Akwa Ibom State

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has declared a state of emergency in the education sector, unveiling a package estimated at over ₦2.1 billion for the welfare of public school teachers and registered private schools across the state.

The Akwa Ibom State Government says it will sustain the implementation and commissioning of development projects across the state despite increasing political activities ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Rector, Federal Polytechnic, Ukana, Mrs Eduma Enobong Essien, has declared the institution’s zero tolerance for academic misconduct, warning staff against examination malpractice, sorting, sale of grades and sexual harassment.

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has described the death of the State Correspondent of The Punch Newspapers, Mr Patrick Odey, as a loss not only to his immediate family but also to Akwa Ibom State.

The Akwa Ibom Police Command has rescued a group of fishermen, including a Ghanaian national, allegedly abducted by suspected sea pirates along the waterways of Ibeno Local Government Area, recovering several outboard engines and other items from the suspects.

The command, in a statement issued on Friday by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, said it had observed with concern the circulation of what it described as misinformation and deliberate falsehood concerning recent developments in the state.

The Command, in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, said no shooting incident was recorded, and no gunshot injury was reported in connection with the disturbance.

The victory was confirmed on Monday at the grand finale of the festival held at the Uyo Township Stadium, where the Secretary to the Akwa Ibom State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, who represented Governor Umo Eno, presented the championship trophy to the Itu contingent.

The items were delivered to the Union on Monday by Idem’s Special Assistant on General Duties, Ediong Charles, in fulfilment of a commitment made by the federal lawmaker to the NUJ about two months ago.

The operation is being carried out in collaboration with the Akwa Ibom State Government, which has also established a task force to shut down illegal mining sites and track operators accused of degrading the environment.