By Josephine Ekpa Akwa Ibom State is one of the states in Nigeria that is highly endowed and rich in natural resources. These natural gifts have, in recent times, received little or no attention from the government, while the majority ...
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New VC, Old Expectations: Can University Of Uyo Finally Address Its Longstanding Challenges? PART ONE
The appointment of Prof. Chris Ekong by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the new Vice Chancellor of the University of Uyo has understandably generated optimism among students, academic staff, non-academic workers, and stakeholders of the institution. Beyond his credentials as ...
Read More »QUEEN EMEMOBONG ANTHONY’S TOUR OF NIGERIA: Discovering The Culture, Heritage And Untapped Tourism Treasures Of Port Harcourt
By Deborah Young In an inspiring journey that goes far beyond ordinary sightseeing, Queen Ememobong Anthony has continued to explore Nigeria’s rich cultural identity, historical heritage, and untapped tourism potential through her remarkable Tour of Nigeria initiative. Within just two ...
Read More »SUBEB: Gov Eno Releases ₦5.9BN For Basic Education Reforms
Following Governor Umo Eno’s approval, a series of strategic reforms aimed at strengthening basic education, including the introduction of a new curriculum, recruitment of additional teachers, and a multi-billion naira infrastructure intervention, is underway in Akwa Ibom State. The Chairman ...
Read More »Petrol Prices To Rise As Dangote Refinery Raises Gantry Rate By N75
Motorists across the country will soon witness another round of petrol price hike as the Dangote Refinery has adjusted its ex-depot price by N75 per litre. The refinery raised its ex-depot price from N1,200 to N1,275 per litre, with coastal ...
Read More »Celebrating Professor Imoh Ukpong @ 70 And Retirement
… a life of service, scholarship and impact By Saviour Ekpe On May 10, 2026, family members, friends, colleagues, former students and well-wishers will gather in Uyo to celebrate an extraordinary milestone in the life of Professor Imoh Etukudo Ukpong ...
Read More »FG Opens TVET Registration Portal to Boost Skills Acquisition Nationwide
The Federal Government has announced the opening of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) registration portal as part of ongoing efforts to equip Nigerians with practical skills, reduce unemployment and strengthen economic productivity across the country. The initiative, ...
Read More »2027 GUBER: OJA Set To Take Over Hilltop Manson
…Says Service, a Sacred Responsibility By Our Reporter In a statement filled with gratitude, humility and political resolve, OBONG Jeremiah Akpan (OJA) has declared his intention to contest for the office of Governor of Akwa Ibom State in the 2027 ...
Read More »U.S. Expands Agro Trade Financing For Nigeria
The United States has scaled up support for agricultural trade with Nigeria through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Export Credit Guarantee Programme, GSM-102, a move aimed at deepening commercial ties and strengthening food supply chains between both countries. The GSM-102 ...
Read More »Gas Association Identifies Poor Dispute Resolution System As Challenge To Capital Inflow
The Nigerian Gas Association (NGA) has identified key issues that have challenged the growth of the sector of gas industry as it promotes sustainable development in the sector to stir industrialization in Nigeria as capital inflows wanes. Part of the ...
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