Akwa ibom state news watch

Here are some recent news updates from Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria:

Politics

  1. Governor Udom Emmanuel's Second Term Bid: The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Udom Emmanuel, has announced his intention to seek re-election for a second term in office. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. PDP Primaries: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has concluded its primaries in Akwa Ibom State, with Senator Godswill Akpabio emerging as the party's candidate for the Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District. (Source: ThisDay)

Economy

  1. Akwa Ibom State's Economy: The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced plans to diversify the state's economy by investing in agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing. (Source: The Guardian)
  2. Oil Production: The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has announced that Akwa Ibom State is one of the top oil-producing states in the country. (Source: Premium Times)

Infrastructure

  1. Road Construction: The Akwa Ibom State Government has embarked on a massive road construction project, aimed at improving transportation infrastructure in the state. (Source: Leadership)
  2. Airport Upgrade: The Akwa Ibom International Airport has been upgraded to a Category C airport, with the installation of new navigation aids and other facilities. (Source: The Nation)

Security

  1. Kidnapping: There have been reports of kidnapping in some parts of Akwa Ibom State, with the police urging residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities. (Source: Punch)
  2. Police Operations: The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has launched a crackdown on criminal gangs in the state, with several arrests and recoveries of stolen items. (Source: Daily Trust)

Education

  1. University of Uyo: The University of Uyo has been ranked among the top universities in Nigeria, according to a recent ranking by the National Universities Commission. (Source: The Punch)
  2. School Feeding Programme: The Akwa Ibom State Government has launched a school feeding programme, aimed at improving the nutrition and health of school children in the state. (Source: The Guardian)

Health

  1. COVID-19: Akwa Ibom State has recorded a significant increase in COVID-19 cases, with the state government urging residents to take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Healthcare Infrastructure: The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced plans to upgrade healthcare infrastructure in the state, including the construction of new hospitals and the renovation of existing ones. (Source: Leadership)

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