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Gov Eno Flags Off Akwa Ibom Sports Festival, Rewards Commonwealth Games Medalists Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has flagged off the 2026 edition of the Akwa Ibom State Sports Festival, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to investing in sports as a platform for discovering, nurturing and promoting young talents. Governor Eno stated this on Tuesday in Uyo during the opening ceremony of the festival, where he was represented by the Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi. The Governor described the State Sports Festival as an important platform for identifying emerging sporting talents, noting that athletes discovered during the 2025 edition…

Akpabio Hails Eno’s Infrastructure Drive, Calls for Peace, Unity in A’Ibom …Commissions 12 internal roads in Ikot Ekpene GRA President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has commended Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, for his administration’s efforts in infrastructure development and promotion of unity across the state. Akpabio gave the commendation on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, while commissioning the Ikot Ekpene GRA internal road network, outfall drain and additional erosion reclamation works, comprising 12 roads within the estate. The Senate President, who recalled his longstanding connection with the area, said residents had appealed to him during his 2006…

Akwa Ibom @ 39: Journalists Forum Applauds Eno’s Development Agenda The Akwa Ibom Journalists Forum, Abuja, has congratulated Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, and the people of the state on the 39th anniversary of the creation of Akwa Ibom State. In a congratulatory message dated September 23, 2026, and signed by the Chairman of the Forum, Dominic Edem, and Secretary, Nathan Williams, the journalists commended the Eno administration for its development initiatives under the ARISE Agenda. The Forum specifically highlighted the administration’s efforts in road infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture, education and economic empowerment, describing them as areas with direct…

By Chiemeka Ugwowo Nigeria demands permanent UN Security Council seat Tinubu’s govt seeks debt relief, fair mineral deals, digital inclusion Nigeria has renewed its demand for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council, insisting that the global body must reflect the realities of the contemporary world. The Vice President, who represented President Bola Tinubu at the United Nations General Assembly, made the demand while presenting Nigeria’s position on global peace, development, human rights and multilateral reform. He argued that Nigeria’s population, strategic importance, regional security role and contribution to international peacekeeping strengthened its case for permanent representation on…

Julius Berger Group makes strong showing at Big 5 Construct Nigeria Expo By Donblaze Media The Julius Berger Group has made a strong showing at the Big 5 Construct Nigeria Expo in Lagos, showcasing its broad range of construction, engineering, manufacturing and facility management capabilities alongside major industry players from Nigeria and other parts of the world. The expo, which commenced in Lagos on Tuesday, has attracted manufacturers, developers, contractors, consultants, suppliers and technology providers from Kuwait, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and other regions. A major attraction at the event is the Julius Berger Group pavilion, where the…

Eno Warns Against Fake News as He Commissions Roads in Udom Emmanuel’s Community …Commissions 14.8km internal roads, 1.9km discharge drains in ONNA Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has urged citizens to disregard unfounded claims, fake news and unsubstantiated statements being circulated to misinform the public and create confusion ahead of the 2027 general elections. Governor Eno gave the warning on Monday, September 21, 2026, while commissioning 14.8 kilometres of internal roads and spurs, alongside a 1.9-kilometre discharge drain, in Awa, ONNA Local Government Area of the state. The Governor described the project as particularly significant to him because…

Gov Eno Tasks Seplat Energy on Host Communities, State Development Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has assured investors of his administration’s continued support and partnership, stressing that the state remains committed to protecting investments and creating a conducive environment for businesses to thrive. Governor Eno gave the assurance when he received the management of Seplat Energy, led by its Chairman, Senator Udoma Udo Udoma, during a courtesy visit to the Government House in Uyo. The Governor congratulated the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Effiong Okon, on his appointment and assumption of office, noting that his new position…

A’Ibom Anniversary: Eno Calls for Peace, Unity, Warns Against Ethnic Division Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has called for continued peace and unity across the state, warning socio-cultural, socio-political and other groups against using their platforms to promote ethnic tension, rivalry and division. The governor gave the warning on Sunday, September 20, 2026, during a special interdenominational service held at the International Christian Worship Center, Uyo, as part of activities marking the 39th anniversary of the creation of Akwa Ibom State. Eno said his administration would not allow any group to undermine the peace and unity of the…

By Chiemeka Ugwowo Asadu’s Supporters Challenge Mbah’s Media Team to Address Enugu North Concerns Supporters of the NDC Senatorial Candidate for Enugu North, Rt. Hon. Dr. Patrick Asadu, have challenged the media team of Governor Peter Mbah to address the concerns raised by the former lawmaker instead of focusing on his political record. The supporters made the position in a rejoinder to a statement by Jude C. Okoro, who they said attempted to defend the governor against Asadu’s criticisms. Asadu had raised concerns about taxation, infrastructure development and what he described as unequal distribution of government projects across Enugu North…

37 Miners Die in NSCDC Custody, Survivor Alleges Exposure to Unknown Substance By Donblaze Media At least 37 suspected illegal miners have died in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Niger State, following their arrest over alleged illegal mining activities. The deaths have sparked protests, public concern and demands for an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The deceased were reportedly among 67 persons arrested by NSCDC operatives on September 15. A survivor alleged that the detainees developed breathing difficulties after an unidentified substance was allegedly sprayed inside their cell. According…