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December 10, 2024 AKHA Asssures that Governor Umo Eno Will Implement 2025 Budget
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AKHA Asssures that Governor Umo Eno Will Implement 2025 Budget

The Speaker Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Udeme Otong, has said that the details captured in the 2025 budget would be fully implemented by Governor Umo Eno.

Speaker Otong said this while declaring open a Public Hearing On the 2025 Appropriation Bill on Monday, the 9th of December, 2024, in the Assembly Complex, Uyo.

The Speaker disclosed that the state governor was involved in the 2025 budget exercise with all the MDAs, to capture concerns that would effectively address issues of the state in other to create multiplying effect that would improve the standard of living and economic growth for the people and state at large .

The Speaker however urged the stakeholders to feel free  in their contributions towards the Bill.

In her address, the Committee Chairman, Hon. Itorobong Etim said the essence of the public hearing was to provide an avenue where valuable inputs on the proposed  budget would  be assembled and collated to enhance the overall socio-economic development of the state.

While highlighting the budget, Commissioner for Finance,  Mr. Linus Nkan noted that the 2025 budget estimate christened “Budget of Consolidation and Expansion” is aimed at consolidating on the gains of previous and the current administration for the expansion of growth and development.

According to him, the government had proposed a total budgetary outlay of N955.000billion for the 2025 financial year as against the approved revised provision of N923.462 billion for 2024 making N31.538 billion which  represents 3% increase from the previous year.

Also speaking on the Bill include; Commissioner for Economic Development, Emem Bob; NLC Chairman, Akwa Ibom State Chapter, Comrade Sunny James; Chairman of CHRAN, Franklin Isong, among other stakeholders.

December 9, 2024 Syria Has Fallen
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Syria Has Fallen

Over 50 years of the Assads rule in Syria has ended, as the Syrian government fell after a lightning offensive by anti-regime forces across the country – ending President Bashar al Assad‘s 24-year rule.

Mr Assad has left office and the country after giving orders for there to be a peaceful transfer of power, the Russian foreign ministry said in a statement on Sunday.

Russia was not involved in the talks surrounding his departure, the ministry said, but has been in touch with opposition groups – and urged all sides to refrain from violence.

The leader’s whereabouts now, as well as those of his wife Asma and their two children, remain unknown, however it is suspected that He’s seeking refuge in the Soviet nation.

Footages and photos circulating on social media as the news emerged showed families ransacking presidential palaces in Damascus, looting government agencies with some taking selfies in the grand settings, as thousands celebrated in the streets.

December 9, 2024 Barrister Christopher Ekpo Calls for Caution Over Social Media Usage
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Barrister Christopher Ekpo Calls for Caution Over Social Media Usage

A foremost Legal Practitioner in Akwa Ibom, Barrister CHRISTOPHER EKPO has called on Nigerians to be mindful of what they post on social media platforms, warning that any content capable of making people to have bad opinion about another has both Civil and Criminal implications.

Barrister CHRIS gave the warning while commenting on the defamation cases between a legal luminary and founder of AfeBabalola University Ado Ekiti, AFE BABALOLA and activist lawyer DELE FAROTIMI.

Recall that the police in Ekiti State, last week, arraigned FAROTIMI, after Mr BABALOLA complained that the activist lawyer defamed him in his book, entitled ‘Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System’.

Speaking on the need to avoid Legal risks online, Barrister CHRIS advised social media users to be cautious of what they publish as contents.

Speaking further, the Legal Practitioner emphasized the need for people to be fair in their writings.

December 9, 2024 Akwa Ibom Info Boss Makes Call for Total Embrace of Tech Innovations
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Akwa Ibom Info Boss Makes Call for Total Embrace of Tech Innovations

The Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Information, Comrade INI EMEMOBONG has highlighted the need for Nigerians to embrace developmental innovations, emphasizing that such advancements should not be feared, but rather welcomed for their potential to improve living standards.

Comrade INI EMEMOBONG, who was speaking at a gathering with Journalists in Uyo, which focuses on Artificial Intelligence – AI, noted that while change often comes with uncertainty, the benefits of adopting new ideas and technologies far overshadow the risks.

The Information Commissioner urged all Nigerians to focus on the positive aspects of innovation, reiterating that embracing these changes would not only strengthen Nigeria’s position on the global stage but also ensure a better, more prosperous future.

His remarks come at a time when there is growing global attention on AI, highlighting Nigeria’s potential to become a leading player in technological advancements and industrial development.

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