Tag: #AkwaIbom
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AKWA IBOM POLICE ARREST 7, SEIZE ARMS IN IKONO RAID
A police raid in Ikono uncovers a criminal hideout disguised as a worship centre, leading to arrests and seizure of weapons. The Akwa Ibom Police Command has detained seven suspects and recovered firearms after raiding a hideout in Ndiya Mfia, Ikono LGA. DSP Timfon John said the operation, triggered by credible public intelligence, recovered two…
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AKWA IBOM HEALTH AGENCY BAGS HUMANITARIAN AWARD
Health insurance drive earning praise as hundreds of thousands gain access to affordable care. The Akwa Ibom State Health Insurance Agency has been hailed for its impact after its Executive Secretary, Arthur Igbemi, was inducted into the African Leadership for Development and Humanitarian Service Hall of Fame. The honour, presented by the Humanitarian Institute of…
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AKWA IBOM, NETHERLANDS JOIN FORCES TO REVAMP AGRICULTURE
From greenhouses to dairy systems, Akwa Ibom is teaming up with the Netherlands to drive a new era of smart farming. The Akwa Ibom State government is set to partner with Netherlands to boost agriculture and unlock new opportunities in agro-tech and food production. The deal was unveiled at the Agrofood Fair Nigeria in Lagos…
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AKWA IBOM POLICE RAID DRUG HUB, ARREST 18 SUSPECTS
Crackdown on narcotics: Police dismantle illegal drug dens in Itu LG, seize illicit substances. The Akwa Ibom Police Command has busted illegal drug distribution points in Itu Local Government Area, apprehending 18 suspects. The raids, carried out in Oku Iboko and Mbak communities on Sunday, targeted active hubs fueling youth delinquency and violent crimes. DSP…
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NOA TO A’IBOM RESIDENTS: DRESS RIGHT, KEEP IT DECENT
Fashion is fine, but decency still matters — and NOA wants Akwa Ibom residents to remember that when stepping out. The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has rolled out a statewide campaign against indecent dressing in public places across Akwa Ibom, saying it’s about preserving public decorum and shared values. Launching the campaign in Uyo, NOA…
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AKWA IBOM CRACKDOWN: NAPTIP RESCUES 68 VICTIMS, ARRESTS 62 TRAFFICKERS
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has rescued 68 victims—51 females and 17 males—and apprehended 62 suspected human traffickers in Akwa Ibom in 2025. Uyo Zonal Commander, Mr. Ubong Ekwere, told NAN that five victims—including two males, one female, and two babies—remain in NAPTIP shelters, while the others have been…
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Power Voices Take on TB: Community Joins Forces for Early Detection in Akwa Ibom
In a spirited push against tuberculosis (TB), the Community Advocacy Club, known as Power Voices, teamed up with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) and KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation to spark awareness and action in Ibesikpo, Akwa Ibom. The campaign focused on boosting community knowledge, promoting early diagnosis, and ramping up local responses to the stubborn disease.…
