Month: April 2026

News

Senate pressure pays off as Police, EFCC rescue 14 kidnap victims

Senator Ekong Sampson’s call on the floor of the Senate for the immediate and safe release of abducted passengers on the Calabar–Oron waterways has recorded a breakthrough, following the successful rescue of all 14 victims.

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command, in a coordinated joint operation with operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), secured the release of the 14 passengers kidnapped by sea pirates along the Calabar–Oron waterways.

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Metro

Police foil bomb threat at Ikot Ekpene custodial centre

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has thwarted what could have been a major security breach and potential tragedy at the Nigerian Correctional Service Custodial Centre in Ikot Ekpene following the timely recovery of high-explosive ordnance near the facility.

On 27 April 2026, acting swiftly on credible intelligence from correctional authorities about suspicious items found around the custodial centre, the Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, ordered the deployment of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit, BomPol Base 38, Uyo, along with other tactical teams to secure the area.

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News

CCD founder, Anyaele impels inclusivity amidst escalating disability figures

The Executive Director and Founder of the Centre for Citizens with Disabilities, Mr David Anyaele, has cautioned Nigerians against prejudice toward individuals with disabilities, underscoring that anyone can acquire a disability at any moment.

Anyaele observed that disabilities can stem from mishaps, violent assaults, structural collapses, conflagrations, and other unforeseen occurrences. He exhorted the public to embrace integration and treat individuals with disabilities with respect and dignity, accentuating that no one is immune to life-altering events.

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Education

Outdated curricula stall Nigerian universities’ global relevance – Egbe

Curriculum reform that prioritises practical skills, innovation and global relevance has become imperative for Nigerian universities to remain competitive, Ambassador Gabriel Egbe has said.

Egbe, Registrar of the University of Education and Entrepreneurship, Akamkpa, Cross River State, stated this on Saturday in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, noting that universities in the country are struggling for relevance due to outdated curricula.

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Education

CBN: We’re building resilient economy for Nigerians

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said it is strengthening efforts to build a resilient economy capable of supporting the aspirations of Nigerians.

The CBN Deputy Governor for Corporate Services, Ms Emem Usoro, made this known at the weekend in Ikot Akpadem, Mkpat Enin Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, following her conferment with an honorary Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Honoris Causa, at the combined 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th convocation ceremonies of Akwa Ibom State University.

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