Author: Kufre Etuk

The supremacy battle going on between the Federal Ministry of Education and the Governing Council of the Federal Polytechnic, Ukana has assumed a worrying dimension as the embattled Registrar,Mr. Jeremiah Akpabio has petitioned the House of Representative following the Ministry’s rejection of his illegal appointment by the Governing Council. Trouble started when the Governing Council began the process of selecting new principal officers for the institution following an earlier advertisement. The Selection team of the Governing Council had gone through the submissions of applicants in line with the advertisement . In their report sighted by journalists, the Council noted that…

The Executive Chairman, Akwa Ibom State Revenue Service (AKIRS), Sir. Okon Okon has predicted a boom in the revenue sector as he declared that the Internally Generated Revenue, IGR, for 2024 is likely to surpass set target. The chairman attributed “impressive growth” in revenue generation to what he described as significant governance reforms by the State Government, improvement in corporate governance, and operational processes by the Board and the business-enabling environment created by the administration of Governor Umo Eno. The Executive Chairman made this known at the NUJ centre yesterday while briefing newsmen on the ongoing reforms by the board.…

Youth Alive Foundation Africa (YAF), a non-profit organization committed to youth empowerment and gender equality, has called on government and non-state actors to change social norms that limit women’s participation, inclusion in politics and governance. YAF, through Women in Politics Akwa Ibom (WIPA) project, also advocated for legislative amendments to strengthen the enforcement of gender laws in the country. The foundation noted that if such is done, it will enhance women’s representation and reinforce gender equity within political leadership. https://crestnews.ng/nulge-honours-governor-eno-re-elects-anestina-iweh-as-state-president/ This was disclosed during the press briefing on Friday November 15 at the Corporate Office of the foundation in Uyo.…

The member representing the people of Ikot Ekpene/Essien Udim/Obot Akara Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Dr. Patrick Umoh has empowered constituents with cash, laptops to enable them undergo training on digital economy. Addressing the first batch of beneficiaries at his constituency office in Ikot Ekpene on Saturday November 16, the lawmaker charged them to make good use of the opportunity to learn skills that will change their lives. https://crestnews.ng/vcdf-nosl-launch-first-annual-science-project-exhibition-competition-in-aibom/ Dr. Umoh noted that in view of the current state of Nigeria’s economy, there was need to change empowerment pattern in order to make people adapt to trends that will…

Science and technology are vital for addressing global challenges, yet many Nigerian students lack opportunities to explore this field. Limited resources and various obstacles often hinder their ability to fully develop and demonstrate their scientific potential for innovation and societal contribution. With a vision to bridge this gap, Vcare for Development Foundation (VCDF), with the support of Natural Oilfield Services Limited (NOSL) and Ibom Developers FZE, collaborated with the Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Education to launch their first annual Science Project Exhibition and Competition. Aligned with the World Science Day theme, “Science for and with Society,” this initiative encourages…

Not less than three persons have been feared dead following accident that happened around Etim Ekpo round about as the Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Akwa Ibom Command, Mr Edward Odiete, has cautioned drivers in the state against reckless driving in the state. Odiete gave the warning due to a crash at Etim Ekpo roundabout on Nov. 11 when a truck rammed into a structure where three were feared dead. This is contained in a statement signed by Odiete and made available to the newsmen in Uyo on Wednesday. He said that investigation revealed that the driver was…

In what many have described as unprecedented move, the Senior Special Assistant to Governor on Christian Youth Matters, Apostle Barr. Samuel Inyang is set to organize interactive and sensitisation summit for Christian Youth Leaders in different denominations across the state. The programme slated for Tuesday November 19, at the Insight Bible Church, Nsikak Eduok Avenue, Uyo will have Church youth leaders, coordinators in all the 31 local government areas in attendance. The summit which has as its theme; “Christian Youth Leaders for Transformational Leadership”, will feature paper presentation by Senior Special Assistant to Governor on Branding, Mr. Raphael Edem, message…

Member representing Eket/ONNA/Esit-Eket/Ibeno Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Okpolupm Etteh, has said the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja will be remembered for his dedicated service and commitment to Nigeria.  The lawmaker extended his heartfelt condolences to the Nigerian Army and family of the late Chief of Army Staff who passed away at the age of 56. https://crestnews.ng/world-tourism-day-aksg-to-host-first-boat-regatta-fishing-festival/ Hon. Etteh, the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on University Education, noted that the late General’s leadership and patriotism set a high standard within the Nigerian Army and contributed significantly to advancing the military’s…

Last month, scholars within Africa gathered at the boisterous city of Abia state to discuss the place of peace in nation building. The event which coincided with International Peace Day, was organized by Peace International Interdisciplinary Research Institute (PIIRI),Abuja. With the theme, ‘action for peace towards sustainable development in Africa’, was targeted at researchers and scholars charting a new roadmap for sustainable peace in Africa. The conference became necessary following series of crises plaguing different countries in Africa. According to European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations, millions of people in Burkina Faso’, Burundi, Nigeria,Cameroon,Chad, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia,…

A non governmental organization based in Rivers State, Healthy Life Initiative, HELDi, has concluded a two-day capacity building programme on measures to tackle Sexual and Gender Based Violence, SGBV, for volunteers, staff and board members. The capacity building, sponsored by Rise Up, took place at the HELDi’s corporate headquarters in Port Harcourt. Speaking on the essence of the training, the Coordinator, Healthy Life Development Initiative, Dr. Mfon Utin said the training was targeted at equipping volunteers, staff and board members with the required knowledge to handle issues of sexual and gender based violence. She commended the sponsor, Rise Up for…