Akwa Ibom
Umo Eno Set To Commences Work At Senior Citizens Centre

Umo Eno Set To Commences Work At Senior Citizens Centre
Umo Eno set to commences work at senior citizens Centre says ARISE Agenda focuses on present and future generations.
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has said the State Government is set to recommence the construction of the Uyo Convention Center located in the state capital
He also said the state-owned senior citizens’ center will be flagged off tomorrow, Saturday, January 25, 2025.
Speaking at the Rotary International District 9142 Mid – Year Assembly, the Governor said the economic development blueprint of his administration, the ARISE Agenda is focused on ensuring the wellbeing and interests of the present and future generations as well as building peace.
In his presentation titled “Peace and Ethical Responsibility,” Governor Eno who was the keynote speaker at the event, said peace is a major catalyst of development adding that he has diligently kept to his electioneering campaign promise to reduce the flaming passion for partisan politics by politicians and replace it with the soothing balm of inclusivity which has made politics only an agent for development.
He said governance under his leadership is run across party lines, adding that Akwa Ibom is seen as an oasis of peace, where leaders across party lines are accorded due respect, and their thoughts on most issues taken seriously, so long as they seek to promote the Akwa Ibom interest.
“Though we are a PDP State, we don’t operate governance based on the ‘winner -takes – it all’ approach. In every major interventions we have made, political label is the not a factor we consider, it has always been a pan-Akwa Ibom mindset-from the distribution of palliatives, to the construction of ARISE Humanitarian Homes, to grants given to Small and Medium Scale Entrepreneurs (SMEs), to projects executed in local government areas.
“Today, at most State functions, you will see politicians and stakeholders across party lines, embracing each other and celebrating our kindredship and oneness devoid of the zero-sum game machinations.”
He listed some of his development efforts to include; agricultural revolution and food sufficiency, opening up of 57 ARISE Road projects while completing inherited ones, creating a stand-alone Ministry of Internal Security and Waterways and the community-based security outfit – the Ibom Community Watch, to deepen peace and security, establishing primary healthcare facilities across the three senatorial districts, and model primary schools whose standards can be compared to any such facility the world.
He also mentioned the ARISE Park and sustained obligations to Ibom Air including the outright purchase of two CRJ 900 Bombardier aircraft and reception of two Airbus A-200-300 Series, thus bringing the total fleet of the airline to nine, as some of his major achievements.
Also on the unending list of achievements he mentioned were the ARISE Compassionate Homes, the ARISE Elders Initiative, Health Insurance Scheme, training of thousands of youths in marketable and entrepreneurial skills and paying down N47 billion in gratuities from the accumulated backlog since 2012.
The Governor who has been awarded Governor of the Year 2024 by Leadership Newspaper, and also nominated as Governor of the year by other reputable platforms including This Day Newspaper/ Arise News, said, “we have run a government predicated on transparency, integrity and these all align with Rotary’s Four Way Test.
“We came to serve our people, with passion, fairness, and with the pledge to leave the State better than we met it. This we are dedicated to achieving under peaceful, inclusive and ethical atmosphere,” he added.

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Governor Eno, himself a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary International, appreciated the District Governor and members of Rotary International District 9142 for inviting him as keynote speaker, and urged members to stay true to the ideals and foundational principles of the body by promoting love and understanding rather than dabbling into areas that portend division and alienation.
In his remarks, the District Governor, Professor Nkemdili Nnonyeleu appreciated the Governor for honouring their invitation, and for his impactful leadership in the State, saying that Governor Eno is a true ambassador of Rotary International.
Akwa Ibom
Umo Eno Is Committed To Blue Economy, Maritime Development: Oil , Gas

