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Akwa Ibom Marks 39th Anniversary With 39 Landmark Projects, President Tinubu to Commission Key Projects The Akwa Ibom State Government has unveiled a month-long programme of activities to commemorate the 39th anniversary of the creation of the state, with 39 landmark projects scheduled for commissioning across the state between September 1 and 30, 2026. The anniversary celebration, themed “Gratitude,” is anchored on the biblical passage, “Give Thanks to the Lord, For He is Good; For His Mercy Endures Forever” from Psalm 136:1 (KJV). The programme, released by the state government, highlights the administration’s achievements under the ARISE Agenda 1.0, with…

Gov Eno Backs Moses Itauma Ahead of IBF World Heavyweight Title Fight Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has thrown his weight behind Nigerian-born British boxer Moses Itauma ahead of his International Boxing Federation (IBF) World Heavyweight Championship clash with Croatian fighter Filip Hrgovic. The highly anticipated bout is scheduled to take place at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday, August 29, 2026, with the vacant IBF heavyweight title at stake. In a statement on Friday, Governor Eno congratulated Itauma for representing what he described as the “Akwa Ibom spirit of excellence and competitive drive” on the global…

APC Legal Adviser Backs Radda’s Sports Agenda, Salutes Katsina Emir on Cultural Preservation The National Legal Adviser of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barrister Murtala Aliyu Kankia, has commended Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umar Radda, for his commitment to the development and promotion of sports in the state. Kankia also praised the Emir of Katsina, His Royal Highness Dr. Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, for his efforts to preserve the historical, cultural and traditional heritage of the Katsina Emirate. The APC National Legal Adviser made the remarks while extending goodwill to players, organisers and other stakeholders participating in the 2026 polo season…

Kankia Celebrates Musawa’s Daura Honour, Says Minister Can Champion Hausa Culture The National Legal Adviser of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barrister Murtala Aliyu Kankia, has congratulated the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, on her conferment with the traditional title of “Mairamar Kasar Hausa I,” meaning First Daughter of Hausa Land, by the Emir of Daura, Dr Umar Faruk Umar. Kankia described the honour as a significant recognition of Musawa’s growing public profile and her contribution to the promotion of Hausa cultural heritage. In a congratulatory message, the APC legal adviser said he…

Gov Eno Receives Double Recognition for Healthcare Development in Akwa Ibom Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has received accolades from the Body of Heads of Nursing Services Department and Principals of Schools in Federal Health Institutions (BOHNAPFHI) and the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) for his administration’s reforms and investments in the state’s health sector. The awards were presented to the Governor on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, during a stakeholders’ engagement on ARISE 2.0, the state’s economic development plan, and a review of projects scheduled for commissioning in September 2026 at the Banquet Hall, Government…

Kankia’s Legal Expertise Gets Key Role in APC’s 2027 Presidential Campaign The All Progressives Congress (APC) has deployed the legal expertise of its National Legal Adviser, Barrister Murtala Aliyu Kankia, to its 2027 presidential campaign machinery, appointing him Secretary, Legal, in the newly constituted Presidential Campaign Council. Kankia’s appointment places the party’s chief legal officer at the heart of its preparations for the 2027 general elections, as the ruling party moves to strengthen its political, legal, mobilisation, communications and security structures ahead of the presidential contest. As Secretary, Legal, Kankia is expected to coordinate legal affairs within the campaign council…

2027: APC NLA Kankia Urges Politicians to Prioritise Ideas Over Ethnic, Religious Sentiments The National Legal Adviser of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barrister Murtala Aliyu Kankia, has called on Nigerians to recognise the gains of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration while demanding accountability and improved delivery under the Renewed Hope Agenda. Kankia made the call in his Eid-ul-Mawlid message to Muslims, stressing that the occasion provides an opportunity to reflect on the leadership values of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him), particularly justice, honesty, compassion, consultation and service to humanity. The APC National Legal Adviser said the principles…

Eno Declares September Month of Thanksgiving, Announces Tinubu’s Expected Visit …President Tinubu Expected in Akwa Ibom to Commission Projects as State Marks 39th Anniversary Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has declared September 2026 as a Month of Gratitude, urging residents to unite in thanksgiving to God as the state prepares to celebrate its 39th anniversary. The Governor also announced plans for the commissioning of 39 projects across the state as part of activities marking the anniversary, while disclosing that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to visit Akwa Ibom to commission some of the projects executed by his…

Miva Open University Expands to Akwa Ibom, Opens Study Centre in Uyo Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has unveiled the Uyo Study Centre of Miva Open University, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to expanding access to quality education and developing human capital in the state. The study centre, located at No. 26 Udo Udoma Avenue, Uyo, was officially unveiled on Friday by the Governor, who was represented at the ceremony by the Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Umanah. Speaking at the event, Umanah commended the founder and management of Miva Open University for choosing Akwa Ibom as a…

Akwa Ibom Youth Leaders Applaud Eno’s Youth Programmes, Pledge 2027 Support The Coalition of Youth Leaders and Stakeholders in Akwa Ibom State has passed a vote of confidence in Governor Umo Bassey Eno, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, declaring its support for their political aspirations ahead of the 2027 general elections. The coalition made its position known in a communiqué issued at the end of its meeting and media briefing held in Uyo on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The youth leaders commended the Eno administration for what they described as its commitment to infrastructure development, human-capital…