Joseph Atainyang

How I nearly contested for President after June 12 struggle — Soyinka

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesNobel laureate, Prof Wole Soyinka, has disclosed how he almost joined the presidential race following the June 12 pro-democracy struggle. He, however, said he dismissed the idea after 36 hours of serious contemplation, describing it as “crazy.” Soyinka made the revelation on Saturday during an interaction with journalists at Freedom Park, Lagos, at an…

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Saraki’s acknowledgement of Akpabio’s institutional integrity

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesBy Ken Harries It is often said, “There is no morality in politics”. In other words, in politics, anything goes. Unfortunately, many people who have found themselves in positions of authority have adopted this line of thought, thereby desecrating the sacredness of leadership, because it is ordained by God. But to the President of…

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Eket Senatorial District Media Professionals set for 3-day symposium

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesThe Association of Eket Senatorial District Media Professionals is organizing a 3-day media symposium scheduled to take place from June 26 to 28, 2025, at Nissi Hall, Eden Hotels Ltd. The symposium’s theme is “Communication Dynamics and Corporate Governance in Akwa Ibom State,” with a sub-theme focusing on appraising the impact of corporate social…

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June 12: You’re custodians of liberty, defenders of hope – Akpabio tells Nigerians

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesSenate President Godswill Obot Akpabio has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of the 2025 Democracy Day, hailing them as custodians of liberty and defenders of hope. In a message posted on his official Facebook page, Senator Akpabio praised the resilient and determined spirits of Nigerians, acknowledging their roles in upholding the tenets of democracy…

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Akpabio linking Akwa Ibom to FG through Massive Developments – Sen. Enang

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesSenator Ita Enang has praised Senator Godswill Akpabio, President of the Senate, for his tireless efforts in developing Akwa Ibom State. Responding to callers during a “Talk Radio” show on Inspiration FM, Uyo, Ita Enang said Senator Akpabio has been instrumental to various federal projects in the state, including the establishment of a Federal…

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APC chieftain Etiebet welcomes Eno, others

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesFormer Minister of Petroleum and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom State, Atuekong Don Etiebet, CON, has welcomed Governor Umo Eno and the PDP family into the APC with opened alms, noting that the decision of the governor to join the APC is very key to the development of Akwa…

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2027: Gov Eno will fly APC flag and win by landslide – Nsima Ekere

ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesObong Nsima Ekere, former Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has predicted that Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State will fly the All Progressives Congress (APC) flag and win a landslide victory in the 2027 gubernatorial election. Speaking on Arise TV’s Sunday programme, Ekere dismissed concerns over the resignation of…

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