Akwa-Ibom Gov, Eno reveals why he ‘evicted’ Channels TV crew from Govt House
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has spoken about the recent removal of Channels TV reporter Chris Mofatt and his cameraman from the press team at the Government House in Uyo. He said the decision was not made to punish anyone, but was done for the right reasons. The removal came after a video […]
I’m expecting more politicians to join APC – Tinubu reveals
President Bola Tinubu has said that he believes more politicians will soon join the All Progressives Congress (APC). He shared this view while speaking at the APC national summit held on Thursday. Tinubu compared the situation to people escaping from a sinking ship without life jackets. This shows that he believes many politicians are leaving […]
Supporting Tinubu’s second term not betrayal of PDP – Akwa-Ibom Gov, Eno
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has said that supporting President Bola Tinubu’s second term is not a betrayal of his own political party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking at a rally in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, Eno made it clear that his support for President Tinubu is a personal decision based […]
Nigerian army uncovers 11 illegal bunkering sites in four states
The Nigerian Army has discovered 11 illegal oil bunkering sites during a six-day operation in four states — Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, and Rivers. This effort was part of a mission to stop crude oil theft in the country. Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Danjuma, the spokesperson for the Army’s 6 Division in Port Harcourt, shared the […]
Akwa Ibom Police confirm arrest of man who allegedly murdered girlfriend, stole phone
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a man, Ndifreke Isaiah Nelson, for allegedly killing his girlfriend, Emem Monday Effanga, and stealing her phone. According to the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, the case was reported in February 2025 after the victim was found dead in her apartment under suspicious circumstances. […]
APC tackles PDP over claims Akpabio being behind Udom Emmanuel’s EFCC probe
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom has responded to allegations from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that Senate President Godswill Akpabio was responsible for the petition and media coverage of fraud and money laundering allegations against former governor Udom Emmanuel. Udom Emmanuel was recently questioned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) […]
Akwa Ibom Police rescue kidnap victim as abductors flee during gun duel
The police in Akwa Ibom State have rescued a kidnapped man in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area after engaging his abductors in a gunfight, forcing them to flee. The spokesperson for the state police command, DSP Timfon John, said the rescue operation was successful due to the police’s commitment to fighting crime and keeping residents […]
Police Launch Investigation Into Death Of Makeup Artist In Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has started an investigation into the tragic death of a makeup artist, Emrich Effanga. Reports suggest that she was allegedly killed by her boyfriend, Ndifreke. The police spokesperson, DSP Timfon John, confirmed the investigation to journalists in Uyo on Monday, February 10. He stated that the Commissioner of Police, […]
Domestic violence: The only instruments approved in beating your wife are ‘rods, third leg, money and alerts’ – Internal Revenue director says
Leo Umana, the Executive Director of the Akwa Ibom State Internal Revenue Service (AKIRS), has spoken out against domestic violence. He stressed that if couples can no longer live peacefully, it is better to separate rather than resort to violence. His statement comes in response to domestic violence allegations against Uyo-based wedding journalist Isaac Mefo […]
EPL: Strange – Merson expresses worry over Man Utd transfer target, Dorgu
In Akwa Ibom, police have started enforcing the Third Party Vehicle Insurance requirement. On Saturday, the Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, led an operation to ensure that drivers have the necessary insurance certificates. This operation follows an order from the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, directing all police forces in Nigeria […]