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September 22, 2021 Professional Media Practitioners Tasks Akwa Ibom Journalists On Acquisition of Relevant Media Skills
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Professional Media Practitioners Tasks Akwa Ibom Journalists On Acquisition of Relevant Media Skills

The word “eye-opening” does not do justice to the loads of information and knowledge shared at an event organized to train journalists and budding ones on the need to keep up with latest trends in the journalism profession.

The one-day training titled “skill-up: a journalism workshop” was organized by broadcast journalist and Inspiration FM acting head of news, IMA DEM in collaboration with the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, Akwa Ibom state Chapter and Inspiration FM

The training brought to the fore and unearthed salient issues pertaining to the Journalism profession which most people in the space are unaware of, but are critical factors needed to stand out in the profession, in the 21st century.

Speaking on the topic, “building tenacity in journalism”, award winning journalist and bestselling author, ANIETIE USEN harped on the need for personnel in the field to exude hard work and remain focused on the job.

Meanwhile, Niger state based journalist, JUSTINA ASISHANA who joined the training virtually, exposed the attendees to the evolution of the profession and why journalists must stay relevant in the field by investing in some digital skills.
She maintained that investing in some of these basic skills will open a variety of opportunities for journalists and make them stand out in the profession.

Other speakers at the event include NAWOJ chairperson, UDUAK EKONG, who emphasized that female journalists must try to inspire young girls by telling stories of women who have excelled in their career irrespective of gender and against stereotypes.

 

September 22, 2021 Akwa Ibom at 34; Vice-President Yemi Osibanjo Expected to Grace Anniversary
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Akwa Ibom at 34; Vice-President Yemi Osibanjo Expected to Grace Anniversary

His Excellency the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osibanjo will on Friday, September 24, 2021, pay an official visit to Akwa Ibom State to commission the Dakkada Luxury Estate and the Dakkada Luxury Towers as part of activities marking the 34th Anniversary of State creation.
This was made known by the Hon. Commissioner for Information & Strategy, Com. Ini Ememobong on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 in a press briefing held at the NUJ Press Centre, Uyo to inform members of the fourth estate of the realm of activities marking the State’s 34th Anniversary.
The Hon. Commissioner explained that this year’s State anniversary celebration shall be a low-key one due to the need to adhere to Covid-19 guidelines.
Therefore, Thursday September 23, has not been declared as a public holiday by the state government hence it is not a work free day.
Other events lined up to mark the state’s anniversary celebration according to the State Information helmsman are the commissioning of two 0.45M span bridges in Obot Akara LGA on Wednesday September 22, Commissioning of internal roads in Shelter Afrique Estate and Swearing-in of new Paramount Rulers on Thursday September 23, and an interactive media chat with the Governor on Saturday, September 25.
Furthermore, the dualized 25Km Uyo-Ikot Ekpene shall be commissioned on Wednesday, October 6, while internal roads in Oron LGA, Udung Uko LGA, and Akwa Ibom State University shall be inaugurated on Friday, October 8.
A special thanksgiving service shall be held on Sunday, September 26.
Comrade Ememobong also noted that in furtherance of Gov. Emmanuel’s commitment towards improving the quality of healthcare delivery in the state, the remodelled Ikot Ekpene General Hospital shall be commissioned on Tuesday October 26, while an Oil Parm Processing facility will also be inaugurated the same day in Essien Udim LGA.

September 17, 2021 Uyo Local Government Chairman Bags LOGMA Award, Wins Car as Star Prize
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Uyo Local Government Chairman Bags LOGMA Award, Wins Car as Star Prize

UYO LOCAL GOVERNMENT CHAIRMAN EMERGES NATIONAL BEST CHAIRMAN, WINS A CAR AS STAR PRIZE

Following the giant strides recorded in his service to the people of Uyo Local Government, the Executive Chairman, Dr. Uwemedimo Udo has been declared the winner of the 2021 Local Government Merit Award (LOGMA) with a star prize of a 10-seater bus.

Dr. Udo emerged the National Best Local Government Chairman in RURAL WATER SUPPLY and the award was conferred on him at a well-attained event held at the Merit House, Maitama, Abuja on Thursday, September 16, 2021.

Speaking at the event, the Uyo helmsman advocated for the review of the revenue sharing formula by the Federal Government to be in favour of the Local Government who he noted was involved in the execution of projects that have direct bearing on the lives of the people at the grassroots.

