The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ibom Power Company in Akwa Ibom State, Meyen Etukudo, has explained the reasons behind the prolonged power outage in the state. According to him, the blackout, which has persisted for more than ten days, is due to a lack of gas supply …

By Paulinus Nta, A’IBOM | As part of the Agricultural Revolution component of the ARISE Agenda, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has announced plans to inaugurate a food security committee to drive its implementation. Governor Eno made this disclosure while speaking at the establishment of a Professorial Chair …

By Paulinus Nta, A’IBOM A man was electrocuted while allegedly attempting to vandalize facilities belonging to the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHEDC) along Ring 3 in Uyo Friday night. Eyewitnesses report that the he was found hanging upside down from a high-tension pole. The identity of the man remains …

By Paulinus Nta A’IBOMAkwa Ibom pensioners have made a strong appeal to Governor Umo Eno, urging him to relieve the burden from local governments and consider establishing a commission or board to oversee the administration of salaries, pensions, gratuities, and other entitlements for retired teachers and local government workers. This …