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Comr. Heritage Akan, National Treasurer of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), accompanied by her team members celebrated Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025 with students of Community Secondary School Afaha Obo in Ukanafun Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State. The celebration included interactive sessions, awareness campaigns, and the distribution of sanitary pads and toiletries to the students. Notably, Comr. Akan ensured that every girl child in the school was provided with sanitary pads, demonstrating her commitment to promoting menstrual hygiene, empowering girls, and enabling education. By providing sanitary pads and promoting awareness, Comr. Akan's initiative aimed to break the stigma surrounding menstruation, empower girls to reach their full potential, and enable them to pursue their education without interruptions. Comr. Akan's efforts is a call to action – to create safe, supportive envir

 I commissioned the 14.28km Ikot Ubo–Odot Road and a model Primary Health Centre in Nsit Ubium yesterday. This isn’t just a road; it’s a lifeline that connects Nsit Ubium, Nsit Atai, Eket, Onna, Ikot Abasi, and others more easily to Uyo and the Airport. I remember the days of struggling through terrible roads to catch a flight. So I insisted this road be rebuilt to the highest standard, and I’m proud we’ve delivered. We also opened a world-class Primary Health Centre at Ikot Ekwere as part of our commitment to accessible healthcare for every Akwa Ibomite. And yes, we’re hiring 1,000 new health workers! Applications are open now through our official portal (not through any ‘connections’). I’m deeply grateful for the love and support from our communities and leaders. We are building real progress, not politics. And we are just getting started. God bless Akwa Ibom State.

  Leaders have been announced from the 6 geopolitical zones for the political coalition being championed by former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar. Will they be able to unseat the incumbent President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in 2027? Only time will tell.  What’s your view of the capacity of the leaders announced? Would they be able to work together? Can you see clear path to victory for them?  1.  Atiku Abubakar (North East) 2.  David Mark (North Central) 3.  Nasir El-Rufai (North West) 4.  Rotimi Amaechi (South South) 5.  Mr Peter Obi (South East) 6.  Mr Rauf Aregbesola (South West)

The National Executive Committee (NEC) of our great Party, at its 99th meeting today, Tuesday, May 27, 2025 thoroughly examined the State of affairs of the Nation and the Party and resolved as follows: 1. NEC expresses serious concern over the sorry and melancholic state of affairs of our Nation under the irredeemably exploitative insensitive and anti-people All Progressives Congress (APC) administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. 2. NEC condemns the worsening insecurity; the wanton killings, banditry, kidnapping, marauding of communities and other acts of terrorism in various parts of our country, emboldened by President Tinubu’s apparent negligence and abdication of his Constitutional duty to ensure the safety and security of the nation and her citizens.  3. NEC also laments the worsening economic hardship and extreme poverty in the country occasioned by the ill-advised and ill-implemented polices of the Tinubu administration; hike in fuel price, wanton increase in electrici...

... releases N450 million for scale-up Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has inaugurated a Multi-sectoral Coordinating Structure (MCS), Committee to optimize the success of the Federal Government's Nigeria For Women Project (NFWP), in the State with funding of  N450 million for the scale-up and inauguration of the Committee. Inaugurating the MCS Committee at the EXCO Chambers, Government House, Uyo, the Governor noted that the Nigeria For Women Project, NFWP, is a major initiative by the Federal Government of Nigeria supported by the World Bank to improve the lives of women across the country. "In Akwa Ibom State, the project seeks to improve thousands of women with the skills, resources and support needed to generate income, improve household conditions, and contribute more effectively to local development. "To achieve these goals, the Multi-sectoral Coordinating Structure is an essential mechanism designed to ensure effective collaboration among key ministries a...

  In the face of the daunting economic downturn in our country and the resultant effects on the wellbeing of the people, especially the less privileged, Okongko Charity Foundation has continued to prove its mettle as a pro-needy humanitarian organisation by silently coming to the rescue of many in this part of the world. Just recently, the Foundation came through to rescue a few Akwa Ibomites who were on the verge of losing a life-transforming opportunity with the United Nations office in Abuja.  Having been briefed by the affected Akwa Ibiomites about the opportunity and the fear of losing out because of logistics issues, I immediately reached out to Dr. Chris Okongko, Founder of the Okongko Charity Foundation, for help, before I could say Jack Robinson, he authorised a transfer of the required logistics amount to them. Today, the rest is history! Why do I put this up? One, it's to appreciate the Foundation for living up to its name and calling as a truly less-privileged-cent...

