Eket Political Leader endorse Nsidibe Akata

A front line aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in the forth coming general elections into the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Eket State constituency, Dr Nsidibe Akata has received the blessing of the political leader of Eket, Chief Nduese Essien. 

The former minister and two term member of the House of Representative said that Dr Akata is not just qualified and competent for the position but is favoured by the zoning principle of the PDP. 

He poured encomiums on the aspirant and subscribed him as an intelligent and highly educated young man who when given the opportunity will make Eket proud in the State House of Assembly but advised him to consult widely as other aspirants are also in the race. 

“The Peoples Democratic Party under governor Udom Emmanuel adheres strictly on zoning and I think Okon-Eket geo-political zone has the turn to present aspirants to the party unless there are cognate reasons to do otherwise”, Chief Essien said. 

Christians should have Faith in the Lord -Marshall Bassey

The custodian lord of the throne of the Spiritual Kingdom Church of Christ, His Lordship (Obong) Marshall Edidem Bassey has used the church founder’s day to advice Christians across the globe to be steadfast and continue to have faith in the vineyard despites challenges experience would succeed.

The custodian lord of the throne, His Lordship (Obong) Marshall Edidem Bassey stated this in his address during the celebration of the church founder’s day held in the church headquarter in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area.  

Said Christian should always focus on God as far as the issue of faith is concern, his father has exhibited the gesture despite the challenges he experience, open up how his father came into the ministry and tribulation, temptation and especially where he steadfast and experience adjective poverty without giving up understanding through faith his destiny despite deny came through while denied by education in some quarters even when he tried all his best over the passion he had for education but the development he pass through made him finally established the Spiritual Kingdom Church of Christ. Showcase his calling.

Obong Emmanuel Ukpong Udo: the hope of Ikono/Ini Federal Constituency

Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country. This was a statement made by the 35th President of United States of America, John Fitzgerald Kennedy when he challenged his countrymen to live for public good. 

This has been the mentality and lifestyle of Obong Emmanuel Ukpong-udo, the indefatigable political leader of Ikono popularly called MACAIRE

On July 18, 2015 the people of Ikono Local Government Area unanimously mandated Obong Emmanuel Ukpong-udo to be their political leader and proffer leadership direction for the development of Ikono. This safety expert cum politician willingly obliged to serve his fatherland.

As the political leader of Ikono, Obong Ukpong-udo has provided direction for the people of Ikono and restored the glory of Ikono as the cradle of Ibibio Nation. Politically, he has instilled stability and decorum in the politics of Ikono Local Government Area. He has given the youths opportunity to contribute their quota in the development and advancement of the area. This has brought peace to bear in Ikono Local Government Area which was before his emergence an area known for political instability. 

NSE carpets Udom over non patronage, congratulates new SSG

The Uyo branch of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, (NSE), has called on the Secretary to the Akwa Ibom State Government, Dr Emmanuel Ekuwem, to leverage on his well-deserved appointment and give Engineers in the state the much desired inclusiveness which had been lacking since the inception of the present administration.

The chairman of the branch, Engineer Mfon Udoikpong made the call in a congratulatory message to the new SSG.

Udoikpong said the appointment of the new SSG “could not have come at a better time than now, when the state is in dire need of industrialization and technological development, given your pedigree, strength of character  and experience in public administration.

The NSE boss lauded Gov Udom Emmanuel for appointing one of its own as the State’s scribe and pledged their readiness to contribute their quota for the government to succeed.

Gov. Udom Emmanuel and sustenance of peace in Akwa Ibom State

BY IMO BEN

As experiences have shown over the years, it is always during the build up to the general elections in Nigeria that all manners of schemes are hatched to flare up sentiments for the purposes of instigating disaffection and promoting political intolerance. These condemnable acts which are deliberately done to undermine the security and peaceful co-existence of our law-abiding citizens, usually force us to look up to the state governments for succour and protection.

Fortunately, since the emergence of Deacon Udom Emmanuel as the Governor of the Akwa Ibom State, this God-fearing leader who treats the welfare and security of his people as cardinal items of his administration has ensured that there has been comparatively relative peace in the State, which without doubt has made it one of the most peaceful environment in Nigeria to live and do business.

Why we can’t supply water to consumers - MD

BY EMMANUEL AKPAN

The Managing Director of Akwa Ibom Water Company Limited, Barr Aniefiok Ukpe has given reasons why the agency can no longer supply water to its consumers in Akwa Ibom people.

Barr Ukpe said the reason is because of the massive road constructions that is going on in the State, saying that most of the pipelines that were laid have been destroyed.

The MD while speaking with THE INK last week in his office, said another reason the State is expirencing shortest of water is that the existing infrastructures that were put in place by previous government, had decade and for the past eight years the government has done nothing about in reviving them.

Ini PDP receives boost as Asuqwo Inyang declares membership *Gov’s Aide Charge Party members on steadfastness, resilience

The People Democratic Party (PDP) in Ukwok Ward 10, Ini Local Government Area last weekend received another boost as a recently retired Chief Superintendent of Police, Mr Asuqwo Inyang declared membership into the Party.

