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March 24, 2025 NIMC set to Roll Out Contactless Capturing Software for Nigerians in Diaspora

NIMC set to Roll Out Contactless Capturing Software for Nigerians in Diaspora

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC)  says it would soon roll out its diaspora contactless enrolment software to enable Nigerians in Diaspora experience seamless enrolment for National Identity Number (NIN).

So far over 118 million Nigerians have been captured in the National Identity database of the country with 15,000 NIN enrolment centres nationwide.

It is also reported that for now there are about 200 NIN enrolment centres in 50 countries outside Nigeria to provide NIN services for Nigerians in diaspora.

The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Identity Management Commission, NIMC, ENGR ABISOYE COKER-ODUSOTE dropped the hints while Speaking with newsmen in Abuja.

ENGR COKER-ODUSOTE said NIMC within the past 18 months has achieved certain milestones to scale up financial inclusion, promote employment opportunities for Nigerians, enhance transparency and accountability in delivery of government services and boost the country’s Gross Domestic Product, GDP.

March 24, 2025 Akwa Ibom State Police Command Implore Citizens to Report First Instead of Rushing to Social Media

Akwa Ibom State Police Command Implore Citizens to Report First Instead of Rushing to Social Media

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command is urging citizens to report sensitive security information directly to the nearest police stations or contact the police control numbers rather than sharing such information on social media.

This call to action was made by Police Public Relations Officer, DSP TIMFON JOHN, during an interview with Inspiration FM News.

According to DSP John, every citizen has a role to play in maintaining security, emphasizing that security is everybody’s business.

She stressed that the state command is proactive in tackling crime incidents and encouraged citizens to reach out to the police for urgent action.

To facilitate easy communication, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command has provided various emergency hotlines and contact numbers for citizens to report security concerns.

She urged residents to remain vigilant and to report suspicious activities to the nearest police station or contact the Command’s emergency lines: 09040000065 or 08020913810.

March 24, 2025 Akwa Ibom State Government Urges Youths to Pursue Excellence

Akwa Ibom State Government Urges Youths to Pursue Excellence

Governor UMO ENO has urged the youth to pursue excellence, competence, and capability, and be deeply committed to education.

Governor ENO, who was represented by his Deputy, Senator AKON EYAKENYI gave the charge while inaugurating the newly constructed Holy Child Convent Model Primary School in Abak Local Government Area over the weekend.

The Governor emphasized that his clear vision for the future stems from his recognition of the profound value of education.

He also assured the people of Abak that their needs, raised during the town hall meeting on March 8, would be incorporated into the 2026 state budget.

On his part, the Commissioner for Education, Professor UBONG UMOH, highlighted the impressive features of the new facility, which includes 19 fully-equipped classrooms, an ICT lab, a well-stocked library, a head teacher’s office and waiting area, an auditorium, and an ultra-modern football field, among other state-of-the-art facilities.

The state government called on local government officials, head teachers, and the people of Abak to take responsibility for the upkeep of the infrastructure to ensure its long-term sustainability and foster continued development in the state.

March 21, 2025 Akwa Ibom Set to Begin Work on Ibom Deep Seaport

Akwa Ibom Set to Begin Work on Ibom Deep Seaport

The Technical Committee on the Actualization of Ibom Deep Seaport has met with the consultant port master planner, Dar Al-Handasar Ltd. to finalize technical requirements for the groundbreaking of the City Gate and Sales Center in May 2025 as directed by Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno.

Speaking at the meeting, which was held in Lagos, Nigeria, on Tuesday, the Commissioner for Special Duties and Ibom Deep Seaport, Comrade Ini Ememobong, assured that Governor Umo Eno is totally committed to the actualization of the Ibom Deep Sea Port and the Industrial City, which he sees as a veritable channel for job and wealth creation.

Comrade Ememobong also promised to undertake extensive community and stakeholders’ consultation to ensure a hitch-free foundation laying ceremony and projects execution.

The Chairman of the Technical Committee on the Actualization of Ibom Deep Seaport, Barr. Mfon Usoro,on her part expressed gratitude to the governor for his commitment to the transformational project, assuring of the Committee’s full cooperation.

She appreciated members of her committee for their dedication and the time they have invested into the work for the past ten years, expressing high optimism that the goal will soon be attained.

While expounding on the technical details for the next phase of the project, the lead representative of Dar Al-Handasar Ltd. and Director of Operations for Central and West Africa, Nicolas Rizk, commended Governor Eno for his determination to ensure the realization of the project.

He listed the infrastructure needed to open up the industrial city and get access to the deep sea port site.

The Ibom Industrial City, which will house the deep sea port, training centers, and a logistics hub, is expected to create at least 300,000 jobs and bring massive economic benefits to host communities.

Recently, the governor reaffirmed his readiness to kick-start major infrastructure projects at the industrial city, including the City Gate, Sales Center, and access roads like the ongoing Uyenge-Orukim road construction.

These developments will pave the way for port terminal construction and eventually full-scale operations.

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