A Speech That Continues to Generate Debate MORE than a decade after the 2nd South-South Economic Summit held in Asaba, renewed attention is being drawn to a 2012 address delivered by then Akwa Ibom State Governor, Senator Godswill Akpabio, in which he outlined an ambitious vision for maritime infrastructure, industrialisation and regional economic transformation. Supporters […]
Development Agenda Shapes Governance Priorities AKWA Ibom State has continued to pursue an ambitious development agenda under Governor Umo Eno, with investments spanning infrastructure, healthcare, education, agriculture, security, tourism and economic development. Supporters of the administration argue that these initiatives reflect the practical implementation of the governor’s ARISE Agenda, which seeks to improve public services, […]
Tonukari Commends Oborevwori’s Fiscal Prudence, Links Responsible Spending to Delta’s Development Commissioner Applauds Governor’s Financial Stewardship DELTA State Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, has praised Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for what he described as prudent financial management and disciplined deployment of public resources, saying the administration’s fiscal responsibility has become a major driver of […]
Presidential Aide Counters Economic Gloom Narrative PRESIDENTIAL spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, has challenged prevailing claims of widespread hunger across Nigeria, arguing that millions of citizens are already benefiting from economic and social intervention programmes introduced by the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking during an interview with ARISE News, Onanuga maintained that while economic difficulties remain […]
Renewed Controversy Over Ibom Deep Seaport Project THE long-running debate surrounding the proposed Ibom Deep Seaport has resurfaced following comments by Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno urging stakeholders in Oron Nation to support the project and move beyond lingering disagreements over its location. However, the appeal has drawn a detailed response from engineering expert […]
Governor Oborevwori at 63: Reflecting on a Record of Leadership and Public Service AS Governor Sheriff Oborevwori marks his 63rd birthday, attention is turning to a political career that has evolved from grassroots engagement to the highest office in Delta State, underscoring a leadership journey shaped by public service, consensus-building and development-focused governance. For supporters […]
Tinubu’s Economic Policies Improving State Capacity, Says Aniagwu Delta Commissioner Defends Governor’s Support for President Ahead of 2027 THE Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has attributed the improved financial performance of many state governments to the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the policies […]