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March 10, 2025 Governor Eno Faults Udom Emmanuel’s Arrest by EFCC, Tags it Disrespectful
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Governor Eno Faults Udom Emmanuel’s Arrest by EFCC, Tags it Disrespectful

Governor UMO ENO has expressed that the report regarding the arrest of former Akwa Ibom State Governor, UDOM EMMANUEL, by the economic and financial crimes commission EFCC over alleged 700 billion naira fraud is both disrespectful and unwarranted.

 Speaking at a town hall meeting in Abak, which included the Abak, Etim Ekpo, and Ika Federal Constituencies, Governor ENO emphasised that the former governor should be recognized for his contributions to the state.

The governor said subjecting leaders to fraud probes after they have served their people well in office would discourage those currently in office from giving their best whilst in service.

It is important to note that last Tuesday; reports surfaced stating that former Governor UDOM EMMANUEL had been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in connection with an alleged 700 billion naira fraud.

March 10, 2025 Itu-Ikot Ekpene Axis of Calabar-Itu Road Closed for Construction
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Itu-Ikot Ekpene Axis of Calabar-Itu Road Closed for Construction

The Akwa Ibom State Government has directed that the Ekim Itam Junction in Itu Local Government Area and Ibiakpan Junction in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area be temporarily closed to traffic until further notice effective Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

According to a statement by the Commissioner for Works and Fire Service, Professor ENO IBANGA, this closure, as recommended by the Federal Controller of Works, is essential to facilitate the dualization of the remaining portion of the Odukpani–Itu–Ikot Ekpene Road spanning Cross River and Akwa Ibom States.

Consequently, motorists are advised to use alternative routes.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Works and Fire Service, has on behalf of the State Government, regretted any inconvenience caused by this development and solicits the public’s maximum cooperation.

March 4, 2025 EFCC Invites Former Governor Udom Emmanuel Over N700bn Allegations
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EFCC Invites Former Governor Udom Emmanuel Over N700bn Allegations

Men  of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have arrested a former governor of Akwa Ibom State, Udom Emmanuel, over an alleged N700 billion fraud.

The arrest occurred on Tuesday at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja, following an invitation to the former governor.

The Immediate past Governor of Akwa Ibom state,  reportedly arrived at the EFCC’s corporate headquarters in Abuja around 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday following an invitation from the anti-graft agency.

The arrest stemmed from a petition by the civil society organisation Network Against Corruption and Trafficking (NACAT). The petition alleged that Emmanuel received over N3 trillion from the Federation Account but left behind a debt of N500 billion and N300 billion in unpaid ongoing projects. He is also said to be unable to account for N700 billion.

Investigations reportedly revealed N31 billion withdrawn in cash from an account titled ‘Office of the Governor’ between 2019 and 2023.

A source stated, “We have arrested the former governor of Akwa Ibom over an alleged N700 billion fraud. NACAT’s petition prompted our investigation. The petitioner alleged that Emmanuel received N3 trillion but left behind a debt of N500 billion and unpaid projects worth N300 billion. He is also unable to account for N700 billion. Emmanuel arrived at our office around 12:30 p.m. and was arrested shortly after.

Adebayo Samuel reports that the Former Governor has since been released.

March 4, 2025 Éric Chelle Releases 39 Man Super Eagles Provisional List
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Éric Chelle Releases 39 Man Super Eagles Provisional List

AHMED MUSA has made a return to the Super Eagles for the World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.

MUSA, who is Nigeria’s highest goal-scorer in the World Cup, has not featured for the team for a while.

The Kano Pillars player was named in the 39-man provisional squad which included the familiar, new faces and forgotten.

The Super Eagles must secure maximum points against the East Africans to revive their 2026 World Cup hopes.

The three-time African champions are winless in Group C with three draws and one defeat.

Rwanda beat Nigeria 2-1 in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Uyo last November.

 

Full Super Eagles Squad:

GOALKEEPERS

Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United, South Africa), Maduka Okoye (Udinese, Italy), Amas Obasogie (Singida Black Stars, Tanzania), Adeleye Adebayo (Enosis Neon Paralimni, Cyprus), Kayode Bankole (Remo Stars, Nigeria).

DEFENDERS

William Troost-Ekong (Al Khalood, Saudi Arabia), Bright Osayi-Samuel (Fenerbahce, Turkey), Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiacos, Greece), Gabriel Osho (AJ Auxerre, France), Calvin Bassey (Fulham, England), Ola Aina (Nottingham Forest, England), Zaidu Sanusi (FC Porto, Portugal), Igoh Ogbu (Slavia Prague, Czech Republic), Jordan Torunarigha (Gent, Belgium), Ifeanyi Onyebuchi (Enugu Rangers, Nigeria).

MIDFIELDERS

Papa Daniel Mustapha (Niger Tornadoes, Nigeria), Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City, England), Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium), Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi (New England, USA), Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (SS Lazio, Italy), Frank Onyeka (Augsburg, Germany), Alex Iwobi (Fulham, England), Joseph Ayodele-Aribo (Southampton, England), Anthony Dennis (Goztepe, Turkey), Christantus Uche (Getafe, Spain).

FORWARDS

Samuel Chukwueze (AC Milan, Italy), Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray, Turkey), Ademola Lookman (Atalanta, Italy), Kelechi Iheanacho (Middlesbrough, England), Victor Boniface (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany), Moses Simon (Nantes, France), Sadiq Umar (Valencia, Spain), Nathan Tella (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany), Cyriel Dessers (Glasgow Rangers, Scotland), Tolu Arokodare (KRC Genk, Belgium), Chidera Ejuke (Sevilla, Spain), Paul Onuachu (Southampton, England), Ahmed Musa (Kano Pillars, Nigeria), Akor Adams (Sevilla, Spain).

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