Tag: #AkwaIbom
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CSOs CALL FOR NUPRC REFORMS, GREATER BENEFITS FOR OIL HOST COMMUNITIES
Civil society organisations in Akwa Ibom have called for the unbundling of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) to improve efficiency and strengthen benefits for oil-producing host communities. The groups made the call in a communique issued after a two-day advocacy workshop for traditional rulers on impact assessments in oil-producing regions. The organisations also…
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SEA PIRATES FOILED: POLICE, EFCC RESCUE ABDUCTED PASSENGERS
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force and Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have rescued 14 passengers abducted by sea pirates along the Calabar–Oron waterways. Police spokesperson Timfon John said the breakthrough came after intelligence-led operations and sustained pressure on criminal groups operating in the maritime corridor. All victims were rescued unharmed and are currently receiving…
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DISASTER AVERTED: POLICE RECOVER EXPLOSIVES IN A’IBOM CUSTODIAL CENTRE
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has recovered dangerous explosive materials inside the Ikot Ekpene Custodial Centre, preventing what officials say could have been a major disaster. Police spokesperson Timfom John said the operation followed credible intelligence from correctional authorities. Acting on the tip-off, Commissioner of Police Baba Azare deployed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD)…
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SECURITY FORCES LAUNCH OPERATION TO RESCUE 15 ABDUCTED PASSENGERS ON CALABAR–ORON WATERWAY
A routine ferry trip turned into a rescue mission as gunmen abduct 15 passengers on a busy southern water route. Security agencies have launched a joint operation to rescue 15 passengers kidnapped by gunmen along the Calabar–Oron waterway. The Cross River Police Command confirmed the development, saying it is working with the Akwa Ibom Police…
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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…
