancing in a democratic setting like ours.

Unarguably, the second coming of INIOBONG ROBSON will encourage and promote positive impact without allowing self interest to overide the process. Having appraised the political terrain, arguments and armouries engaged by various camps in respect to 2020-2923 chairmanship zoning, I wish to remind the people that a united Esit Eket can only be attained when the youths rise and regain their conscience and integrity.

Truth, they say, is always bitter, but the obvious truth in this context which is glaring to all is that, the most preferred and divinely favoured aspirant (Iniobong Robson) would surely emerge victorious amidst the storm. Most interesting is his unquantifiable passion for quality leadership, generosity and service to humanity that this emerging leader possesses and this have greatly revealed his readiness and desire for remarkable footprint which is worth sustaining by giving him the mandate to continue till 2023.

To all the would be electorates, stakeholders and canvassers, whatsoever your interest may be, painting our LGA to the world on the negative should be discouraged and we must admit that the best for our LGA is to elect a capable leader who will fiercely initiate, create and facilitate development to further compliment on the completion agenda of Governor Udom Emmanuel.




#EtebeRealityProject


Comrade Jerryz Edoho, writes from Idua Ntak-Inyang, Esit Eket LGA.

The leadership, patrons and members of  Ekid People's Union (EPU), the apex socio-cultural organ of Ekid Nation, has congratulated  her distinguished members, who were recently appointed into the various offices in the administration of Akwa Ibom State Government.
  In a statement personally signed by the President General of the Union, Dr Samuel Udonsak, the body commended Gov Udom Emmanuel for deeming Ekid citizens fit to occupy the various offices and urged the appointees to acquit themselves in their various assignments.

The statement acknowledged that while Hon Frank Archibong and Dr Ini Adiakpan have been admitted to the state executive council, the National Secretary of EPU, Hon. (Barr) Bassey Dan-Abia, Jnr and Obonganwan Mandu Abia have been appointed as Chairman and member, respectively, of the Governing Board, College of Education, Afaha Nsit. Moreoever, the Executive chairman of Esit Eket LGA, Hon Iniobong Robson, has also assumed office as the chairman of ALGON in the state; while Mrs Ekereobong Samuel Umoh  is now the chairperson of the state's Civil Service Commision.
  EPU expressed the confidence  that the duo of Hon Archibong and Dr Adiakpan will add the needed value to the current administration in its resolve to deliver on the completion agenda. It also said Mr Robson as the chairman of ALGON will help to stabilise the system as well as assist in the maintenance of peace and security in the state.
  Additionally, it said  Barr Dan-Abia, who once represented his people at the National Assembly, and Mrs Abia will make the state proud by lifting the standard of our education through qualitative training of teachers in the state; while Mrs Umoh will build on the positive records of her predecessors by ensuing the entrenchment of justice and equity in her actions.

  "We urge our dear sons and daughters that while focusing on the challenges of their new offices, they should also be conscious to initiate and attract appreciable impacts to the state and Ekid Nation, in particular", the Union added.

The Special Assistant to Governor on Entertainment Industry, Mr David Sergeant (Utang Akwa Ibom) will visit the oil rich city of Eket on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 to meet with stakeholders in the entertainment industry in the axis.

The visit will avail the Governor's aide to know exactly how to meet the needs of practitioners and what government can do to revive the once vibrant industry post COVID 19.

Utang Akwa Ibom will embark on the visit to Eket alongside members of the Akwa Ibom State Entertainment Industry Working Committee.

It's all about Akwa Ibom Entertainment Industry.

#IbomEntertainers
#CompletionAgenda
#AkwaIbomToTheWorld

*Agricultural Innovation:

By MefLyN Anwana

Better days are indeed here for farms in Akwa Ibom state, as a drone revolution births in the state, pioneered by JOSEG ROBOTICS, a technology start-up based in Akwa Ibom State. The tech start-up has successfully built aerial robotics (UAV or Drone) and AG sensor drones that can assess Normalized difference vegetation index (NDVA) which interprets farm data to decide which farm areas require attention. In a recent demonstration at the “OurFarms NG” field day, the indigenous tech start-up showed that farm inputs such as fertilizer, herbicides and pesticides could be applied with the aid of drones. And what’s better? The drones are locally fabricated and best adapted to indigenous weather conditions.
At the field day demonstration, I commended the local start-up for their innovation, noting that aerial robotics are indeed the future of agriculture. Drones, more formally known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UASs) essentially are flying robots that can be remotely controlled or flown autonomously through software-controlled flight plans in their embedded systems, working in conjunction with onboard sensors and GPS. In the past, drones were mostly associated with the military, where they were used for anti-aircraft target practices, intelligence gathering and more controversially as weapons platforms. However, drones have recently been deployed to civilian and of course more productive uses, namely: search and rescue, surveillance, traffic monitoring, weather monitoring, firefighting, photography, agriculture, amongst others.
With indigenous firms like JOSEG ROBOTICS venturing into the production and fabrication of these drones, (which will ensure local sourcing, availability and technical support services), Agropreneurs in AkwaIbom are set to explore new ways that will yield great returns in the overall.According to the food and agriculture organization of the united nations (FAO), the usefulness of drones in agriculture cannot be overemphasized. In an article by the business insider, quoted on the FAO website, the uses enumerated include mapping, crop-dusting, spraying amongst others.

