FRSC deploys 720 personnel for Eid traffic

FRSC deploys 720 personnel for Eid traffic

May 26, 2026 Markup 0

The Federal Road Safety Corps has deployed 720 personnel across major highways in Akwa Ibom State ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration as part of intensified efforts to prevent crashes, ease traffic congestion and tackle reckless driving.

The Sector Commander, Felicia Kalu, disclosed this in a statement issued in Uyo on Tuesday, warning motorists against dangerous practices capable of causing gridlock and fatal accidents during the festive period.

Eno introduces rural allowance for doctors

Eno introduces rural allowance for doctors

May 26, 2026 Markup 0

Governor Umo Eno has announced plans to introduce rural allowances for doctors posted to underserved communities in Akwa Ibom State, saying the payments will be tied to monthly performance and attendance evaluations.

The governor disclosed this during the commissioning of a modern Primary Health Centre Operational Base in Oron Local Government Area, where he reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving healthcare delivery in the state.

Eno introduces rural allowance for doctors

Eno introduces rural allowance for doctors

May 26, 2026 Markup 0

Governor Umo Eno has announced plans to introduce rural allowances for doctors posted to underserved communities in Akwa Ibom State, saying the payments will be tied to monthly performance and attendance evaluations.

The governor disclosed this during the commissioning of a modern Primary Health Centre Operational Base in Oron Local Government Area, where he reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving healthcare delivery in the state.

Navy reaffirms commitment to maritime security

Navy reaffirms commitment to maritime security

May 26, 2026 Markup 0

The Nigerian Navy has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial waters and protecting critical national assets as it inaugurated key infrastructure projects at Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Jubilee in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State.

The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, stated this on Tuesday during the inauguration ceremony, describing maritime security as vital to Nigeria’s economic prosperity and stability.

Police recover 69 firearms, arrest 178 suspects

Police recover 69 firearms, arrest 178 suspects

May 25, 2026 Markup 0

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has recovered 69 firearms, arrested 178 suspected criminals, rescued kidnapped and trafficked victims, and dismantled several criminal networks in a major statewide crackdown on crime.

The Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, disclosed this during a press briefing at the Command Headquarters in Uyo, where he reaffirmed the command’s commitment to tackling all forms of criminality across the state.

Coast Guard bill backers fault opposition claims

Coast Guard bill backers fault opposition claims

May 25, 2026 Markup 0

The Provisional Committee of the proposed Nigerian Coast Guard (PC-NCG) has alleged that vested interests are deliberately seeking to retain control of Nigeria’s maritime sector at the expense of transparency and national interest.

In a statement issued on Monday, the Director of Communications and Public Affairs, Dr Piriye Kiyaramo, quoted the Chief Executive and Accounting Officer of PC-NCG, Capt. Noah Ichaba, as saying that arguments against the creation of the Nigerian Coast Guard contradict verifiable operational realities.

Eket symposium pushes resource economy development

Eket symposium pushes resource economy development

May 25, 2026 Markup 0

Despite possessing vast deposits of clay, kaolin, limestone, silica sand and granite, alongside a 129-kilometre coastline with enormous maritime opportunities, the district has for decades struggled to translate its natural wealth into sustainable economic development.

That challenge formed the focus of a high-level symposium organised by the Association of Eket Senatorial District Media Professionals in collaboration with the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF) and the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA).

Don advocates multidisciplinary management education

Don advocates multidisciplinary management education

May 24, 2026 Markup 0

Scholars, policymakers, industry leaders and development practitioners have been urged to embrace multidisciplinary collaboration as a critical strategy in addressing complex global and societal challenges in the 21st century.

The call was made by Mondy S. Gold while delivering the keynote address at the maiden virtual international conference organised by the Department of Management, Faculty of Management Sciences, University of Port Harcourt, in collaboration with the African Policy and Research Consortium.