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The collapsed wooden bridge linking Ikot Obong Akan in Oruk Anam Local Government Area and Ikot Akpabong in Mkpat Enin of Akwa Ibom has crippled livelihoods of the people. The youth leader, Etimbuk Udoh said the collapsed bridge has cut off economic links between the two neighbouring local government areas and disrupted transportation, farming and commercial activities for traders and residents, who depend on Etim Market, popularly known as Urua Akpudo for their livelihood. Udoh, who spoke with Daily Sun in the area, said the bridge was constructed through community efforts using woods to help market women and other road…

Akwa Ibom Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has urged Christians to use exemplary character, purposeful leadership and an unwavering commitment to godly values to counter negative influences. Governor Eno made the call on Sunday, August 2, while delivering the keynote message at the Special Leadership Sunday Service of Shepherd’s House Assembly International, Apo Resettlement, Abuja, where he spoke on the theme, Becoming the Voice of Influence.  The Governor further challenged Christians to emerge as compelling voices of truth, integrity and righteousness in an era increasingly shaped by fleeting social trends. Also read Ibom Plaza to Get Flyover – Declares Gov Umo…

Press Release The Federal Government has directed vice-chancellors, rectors and provosts in the country to immediately dismiss any student found culpable, after due investigation, of involvement in kidnapping or other violent crimes. The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, giving the directive on Tuesday during a meeting with the Governing Council and management of the Federal University of Lafia, Nasarawa State, said this was part of fresh measures to strengthen security across tertiary institutions. The meeting, led by the university’s Pro-Chancellor, Lola Akande, focused on campus security, infrastructure, student welfare and the Federal Government’s ongoing higher education reforms and concerns raised…

Akakan Umoh The former Director-General of the West African Institute for Financial and Economic Management (WAIFEM), Professor Akpan Ekpo has asked Nigerians to demand greater public scrutiny of government finances at all levels. Speaking during an interview on ARISE News on Tuesday while discussing Nigeria’s debt profile and public finance, Ekpo said Nigerians should call for scrutiny of government finances in view of the increased revenue to different tiers of government, saying, “We need to ask ourselves where is the money going to? We need to get answers.” Ekpo further urged Nigerians to demand greater accountability from governments at all…

Aniefiok Christopher The Federal Government has stopped contract awards until the supervising Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs) secure approved budgetary provision and release of funds to ensure seamless implementation and timely completion of projects. The Government has also directed respective supervising MDAs to capture processing and payment of contractors executing projects in the capital component of the budget and return of same to eliminate unnecessary delays. Consequently, the federal government has directed the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF), to issue a circular to that effect. Also read Era of Procurement Laws as mere formalities Over- Idem…

Akakan Umoh Delta State Government has unveiled a $100 million Viability Gap Fund, put at about ₦133 billion, to attract strategic investments and accelerate economic development across the state. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori announced the initiative in a statement via the X handle of the state government on Monday, August 3, saying the fund is designed to reduce investment risks and encourage private sector participation in key development projects. Oborevwori said the US$100 million (approximately ₦133 billion) Viability Gap Fund will provide investors with greater confidence by de-risking strategic investments while supporting projects capable of stimulating economic growth and improving livelihoods.…

Our Reporters The Archbishop Emeritus of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja, John Onaiyekan has been caught in the political crossfire following his criticisms of President Bola Tinubu administration. Speaking during an interview on Prime Time, a programme on Arise News, on Friday, Onaiyekan said members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria raised economy and security concerns during their meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the State House, Abuja on July 28. But in a swift response, the Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, Daniel Bwala fired salvos on Cardinal Onaiyekan over his comments on the…

Prince Ukpong Idiong Jr. Rainfall is one of nature’s greatest blessings. It nourishes the earth, sustains agriculture, replenishes rivers and streams, and provides the foundation for human survival. Yet, when rainfall becomes excessive and persistent, its blessings can quickly transform into environmental disasters, economic hardship, and public health emergencies. The question, therefore, is not whether rainfall is good or bad, but whether governments and communities are sufficiently prepared to manage its consequences. According to the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Akwa Ibom State is among the states that record some of the highest volumes of annual rainfall in Nigeria. While this…

Akakan Umoh Agricultural experts have renewed call for farmers and government agencies in Akwa Ibom to embrace Agroecology as a sustainable farming model to improve food production and preserve their environment. Speaking at a one-day seminar, organised by Akwa Ibom State Committee on Agriculture and Food Security, in collaboration with the Akwa Ibom Agricultural Development Programme (AKADEP), Clement Isong Foundation (CIF) with financial support from ActionAid Nigeria under the Strategic Partnership Agreement II (SPA II) in Uyo on Wednesday, 29 July, the experts observed that Akwa Ibom possesses enormous agricultural potential but continues to face challenges relating to food security,…

Edi Umoh Nigeria rounded off its campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with an impressive seventh-place finish on the final medals table, securing 24 medals across various sports. Team Nigeria won 10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze medals to finish with a total haul of 24 medals, placing seventh among the participating Commonwealth nations. Australia dominated the Games, topping the medals table with 70 gold, 45 silver and 56 bronze medals for a total of 171 medals. Also Read:  Commonwealth Games: Umoafia, Lawal, Didih clinch gold medals England finished second with 29 gold medals and 110 medals overall,…