Away from drones, the Our Farm.NG’s first field day, whichheld on the 28th of July 2020 was a rare opportunity for field goers to see firsthand, the fields and different crops cultivated by Our Farm at Ikot Uso community, Nsit Ubium Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State.

The field goers were taken through the fields of 4.3 hectares’ plantain farm intercropped wiith Egusi, corn and cassava. We were also shown a 3 hectares’ land, prepared for a fully functional integrated farm to be launched in the last quarter of the year.

Speaking at the field day, Idorenyin Essiet, the farm managershared the vision of “Our Farm.NG” and its Co-Founders (Uzoma Azumara and Emeka Anoliefo) which he said would leverage on the business of agriculture, to not only create wealth for its partners and investors, but to improve the quality of lives in the ruralcommunities by supporting them in 3 critical areas namely:Education, Health and Provision of basic social amenities.

Commendations were given to the Governor Udom Emmanuel’s administration for placing premium on food sufficiency & driving sustainable development through agriculture. In the words of Idorenyin Essiet, “the recent enumeration of Farmers in the State will go a long way in exploring aggregators with the availability of big Data”. Essiet also highlighted the need for cross sectoral collaboration by the Private sector to engage agric business in the state and encouraged youth involvement in the sector.


Clearly, the adoption of modern technologies in agriculture, such as the use of ag sensor drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to determine the NDVI (Normalised Difference vegetation index) of any farm can significantly enhance risk anddamage assessments and revolutionize the way Africa prepares for and responds to disasters that impacts Agric Business via precision farming. It is indeed heartwarming to see that AkwaIbom Entrepreneurs like JOSEC ROBOTICS and Ourfarm.NG are rising to the faith of their greatness, gearing up to engage a broad spectrum of engagements in the Agric Value Chain.

#Join the Conversation


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"Ekid Yak Mkpo Achange"

Youths under the umbrella of 'Ujie Ndito Ekid' have launch a campaign for things to Change for better in The local Government known as the oil city, where ExxonMobil has most of it's properties situated.

The youths in their tens and placards moving from one bad road to another had all sort of descriptions.

They don't just want A sitting Chairman or councilor, but an active one.

They are not interested in the rice and money which political aspirants fo share during campaigns, but all they need is good governance which eill result in provision of good govenance, good roads and employment opportunities for Eket citizens.

They say and I quote;
"Keep your money for your family."
"Keep your Rice for your stomach".

"If you are not willing to govern us well, please don't buy form."

#Ekid
#Yakmkpoachange

The District Crime Officer (DCO) of Eket Police station, DSP Felix Ekpoudom of Ikot Ekpene local Government in Akwa ibom state will be airing is
Covid-19 Pandemic Experience #Covid19pandemicecperience on the new media.

The anchors of this interview is the Media Aide of the Distinguish Senator Representing The Akwa Ibom south Senatorial District, Peace Etop and The New Face Of Yanky Media 2020.

The aim of this event according to the organizers Isaac Nice and DJ Ibu Abel of Heritage Radio is to Examine and compare the experience of all class of people and to know if the Covid-19 Pandemic has taught Human a lesson the won't forget in a hurry.

You can register to join the interview on zoom by 12pm

https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7622679709?pwd=d3M1eDdNVkpnem1RNCs0SUNjaXBaZz09

Meeting ID: 762 267 9709
Password: 1LdAty

Face Of Yank Media Production Collabrates with Celebrity Koner presents an educative Interview Your COVID-19 pandemic Experience in Akwa ibom state

Tap link below for details
https://entertainmentinakwaibom..com/2020/06/your-covid-19-pandemic-experience.html

Powered by Isaac Nice

klassic Akwa Cross talented music producer, recording artiste, studio engineer, plans to drop a new single in other to entertain lovers of good music at home. This will go a long way to help combat the spread of Corona virus
Link
drops soon for download

Eket Federal Constituency most supportive group Ujie Ndito Ekid was pushed by two young Philanthropist Isaac Nice and Tammie Petters to assist Akwa ibom state Government mask up the Market Women in Eket Local Government, since it is the best step to combart the spread of Corona Virus while reviving our economic.