 In Nigeria, May 27th is celebrated as Children's Day, a special day dedicated to promoting the welfare, rights, and well-being of children. The essence of this day is to: 1. Recognize children's rights: Highlight the importance of protecting and promoting children's rights, as enshrined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. 2. Promote child welfare: Focus on improving the health, education, and overall well-being of children. 3. Celebrate childhood: Provide a platform for children to express themselves, showcase their talents, and enjoy activities tailored to their interests. 4. Raise awareness: Draw attention to challenges faced by children, such as poverty, abuse, and lack of access to education. 5. Empower children: Encourage children to reach their full potential and become active contributors to society. Idioms 1. "The future is in their hands." (Emphasizing the importance of children in shaping the future.) 2. "Children are the f...

 Eric Chelle 🗣️------Super Eagles camp isn't a place to showcase your big boys, when you are invited to represent your country it's a great honor.. there are many players out there praying for this opportunity. It's time to be serious, I need dedicated people who really knows why we are here 🔥 do it as if this is the only opportunity you have.. Nigerians are nøt happy with us, its time for redemption.  Eric Chelle address super Eagles player ahead of Unity Cup clash with Ghana.

 THANK YOU, PRESIDENT TINUBU Your Excellency, good evening Sir. I have just read the news here in America that you have stepped into the matter of your cantankerous Minister of FCT, MR NYESOM WIKE who sealed the National Secretariat of the PDP, the biggest rival of your ruling party, APC, and properties of other defaulters in Abuja earlier today. While no one should condone non-compliance of government obligations, government must always restrain itself from vindictive outbursts such as that of Nigeria's most querulous politician who I'm sure is fast becoming a liability to your government. The decision to stop Wike today achieved several points in your favor. We used to think we have two Presidents in Nigeria, TINUBU and WIKE. Now, we know WIKE has a Boss who can checkmate his excesses. How I wished you had stopped his reckless disruption and distraction of the SIM FUBARA government in Rivers State and saved the hapless people from this unfortunate contraption called emergency...

  No president in Nigeria's history received more public endorsements for a second term than Goodluck Jonathan. Politicians across party lines, governors, senators, traditional rulers, religious leaders, billionaire businessmen, and over 10,000 well-funded support groups flooded the airwaves daily, confidently predicting his victory—some even before noon on election day. For Jonathan's administration, money was never a constraint. Funds were recklessly thrown at anyone who showed the slightest support—so much so that merely greeting “Mama Peace” with a “Good morning” could attract largesse. A month to the February 2015 elections, the Jonathan government secretly commissioned an international poll expert to predict the election outcome. The result? A shocker. The poll predicted Jonathan would lose if the election were held as scheduled. Alarmed, the president summoned the National Security Adviser (NSA), Sambo Dasuki, and the head of the DSS. Their internal intelligence confirme...

 Earlier today, I joined His Excellency, Governor Umo Eno, at the flag-off of the 5,000 Capacity Ibom International Convention Centre and 200 Bedroom Ibom International Hotels, both in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state.  The event is part of activities to mark the celebration of the Governor's administration's second anniversary.  Speaking with journalists at the event, I noted emphatically that the 5,000 capacity Ibom International Convention Centre, and 200 Bedroom Ibom International Hotels, when completed will be big money spinners for Akwa Ibom state and will shore up the Internally Generated Revenue of the state massively.  These projects, when completed, will be a huge blessing to the state as they are capable of stimulating the state's economy as well as attracting tourists and investors to the state. Let me use this opportunity to applaud His Excellency, Governor Umo Eno, for being a man who does not play politics with the projects he inherited in the state.  Gov. En...

 Today, Governor Umo Eno will flag off the construction and completion of the 5,000-capacity Ibom Convention Centre and the 200-bedroom Ibom Hotels in Uyo, a major milestone in his administration’s drive to reposition Akwa Ibom as a hub for tourism, business, and hospitality.

