News from States
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Gov Eno reunites with classmates, pledges support for education development
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has called on alumni across the country to support the growth of their alma maters, stressing that educational development requires collective effort. Governor Eno made the call at the quarterly meeting of the Victory High School Old Students’ Association (1981 set) held at the school hall in Ikeja, Lagos. He said individuals owe…
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Ododo visits PenCom DG, reaffirms commitment to pensioners’ welfare
The Executive Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has pledged his administration’s unwavering support for the National Pension Commission (PenCom) under its new Director-General, Ms. Omolola Oloworaran. Ododo made the pledge on Friday, August 15, 2025, during a courtesy visit to the PenCom headquarters in Abuja. He congratulated Oloworaran on her appointment, describing her as a proud daughter of…
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Eno commends youth participation during Akwa Ibom projects inspection
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has concluded a two-day inspection of projects across the state, expressing delight at the active involvement of youths at various sites. Speaking with correspondents at the ARISE Resort, the last stop of the tour, the governor said the exercise was guided by the “Management By Walking Around” (MBWA) philosophy, which emphasizes physical supervision…
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FG reaffirms commitment to inclusive reforms, engages South-East residents
The Federal Government has pledged to sustain open dialogue with Nigerians and ensure every region benefits from ongoing reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the commitment on Thursday at a town hall meeting in Enugu during his South-East citizens’ engagement tour. He said the initiative seeks to bridge…
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Ibas appoints Chairmen, members of eight boards
The Rivers State Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), has appointed chairmen and members of eight boards, the Rivers State University Governing Council, to be chaired by former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Okey Wali, SAN. Similar appointments were made for the boards of the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital, with a former Commissioner for Health in the State,…
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Shettima launches ICT hub, awards grants to MSMEs in Cross River
By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday commissioned a state-of-the-art Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) Hub for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Calabar, Cross River State, as part of the Federal Government’s efforts to boost small business growth and digital innovation. The ICT Hub, located in the refurbished State Library Complex, was launched alongside the…
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Ebonyi governor sympathizes with flood victims in Afikpo LG
The governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru has sympathized with victims of flood disasters in Enohia Itim, Kpoghirikpo Communities in Afikpo Local Government Area of Ebonyi. A statement issued on Tuesday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Monday Uzor, said the governor was saddened by reports of the disaster in Azuoto, Okpuitumo, Abakaliki LGA. The flood which began penultimate Friday…
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Gov AbdulRazaq inspects multistorey hospital, showcases road projects
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Sunday inspected ongoing construction at the multistorey Oluremi Tinubu Hospital in Ilorin, days after approving an additional N20 billion for public school infrastructure across Kwara State. The governor described the hospital as one of his administration’s major investments in public health, education, road networks, and social welfare across diverse communities. Last…
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Ibom Airlines bans passenger for life over unruly behaviour
Ibom Airlines Limited has banned a passenger identified as Comfort Emmanson, from flying with its airline after allegedly found assaulting one of the crew members of its aircraft. The airline in a statement on Monday, said the incident happened on Sunday while Emmanson was on board their Uyo to Lagos flight. It read “Shortly before take-off from Uyo, Ms. Emmanson…
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Akwa Ibom governor urges diaspora to drive tourism, investment
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has urged members of the state’s diaspora in the United States to leverage their skills, professional networks, and resources to drive tourism, investment, and cultural heritage promotion in their home state. Represented by Noble Lady Helen Obareki, Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, the Governor delivered the message during the 38th…
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