The Market is where good which goes into the body are gotten, even when heat kills virus but it might not be in all cooking, so it good to observe NCDC preciosionary motives so that the market women should be alive and sell food stuffs to us so we can eat and stay healthy.

May God bless Isaac Nice and Tammie Petters of Ujie Ndito Ekid

Dear compatriots,
There is no time most auspicious for a sobre reflection on human frailty, vulnerability and finitude than now. This year's Easter anniversary, though marred by the ongoing global pandemic called Covid 19, challenges us as Christians to reflect on the deeper values of life and humanity. It is therefore important that we remember that as mortals, God reigns supreme in all our affairs. Hence, we believe God will avail man the needed capacity to contain the pandemic.

The global scourge may put us through a temporary setback, but we must not lose our faith in God as the ultimate redeemer and saviour. This Easter should remind us why Christ came to die for our failings and foibles. To that extent, we must resolve to live better in order to bequeath lofty legacies.

Therefore, in the spirit of Easter, the leadership and stakeholders of Ekid People's Union (EPU), enjoin us all to stay safe. Staying safe simply implies abiding by all directives issued by government in the desperate bid to contain the novel virus. It is for our good, as obedience to constitutes authorities is one of the requirements of our Christian faith.Thus, we are demanded to stay home and stay safe!

In simpler terms, "staying safe" means social or better out physical distancing, maintaining a high level of personal hygiene and obeying the shelter-at-place order issued by government. In our show of humanity, we must endeavour to act as sensitizing agents, reminding one another of a common enemy called Covid 19.

Meanwhile, EPU sincerely commends Akwa Ibom State government as well as all the stakeholders in healthcare services for the efforts and sacrifices made so far to keep us safe. It is our ernest prayer that God bless and keep us all in His grace to survive this trying moment. Happy Easter!

Signed:
Dr Samuel Udonsak
(President General, Ekid People's Union).

Spotless popularly known as Uduak Peace Etti one of Akwa ibom most Beautiful Entraprenure. The M.D of Spotless & Fabulous Botique, No 1 Government School Road, Eket Akwa ibom state makes her Botique a location where youth and talented entertainers who will love to partake in the talent hunt "Blo the Mic Concert with Armstrong Moses and Friends" can pick form.

Over the years Spotless Uduak Etti who is recognized as a God fearing woman who loves the happiness of of others, she also ispiration to lot of mothers and women in the city of Eket.

MARCH EDITION


In what seems to be like a peep into the future, stakeholders and policy makers dared all odds to gather for the March edition of the Dakkada Networking Experience; a monthly networking opportunity for policy makers and key industry players.

Interestingly, due to the outbreak of Corona Virus pandemic, a live-stream session of the March edition featured presentations by professionals on the topic for the month "The Future of Work" as the speakers took their turns to give insight to the workspace with evolving technology trends at heart.

The panel was made up of Software Developer, Agim Ikwen, CEO & Founder of Uduaa.com, Joshua Attat, Founder/CEO of Start Innovation Hub & Country Mentor, GDGs (Google Developer Groups) Nigeria, Mr Hanson Johnson and Blockchain Developer, David Zoe.

In his remarks, after being presented with an Honourary Membership certificate into the Dakkada Leadership Forum, the Science & Technology commissioner Dr Iniobong Essien urged citizens and residents to ensure good hygiene and safety measures against the COVID-19 Pandemic. He hinted of strides by the adminstration to create an enabling work space for tech enthusiasts in the state, highlighting the vision behind the Ibom Science Park, which recently got the nod of the governor for remodeling and reconstruction to meet modern standards.

Speakers took turns to give an evaluation of the impact of Covid 19 on industries and how the business world is responding to the challenges it has posed.

The Special Assistant to Governor Udom Emmanuel on Entrepreneurial Development, Mrs Meflyn Anwana noted that with the paradigm shift currently happening, old systems are worked out and new ways and tools will emerge. She noted that some people in work spaces have been affected in one way or the other , due to government closures, businesses shutting down, cancelled events, and travel bans so we are in for a life long learning process and Now is the time for innovators, creative thinkers, problem solvers and collaborators to explore and help enterprise partners come out the other side with a stronger foundation of open talent networks , structures or platforms and problem-solving methodologies.


