Author: Benjamin Jimmy

Akwa Ibom Unity Forum, has retracted the allegations it levelled against the Vice Chancellor of the University of Uyo, Prof. Nyaudoh Ndaeyo, in a petition sometime ago. The Forum has also tendered an unreserved apology to his person and his revered office. In a statement released at the end of a press conference on Tuesday in Uyo, the Forum said after a thorough review of facts, it had realized that the claims it made in the said petition were completely false and unfounded. The statement, which was signed by the Director General of the Forum, Hon. Uko Idiong, Secretary, Hon.…

Champion Breweries PLC, has unveiled a brown new look for its Champion Lager with Ginger Extract, introducing an updated design that combines sophistication with the brand’s trademark swagger. The amber bottle change is part of a larger rebranding effort aimed at reinvigorating the brand’s appeal to modern consumers while honouring Champion Breweries’ Nigerian roots. In a statement, Dr. Inalegwu Adoga, the Managing Director and CEO of Champion Breweries Plc, expressed enthusiasm about the refreshed look for Champion Lager with Ginger Extract. “Our consumers have always been the heartbeat of our business, and we want them to know that Champion Breweries…

The Young Progressives Party (YPP), in Akwa Ibom State has accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of plans to Hijack and rig the October 5 local government elections in Ikono and Ini local government areas using State’s funds. The opposition party which harped on the tenet of democratic electoral process, called on the Akwa Ibom state Independent Electoral Commission, (AKISIEC), to ensure strict adherence to free,fair amd credible poll where the votes of the electorates will count. https://crestnews.ng/lg-polls-eunice-thomas-predicts-victory-for-apc-in-ibeno/ Addressing journalists on Friday October 4 at the YPP State Secretariat Uyo, the State Chairman, Elder Wisdom Udoaka mentioned that his party…

Ekpene Ukim Community, Uruan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, has allegedly snubbed the Deputy Governor of the state, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, over the mediatory role she played to end a land dispute that lasted for 76 years. The allegation was levelled against the community by the village head of Ikot Edong in Nsit Atai Local Government Area, Chief Nyong Etim Offiong, in an interview with journalists on Thursday. Recall that The Crest had earlier reported that the Deputy Governor had, in the month of March this year, intervened in the protracted land dispute said to have started in…

The Board Member, EMOIMEE Host Community Development Trust (HCDT-MBO), Dr Asuquo Inuikim has reiterated the commitment of the EMOIMEE HCDT to ensuring the development of oil impacted communities. Engr Inuikim stated this while delivering a welcome address at the Primary Health Centre, Okobo Ebughu, during the flag-off ceremony of the Mbo EMOIMEE Medical Workshop. He said the Trust, put in place by the NNPC/MPN JV through the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) was committed to improving the health and well-being of its people, adding that the exercise was “a critical mandate of the Trust, aligning with the Millennium…

The Oku Ibom Ibibio and President General of Akwa Ibom State Supreme Council of Traditional Rulers, His Eminence, Ntenyin (Dr.) Solomon Daniel Etuk, JP, CFR has enjoined Akwa Ibomites to make unity and development their watchword wherever they may reside in Nigeria or abroad. Ntenyin Etuk gave the charge when the leadership of Akwa Ibom Community in Adamawa and Taraba States of North Eastern Nigeria, paid him a courtesy visit in his palace in Ikot Ukobo, Nsit Ubium Local Government Area recently. The Akwa Ibom supreme monarch, while appreciating the leadership and members of the delegation for the visit, emphasized…

Obio Ibiet Esa, in Oruk Anam LGA, Akwa Ibom State has showcased its agricultural endowment in order to attract investments At the village town hall on Saturday, family heads, youth leaders and other members of the community who  converged, told our correspondent that, having put all the appropriate leadership machineries in place and recreating a new mind-set for community development,, it became imperative for the community to woo the Akwa Ibom State Government and investors to take advantage of the massive arable land in community for different investments. As a step towards launching out and wooing the government and investors…

The NNPC Exploratory and Production Limited ,NEPL, and Natural Oilfield Services Limited ,NOSL, have awarded scholarships to 36 students from Eastern Obolo, as a way of reinforcing their commitment to community development. The ceremony, held at the Eastern Obolo Council Secretariat, saw 32 undergraduate students and 4 masters degree students received grants to aid their educational pursuits. Engr. Fabian Ebri, representing NOSL, emphasized the company’s dedication to making a meaningful impact on students’ lives, stating, “The company considers it unique to reach out to students, assuring them that the company has come to stay and the partnership will continue.” https://crestnews.ng/university-don-calls-for-a-review-of-national-language-policy/…

Elder Udobia Udoma Udobia has emerged the new Conference Secretary of Qua Iboe Church. Elder Udobia who is from Ibiaku Area Conference, was selected after a five man committee saddled with the responsibility of bringing on board a new Conference Secretary, submitted its report. The five man committee headed by Elder Trustee Etop Uko had interviewed five persons who declared interest to succeed the immediate past General Secretary, Elder Godwin Obot who bowed out of office after 10 years service to the Church. Following the submission of the report at Conference Standing Committee meeting held at Qua Iboe Church, Obio…

Founder of Heal The World Foundation, a philanthropic organisation, Dr. Emmanuel Ntatam, has donated a- N10.2million Toyota car to Rev. Nsuhoridem Pius Umouman, in preparation for his ordination into Catholic priesthood, slated to hold at St. Michael’s Parish, Ikot Ayan, Ikono Local Government Area, on Saturday, 21 September, 2024. The donation, which took place on Sunday at the Priestly Ordination Fundraising and Deanery Combined Thanksgiving Mass for the yet-to-be ordained Reverend, was to support the priestly duties of Rev. Umouman, as well as encourage his effectiveness and efficiency, as he begins his official duties in God’s vinyard as a Catholic…