News in akwa ibom today

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

Breaking News

  1. Akwa Ibom State Government Approves N1.5 Billion for Construction of Uyo-Ikot Ekpene Road: The Akwa Ibom State Government has approved N1.5 billion for the construction of the Uyo-Ikot Ekpene road, which is expected to be completed within 12 months. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Police Arrest 10 Suspects over Cultism in Uyo: The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects allegedly involved in cultism in Uyo, the state capital. The suspects were arrested during a raid on a suspected cult hideout in the city. (Source: The Nation)

Politics

  1. Akwa Ibom APC Chieftain, Umana Umana, Defects to PDP: A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom State, Umana Umana, has defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Umana, a former Secretary to the State Government, cited the APC's lack of internal democracy as the reason for his defection. (Source: ThisDay)
  2. Akwa Ibom PDP Chairman, Udo Ekpenyong, Commends Governor Emmanuel's Leadership: The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State, Udo Ekpenyong, has commended Governor Udom Emmanuel's leadership style, describing him as a unifying force in the state. (Source: The Guardian)

Economy

  1. Akwa Ibom State Government to Establish 10 New Markets: The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced plans to establish 10 new markets across the state to boost economic activities and provide jobs for the people. (Source: Leadership)
  2. Akwa Ibom Farmers to Benefit from N1.5 Billion Agricultural Loan: The Akwa Ibom State Government has approved a N1.5 billion agricultural loan for farmers in the state to boost agricultural production and improve the economy. (Source: Daily Trust)

Sports

  1. Akwa Ibom Football Academy to Host International Tournament: The Akwa Ibom Football Academy is set to host an international football tournament, which will feature teams from Nigeria and other countries. The tournament is expected to kick off on March 15. (Source: Punch)

Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be exhaustive.