#staysafe
#TheFutureOfWork
#DakkadaNetworkingExperience
#AkwaIbomToTheWorld
#COVID19
#CoronaVirusNigeria

The result is here and Unfortunately there is no winner on the guess and win game of the three out of the six Armstrong Moses' friends on the #BloTheMicConcert with ArmstrongMoses & Friends.
Anyways, braise yourself up and get ready to win this time as another set of Armstrong Moses' friends will hit you soon again.
Meanwhile, the forms for the Talent Hunt is out and the Outlets will be published soon on this space, so keep a tap on here.
For Now, call the number on the flier to pick your forms. Congratulations and Best Wishes in advance.

#BTM
#BloTheMic
#BloTheMicConcert
#ArmstrongMosesnFriends
#TalentHunt
#AkwaIbomToTheWorld

...as Governor's aide on Entraprenural Development, Mrs Meflyn Anwana tours Made in Akwa Ibom showroom.

Tap the link below for full details
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https://entertainmentinakwaibom..com/2020/02/aibom-entrepreneurs-tasked-on-preparing.html

Special Assistant to Akwa Ibom State Governor On Entertainment Industry, Hon David Okon Sergeant (Utang Akwa Ibom) was present at the swaering in of Ibom comedian guild exco.
This exco is to monitor and regulate the activities of all comedians in Akwa ibom state, Nigeria. Please tap the link below

:

https://entertainmentinakwaibom..com/2020/02/utang-akwa-ibom-swears-in-pioneer-ibom.html

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The event "blo the Mic" is a Senatorial District tour in search of good talent in His State Akwa Ibom state. To promote and manage

For details call the Event manager Isaac Nice on 09097469329 or tap the link below
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https://entertainmentinakwaibom..com/2020/02/nollywood-star-moses-armstrong-lunches.html

Akwa cross top Government officials in charge of entertainment, support the S.A to Akwa Ibom State Governor on Entertainment Industry as He plans for the inugration of Akwa Ibom State Entertainment working committee.

Tap link below for full details;

https://entertainmentinakwaibom..com/2020/02/orman-esin-eulogises-utang-over-boost.html

The government of Akwa Ibom State has made conscious efforts to promote indigenous movies and encourage mainstream players to shoot their movies in Akwa Ibom.

This is because of the vibrancy of the movie sector of the entertainment industry, considering the number of youths it employs and it's income generating potentials.

The S.A to Governor on Entertainment Industry, Hon. David Sergeant (Utang Akwa Ibom) is pictured here on set of a movie in Akwa Ibom directed by Humble Akpan (DGN).

#IbomEntertainers

"I am making this donation to encourage Skippo for not just being a creative entertainer, but also an entrepreneur and employer of labour.

I have heard people say that I give to impress on social media, that's sad, but I won't stop giving because that is my nature and my boss has mandated us to ensure that we make the people feel the impact of his administration"

SA to Governor on Entertainment, David Sergeant (Utang Akwa Ibom) speaking while donating another set of 20 cartons of tiles yesterday at the 1 year anniversary of Swizzy's Bar & Hotel owned by Comedian Skippo.

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Earlier today, Cross River commissioner for Culture & Tourism, Honourable Eric Anderson, in company of the Special Assistant to Governor Ben Ayade on Entertainment, Effiom Trombone, received the organizers of Nkod Mbok Isong Efik, Efut ye Abakpa in his office to discuss plans to host 30 Cultural groups for a 10,000 man cultural parade in Calabar on Saturday, January 25, 2020.

Calabar will experience an assemblage of Ekpe masquerades and initiates from the Efiks, Efuts and Abakpa in a unity parade for the fourth edition of the event.

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#Calabar
#CrossRiver

Nelson NseAbasi

The foremost Ibibio sociocultural group, Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio is set to inaugurate it's chapter in Canada, source confirms.

A founding member and Ontario based Engineering Doctorate degree student, Miss Janet Akpan confirmed this in a chat where she revealed the high spirits and level of preparation for the August event in summer of 2020.

Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio is a socio-cultural organization of Ibibio young men founded on 1st August, 1987 by 12 patriotic Ibibio sons. The current exco led by the International President, Akparawa (Obong) Patrick Udofia is committed to expanding the frontiers of the group to more countries where Akwa Ibom indigenes reside.

'It is incredible to know that with the number of Akwa Ibom people resident in Canada over the years, one will be surprised that the Mboho is yet to register it's presence as an umbrella body for the Ibibio people, thank God for the current exco for taking it up' Janet explained.

'I am glad that there will now be a platform for our people here to unite, I am also proud to be instrumental to this knowing fully well that it will go down in history' she added.

