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Edi Umoh Akwa Ibom Governor, Umo Eno, sees the rising heavyweight sensation, Moses Itauma as a true Akwa Ibom spirit,  and a true Nigerian ambassador.  This followed Itauma’s emphatic technical knockout victory over American boxer Jermaine Franklin in Manchester. The bout, staged at the iconic Co-op Live Arena on Saturday night, delivered a stunning performance from the 21-year-old British-Nigerian, who continues to cement his reputation as one of boxing’s brightest prospects. Franklin, who entered the contest unbeaten in 27 fights and widely tipped as favourite, was overwhelmed by Itauma’s speed, precision, and ring intelligence. The Nigerian-born fighter dominated from the…

Press release Troops from the 2 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have reportedly killed two thieves for siphoning diesel from the vehicles of Sterling Petroleum and Fertiliser Company facility in Ukpe Ette, in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. A statement signed by the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 2 Brigade, Akwa Ibom State, Captain Lawal Mohammad, and made available to journalists in Uyo, stated that the troops also arrested the driver who conveyed the product. The statement reads in part: “Troops of 2 Brigade, Nigerian Army received credible information on the activities of criminal elements siphoning…

Aniefiok Christopher In a move to reposition the party ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) held a national convention on Sunday at the Velodrome of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The party’s faction led by the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) elected members of the National Working Committee (NWC) through a consensus arrangement to oversee the party’s affairs for the next four years. At the convention, 2,500 delegates from across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) endorsed the 22-member National Working Committee (NWC) of the party. The PDP Constitution (2017,…

Israel Umoh A popular clergyman in Àkwa Ibom, Rev. Ntia I. Ntia, has come to the rescue of Government Technical College, Ewet in Uyo Local Government Area of the state.  Rev. Ntia, the Senior Pastor of Full Life Christian Centre ((FLCC), Uyo in Àkwa Ibom State, wanted to commemorate his 54th birth anniversary in a remarkable way. So, he wrote and got permission to renovate the dilapidated classroom block in the college. Permission granted, the man of God deployed his financial resources to the school and in two weeks, the classroom block was turned to brand new. Before the renovation,…

Edi Umoh The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Iran 2-1 in their first match of the invitational four-nation tournament in Turkey.  Goals from Moses Simon and Akor Adams gave Nigeria a slim victory over the Iranians at the Mardan Titanic Sports Complex in Antalya on Friday. The tournament is the Eagles’ first assignment since their third-placed finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and also the continuation of the team’s pride-restoring campaign following their failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Iran’s participation in the World Cup is still uncertain following the country’s pulling out over the…

Aniefiok Christopher The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio saw President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a leader with sight and vision. Similarly, Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, said the federal government under President Bola Tinubu is implementing reforms to lay solid foundation for a more stable, productive, and prosperous Nigeria. Speaking on Friday night at the 2026 National Convention of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Akpabio said what is attracting everyone to the party is good governance being provided by Tinubu administration. Akpabio told the President and party delegates who gathered at the Eagle Square in Abuja: “What is attracting all…

Akakan Umoh In redefining higher education with a bold vision, the member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, Dr. Unyime Idem has announced a massive scholarship programme for his constituents studying in Nigerian Federal universities. The scheme, sponsored by Unyime Idem Education Scholarship Programme, is targeting 200 undergraduates, Masters and Ph.D. students for the 2026/2027 academic session. The initiative is designed for indigent but brilliant students to further cement the lawmaker’s growing reputation as a champion of human capital development. A press release from Office of the Member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency says applicants must come from Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal…

Aniefiok Christopher President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for unity, discipline, and renewed commitment within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as the party held its 4th Elective National Convention in Abuja. Speaking Friday at the convention held at Eagle Square, Abuja, the President described the gathering as a defining moment for both the party and Nigeria’s democracy, urging members to strengthen their collective resolve and recommit to the ideals that birthed the APC. Tinubu emphasised that unity remains the party’s greatest strength, warning that political parties often fail when personal ambition overrides collective interest and discipline. “Our greatest strength…

Israel Umoh During his lifetime, Rev. (Dr.) Uma Ukpai, the renowned international gospel evangelist, stoutly built with intimidating gait and mesmerizing mien, was largely seen as Àkwa Ibom man. His sojourn in the land that spanned more than four decades lent credence to the belief by many. The founder and President of Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association (UUEA), a non-denominational gospel ministry based in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, took the gospel of Jesus from there to different villages, cities, states and countries across the world. In his evangelistic expansion, Kingdom business and Pentecostal mission, he turned Uyo, then local government…

A 29-year-old Keke rider, who was arrested and detained in Uyo Custodial Centre on the order of a Policewoman for attempting to marry her daughter, has been set free. Ephraim Udo, a native of Ikono Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, was pardoned by the State Chief Judge, Justice Ekaete Obot during her jail delivery exercise and inspection of Custodial Centres in the state. The inmate, who has been in prison custody for four years without trial, told the Chief Judge that he has two children from the daughter of the Police woman, who had vowed that “a Keke…