  Akpabio, Yahaya Bello to testify The Federal Government has filed a criminal charge against suspended Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. She was accused of defaming Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. The three-count charge was filed at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). It is pending before Justice C. N. Oji. It was filed by the Department of Public Prosecutions on behalf of the Attorney-General of the Federation. The Federal Government accused Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan of making imputations intended to harm reputations, contrary to Section 391 of the Penal Code Law and punishable under Section 392 of the same law. Section 391 (1) of the Penal Code provides: “Whoever by words either spoken or reproduced by mechanical means or intended to be read or by signs or by visible representations makes or publishes any imputations concerning a person, intending to harm or knowing or having reason to believe that such ...

 Earlier today, he sent a strong warning to Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) not to abuse the newly revised Public Procurement thresholds, just approved by President Bola Tinubu  He also directed the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) to ensure proper monitoring of MDAs to avoid abuse of the new thresholds.  He handed down these warnings when the Director General of BPP, Dr. Adebowale Adedokun presented the newly revised Public Procurement thresholds to the House Committee on Public Procurement, which he chair in Abuja.  He further warned that the House of Representatives will not hesitate to sanction any MDA that abuses the newly revised Public Procurement thresholds, or found to be in breach of any of the provisions of the Public Procurement Act.  The House of Representatives, through the Committee also during the engagement, ratified the newly approved Public Procurement framework to allow for swift implementation by MDAs.  The approval by Pr...

 Something to remember 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 “I am the chairman of Essien Udim LGA, let us count the wards that will support him (Akpabio). My ward will not support him, the other time their party, APC, got zero votes in my community, Okon. So, what makes you think he will get 100% of the people of Essien Udim. “What yardstick will they use in supporting him (Akpabio), when we have Ukana Clinic in Ukana, when we have MOPOL base, Federal Polytechnic, Police Secondary Secondary all in Ukana, what will my people show for it?  What of Odoro Ikot? What do we have in Afaha Ikot Ebak? What do we have to show in Ukana West 1? What do we have to show in Ikpe? Want do we have to show in Adiasim? What do we have to show in Ekpeyong 1 and 2? Ukana, where he comes from may support him, but surely he cannot win in Essien Udim. “Akpabio will not have even 5% vote in Okon, what do I have to show as an Okon man?. The only road that got into Okon has not been completed till date, what will I use to campai...

 I heartily congratulate Mr President, His Excellency Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR on the vote of confidence passed by the entirety of our party as well as the Progressive Governors Forum.  Your endorsement for second term by all APC Governors, National Assembly members and party leadership after just two years of the first term is a testament to the great work you’re doing to revamp our economy and build a prosperous future that all Nigerians will be proud of.  You have restored hope to millions of families yearning for a great country in which our youths will realise their dreams and aspirations, a country in which talents will blossom and business will flourish.  Mr President, you have also brought back investors’ confidence with numerous business-friendly policies that have shaped the positive economic trajectory of the last two years. Your aggressive infrastructure and urban development in the past 24 months are unmatched. Your reforms speak eloquently in edu...

  ...  inducted as patron of NIPR   Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has declared that within the first two years of his administration, the numerous projects executed by his administration were delivered without borrowing from any financial institution. The Governor stated this Thursday, May 22, 2025 at the occasion of his investiture as Patron of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), in Uyo. He said, "As we stand today, we have not in the last two years borrowed a dime from anybody. We have been building a serving pool from the funds that came to us to be able to seamlessly finance our projects and development". The Governor attributed the availability of funds to the strategic and visionary decisions taken by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu which have yielded increased revenue and more funds for developmental projects. "This wouldn't have been possible if our President didn't take some serious decisions to maximize the revenue of the country ...

 Gov. Eno Never Said the State Receives N200B Monthly – Akwa Ibom Govt The Akwa Ibom State Government has debunked an online report by The Crest Newspaper crested  as Breaking News alleging that Governor Umo Eno admitted the State receives N200 billion monthly. In a release Thursday afternoon from the Banquet Hall of the Government House, Uyo, the Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Umanah, described the claims as false, misleading, and irresponsible.  He clarified that contrary to the report, there is no State Executive Council Meeting currently ongoing, but rather the monthly two-day Projects Delivery and Performance Review Meeting. “At no point did the Governor state or suggest that the State receives N200 billion monthly,” Umanah stated. “He only cautioned against misleading headlines such as one claiming the State received N650 billion which could falsely imply a monthly revenue of N200 billion, an impossible and inaccurate figure.” On political matters, t...

