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Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has commended the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigerian Army for the joint operation that led to the killing of Oluchi Igwedibia alias Obatosu, younger brother of Late Don Wanny. The younger brother of Late Don Wanny who was amongst the 32 Cultists declared wanted by the State Security Council was killed at Sabo Iyakpe, Etsako West in Edo State on Sunday, January 28, 2018,  following  accurate DSS  intelligence. The Late Oluchi Igwedibia alias Obatosu played a prominent role in the New Year killings by Don Wanny gang in Omoku. Governor Wike declared that none of those declared wanted by the Rivers State Security Council will go free, saying  that they will all be brought to justice. The governor further declared that the N20million bounty placed for credible information  that will lead to the arrest of the wanted cultists is still in place. He stated all those who participated in the New...

Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Information and Strategy is out with another statewide public sensitization and enlightenment programme, tagged, “Udom in my Community.” The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Charles Udoh, who disclosed this early today while on a AKBC TV Live programme, “Centre Point”, said, “Udom in my Community”, is a strategic online campaign aimed at showcasing the achievements and strides of Governor Udom Emmanuel in various sectors and sections of the State from the citizen’s point of view through picture/video. Charles Udoh said, the campaign which is featuring a photo and video competition is opened to all interested members of the society mostly the youths who are invited to upload photos and videos of government’s projects in their communities with reference to the positive impact of such projects to the people. According to the Information Boss, the objectives of “Udom in my Community” campaign include; creation of awareness for government’s pr...

 The Rivers State Police Command at about 0530Hrs, on Wednesday 24th January stormed Ibe Street in Elekahia, PH City Local Government Area where one Chiburuoma Boms 'f' 19yrs was allegedly strangled to death. Her remains were later forced into a Septic Tank by persons said to be her relations.  In a statement by the Commands Police Public Relations Officer, DSP NNAMDI OMONI said Men of the Elekahia Police Station acting on a tip off arrested Six persons suspected to be involved in the crime. The suspects have made useful statements which is helping the police in their investigation.  Meanwhile, the Corpse of the victim have been evacuated from the Pit and taken to the Mortuary awaiting autopsy.  The statement further said the Commissioner of Police had ordered for the transfer of the matter  to State CID, while efforts are on to arrest other suspects at large.  The State Commissioner of Police, Zaki M Ahmed appealed to residents of ...

REGISTRATION EXERCISE IS CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY, NOT POLITICAL PARTY AFFAIR - Imoh Okon tells Uyo people as INEC begins continuous voters registration  Executive Chairman of Uyo Local Government, Elder (Hon.) Imoh Okon has urged the people of Uyo Local Government to see the soon-to-commence continuous voter registration as part of their civic responsibility and not a PDP or APC affair, stressing that political parties have no hand in voters registration. The Chairman stated this  during a joint meeting between Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and stakeholders of Uyo from all political parties held at the instance of the Uyo LG INEC Electoral Officer. The meeting which took place at the Uyo LG INEC office along Ikot Akpan Abia had stakeholders of Uyo from all political parties in attendance including Obonganwan Dora Ebong of APC, the Uyo PDP Chapter Chairman, Prince Idorenyin Orok, Chairman Uyo Youth Caucus, Comrade Idorenyin Umoh, Chairman, Uyo Youth Coun...

GOV UDOM SWEARS IN NEW SSG, PREACHES LOVE Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom State has again reiterated that the unity of Akwa Ibom state is non-negotiable. The governor who made the remarks shortly after swearing in the new Secretary to State Government, Dr. Emmanuel Ekuwem at the Banquet Hall of the Government House Uyo said he was poised to bring together the whole state irrespective of tribes as part of his government’s political inclusiveness agenda.  According to Emmanuel “Akwa Ibom is all one, joined by a common destiny and aspirations and our unity in non-negotiable, our common ethos and fidelity to the Akwa Ibom project remains sacrosanct.” The governor who said the greatest asset God has given to Akwa Ibom is her people, maintained that it is the people that will make the different once they all come together He assured that he will do everything possible to ensure that every part of the state has a sense of belonging,  saying “I enjoin you to celebrate this mu...

