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Akwa Ibom SUBEB begins 1,000 teachers’ recruitment

June 30, 2026 Markup 0

The Akwa Ibom State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has announced plans to recruit 1,000 qualified teachers to fill vacancies in public primary and junior secondary schools in the state.

In a statement signed on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, by the Executive Chairman of SUBEB, Rt. Hon. Anietie Etuk said the recruitment exercise is designed to improve the teacher-pupil ratio, enhance learning outcomes and strengthen the delivery of quality basic education in line with the Akwa Ibom State Government’s ARISE Agenda.

Eno urges corps members to leave lasting legacy

June 30, 2026 Markup 0

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has urged members of the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) deployed to the state to serve with dedication, patriotism and integrity, and to leave a lasting legacy in their host communities.

The governor gave the charge at the closing ceremony of the orientation course held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Ikot Itie Udung, in Nsit Atai Local Government Area.

A’Ibom Police probe alleged cyber defamation

June 30, 2026 Markup 0

Etim Ekpimah The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has launched an investigation into allegations of criminal defamation, cyberstalking and other related offences, while warning social […]

Eno receives first batch of state-owned buses

June 29, 2026 Markup 0

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has received the first batch of 20 state-owned buses out of the 50 ordered by his administration, reaffirming his commitment to building a modern, efficient and affordable public transportation system in the state.

Receiving the buses at the Government House, Uyo, the governor described the delivery as another major milestone in his administration’s efforts to transform the state’s transport sector.

Ogundipe sympathises with Oshodi flood Victims, renews flood control advocacy

June 29, 2026 Markup 0

Member representing Oshodi-Isolo Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Stephen Olukayode Ogundipe, has expressed sympathy to residents affected by the recent flooding that devastated parts of his constituency, assuring them of continued advocacy for lasting solutions to the recurring problem.

Ogundipe, in a statement on Monday, described the destruction caused by the flooding in the Sogunle and Mafoluku communities as heartbreaking, noting that many families had lost homes, property and means of livelihood, while others had been displaced.

Police arrest suspected armed robber, recover locally made firearm

June 29, 2026 Markup 0

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered a locally made firearm during an operation in Uyo, as it intensifies efforts to tackle violent crime across the state.

The suspect, identified as Edidiong Udoeyen, was arrested on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at about 10:30 pm after police operatives on stop-and-search duty along the Mayflower area of Oron Road responded to a distress call from a resident of Ikot Okubo Village in Uyo Local Government Area.

CSOs back Akwa Ibom tax reform bill, seek key amendments

June 29, 2026 Markup 0

Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Akwa Ibom State have endorsed the proposed Akwa Ibom State Internal Revenue Service Bill but urged the State House of Assembly to amend some provisions to strengthen transparency, institutional independence and the protection of taxpayers’ rights.

The groups made the call after participating in a stakeholders’ meeting organised by the House of Assembly Committee on Appropriation and Finance to consider the proposed legislation titled, “A Bill for a Law to Establish the Akwa Ibom State Internal Revenue Service for Efficient Administration and Collection of Internally Generated Revenue and for Matters Connected Therewith.”

IMEMPA urges swift action on ALSCON revival as steel minister awaits presidential directive

June 29, 2026 Markup 0

The Ibom Minerals, Energy and Maritime Professionals Association (IMEMPA) has intensified its advocacy for the revival of the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria (ALSCON), Ikot Abasi, following a high-level courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of Steel Development in Abuja.

The meeting, held on June 18, 2026, formed part of the association’s sustained efforts to mobilise government attention towards the resuscitation of ALSCON, one of Nigeria’s most strategic but dormant industrial assets.

Group unveils roadmap for ocean jobs, urges Tinubu to establish coast guard

June 29, 2026 Markup 0

The Provisional Committee for the Proposed Nigerian Coast Guard (PC-NCG) has unveiled a roadmap aimed at creating five million ocean-based jobs by 2035, while urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to establish a Nigerian Coast Guard as a critical institution for achieving the country’s blue economy ambitions.

The committee conveyed its proposals in an open letter to the President following Nigeria’s commitments at the 11th Our Ocean Conference (OOC11) held in Mombasa, Kenya.

Uda Union plans cultural festival, seeks peace, unity

June 28, 2026 Markup 0

The Uda Development Union (UDU) has announced plans to hold the 2026 Uda Cultural Festival in December, while calling for greater unity, accountability and peaceful coexistence among communities within the Uda Nation.

The President-General of the Union, Chief (Mkpefe) Patrick E. Tom, made the announcement during the Union’s general meeting held at Unyenge Group of Villages in Mbo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, on Saturday.

