Author: Kufre Etuk

It was a gathering of industry experts, academics and technocrats at the Four Points by Sharaton, Ikot Ekpene on Friday August 8, for the inauguration of Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Uyo Section 255. The event which attracted SPEI and Council Leadership, featured keynote address, cultural display, cutting of cake among others. Welcoming participants, the Chairman, SPE Uyo Section, Nkese Essien noted that since Akwa Ibom State has stood at the forefront of Nigeria’s petroleum industry, establishing an SPE section in Uyo reflects not only local capabilities but readiness to deepen professional development, drive technical excellence, and engage meaningfully with…

Access to healthcare remains a serious challenge for many remote communities, particularly in riverine areas like Andoni Local Government Area in Rivers State, where limited facilities and difficult terrain often prevent timely medical care. In response, Ibom Developers Free Zone Enterprise (FZE) organized a free medical outreach that has benefited over 1,000 residents. The initiative has been praised by beneficiaries and community stakeholders as a vital support, especially at a time when the area faces significant gaps in healthcare infrastructure. “This is the first time we’ve seen something like this in our community. We lack adequate healthcare facilities. We’re deeply…

A new chapter in the history of TEEVES International Schools was written in colour, culture, and celebration as the school hosted its maiden SS3 send-forth ceremony—a landmark event that captured the heart of education, excellence, and community spirit. The dazzling ceremony, held at the school’s playgrounds, radiated joy and pride as parents, guardians, dignitaries, and stakeholders in education gathered to honour the pioneer graduating students, who have been described as “Class of Eagles.” Draped in a ceremonious outfit and bright smiles, the graduating students marched in to a standing ovation by colleagues and other guests—ushering in a day marked by…

It was a convergence of thought leaders, policymakers, and educational stakeholders on Thursday as the Sam Momah Foundation (SMF) held its 5th Annual Lecture Series in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital. The event which was held at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH), drew participants from across Nigeria and beyond. The University of Uyo Vice Chancellor, Professor Nyaudo Ndaeyo who chaired the occasion, harped on the importance of collaboration between government, civil society, and philanthropic organizations in advancing education and human capital development. In his welcome address, the Executive Secretary of the Sam Momah Foundation, Dr. Tobe Momah,…

With a focus on community health, Sumedha Energy Limited, in partnership with NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL), organized a two-day free medical outreach for the elderly and families in Eastern Obolo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State The outreach, held at the Primary Health Centre in Okoroette, was part of the company’s Community Development Programme and provided medical services to over 300 beneficiaries, most of whom were elderly residents. The event featured free medical checkups, counselling, treatment, and drug prescriptions, along with the distribution of food items and relief materials to participants. https://crestnews.ng/aksg-should-support-artists-for-global-impact-hive-2025-convener/ Traditional rulers and other beneficiaries…

Champion Breweries is a leading regional brewery in Nigeria is set to celebrate and appreciate its loyal consumers in another event tagged “Drink, Win, Celebrate” at Pyramid Lounge , by Tropicana Mall, Udo Udoma avenue Uyo Akwa ibom state. Billed to take place on Sunday, 20th July 2025, from 1pm, Consumers are encouraged to turn up, participate, and spread the excitement been the second time the brewery will fete its loyal consumers this year. According to the management in a press statement made available to journalists. “This highly anticipated event promises a fun-filled experience where consumers can win amazing prizes…

Staff of Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) under the aegis of Council of Academic and Non-Teaching Unions have rejected proposed plans by the Akwa Ibom State Government to defray their arrears of salaries and 8 months minimum wage. The unions insist that all entitlements, including arrears of new minimum wage from November 2024 to date, May 2025 and June 2025 salaries be paid at once. Bulletin 2 dated 07/07/2025 and signed by the Council Leadership, directed to all the staff of the institution and made available to The Crest, indicated that staff of the institution will stop work today July…

The Akwa Ibom State Government has officially inaugurated its State Technical Committee (STC) on Nigeria for Women Project, an initiative aimed at empowering women across the state. Innaugurating the Committee was the State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Hon. Inibehe Silas Etukudo, who also serves as co-chair of the project. The event which was held at the Ministry’s conference hall, Hon. Etukudo emphasized the importance of collaboration among various ministries. She noted that members nominated from different ministries were partners to the Nigeria for Women Project, with their Commissioners already serving in the main committee. The technical committee,…

Mr. Idoreyin Enang is the Immediate Past National President of National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria. A former Managing Director of Samsung Nigeria who has sat on the board of several blue chip companies. Enang in this interview with Journalists bare his mind on the challenges and triumphs in managing the activities of NIMN in the last four years at the side line of the just concluded AGM in Uyo. Excerpts: Let’s us into your humble beginning and your journey of life till date. My journey into the work life started after my A levels, when I got job at…

Akwa Ibom State Government has advocated an intentional effort by all and sundry to embrace, encourage and galvanize public support for development projects being executed across the state, under the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project, RAAMP. The Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Mrs. Offiong Offor made the renewed advocacy during a stakeholders engagement and sensitization exercise, prelude to the construction of Mbiafun Ikot Abasi – Fiong Aran road at the Council Chairman’s office, Ini Local Government Secretariat, Odoro Ikpe. Her words: “These interventions are notably roads, cross – drainage structures and markets. Government solicits maximum support and cooperation from all…