One-Party State Fears, Public Reacts To Enoidem’s APC Entry
“…could strengthen political unity and improve governance collaboration, but residents say the true test lies in translating elite alignments into tangible benefits such as jobs, security, and improved social services for ordinary people.”
Cross River Declares Work-Free Day, Governor Eno Reopens Ibom Plaza, Unveils Urban Tourism Push
CALABAR – The Cross River State Government has declared December 29, 2025, a work-free day to enable residents participate fully in the 2025 Carnival Calabar festivities. The declaration followed earlier federal approval of December 25 and 26, 2025, and January 1, 2026, as public holidays for Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year celebrations. According to […]
A’Ibom Gov. Names New Head Of Civil Service, Sacks Two Special Assistants
NIGERIA, UYO – The Akwa Ibom State Government has appointed Mrs. Elsie Anietie Peters as the new Head of Civil Service, following the approval of Governor Umo Bassey Eno on Monday. The appointment was announced in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, on 17 November 2025, in Uyo. […]
“No Opposition In Ikot Ekpene” — Akpabio Endorses Umo Eno For 2027
AKWA IBOM, UYO – Nigeria’s Senate President, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, has restated his commitment to sustaining peace and political unity in Akwa Ibom State under the leadership of Governor Umo Bassey Eno. In a post shared on his verified Facebook page, Akpabio said his recent engagements in the state were aimed at strengthening harmony […]
Umo Eno Flags Off Construction of Youth Centres, Appoints Destiny Young As SA On New Media
NIGERIA, UYO – Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, will on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, flag off the construction of ten Youth-Friendly Centres across selected pilot local government areas of the state. According to the Ministry of Youth Development, the project aims to create “innovation-driven spaces” for young people through purpose-built facilities featuring […]
Eno Releases ₦60bn For Contractors After Signing ₦695bn Extra Budget
NIGERIA, UYO – Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, has signed into law the ₦695 billion 2025 supplementary budget passed by the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly. The signing took place on Wednesday during the October edition of the State’s Project Delivery Meeting held at Government House, Uyo. Governor Eno, according to […]
Akwa Ibom Declares Today Work-Free For 38th Anniversary Celebration
AKWA IBOM, UYO – Governor Umo Bassey Eno of Akwa Ibom State has declared today Tuesday, September 23, 2025, a work-free day to mark the state’s 38th creation anniversary. The announcement was contained in a public notice released on Sunday. Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Umanah, stated in the notice that the holiday allows […]
Loyalty Tested As Gov. Umo Eno Loses Top Aide Over Party Defection
UYO, AKWA IBOM – A key member of Governor Umo Bassey Eno’s media team, Prince Chris Abasi Eyo, has resigned in protest over the governor’s recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Eyo, who served as Honorary Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, announced his resignation in a letter dated June 16, citing loyalty […]
Akpabio Hails Gov. Eno’s Defection: “True Concern For Our People “
UYO, NIGERIA – Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Bassey Eno, has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), alongside top government officials. Senate President Godswill Obot Akpabio, confirmed the defection Thursday via his verified social media account. He stated that Eno was accompanied by his deputy, Akon Eyakenyi, commissioners, and lawmakers at both federal and […]
“Clean Waterways, Safe Homes,” A’Ibom State Launches Civic-Focused Drainage Drive Committee
UYO, NIGERIA – The Akwa Ibom State Government has inaugurated an ad hoc committee on drainage and canal desilting. Governor Umo Bassey Eno, approved the committee to support his administration’s ARISE Agenda on environmental safety. Professor Eno James Ibanga, Commissioner for Works and Fire Service, chairs the six-member team. “The governor is determined to prevent […]