Alleged N740m investment scam: How couple defrauded me – Witness

June 28, 2026 Markup 0

The First Prosecution Witness, PW1, Chinyere Okoroafor, in the trial of the Chief Executive Officer of Onome Global Market Resources Limited and Lexicon Multi-concept Media Limited, Osabohein Alex Ologbose and his wife, Hope Onome Oghelemu, before Justice Ekerete Akpan of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, June 22, 2026, narrated how she was defrauded by the couple in an investment scam.

The defendants, alongside their two companies, Onome Global Market Resources Limited and Lexicon Multi-concept Media Limited are being prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on a seven-count charge, bordering on obtaining by false pretence, conversion of funds and money laundering to the tune of N740 million (Seven Hundred and Forty Million Naira), contrary to Section 18(2)(b) of the Money Laundering Prevention and Prohibition Act 2022 and punishment under Section 18(4) of the same Act.

Alleged N2.2b fraud: Ngige’ ministry took over NSITF’s procurement department’s functions – Witnesses

June 27, 2026 Markup 0

The trial of the former Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, continued on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, before Justice M.A. Hassan of the Federal Capital Territory, High Court, Gwarinpa, Abuja, with two prosecution witnesses affirming that the defendant transferred the functions of the procurement department of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund NSITF to his ministry.

Ngige is facing prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on an eight-count charge, bordering on abuse of office and fraudulent contract award to the tune of N2,261,722,535.84 (Two billion, Two Hundred and Sixty-one Million, Seven Hundred and Twenty-two Thousand, Five Hundred and Thirty-five naira, Eighty-four kobo).

Court reserves ruling on Emefiele’s statements

June 26, 2026 Markup 0

Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos, has reserved ruling until July 9, 2026, on the admissibility of extra-judicial statements allegedly made by former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, in his ongoing $4.5 billion fraud trial.

Emefiele is being prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on 19 counts bordering on receiving gratification and making corrupt demands while serving as CBN governor.

EMR trains journalists on energy, maritime reporting

EMRN trains journalists on energy, maritime reporting

June 26, 2026 Markup 0

The Energy and Maritime Reporters of Nigeria (EMR), Akwa Ibom State Branch, has called for stronger maritime security, sustained capacity building for journalists and increased investment in marine infrastructure to support the growth of Nigeria’s energy and maritime sectors.

The resolutions were contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the association’s one-day training workshop held on Thursday, June 26, 2026, at Plot 51 G-Line, Ewet Housing Estate, Uyo.

1xBet Launches “Africa Football Stories” in Zambia Ahead of the World Cup

June 26, 2026 Markup 0

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Ogboru confident of 2027 Delta victory

June 26, 2026 Markup 0

Chief Great Ovedje Ogboru, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate for the 2027 Delta State election, has expressed confidence that he will emerge victorious, insisting that the poll will be won “fairly and squarely”.

Speaking in an interview, the veteran politician said the 2027 governorship race would be markedly different from previous elections in which he had participated, arguing that increased public awareness and voter vigilance would make electoral manipulation more difficult.

Bayelsa communities embrace climate-smart agriculture initiative

June 26, 2026 Markup 0

The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) has intensified efforts to build climate resilience in Bayelsa State by promoting climate-smart agriculture, forest restoration and community-led conservation initiatives in three riverine communities.

Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting on “Catalysing Local Action for Climate Justice in Nigeria” in Yenagoa on Friday, the Foundation’s Climate Change Lead, Mr Shittu Usman, said the initiative was helping vulnerable communities adapt to the growing impacts of climate change while improving livelihoods and protecting biodiversity.

ABER honours 30 Africa Blue Economy Heroines

June 26, 2026 Markup 0

The Africa Blue Economy Roundtable (ABER) has honoured 30 outstanding women from across the continent, declaring that women are playing a pivotal role in shaping Africa’s maritime future.

Speaking during the 2026 World Seafarers Day celebration in Douala, Cameroon on Friday, 2026, the Chief Executive Officer and Convener of ABER, Dr Piriye Kiyaramo, said women have become key drivers of Africa’s blue economy through their contributions to fisheries, maritime governance, conservation, education and coastal development.

NSCDC seizes illegal ethanol tanker

June 26, 2026 Markup 0

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has seized a 45,000-litre tanker carrying a substance suspected to be illegally obtained ethanol, and arrested three suspects.

Mrs Geraldine Abetianbe, Commandant of the NSCDC in Akwa Ibom State, made this announcement during a press briefing in Uyo on Friday.

EFCC, CAC join forces against unregistered PoS operators

June 25, 2026 Markup 0

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC and the Corporate Affairs Commission, CAC, have expressed concerns over risks being posed to businesses and national security by the activities of unregistered Point of Sale. PoS operators.

