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2027: Eno Reaffirms Respect for Udom Emmanuel, Warns Against Attempts to Cause Rift …Commissions 14.8km internal roads, 1.9km discharge drains in ONNA Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has urged citizens to disregard unfounded claims, fake news and unsubstantiated statements being circulated to misinform the public and create confusion ahead of the 2027 general elections. Governor Eno gave the warning on Monday, September 21, 2026, while commissioning 14.8 kilometres of internal roads and spurs, alongside a 1.9-kilometre discharge drain, in Awa, ONNA Local Government Area of the state. The Governor described the project as particularly significant to him because…

Gov Eno to Seplat Energy: Akwa Ibom Ready to Support Your Investments Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has assured investors of his administration’s continued support and partnership, stressing that the state remains committed to protecting investments and creating a conducive environment for businesses to thrive. Governor Eno gave the assurance when he received the management of Seplat Energy, led by its Chairman, Senator Udoma Udo Udoma, during a courtesy visit to the Government House in Uyo. The Governor congratulated the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Effiong Okon, on his appointment and assumption of office, noting that his…

Eno To Groups Promoting Ethnic Tension: We’ll Disband You Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has called for continued peace and unity across the state, warning socio-cultural, socio-political and other groups against using their platforms to promote ethnic tension, rivalry and division. The governor gave the warning on Sunday, September 20, 2026, during a special interdenominational service held at the International Christian Worship Center, Uyo, as part of activities marking the 39th anniversary of the creation of Akwa Ibom State. Eno said his administration would not allow any group to undermine the peace and unity of the state, stressing…

Eno Approves Fresh Recruitment of 2,000 Teachers in Akwa Ibom …approves recruitment of additional 2,000 teachers Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has directed the State Civil Service Commission to immediately commence the issuance of appointment letters to 4,000 successful candidates who participated in the recently concluded civil service recruitment exercise. Governor Eno gave the directive on Friday, September 18, 2026, when he received the report of the recruitment exercise from a team led by the Chairman of the Akwa Ibom State Civil Service Commission, Mrs. Ekerebong Umoh, at Government House, Uyo. The Governor also approved the recruitment of…

Premium 89.9FM Recognises Umo Eno for Developmental Strides in Akwa Ibom Premium 89.9FM has honoured the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, Ph.D., with the Most Performing Governor in Nigeria 2026 award, citing the developmental strides of his administration under the ARISE Agenda. The award was presented on Thursday in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, by the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Premium 89.9FM, Mrs. Maureen Umanah, FRPA. The award was received on behalf of Governor Eno by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Ekerette Udoh, who expressed appreciation to the radio station for the recognition. Udoh described the…

Gov Eno: Ongoing Uyo Projects Generating Jobs, Boosting Economic Activities …commends contractors’ pace of work Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has highlighted the economic and employment benefits of the ongoing construction of the International Convention Centre, Ibom International Hotel and ARISE Shopping City projects in Uyo. Governor Eno said the projects had engaged more than 2,000 people daily over the past year, contributing to economic activities while also supporting peace and security in the state. The Governor disclosed this on Thursday, September 17, 2026, while speaking with members of the Government House Press Corps after inspecting the ongoing…

Gov Eno Approves Payment of ₦3.9bn Leave Grants in Three Tranches Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has approved the release of ₦3.909 billion for the payment of 2026 leave grants to civil servants in the state. The approval was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday by the Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Umanah. According to the statement, the leave grants will be paid in three tranches beginning in September, with subsequent payments scheduled for October and November. The state government said the phased payment was designed to provide financial relief to civil servants while ensuring an…

NDC Candidate Ubong Idemudo Promises People-Oriented Representation Ahead of 2027 Election Thousands of supporters, party faithful, political stakeholders and residents on Saturday thronged Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State, as the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) formally unveiled Engr. Ubong Idemudo as its candidate for the Ikot Abasi/Mkpat Enin/Eastern Obolo Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. The event, which featured the unveiling of Idemudo and the commissioning of the party’s new campaign office along Ibekwe Road, attracted supporters from the three local government areas that make up the federal constituency. The gathering turned into a major political rally, with supporters…

2026 Election: Iboro Ekpo Emerges DG of Ubong Idemudo Campaign Organisation The campaign organisation of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for Ikot Abasi Federal Constituency, Engr. Ubong Idemudo, has appointed Hon. Iboro Ekpo as its Director-General (DG). The appointment is part of efforts to strengthen the campaign structure and mobilise support across communities ahead of the forthcoming election. According to the campaign organisation, Ekpo’s appointment reflects its determination to build an experienced, well-organised and grassroots-oriented team capable of effectively communicating Idemudo’s message of purposeful representation to the electorate. In announcing the appointment, Idemudo described Ekpo as a man of…

Gov Eno Expands Rural Healthcare Access, Commissions Health Centre in Ikot Ekpe Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has inaugurated a Model Primary Health Centre at Ikot Ekpe in Mkpat Enin Local Government Area as part of his administration’s efforts to expand access to quality and affordable healthcare in rural communities. The facility, inaugurated on Monday, September 14, 2026, is designed to provide comprehensive primary healthcare services to residents of Ikot Ekpe and neighbouring communities. Represented at the commissioning by the Commissioner for Works, Prof. Eno Ibanga, Governor Eno said the project was a fulfilment of his promise to…