Author: Kufre Etuk

The Executive Chairman of Etinan Local Government Area, Hon. Uko Umoh, has halted planned peaceful protest by the youth of Etinan Federal Constituency. The Chairman who convened security and stakeholders meeting in his office on Thursday September 4, had representatives of the youth from Etinan, Nsit Ubium and Nsit Ibom Local Government Areas in attendance. Speaking with the youth leaders, Hon. Uko Umoh said the objective of the meeting was to open a channel of constructive dialogue concerning the planned peaceful protest by the youth over perceived delay in the fulfillment of certain election commitments made by His Excellency, Governor…

Afe Mkparawa Annang, Isong Annang endorse Akpabio for third term By Benjamin Jimmy Two prominent socio-cultural and political groups in Akwa Ibom – Afe Mkparawa Annang and Isong Annang, have endorsed the Senator representing Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, and the Chairman of the National Assembly, Godswill Akpabio, for a third term bid at the Senate. The two groups have also warned any politician in the district who maybe nurturing ambitions for Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District seat to forget such ambitions. The groups, in a joint press conference before a rally, led by the National Presidents of Afe Mkparawa Annang, Amb.…

The Guild of Community Development Advocates in Akwa Ibom State, also known as the Akwa Ibom Civil Society Organisations Forum has constituted its Interim Executive Committee (EXCO) following a resolution of its Board of Trustees and the unanimous decision of members at a special meeting held on 24th August, 2025. The Interim EXCO is Chaired by Tijah Bolton-Akpan, a development policy expert and Executive Director of Policy Alert. Others are Emem Okon of Hope for Coastal Women Empowerment Initiative as Programmes/Public Affairs Advisor, Mrs. Emem Joseph Ekong of Women United for Economic Empowerment, WUEE as Treasurer/Financial Advisor, Kingsley Atang of…

The debate over the operations of Sterling Petrochemical & Fertilizer Limited (SPFL) in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area has deepened, as the Ikot Abasi League of Professionals (IALP) has moved to counter criticisms recently leveled against the company by the socio-cultural group, Mboho Ikot Abasi. In a statement released and signed by its President, Engr. (Dr.) Emmanuel Udoh, Vice President, Barr. Mfon Essien, and Secretary, Mrs. Ekaette John, the IALP described many of the allegations against SPFL as “products of misunderstanding and incomplete information.” The League insisted that available records and stakeholder testimonies show the company has largely complied with…

Civil Society Organizations in Akwa Ibom have declared support for Mr. Harry Udoh as the state chairman Guild of Community Development Advocates in Akwa Ibom State also known as Akwa Ibom State Civil Society Organizations Forum. The declaration is sequel to a release making the rounds in which 10 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Akwa Ibom disowned Akwa Ibom Civil Society Forum and Mr. Harry Udoh as chairman. In a release dated August 18, 2025 and signed by 40 Civil Society Organizations in Akwa Ibom State, they reiterated that Akwa Ibom State Civil Society Organizations Forum, established in 2008, has…

A cross section of Ikot Abasi stakeholders during the press briefing The people of Ikot Abasi Local Government Area have raised alarm over activities of Sterling Petrochemical and Fertilizer Limited (SPFL). The people who spoke through Mboho Ikot Abasi, the apex socio-cultural organization and mouth piece of the people of Ikot Abasi Local Government Area, in a press conference held in Uyo on August 15, said SPFL has engaged in acts that amount to gross violations of people’s sensibilities, environmental, social, and economic rights, without due recourse to established legal and customary procedures. The President General of the group, Mkpisong…

Image: Samuel Isong, CEO and Founder, Ride With Me Logistics. Samuel Isong, a dynamic and dedicated indigene of Akwa Ibom State, is emerging as a prominent voice for youth empowerment and economic growth within the region. Born in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, but with deep roots in Ikot Ntuen, Oruk Anam Local Government Area, Isong has channelled his passion and expertise into establishing Ride With Me, one of Nigeria’s forward-thinking logistics businesses. The company provides services for brands, projects, and talents across the country, supporting high profile events such as Odumodu Black’s Campus Tour, Jameson City Takeover, Hennessy Artistry, Ckay…

Akwa Ibom state students in public secondary schools who took 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination(WASSCE) have not been able to access their result over alleged indebtedness of the state government to the examination body, West African Examination Council, WAEC. Some graduands who spoke with The Crest, noted that once they opened the portal, their results would not display rather what will show is “indebted.” One graduands who simply gave her name as Iniobong said she was disappointed and wondered why government did not direct parents to pay for the exams instead of frustrating them. https://crestnews.ng/society-of-petroleum-engineers-inaugurates-uyo-section/ “I am seriously…

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…