Umo Eno Is Committed To Blue Economy, Maritime Development: Oil , Gas
Umo Eno is committed to blue economy, maritime development: Oil , Gas . Akwa Ibom Oil and Gas Professionals have been assured of the commitment of the state government to harnessing the potentials of the blue economy and the extensive maritime development.
The Commissioner for Special Duties and Ibom Deep Sea Port, Comrade Ini Ememobong, reiterated the commitment of the state government to harnessing the potentials when he hosted members of the Akwa Ibom Oil and Gas Professionals to a courtesy call in his office on Thursday, March 13.
He said the recent commissioning of the Surge Protections project and development of Surge lines in Oron, was a demonstration of Governor Umo Eno’s dedication to maritime development, emphasising that the action would bring greater focus on maritime transport and recreation in the area.
Highlighting the significance of the Ibom Deep Seaport, which he described as a foundation for future development, Comrade Ememobong acknowledged the importance of a collaboration between the Ministry and the maritime oil and gas professionals and assured them of his readiness to work together with them, in order to drive growth and development in the maritime sector so as to achieve the long-term objectives of the state in the maritime sector.
The Commissioner stated that the industrial city envisioned by the Governor aims to build indigenous capacity and ensure local participation in its development, saying, “This is where the local content law comes into play, requiring that a certain percentage of the project’s workforce, services, and materials be sourced locally.”
“To activate this law, however, there needs to be available capacity among local individuals and businesses.
This is why His Excellency has prioritised capacity procurement, which ensures that the necessary skills and resources are in place before project execution begins. By doing so, the government can guarantee that local communities are well-prepared to take advantage of the opportunities arising from the industrial city’s development,” he emphasised.
Comrade Ememobong seized the occasion to commend the technical committee, led by Mrs. Mfon Usoro, in driving the Ibom Deep Seaport project forward, saying the committee is ready to collaborate with key stakeholders to turn the vision of the Ibom Deep Seaport into a reality.
Earlier, while addressing the Commissioner, the leader of the delegation and Secretary General Port State Control for the West and Central African Region, Captain Sunday Umoren, expressed his team’s enthusiasm in supporting the development of Akwa Ibom State’s maritime sector.
As indigenes of the state, with expertise in various sectors of the maritime cluster, they seek to give back by investing in human capacity building, in view of the upcoming Ibom Deep Seaport.

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“We are here to render our services to you; we will respect your support in planning because the deep seaport is coming: the port is just a notch, but there are other aspects to port development, which if we don’t position ourselves very well, we may end up having a deep seaport in Akwa Ibom but not making the best out of it.” He said.
Other members of the team were the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Project and Director of Project, Ibom Deep Seaport, Engr. Akaninyene Ekong; Former District Surveyor NIMASA, Marine Surveyor Engr. Eyo James; and Project Lead, Shell UK, Adjunct Professor John Moores University, UK, Prof Maurice Asuquo.
Also on the team were the Chief Engineer, Jad Construction limited, Warri, Engr. Iniobong Ebong; Marine Pilot, Nigerian Ports Authority, Bonny/Port Harcourt Pilotage District, Rivers Port Complex, Nkopuyo Abraham.
Akwa Ibom
Uniuyo Theatre Arts Presents ‘Dance Of The Ghosts’, Haunting Commentary On Nigeria’s Social Ills

Uniuyo Theatre Arts Presents ‘Dance Of The Ghosts’, Haunting Commentary On Nigeria’s Social Ills
Uniuyo Theatre Arts presents ‘dance of the ghosts’, haunting commentary on Nigeria’s social ills. The University of Uyo’s (UNIUYO) Theatre Arts Department, recently, presented a thrilling performance of Ben Binebai’s “Dance of the Ghosts,” directed by Sunday Umanah-Tusi.
This impressive performance was a practical component of the Year One course, THA 113 – Practical Orientation Production.
In the thought-provoking play “Dance of the Ghosts,” Ben Binebai crafts a powerful political allegory that reflects the Nigerian state’s struggles with leadership, mistrust, and the pursuit of power. Set in the fictional Ebiogbo Kingdom, the play exposes the harsh realities of a society where many live in fear, poverty, and frustration.
Through the lens of Ebiogbo Kingdom, Binebai shines a light on the disconnect between the people and their leaders, as well as the mistrust and backstabbing that often characterize the pursuit of power.
The play advocates for collective action and protest against irresponsible and autocratic leadership, promoting a message of social change and conflict resolution.
Overall, “Dance of the Ghosts” was a captivating production that left the audience spellbound. With its talented cast, creative team, and eerie atmosphere, this play is a must-see for anyone interested in the supernatural and the unknown.
The production was a masterclass in collaborative storytelling, with a talented team of creatives bringing the world of ghosts to life.
The set design, crafted by Umanah-Tusi, Edikan Samuel, Emmanuel Alexander, and others, transported the audience to a realm beyond the living. Dora Nnanake and Emmah Edet’s costumes added a touch of eeriness to the proceedings, while Katty Otioro and Sylvia’s makeup designs made the ghosts look eerily real.

