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  Earlier today, The business-mogul-cum-politician Mr. Samuel Jackson today, graced the funeral service of Late Elder Hon. Jonathan Sampson Akpan in Ikot Udo Mbang, Ukanafun Local Government Area. The funeral service which was held at Afaha High School Ikot Udo Mbang, was conducted by Qua Iboe Church, Ikot Udo Mbang Ukanafun Local Government Area. Jackson in a condolence message to Hon. Otobong Akpan the deceased Son described the Late Elder as a devout Christian, a politician, a humanist extraordinaire, an ardent educationist, a great disciplinarian, a community builder, a dependable adviser, a visionary leader, a defender of the truth, a dedicated father and a teacher with a difference who made significant contributions to the development of his family and the community.  He charged him to take solace in the legacies of his late father and prayed to God to grant eternal rest to the departed carcass. 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭:  𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐬𝐢  2027

  We have observed with shock the news making the rounds that a group of political profiteers in Akwa Ibom State under the disguise of Conference of Former Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Akwa Ibom State Branch, gathered to adopt President Bola Tinubu, Senator Godswill Akpabio and Governor Umo Eno ahead of 2027 general election. It is ridiculous that Akwa Ibom people are hearing for the first time that such a group exists in the State.  We are suspicious of the motive of this group of politicians with some members whom since their exit from office have been racking their mental archives to device new means of satisfying their vaulting desire to remain relevant in politics. Hence, we wish to remind Akwa Ibom people that these same politicians converging today as Conference of Former Speakers State Legislatures of Nigeria, Akwa Ibom State Wing, have failed in many instances to lend any patriotic voice to core issues of development and progress of the good people of A...

 

The Member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency and Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Public Procurement, Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem, Ph.D, over the weekend, received the report of the Central Planning Committee (CPC) on the selection of nominees to benefit from the Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem One Billion Naira Family-Based Empowerment Grant.  Recall that Rep. Idem had on August 10, 2025, inaugurated the CPC to oversee and ensure seamless selection of beneficiaries as well as the planning and execution of the One Billion Naira Family-based initiative.  The report detailed the process in which the nominees were selected, from across the close to 300 villages of Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, conducted by the Ward Coordinators, Co-Coordinators, Media Coordinators, Observers, and supervised by members of the CPC.  Receiving the report, Rep. Idem thanked the CPC, Ward Coordinators, Media Coordinators, Co-Coordinators and Observers, who were all in a...

...TO SPONSOR STUDENTS ON SKILLS ACQUISITION Earlier today, The National Treasurer of National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Miss Heritage Akan graced the Entrepreneurship summit organized by the National Association of Ukanafun Students (NAUS) Worldwide, at the Council Headquarters, Ikot Akpa Nkuk. The summit was designed to equip students of Ukanafun origin and young entrepreneurs with practical business knowledge, mentorship, and innovative ideas to create sustainable ventures that will contribute to the socio-economic growth of Ukanafun students drawn from all institutions at home and abroad. Speaking at the summit, the highest student's political office Holder in the state, who also happened to be a indigene of Ukanafun, congratulates the organizer, Comrade Emediong Johnson ( President of National Association of Ukanafun students ( NAUS) Worldwide) for such an impact filled event, describing him as a tool of upliftment to Ukanafun students Worldwide.  Meanwhile, th...

  Earlier today, the Ukanafun students under the aegis of the National Association of Ukanafun Students "NAUS" worldwide during the entrepreneurial summit of the association honored Mr. Samuel Jackson with an award as " Ufan Nto Ufok Nwed" for his outstanding Academic support programmes, community service and youths empowerment. The summit was designed to equip students and young entrepreneurs with practical business knowledge, mentorship, and innovative ideas for creating sustainable ventures that will contribute to the socio-economic growth of Ukanafun and the nation at large. The event which took place at the Ukanafun council hall had in attendance Ukanafun students drawn from various institutions across the State, the association's president comrade Emediong Johnson in his remark expressed gratitude to Mr. Samuel Jackson for sponsoring several students educationally oriented programs. Comrade Emediong Johnson described Mr. Samuel Jackson as a nation builde...

 

 

  Breaking News: Total Chaos in Senate as Abaribe Storms Chamber with Biafran Flag — Vows “No Plenary Until Nnamdi Kanu Is Freed!” Release Him or Watch This Country Burn Politically!’” Tension gripped the National Assembly today as Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe stormed into the Senate chamber waving a giant Biafran flag, demanding the immediate release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The usually calm lawmaker erupted in fury, shouting: “Enough is enough! My brother is sick, yet you keep him in detention while Bko Hram members walk free! Nothing will move in this Senate until Nnamdi Kanu is released to me!” The entire plenary was thrown into chaos. Some lawmakers stood in shock; others tried to calm him down, but Abaribe refused to yield. Security officials attempted to escort him out, but he stood firm, pounding the Senate table and declaring that no national business would proceed until justic e is done.

  In a bid to tackle rising unemployment and harness the potential of youths in the State, Governor Umo Eno has launched an ambitious initiative to establish a Youth Development Centre across the State. These dynamic centers will provide young people with the skills, opportunities, and resources they need to thrive in today's fast-changing world. The hubs, which will be built in all 31 Local Government Areas, will feature state-of-the-art facilities, including multi-sectoral training centers, incubation hubs, co-working spaces, and recreational lounges. Each Youth Development Centre will offer modular programs, accelerator and incubation support, and access to digital tools, arts, and culture. Governor Eno emphasized that the hubs are not just physical structures but safe spaces for innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship. He urged young people to take ownership of the youth development centre and use them as platforms to discover, nurture, and launch their talents. The govern...

 A Commendation Message for Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem Ph.D Dear Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem, PhD I am compelled to express my highest admiration for your outstanding leadership and unwavering dedication to the development of the Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency and Nigeria as a whole. Your unrelenting efforts in championing the welfare and progress of your constituents are a shining example of your commitment to public service. My MP without listing all that you have done here, your leadership has yielded tangible benefits for the people of Ukanafun/Oruk Anam, and your contributions to the House of Representatives have been nothing short of remarkable. Your passion for national growth and development is genuinely inspiring, and our constituents are fortunate to have you representing our interests. I particularly appreciate your commitment to fostering peace and a better future for the people of Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency. Your tireless work ethic and selfless service to the...

 

  A Grateful heart:  celebrating one year in office and honouring a remarkable Benefactor  As I reflect on the journey of the past year, I'm filled with gratitude, humility and an overwhelming sense of appreciation for a man whose leadership, kindness and unwavering commitment to his people changed the course of my life.       October 21st holds a deeply special meaning for me. It is the day I was born and also the day exactly one year ago, that my life took a new and exciting turn.        On that day, by the divine orchestration of God and through the generous intervention of the Right Honourable RT Hon Unyime Idem, I was offered employment.  What better birthday gift could anyone receive than a career defining opportunity to serve their nation. Thank you my destiny helper.      On this special day October 21, 2025 as I celebrate both my birthday and my one year anniversary in federal civil service,  I lift...