  -Denies the collection of 200Billion per month  -Vows to still control PDP structure The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has directed all commissioners and political appointees to defect with him or they resign from their positions.  The Governor said it was no longer news that he has made up his mind to defect to the All Progressives Congress, APC.  “Anybody who claims he is not aware of my intention to leave PDP is still living in 18th century.” The Governor said.  The Governor gave the directive to Commissioners and his political appointees during the ongoing state Executive Council Meeting. his Blogger can authoritatively report  Pastor Eno disclosed that he is in love with the leadership style of  President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, as such he would want to align with him.  He warned his appointees that he has nothing to negotiate with them than for them to follow him or leave the stage. “Apart from elected officials like House of Assembl...

 HEARTY CONGRATULATIONS! The esteemed Personal Assistant on Students Affairs to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, It is with immense pleasure that I extend my warmest congratulations to you on your induction into the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). This prestigious recognition is a testament to your dedication, expertise, and commitment to the medical profession. Your achievement is not only a personal triumph but also a reflection of the high standards of excellence that you embody. Your induction into the MDCN is a notable milestone that will undoubtedly open up new avenues for growth, collaboration, and service to humanity. Please accept my sincerest felicitations on this remarkable achievement. May your continued contributions to the medical field bring joy, healing, and hope to countless lives. Sincerely, Comr. Heritage Akan NANS National Treasurer

 My Leader and State Chairman of our great Party will be celebrating a threefold event — Thanksgiving, Silver jubilee and Wedding anniversaries — this Sunday, May 18th, 2025 @ the United Evangelical Church (Formerly Qua Iboe Church), Ikot Okusung in Ukanafun LGA. The all-important event shall play host to the crème de la crème of the society including our amiable Governor. Congratulations, boss 🎊

 NANS Leadership Participates in NELFUND Stakeholders Engagement Session The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) leadership, headed by Comrade Oladoja Olushola GCNS, actively participated in a one-day stakeholders' engagement session organized by the National Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) in Abuja. Key Highlights 1. Student Representation: The event brought together student union government presidents and NANS executives to discuss pressing issues affecting Nigerian students. 2. Solutions-Oriented Discussions: Participants engaged in constructive dialogue, sharing observations and insights, with a focus on finding solutions to challenges facing students. 3. Commendation of NELFUND: NANS leadership praised NELFUND's efforts in increasing access to higher education, describing it as a beacon of hope. Outcomes 1. Protecting Student Interests: NANS reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the interests of Nigerian students. 2. Collaboration and Engagement: The event f...

 KEEPING THE RECORDS STRAIGHT — A REBUTTAL 1. I had received a call that inquired if I have a farm in Ukanafun, and I answered in the affirmative. Thereafter, I was scheduled for a short video session on the farm in which I talked about the ARISE farmers scheme of Government. The said video, I understood, was to be uploaded on the ARISE Entrepreneurial portal as one of the PROMOTIONAL materials, to project the scheme and also encourage others to engage in farming 2. I was not told I would be included as one of the beneficiaries in the farmers' grants neither was I given any slot to include anyone else  3. I was utterly surprised when I saw my name on the List as one of the beneficiaries under the ARISE Farmers category 4. On seeing my name on the List, I reached out to the appropriate authorities to express my discontent and asked that my name be immediately DROPPED from the list  5. Like I hinted earlier, I DON'T NEED THE MONEY 6. I have never taken anything meant for th...

 PRESS RELEASE SPECIAL ADVISER TO THE PRESIDENT ON POLICY AND COORDINATION PLEDGES SUPPORT TO BUREAU OF PUBLIC PROCUREMENT ON SEAMLESS  PROCUREMENT PROCESSES The Director-General, Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Dr. Adebowale A. Adedokun, MCIPS, ACFE, hosted the Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination, Central Delivery Coordination Unit (CDCU), Mrs. Hadiza Bala Usman and her team in his office in Abuja.  The courtesy visit highlighted the critical roles of both entities in fostering transparency, accountability and effective coordination of government policies and reforms for effective service delivery in the procurement sector that gives value to the nation.  During the interactive session, Dr. Adedokun stressed on the shared collaboration with the Special Adviser for her guidance and support on the mode of coordinating Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs) and the general public on strategic procurement processes void of corruption and ...