According to Miss Jane, the detail of the inaugural ceremony will be released by the Central Planning Committee after the next meeting a week after this report.

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For detail about Save The youths Conference 2020 tap the link below.

https://www.ndreporters.com/2020/01/14/nollywood-actor-youths-career-choice-council-boss-wins-award/

Congratulations To Isaac Nice and Peasy Udo

... commends them for timely initiative !

Nelson NseAbasi

In view of positioning themselves for the expected boom in the Akwa Ibom entertainment industry and to foster unity of comedians in the state, a new group, Ibom Comedians Forum was unveiled in Uyo on Friday, January 17, 2020.

The unveiling was done by the leadership and members of the group before the Special Assistant to Governor on Entertainment Industry, Mr David Sergeant (Utang Akwa Ibom) seeking his blessings, which he gave.

The group has as it's President MC Mista, General Odey is his Vice, MC Pastor Nice is the secretary, assisted by MC Opti, Saint Emma occupies the position of the Public Relations Officer, while Teddy Whyte is the Treasurer. Jimmy D Yung, Udo Ntafiong, A1 Comedian, MC Drama, MC Godson, MC Gentility, Skippo, Captain Edet, Camcoda and MC Holly are also in the fold.

In his speech, MC Mista disclosed that the decision was inspired by the lessons from the Akwa Ibom Entertainer's Roundtable, where he learnt the importance of a more accommodating body for comedians in the state, he assured the entertainment boss, Utang Akwa Ibom of equity and fairness to all members. He promised to champion the affairs of the forum as a servant leader, while other members took turns to extol the virtues of Mr Sergeant.

The governor's aide charged them to make unity and sincerity their watchword, to enable them enjoy the dividends in his time. He tasked them to put heads and hands together to put up a comedy concert to showcase talented comedians in the state.

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Thespian plans outreach program for her Afaha Ubiom hometown natives

Nelson NseAbasi

Thespian, Idara Adiakpan is set to host the maiden edition of her outreach program 'BEYOND BEAUTY ' for natives of her hometown, Afaha Ubiom in Onna Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom state.

The outreach program, according to information released, will feature seminar, free health check up and distribution of female welfare products.

Lawyer and writer, Enwongo Cleopas, Nollywood star, Moses Armstrong and Actor & Producer, Aniebiet Francis will lead guest speakers and mentors to inspire the youths of Afaha Ubiom to rise to their faith of greatness.

Miss Idara Adiakpan considers the 'Beyond Beauty' project her way of giving back to the society, by returning home to her kinsmen with charity and motivation.

The event holds by 10am at the Afaha Ubiom town hall on Saturday, January 11, 2020 and is open to all sons and daughters of Afaha Ubiom, Onna.

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Utang Akwa ibom set for the 4th edition of His Empowerment program, which will be held today, wenersday 8th of January, at Govenrnment Primary School Afah Offot by 2pm

Utang Akwa Ibom, The special Assistant to Akwa Ibom state Governor on entertainment industry, uses this platform to put smiles on the face of ward 6 citizens and the entire citizens, of Akwa Ibom state, for believing and supporting his boss, the Govenrnor Of Akwa Ibom state, Gov Udom Emmanuel.
This platform also open doors for Citizens of Akwa Ibom state to drop suggestion and make the government of the day closer to the people.

The President General of Ekid People's Union, Dr Samuel Udonsak, has urged all sons and daughters of Ekid Nation to look up to the new year with hope and dedication.
In a goodwill message to mark the new year, Udonsak charged all the people of Ekid at home and abroad to recommit themselves to the task of rebuilding their communities and the state.
He gave the assurance that 2020 will rediscover the lost fortunes of Ekid nation and that the voice of the people will be heard again.
Displaying much focus and commitment, Udonsak said the current leadership of EPU under his watch will ensure that all the relevant issues concerning Ekid nation get due attention and appropriate actions from the year 2020.
According to him, EPU has already started consultation with the relevant stakeholders with a view to ensuring that the critical development issues in Ekid nation are properly tackled.
He however called on the people for support and urged every Ekid citizen at home and across the globe to get involved with suggestions, refreshing ideas, and committed resources to help make Ekid work again.
According to him, no one man can rebuild Ekid but with a combined effort, commitment and dedication, the lost glory of the ethnic nationality can be recovered.
Ekid nation, he recalled, used to serve as the bedrock of many other ethnic nationalities as well as serving as the launching pad for some of today's local governments.
He reminded the people that they once shone the light for others and led the way to greatness but wondered what happened that Ekid lost its pride of place in course of time.
Udonsak however pointed out that the time for Ekid to reclaim its pride of place among the community of nations has arrived with the new year.