Umo Eno Inaugurates Governing Council For AKSU

Umo Eno inaugurates governing council for AKSU … congratulates HRM Ntenyin Solomon Etuk, JP, CFR, Oku Ibom Ibibio on appointment as Chancellor

… urges zero tolerance for cultism

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has inaugurated a-seven man Governing Council for the State -owned University with Senator Udoma Udo Udoma as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Council.

The Governor used the opportunity to congratulate His Eminence, Ntenyin (Dr.) Solomon Etuk, JP, CFR-the Oku Ibom Ibibio on his appointment as the Chancellor of the University, as well as Prof. OtoAbasi Akpan as the substantive Vice Chancellor.

Inaugurating the board at Government House Uyo, Governor Eno, commended the Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Otobasi Akpan, for purposeful leadership which have earned the institution full accreditation for commencement of a Faculty of Law and other courses.

Represented by Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, the Governor was full of praise for the accreditation of the law faculty of the institution, explaining that the feat was attained due to Prof Akpan’s passionate leadership and collaboration with relevant regulatory and accreditation agencies in the country.

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He described the University as one of the most -sought-after institutions by prospective students in the State and indeed the nation and promised to deepen efforts in prioritizing education as a means of social advancement and growth as captured in the Arise Agenda.

He highlighted his administration’s contributions and support to the Institution, which among others include the awards of contract for the construction of internal roads at the main campus, and payment of subvention and bursaries to students in tertiary institutions and others.

The Governor urged the Governing Council to maintain zero tolerance for cultism and other anti -social activities in the University, stressing that degrees are awarded based on learning and character and urged the stu

Governor Umo Eno Commissions Air Force Special Intervention Projects In Akwa Ibom Community

Governor Umo Eno commissions Air Force special intervention projects in Akwa Ibom community. The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency, Pastor (Dr) Umo Bassey Eno, has commissioned the Chief of the Air Staff Special Intervention Project at the permanent site of Edem Aya Unity College in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area.

Speaking at the ceremony on February 20, 2026, the Governor, who served as Special Guest of Honour, expressed appreciation to His Excellency, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR), for building a resilient and patriotic Nigerian Air Force committed to national security and human capital development.

Represented by the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Professor Ubong Essien Umoh, Governor Umo Eno commended the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshall SK Aneke, represented by the Chief of Civil-Military Relation, Air Vice Marshal EK Gabkwet, for facilitating the establishment of Edem Aya Unity College and proceeding with the construction and furnishing of classroom blocks, the principal’s office and staff rooms. Dr. Eno described the intervention as aligning with the aspiration of educational advancement under the ARISE Agenda and the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu which emphasizes that education for all is the responsibility of all.

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According to Governor Eno, “We proudly appreciate the genuine commitment of the Nigerian Air Force to national security through the spectrum of human capital development which justifies the position that security means development.” He noted that the project represents “a shining example of institutional intervention by the Armed Forces through the Department of Civil-Military Relations towards the reduction of poverty and inequality by establishing, rehabilitating and furnishing schools across the state.”

Pastor Eno applauded the facilitator, Air Vice Marshal IH Etukudo (Rtd) for his distinguished patriotic service to the nation and his devotion to the development of his local community. He also commended other illustrious sons of the state such as Maj. Gen. Aniedi Edet, Maj. Gen. EE Ekpeyong, Rear Admiral JD Akpan, among others; who attracted the Special Intervention Projects of the Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Naval Staff to distant communities in Akwa Ibom State.

NAF Strengthens Civil-Military Relations As CAS Bags Traditional Title In Akwa Ibom

NAF strengthens civil-military relations as CAS bags traditional title in Akwa Ibom. The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has further strengthened its Civil–Military Relations (CMR) footprint with the commissioning of a newly constructed block of classrooms and staff offices at the permanent site of Edemaya Unity College in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State.

In recognition of the Service’s sustained developmental interventions, the community of Edemaya conferred the traditional title “UFAN EDEMAYA”—meaning Friend of the People of Edemaya—on the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke. The honour was bestowed during the commissioning ceremony held on Friday, 20 February 2026, underscoring the growing bond between the NAF and host communities across the nation.

The project, executed under the Chief of the Air Staff Special Intervention Project initiative, comprises a fully furnished block of three classrooms, a principal’s office, and staff rooms. It was undertaken in honour of an illustrious son of Akwa Ibom State, retired Air Vice Marshal Iboro Harry Etukudo. Representing the CAS at the event, the Chief of Civil–Military Relations, Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, described the intervention as a critical component of the NAF’s non-kinetic line of operations, emphasizing that such initiatives are instrumental in winning hearts and minds while fostering enduring trust between the military and the civil populace.

Air Vice Marshal Gabkwet explained that the Special Intervention Project was conceptualized to honour distinguished retired senior officers by contributing meaningfully to the development of their home communities. He noted that ten similar projects have so far been commissioned nationwide, all receiving commendation from beneficiaries. The initiative, he said, not only sustains the connection between retired officers and their roots but also reinforces the NAF’s constitutional mandate of safeguarding the nation while supporting socio-economic development.

In his remarks conveyed through his representative, the Chief of the Air Staff commended Air Vice Marshal Etukudo (Rtd) for his thoughtful choice of project and expressed confidence that the new facilities would significantly enhance the quality of education in the area. He urged students, staff, and community members to maintain and utilize the facilities responsibly. The CAS also called on residents to continue living peacefully and to support security agencies with credible information necessary for ongoing efforts to rid the country of criminal elements. On the sidelines of the event, youths of Edemaya and Akwa Ibom State were encouraged to take advantage of career opportunities within the Nigerian Armed Forces in service to the nation.

Earlier, the facilitator of the project, Air Vice Marshal Iboro Harry Etukudo (Rtd), expressed profound gratitude to the Nigerian Air Force for honouring him and his community. Reflecting on his 40-year military career which began in 1985, he described the project as a testament to the Service’s appreciation of his contributions to national and continental security. He explained that the new block marks the commencement of development at the permanent site of Edemaya Unity College, established by the community to accommodate students unable to secure admission into government secondary schools due to limited facilities. He further appealed to the Akwa Ibom State Government to consider taking over and expanding the college to meet the growing educational needs of the area.

CAS Bags Traditional Title In Akwa Ibom

Representing the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency Pastor Umo Eno, the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Professor Ubong Essien Umoh, lauded the Nigerian Air Force for its genuine commitment to grassroots development. He noted that the project aligns seamlessly with the administration’s agenda of improving learning and living standards through modern infrastructure.

Community leaders and residents echoed these sentiments, expressing immense gratitude and presenting the CAS with a staff of honour as a symbolic affirmation of friendship and partnership. The event not only highlighted the NAF’s operational excellence but also reaffirmed its enduring commitment to nation-building through impactful community engagement.

Ehimen Ejodame
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information,
Headquarters, Nigerian Air Force.