By Koko Udonquak Governor Udom Emmanuel has commended Imabridge Africa, a non-governmental organisation, for its selfless  and life touching services for the indigent members of the society. Governor Emmanuel gave the commendation Tueday at the 10th anniversary celebration and  groundbreaking ceremony of the Imabridge Hospital at Owot Uta, in Ibesikpo Asutan LGA. The State Chief Executive who was represented by his wife, Martha, said the foundation having rendered life touching palliatives in various areas over a decade, deserves to be supported and encouraged to do more. "Your interventions in the medical,  educational and financial areas over the past ten years are  highly commendable, I thank you and I must say that this is laudable." Said the governor. He charged other good spirited  individuals to also follow suit by contributing  positively to the welfare of people in their communities. The governor further encouraged Imabridge to partne...

ACCOMMODATE YOUR COUNTRYMEN, BUHARl BEGS BENUE LEADERS President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday appealed to the government and people of Benue State to “in the name of God” accommodate their countrymen. He urged them to exercise restraint following the recent attacks on some communities and assured them that all the perpetrators of violence in the state will be made to face the wrath of the law. According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, the President made the call while receiving a delegation of political leaders, traditional rulers and elders of the state led by Governor Samuel Ortom at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Buhari was quoted as promising that all those involved in the conflict that culminated in the loss of lives would not escape justice, including any illegally armed militia in the state. The President commiserated with all the victims of the attacks, and the families who lost loved ones and properties, noting that ...

GOVERNOR UDOM EMMANUEL SPONSORS 11 INDIGENT STUDENTS TO TOWER OF IVORY SCHOOL In an uncanny show of compassion, Governor Udom Emmanuel has awarded a comprehensive scholarship to 11 pupils drawn from the ten Federal Constituencies in the state. The selected pupils will effective Sunday, 14th January, 2018 be admitted into the prestigious Tower of Ivory Secondary School, Abak. The pupils are largely orphans, homeless children and others living in heart rendering conditions. The scholarship covers their six years of secondary education with full boarding.

  UDOM DROPS ETEKAMBA UMOREN AS SSG: REPLACES HIM WITH DR. EKUWEM  The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr. Udom Emmanuel has announced the immediate appointment of Dr. Emmanuel Ekuwem as Secretary to State Government. This was contained in a release signed by State Commissioner of Information & Strategy. Mr. Charles Udoh who stated that the appointment is part of a continuous effort to rejig the governance structure of state which started with the swearing-in of 2 new commissioners less than two months ago. Dr. Ekuwem; who replaces Sir Etekemba Umoren, holds a Bachelors degree in Engineering Physics, Masters Degree in Physics, Masters Degree in Electronic & Electrical Engineering (Microcomputer-based Instrumentation and Control Engineering) and a PhD in Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Computer-based Instrumentation and Control Engineering). Until his appointment, Dr. Ekuwem was the Founder and CEO of Teledom Group, a former National President of the Associ...

Congrats to the Legendary Broadcaster Cyril Stober and Elizabeth Banu, both of NTA as they tied the nuptial knot today, Saturday 13th January 2018 We join the NTA family to wish Cyril Stober and Elizabeth Banu conjugal bliss. May your marriage be blessed and may your happiness be everlasting. Congratulations!

Uyo Council Boss shuts down sections of Akpan Andem Market for restructuring. ...Police Station, Fire Service Station, Admin office regain access Road. Late last year shortly after assuming office The Executive Chairman charged traders doing business on the road sides, on drainage and access paths to evacuate their wares as they would be cleared by January 15th 2018 These were in line with his vision to bring back the original outlook and plan of the market to enhance greater commerce thus boosting the economy! Sequel to this, the Chairman of Uyo Local Government Council, Elder Imoh Okon has swung into action as he ordered a temporary closure of some sections of the market for clean up and evacuation of tables and kiosks on the internal roads within the market. The Chairman while flagging up the cleaning up exercise said contrary to doubts and disbelieve by some people that his mission to restructure the market will not see the light of day, he has 'taken the bull by th...