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The lighting, designed by Uwem Nesfield, cast an otherworldly glow over the stage, immersing the audience in the world of the ghosts.
The choreography, crafted by Jackyafricana Abasiodiongo Ekomabasi, Precious Ammang, and Queendalyne Effiong, added a dynamic energy to the performance.
The stage management team, led by Blossom, Jeffrey, and Sarah, ensured a seamless transition between scenes, keeping the pace of the play steady.
The playwright, Ben Binebai is a renowned Professor of Drama, Dramatic Theory, and Criticism at the Niger Delta University (NDU) in Amasoma. A prolific writer, Binebai has penned numerous works that showcase his expertise in drama and theatre arts. His play “Dance of the Ghosts” is a testament to his ability to craft thought-provoking stories that reflect the complexities of Nigerian society.
Akwa Ibom
Umo Eno Commissions Model school In Oron, Charges Shool Heads On Maintwnance Culture

Umo Eno Commissions Model school In Oron, Charges Shool Heads On Maintwnance Culture
Umo Eno commissions model school in Oron, charges shool heads on maintwnance culture and directs head teachers to live in school
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has charged heads of schools and other institutions to ensure preservation of government infrastructures within their custody and to ensure that the intended benefits of government investments in the sector are delivered to the targeted beneficiaries.
He also tasked headmasters and headmistresses of model primary schools built across the State to utilize the live-in facilities to enhance their care for the pupils, and protection of the facilities in line with the aspirations of his administration’s ARISE Agenda.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony of the Model Primary School, Uko-Oyukim in Oron Local Government Area, Governor Eno said a special education monitoring team was about to be activated to monitor the model schools, warning that any headteacher found not living on campus or whose school facilities are not well managed would be replaced.
He, therefore, tasked the Akwa Ibom State Infrastructure & Assets Management and Maintenance Agency to step up their vigilance over the educational facilities, adding that he was willing to bring to bear his private business experience as a hotelier, where he would work round the clock to ensure every guest enjoys utmost comfort, to make Akwa Ibom children receive the best from government investment in the education sector.
“Very soon, we are setting up education monitoring teams, and the team will help us ensure that all of these facilities are intact. They will monitor all these schools we are opening, from the washroom to the classrooms, all the facilities, the curriculum and of the work they are doing.
“The Headmasters or Headmistresses will also ensure that non of these facilities are destroyed. We must continue to maintain the standard. I am setting up a Governor’s Monitoring team, but they will work with the Honourable Commissioners to ensure that they give us the right information.
“If we come to your school, particularly our schools that are remodelled, and we find out that the standards are dropping, we will change the head Master or Mistress immediately.
If we come to the school and discover that you are not living on the school compound, we will send you back somewhere else.
“We can not use your money to put this edifice in place, only for it to go down in few months,” the Governor stated.
Speaking on behalf of Oron stakeholders, the Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, described the emergence of Governor Umo Eno as God’s blessing to Akwa Ibom State and particularly thanked the Governor for accepting to be used to extend God’s love to Oron people.
According to Senator Eyakenyi, Governor Umo Eno’s value for education which fueled his drive to pursue and obtain a PhD has been demonstrated in his identification of primary education as being fundamentally imperative and therefore investing in giving Akwa Ibom children a good start up.

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The Commissioner for Education, Professor Ubong Umoh, presenting an overview of the project, commended Governor Umo Eno’s model primary school initiative, maintaining that such underscores his administration’s dedication to transforming the educational landscape thereby fostering academic excellence and social development.
He said the Uko-Oyukim Model Primary School, designed to accommodate 495 pupils in 19 fully furnished classrooms on a 25:1 pupils to teacher ratio, was fully equipped with library, early childcare development facilities, solar-powered ICT laboratory, modern sick bay, spacious auditorium, dedicated staff quarters, seperate gender-specific sanitary facilities, with comprehensive human kinetic facilities that enhances education and sports development.
Pupils of the school, little Miss Happiness Antai and Master Godwin Asuquo, conveyed the feelings of the school community through a special address and a ballad which expressed the gratitude of the pupils, teachers and their parents to the Governor for the kind gesture he has extended to them through the state-of-the-art facilities.
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