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By Julius Nsikak Budget analysis and investigative reporting remain crucial pillars of modern journalism, yet they often attract limited attention among practitioners. Recognising this gap, the Akwa Ibom State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), in partnership with Policy Alert, has commenced a two-day intensive training on Budget Analysis and Investigative Reporting for […]

By Julius Nsikak President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has called on the newly inaugurated board and management of the South South Development Commission to embark on impactful and sustainable projects that will improve the living standards of people in the region. Speaking in Abuja during a courtesy visit by the Commission’s leadership, Senator

The Managing Director of the South-South Development Commission (SSDC), Ms. Usoro Akpabio, has called for collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to ensure that the financial activties of the Commision are properly guided by compliance with extant financial laws. Ms Usoro made the call on Thursday during a courtesy visit to the

CHRAN By Julius Nsikak At a public hearing on the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) for 2026–2028, held on Thursday, 4th September 2025, the State Director of the Centre for Human Rights and Accountability Network (CHRAN), Comrade Franklyn Isong, put forward far-reaching recommendations aimed at enhancing revenue generation and economic development

By Julius Nsikak UYO, 29 August 2025 — Stakeholders and community leaders across Akwa Ibom State have gathered in Uyo to deliberate on pathways to sustained power supply, with particular focus on rural communities that have endured years without electricity. The dialogue, organised by the Itam & Itu Feeder Electricity Consumers Association (IFECA), was held

By Julius Nsikak The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), South-South Zone, has urged the Federal Government to urgently address the appalling condition of federal roads and highways, improve other critical infrastructure, and reinforce security measures to protect lives and livelihoods in the region.   The call formed part of the resolutions adopted at the Zone

By Julius Nsikak, Uyo As preparations gather pace for the 2025 Dinner Night of the Law Students’ Association (LAWSAN), University of Uyo Chapter, the State Director of the Centre for Human Rights and Accountability Network (CHRAN), Otuekong Franklyn Isong, has challenged young law graduates to view advocacy not as an option, but as a national

By Julius Nsikak, Uyo The Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Culture and Tourism has presented a proposed budget of ₦16 billion for its programmes and projects in the 2026 fiscal year. Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Anieti Udofia, revealed the figure recently during bilateral discussions with the 2026 Budget Committee at the Ministry of

By Julius Nsikak, Uyo Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Akwa Ibom State have distanced themselves from a group parading itself as the Akwa Ibom Civil Society Forum and have warned the public against transacting with one Mr. Harry Udoh, who is said to be impersonating as its chairman. In a statement issued after what they

Governor Eno emphasized the need to ensure that only qualified candidates are considered for the civil service recruitment. “Let’s give the right people the chance to take up these jobs. We will conduct a computer-based test, and once candidates complete and submit, their results will be available instantly. “This process will help us screen out