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By Aniefiok Christopher Hope for the Ibom Deep Seaport in Akwa Ibom State is rising as a consortium of investors  signal readiness to invest a whopping $8 billion in the project. The Ibom Deep Seaport project was conceived by the former democratically elected Governor, Arc. Obong Victor Attah in 2007. Similarly, the consortium also plans to invest $2.5 billion to reactivate Ibom Science Park in Uyo. The park, initiated by then Victor Attah administration from 1999, was later abandoned with the equipment and machines rotting away. Also read: Reps Push Federal Support for Akwa Ibom Deep Seaport Akwa Ibom to…

By Israel Umoh Two Nigerian scholars have taken on Akwa Ibom Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General over the controversial ownership of Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve, describing government’s position as legally flawed and historically misleading. Professor Desmond Wilson, Scholar in Communication Arts and Dr. Uwem Akpan, Historical Consultant reined on Mr. Uko Essien Udom, the Commissioner for Justice in a press release dated January 6, 2026 over the legal status of the lingering Stubbs Forest Reserve, known by the Ibibio as “Akoiyak”, accusing the government of distorting historical and legal facts to support its claim to the disputed area. In…

By Samuel Aruwan Nigeria is once again trapped in a familiar and dangerous cycle: confronting a grave national security threat through emotionally charged narratives, partisan framings, and poorly differentiated solutions that blur the line between grievance and criminality. The armed banditry plaguing Northern Nigeria — particularly across the North-West and parts of the North-Central — has generated an avalanche of commentary for and against dialogue with bandits. While supporters of dialogue are often cast as well-intentioned, their opponents frequently argue that such a stance is insensitive to the victims of banditry. This essay intervenes in that conversation. Its purpose is…

By Aniefiok Christopher A Catholic knight has abandoned the church following non-acknowledgement of contributions by the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah to the church’s building during the dedication of the Nnewi Catholic Diocese Cathedral.  James Louise Okoye, a man from Nnewi, is seen in a viral video calling out the church while standing within the church compound. Okoye explained that his outburst was driven by anger over what he described as the unfair exclusion of his late kinsman, Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah, from being acknowledged during the dedication of the Nnewi Catholic Diocese Cathedral. Popularly known as Ebube Anaedo, he questioned why…

The four-day 2026 Annual Synodical Convention of the Lutheran Church of Nigeria has ended with a call on Christians who understand the myth of Jesus Christ, to serve as catalysts for positive change. The National President of the Lutheran Church of Nigeria, Arch Bishop Christian Ekong made the call at a thanksgiving service to round off the convention held at the Luther Hall Cathedral, Obot Idim in Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom. Giving insight on the theme: ‘‘Christ for you: a catalyst for change’’ taken from Ephesians 2:6 and John 3:17, Arch Bishop Ekong said Christians who…

By Aniefiok Christopher The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Wednesday signed a new agreement aimed at improving the quality of the university education system and ensuring stability. The new agreement replaces the 2009 pact that triggered several industrial actions over unresolved issues. This was as a former president of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and a renowned Nigerian writer, the 66-year-old Professor Festus Iyayi died on November 12, 2013, in a road accident on his way to Kano to attend an ASUU National Executive Council (NEC) meeting. The signing and unveiling of…

By Akakan Umoh Less than two months after the death of Dan Agbese, another co-founder of Newswatch Magazine, Mr. Yakubu Mohammed, has left for his ancestors’ home. Agbese, a journalism icon and co-founder of Newswatch magazine, died on Monday, November 17, 2025, at the age of 81 Mohammed, who was the former Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the magazine, died barely three months after the release of his memoir, Beyond Expectations,  at 75. In 1984, he co-founded the magazine alongside Dele Giwa, Ray Ekpu and Dan Agbese. Also read: Veteran Nigerian journalist Dan Agbese Dies  Giwa was killed on October…

By Edi Umoh Hosts Morocco defeated Nigeria 4-2 on penalties after the game ended goalless in regulation time to book their spot in Sunday’s AFCON final,www.aclsports.com reports. The Super Eagles of Nigeria, who have been strong on their way into the last four, started the game on the back foot, but soon regained their composure as they started to get a fair share of the ball possession. Inside the packed 68-000 capacity Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, the hosts could have gone ahead when Ismael Saibari intercepted Semi Ajayi’s poor pass, but the lanky defender recovered brilliantly to block the…

By Aniefiok Christopher The impeachment move against Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngọzi Odu may hit a snag following the withdrawal of four members of the Rivers House of Assembly. The two members who withdrew on Wednesday urged their colleagues to stop the move for the sake of peace. Messrs Nwakoh and Amadi, while announcing their position on Wednesday, called for a peaceful resolution of the political crisis in Rivers, according to a report by Channels Television. The latest development came 48 hours after the Minority Leader of the House, Sylvanus Nwankwo representing Omuma State Constituency, and Peter Abbey representing…

By Edi Umoh Sadio Mane scored a 78th-minute winner to give Senegal a 1-0 victory over Egypt on Wednesday in their Africa Cup of Nations semi-final in Tangiers. Senegal dominated possession against cautious Egypt and will face hosts Morocco or Nigeria on Sunday in the final. Champions in 2021, Senegal had the vast majority of possession and chances in a tight, often heated, semi-final. Egypt had just two shots in the entire match as they paid the price for an overly defensive approach. Mane who was Senegal’s hero against Egypt once again scored the winning penalty in the 2021 Africa…