The concerns were expressed in Abuja on Thursday, June 25, 2026, when the Board Chairman, CAC, Senator Ibrahim Adah, paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman of the EFCC, Mr Ola Olukoyede, at the corporate headquarters of the commission.

NUJ condemns harassment of journalists, raises security, public welfare concerns

June 25, 2026 Markup 0

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akwa Ibom State Council, has condemned the recent harassment of journalists while carrying out their lawful duties within court premises, insisting that media practitioners must be allowed to perform their constitutional responsibilities without intimidation, obstruction or undue interference.

The union called on relevant authorities to uphold press freedom and guarantee the safety and protection of journalists at all times.

Recruitment: Competence, merit will prevail

June 25, 2026 Markup 0

Competence and merit will be the sole criteria guiding the ongoing recruitment exercise, the Secretary of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has confirmed.

Maj.-Gen. Abdulmalik Jibril (retd) gave this assurance during an interview with journalists in Uyo.

He explained that physical screening and document verification are taking place at 14 centres nationwide, arranged to ensure easy access for all candidates.

Sanwo-Olu hails Tinubu as Senate passes state police bill

June 25, 2026 Markup 0

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu following the Senate’s passage of the constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police, describing the development as a landmark step towards strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture.

The Senate on Wednesday approved all 26 clauses of the bill during consideration in the Committee of the Whole, paving the way for one of the most significant constitutional reforms in the country’s security framework in recent decades.

OYOM secures court leave over maritime university

June 21, 2026 Markup 0

The Oro Youth Movement (OYOM), formally incorporated as the Oron Youth Progressive Assembly, has announced that it has secured leave from the Federal High Court to proceed with a suit seeking the full implementation of the University of Maritime Studies, Oron (UMSO).

In a statement issued on 18 June 2026, OYOM described the court’s decision as a significant step in its campaign to ensure the law establishing the institution is implemented.

NAS marks World Drug Day with school outreach in Bayelsa

June 21, 2026 Markup 0

The National Association of Seadogs (NAS), also known as the Pyrates Confraternity, has intensified efforts to combat drug abuse through an awareness campaign in secondary schools across Bayelsa State.

Members of the Oxbow Marino Deck commemorated the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking with an educational outreach at Community Secondary School, Agudama-Epie, Yenagoa.

The event was held under the global theme, “The World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses.”

Agbara Nla returns to cinemas nationwide

June 21, 2026 Markup 0

Africa’s leading virtual cinema platform, Circuits, has announced a landmark partnership with Sozo Films and Mount Zion Film Productions for the nationwide cinema release of Agbara Nla: The Return on October 1.

The release marks the return of one of the most influential faith-based film franchises in African cinema.

Speaking on the project on Sunday,21 June 2026, Circuits Founder and Chief Operating Officer, Imade Bibowei-Osuobeni, described the film’s comeback as a significant cultural and spiritual moment.

Oyebanji re-elected Ekiti Governor in landslide

June 21, 2026 Markup 0

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been re-elected as governor of Ekiti State after securing a commanding victory in the 2026 governorship election.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Oyebanji the winner after he polled 319,224 votes, defeating his closest challengers from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

PWDs demand inclusion in PIA benefits structure

June 21, 2026 Markup 0

Persons with disabilities (PWDs) from oil-producing communities in Delta State have called for their inclusion in the benefit structures established under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021, arguing that they have been excluded from key decision-making and development opportunities.

The demand was made during a two-day advocacy workshop organised by the Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) at Orhoro Community in Uvwie Local Government Area. The programme, supported by the Ford Foundation, was held under the theme, “Ending Barriers Against Niger Deltans with Disabilities (EBAND).”

Akwa Ibom raises alarm over terror threat

June 20, 2026 Markup 0

Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Akwa Ibom State have called on residents to unite, speak out and take collective action against terrorism, describing it as one of the greatest threats to peace, security and national unity.

Speaking at a gathering convened to address growing security concerns, the Director of the Centre for Human Rights and Accountability Network (CHRAN), Franklyn Isong, said terrorism had destroyed homes, separated families and caused widespread suffering across religious, ethnic and social divides.

Over 100 inmates receive counselling, food support in Bayelsa

June 20, 2026 Markup 0

More than 100 inmates at the Nigerian Correctional Centre, Okaka, Bayelsa State, have benefited from a counselling outreach and food donation programme organised by the Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON), Bayelsa State Chapter, in partnership with the Successful Motherhood Initiative (SMI).

The outreach combined professional counselling services with the donation of food items to support inmates’ welfare and rehabilitation. Items donated included 10 bags of garri, 2 bags of beans, 2 gallons of palm oil, and 1 gallon of vegetable oil.