At a brief reception ceremony organized last Saturday and attended by the Stakeholders, Elders, youths and the leaders of the party in Ward, the ward Chairman, Mr Moses Ime Akpan appreciated Mr Asuqwo Inyang for joining the PDP which according to him, his emergence will contribute immensely toward the development and building of the party in the ward, Chapter and State.

He asserted that, he was happy to see the likes of Mr Inyang whom according to him has grown to the pick of his carrier in the Nigerian Police and retired with good health, clean records and is still young and active, saying that as a father of the party in the ward, that he will lent the necessary supports to Mr. Inyang to succeed in his political carrier.

Mbo ex - Chairman commends Gov. Udom over appointment of SSG

The immediate past transition chairman of Mbo local government council, Hon. Mfon Bassey has described the recent appointment of Dr. Emmanuel Effiong Ekuwem as the Secretary to the State Government, SSG, as very symbolic and strategic which the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Udom Emmanuel deserves commendation.

Adding his voice in commending the Governor, the ex-chairman said, with the appointment, Governor Udom Emmanuel has proven that he is a fatherly figure who wants equity and fairness in the political arrangement in the State, because the position of the SSG has elevated the involvement of Oro nation in the politics and administration of the state. This he said has given the people of Oro nation a sense of belonging.

He also described Dr. Ekuwem as a very worthy son of Oro nation, who according to the ex-chairman is humble and intelligent enough to work comfortably with the State Governor to translate the vision of the administration to achieve its desired goals.

UN POLAC Constitutes Advisory Council, Inaugurates Chapter Presidents

UN POLAC, an International Peace Advocacy Organization has put machinery in motion towards repositioning the group and expanding its advocacy programs in the State this year by constituting an Advisory Council, also swearing In new Chapter Presidents.

Declaring open the first 2018 general meeting of the group, the Director General, Obong Dr. Halo B. Eton, praised members for their selfless services in the past years and appealed to them to key into the new dispensation which he noted is aimed at creating greater awareness and opening vistas of understanding of the aims and functions of the group particularly to those who are yet to comprehend the philosophy of UN POLAC.

Dr. Eton showered encomiums on some Chapters for their extraordinary performances and advised others to sit up as he envisaged a rejuvenated and purposeful leadership among the new Council and Chapter Presidents.

2019: Ediene Youths drum support for Emmanuel Udosen

Youths of Ediene Clan in Abak local government area under the umbrella of “Ediene Trusted Youths” have persuaded the immediate past Transition Committee Chairman of Abak, Dr. Emmanuel Udosen to contest for the Abak State Constituency Seat in Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly come 2019.

A statement issued at the end of the general meeting of the organization which took place last Friday at Government Primary School, Ediene I and signed by the Chairman, Mr. Utitofon Victor Obot, Vice Chairman, Elder Imo Sunday Japhet, Secretary, Mr. Emmanuel Sunday, Woman Leader, Mrs. Eno Inen among others, the youths said the decision to persuade Dr. Emmanuel Udosen to contest for the House of Assembly Seat was based on his antecedent and excellent track record.

The Ediene Youths in the statement pointed out that while serving as the Transition Committee Chairman, Dr. Udosen recorded remarkable achievements. They expressed the hope that with such record of achievements if he eventually accepts to contest for the Assembly Seat, Dr. Udosen would set a record in the history of representation in Abak State Constituency.

Nurses charged to promote professional ethics

The chairman of national association of Nigerian nurses and midwives (NANNM), Comrade Patrick Odu has advised nurses in Nigeria and Akwa Ibom state in particular, to extend care to everybody including the poor in the rural areas.

He gave the advice Thursday at the playground of University of Uyo teaching hospital during the new year get together of the branch. The event chaired by ENT  consultant, Dr.  Victor Ette,who jovially refered to himself as an ‘associate nurse’ because of his wife being a nurse, also featured send forth of six retired senior nurses and launch of a maiden  magazine called ROSTRUM.

The NANNM chairman who expressed happiness for being associated with the magazine, advised the editorial team headed by one Mrs Edith Akpan to ensure that they sustain the publication in view of its importance. He called on the retirees not to see their retirement as an end, but an opportunity to contribute more to the  noble profession of nursing unsupervised.

Rev. Fr. Christian Usungurua should be celebrated - Umoh

The Assistant Coach of the State-owned Female Football outfit, Ibom Angels, Coach Aniekan Umoh has congratulated the Chaplain, St. Barnard Army Chaplaincy, Ibagwa, Abak, Rev. Fr. Dr. Christian Usungurua on his appointment and subsequent inauguration as the Chairman Attitudinal Re-orientation Committee in Abak local government area.

Coach Umoh who spoke with our reporter shortly after the inauguration, described the appointment as meritorious and well-deserved, stressing that as a highly-revered man of God, the Catholic Priest will use his position to change the attitude and mindset of the youths and the entire people of Abak for positive venture.

The football tactician hinted that people like Rev. Fr. Dr. Christian Usungurua should be celebrated as according him, the Catholic Priest has touched many lives positively, rendered selfless services to humanity as well as propagating the gospel thereby winning more souls for Jesus Christ.