Author: Benjamin Jimmy

The Akwa Ibom State Government has declared two medical doctors in its employ wanted for failing to return to their duties after being sponsored for training by the state government. The medical doctors are; Dr. Uduakabasi Ita, Consultant Radiologist, and Dr. Mfonobong George Bassey, Consultant Hematologist, both staff of the Ministry of Health. Declaring them wanted at a press conference on Monday September 15 in Uyo, the Commissioner, Ministry of Health, Dr. Ekem Emmanuel John, said it was sad that the state government could expend its resources for eight years to train doctors, but failed to have those doctors returned…

The Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Health, Dr Ekem John is to disburse the sum of N12 million as scholarship grant to 133 indigenes of Oruk Anam Local Government Area studying in different tertiary institutions in Nigeria, with CGPA of 3.5/5.0, or, 2.75/4.0 and other requirements. The scholarship grant, under Pastor Umo Eno Academic Excellence Educational Support Grant (AEESG), is to be spread across different categories of undergraduates and post graduates from the local government area studying in any recognised tertiary institution. https://crestnews.ng/two-years-later-geo-siesmic-abandons-communities-after-earth-blast-fails-to-fulfill-compensation-promise/ Announcing the launch of the initiative at a press conference on Monday in Uyo, the Chancellor of…

As defections, movements and political alignments continue to punctuate Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of 2027 elections, some political parties in Akwa Ibom State have taken their turn, by emptying themselves into the newly registered coalition political party, African Democratic Congress ( ADC). In an official unveiling and inaugural stakeholders meeting of the coalition in Uyo at the weekend, the political parties, Young Progressives Party( YPP), Labour Party (LP), Action Alliance, New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), and others said they were no longer on their own as individual parties, but part of the big family of ADC Coalition in the state.…

Women in Obianga and Ikonta communities of Eastern Obolo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, are embracing new opportunities to support their families and grow household income. Their enthusiasm for learning has created strong demand for practical skills. Building on this spirit, Ibom Developers Free Zone Enterprise (FZE) launched a 12-day skills training programme and a ₦2 million startup grant—an effort warmly welcomed by stakeholders and community women alike. The initiative, which focused on catering, confectionery, and wig-making, is part of the company’s Community Development Programme (CDP) aimed at improving livelihoods and giving back to host communities. A community leader…

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…