According to him, the upward review of the revenue sharing formula will enable the Local Government administrators to provide the needed dividends of democracy to the people.

Speaking to journalists after the event, Dr. Udo praised HE Mr. Udom Emmanuel for the huge support to the local government councils in Akwa Ibom State, adding that the award would encourage him to do more for the people of Uyo in the remaining years of his administration as the Chairman.

Earlier in his remarks, the National Coordinator of LOGMA, Chief Bayode Ojo, said the awards are packaged to reward excellence in grassroots governance.

Three out of the 28 most performing local government chairmen in Nigeria were from Akwa Ibom State. The other two awardees were the Chairman of Ikono Local Government Area, Hon. Nyakno Okoibu and the Chairman of Okobo Local Government Area, Dr. Sylvester Attah.

Recall that Dr. Udo had within his first 100 Days in office changed the narrative in local government administration with the construction of a 24-room with 3 open registries, 9 conveniences, 6 exit points with proper landscaping office accommodation as the new Administrative Block for staff of Uyo Local Government Council, christened “UDOM EMMANUEL ADMINISTRATIVE BLOCK”.

Also within the period, Dr. Udo ensured the procurement and installation of a 300KVA Transformer, grading of rural roads, provision of water supply at Uyo shopping complex, and Health center at Wellington Bassey Way.

Other achievements of the chairman included; provision of communication gadgets for the mobilisation unit of the Primary Health Center, installation of renewable energy sources within the council secretariat, renovation of the council multi-purpose hall, building of platform at Akpan Andem market, as well as a review of some development Bye-laws in Uyo Local Government Area.

The delegation from Uyo Local Government that accompanied the Executive Chairman for the awards ceremony in Abuja comprised the wife of the Chairman, Mrs. Akaninyene Uwemedimo; Vice Chairman, Pst. Sylvia Ekong; Secretary of Council, Mr. Ubong Udofia; the Leader of Uyo Legislative Council, Hon. Ubong Effiong; the Dean of Supervisors, Mr. Linus Effiong; PDP representative, Uyo Chapter, Hon. Victor Raphael, and the SA, Media to the Executive Chairman, Mrs. Itoro-Etas Iniobong.

September 15, 2021 Martha Udom Emmanuel Heads Akwa Ibom State Gender-Based Violence Management Committee.
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Martha Udom Emmanuel Heads Akwa Ibom State Gender-Based Violence Management Committee.

Akwa Ibom Governor Inaugurates GBV State Management Committee

Governor Udom Emmanuel has inaugurated the Akwa Ibom State Gender-Based Violence Management Committee.
The Committee is headed by his wife, Her Excellency, Dr. Mrs. Martha Udom Emmanuel, and has Barr. Emem Ette of the Ministry of Justice as Secretary.
Performing the inauguration at the EXCO Chambers of Government House, Uyo, earlier today Wednesday, September 15, 2021 the Governor said the setting up of the Committee is a follow up to the State Gender Policy which prohibits all forms of violence against persons in the state.

He added that the objective of the Committee is to make recommendations and as well proffer a synchronised approach towards ending all forms of gender-based violence in the state.
Governor Emmanuel added that to restore sanity in the state, the Committee must work towards the total elimination of gender-based violence.
He warned that henceforth anyone found culpable in abusing or raping any gender (male and female) would be dealt with the full wrath of the law.


While fielding questions from Government House reporters, Her Excellency Dr. Mrs. Martha Udom Emmanuel speaking on behalf of the Committee, expressed delight at the inauguration of the Committee, saying this would further help in the fight against the scourge.
“We are going out en-masse to fight this crime to an end. This is another milestone in this course and with the enabling law, we will achieve much success collectively,” First Lady Martha quipped.
Other members of the 14-member committee are Dr. Ini Adiakpan (Hon. Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare), Mrs. Eno Jerome ( Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare), Barr ( Mrs) Mfon Edemekong (Ministry of Justice ), and Mrs. Idongesit Udo ( Ministry Health).

Also making the Committee are: Mrs. Emem George ( Office of the Accountant General), Mrs. Kokomma Sabbath ( Ministry of Education ), Mrs. Blessing Udofa ( Multilateral and Donor Agencies), Supol Nseobong Umoh ( Police Gender Desk Officer), Dr. Nsekpong Udoh ( CSO ), Mrs. Ime Ephraim Inyang ( CSO), Obonganwan Patricia Essienobot ( CSO ) and Mr. James Edet ( Ministry of Information).

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