GOV. UMO ENO TO DISTRIBUTE 150 FREE HOUSES TO A'IBOM WORKERS TOMORROW

150 expandable 2 bedroom flats at the ultra-modern Grace Estate at Ring Road 3, opposite Stadium Road, Uyo, are to be distributed free to Akwa Ibom Workers. The distribution exercise which is scheduled for Saturday, September, 21 by 6.pm at the Amphitheatre, Udo Udoma Avenue, is part of activities marking the 37th Anniversary Celebration of the State creation.

The Head of the Akwa Ibom State Civil Service, Elder Effiong Essien, made this known today while interfacing with some reporters in his Office on the achievements of the present government in the Public Service. 

Elder Essien stated that the houses are for workers on Grade Level 01 to 08 whose appointments have been confirmed. He explained that the distribution exercise by the Governor on Saturday, was preceded by a  foolproof due process where workers who expressed interest were screened,  documented and issued with tickets. He explained further that the tickets shall be randomly and publicly picked, the winners announced and issued with  their flat numbers.

He stressed that attendance at the event is mandatory for all workers in the employ of Akwa Ibom State Government. Elder Essien said that a letter to this effect had since been dispatched to all Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies to ensure staff attendance, accordingly. Elder Essien reminded all the staff who registered their interest in owning the free houses to come to the  distribution venue with their tickets.

The Head of Civil Service, during the interface, expressed the appreciation of workers to the Governor Umo Eno for his compassionate disposition to workers welfare. He listed the payment of the 13th month salary tagged, 'ENOMBER', wage award of N10,000 for 3 months, approval for the celebration of Public Service Week, after ten years with the payment of N20,000 bonus to all workers during the event, and  wardrobe allowance to teachers. Other act of magnanimity mentioned included the release of over N30 Billion Naira for the payment of backlog of leave grants, gratuities and pensions, and declaration of 1st and 3rd Friday of every month, work-free 'Farm Day'  to enable workers engage in farming activities and contribute to food sufficiency policy of government, among others. 

Elder Essien expressed the continued support of the workers to the Governor, to enable him actualize his ARISE Agenda for the state and the workers. 

CAFCC:AKWA IBOM FA DONATES TO ENYIMBA, TASK THEM TO BEAT ETEIOLE FILANTE ON SUNDAY

The Akwa Ibom State Football Association has urged one of Nigeria's Representatives in the CAF Confederation Cup,Enyimba International  to get victory this weekend at the Godswill Akpabio International stadium uyo against Eteiole Filante of Burkinafasso.

The Association chairman Mr Samuel umoh gave the charged this morning shortly after the teams training session at the practice pitch of the Godswill Akpabio International stadium where he also made donations on behalf of the board.

Umoh assured the management, technical crew, players, supporters and fans of Enyimba international and all supporters of the game of the usual support from the State Football Association and sports loving people of the state.

"In our usual tradition of supporting teams playing in Akwa Ibom State, we came this morning to reassure you of our support and to encourage you to go all out for victory on Sunday.

We officially welcome you  to Uyo,Akwa Ibom State and also to tell you that you have the support  of thousands of Nigerians who are asking of just one thing, which is Victory for Enyimba international come Sunday 22th of September 2024

Accompanied by the secretary of the association Comrade Kufre Etukudo however challenged Enyimba international to put their best foot forward as he posited that Eteiole Filante of Burkinafasso will want to improve from their last game which ended goalless.

Responding on behalf of Enyimba international FC, the head coach, coach Yemi Olarenwaju Thanked the chairman of football association in Akwa Ibom State,Mr. Samuel umoh and his board for the support and the donations and describe the gesture as a big motivation to the team.

He promised that the team will reciprocate the kind gesture of the board with a convincing victory on Sunday

The second round, second leg match of the confederation of African football confederation cup against the Ougadougou based Eteiole Filante is a must win for both teams with the Nigerian representative Enyimba international hoping to take advantage of the home fans support to emerge victorious on Sunday.

TEAM AKWA IBOM WINS TWO SILVER MEDALS AT ASABA NYG

Team Akwa Ibom to the 2024 National Youth Games this afternoon won two Silver medals in the 49 Kg weight category in Asaba, Delta capital.

Destiny Bassey Okon, a student of Aka Community Secondary School, Uyo, won the two silver medals after snatching 53kg and Jerk 63 to give the state her first medals at the under-15 multi-sports championship.

Destiny Okon, narrowly missed out on a gold medal after falling to lift 65Kg  at the  events in the indoor sports hall of Stephen Keshi stadium in front of a cherry crowd which comprised members of Akwa Ibom community in Delta state.

Team Akwa Ibom will continue their quest for more medals in weightlifting tomorrow in the 55kg category.

Meanwhile the Akwa Ibom state Commissioner for Sports, Sir Monday Uko, has pledged a handsome reward for state athletes who would win gold medals at the games.

The commissioner said the reward is aimed at spurring members of Team Akwa Ibom to work hard and strive to do the state proud.

NIGERIA'S PRESIDENT TINUBU DECLARES 8TH NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES OPEN IN ASABA, TASK ATHLETES ON SPORTSMANSHIP SPIRIT

President Bola Tinubu has officially opened the 8th National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State.

Represented by Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, the President emphasized the significance of the games in identifying new sporting talents across the country.

President Tinubu assured that the Federal Government is committed to providing a platform where young athletes can showcase their skills in a fair and transparent environment.

President Tinubu also promised to consider the Delta State government's request to revert the age limit of the Games to 17 years and below, instead of the current limit of 15 years and below.

In his address, Delta State Governor, Right Honourable Sheriff Oborevwori, welcomed the more than 6,000 athletes and 1,000 officials to the state and assured them of a smooth and successful National Youth Games.

AKWA IBOM GOVERNOR RECEIVES PROMOTED IBOM ANGELS, TASKS THEM ON SUSTAINING WINNING MOMENTUM

Akwa Ibom state Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, today received the players and officials of Ibom Angels Football Club following their victorious outing in the women's second division football league championship which came to an end yesterday in Calabar.

Ibom Angels secured one of two promotion tickets to the top flight of women's league football in the country - NWFL, by beating Osun Babes of Osogbo 2-0 in a semi-final play-off in front of a capacity crowd at the U. J. Esuene stadium.

Speaking at a brief colourful reception at the Uyo township stadium, to herald the return to base of the victorious ladies, the Governor described the ladies as true ambassadors of his ARISE agenda.

Represented by the Commissioner for Youth Development and Sports, Sir Monday Uko, Governor Umo noted that his administration will continue to place a premium on the development of youths of the state with a view to making them independent, resourceful and productive.

"I am glad that you heeded our clarion call by arising to your full potential to secure an achievement which, today, has put smiles on the faces of our people and has brought tremendous honour to our state." Mr Uko said.

He added, "Tomorrow, we will be inaugurating a 5,000-job scheme for some of our vulnerable youths, and that is just an indication of how seriously we take matters that have to do with our youths."

The Governor made a cash donation and other incentives to the team, and tasked them with maintaining the winning momentum when the 2024/2025 NWFL gets underway.

Responding, the Head Coach - Mr Edwin Okon, and captain - Abasiofon Uwah, both thanked the Governor for continuing to sponsor them despite the economically challenging times the country is facing and expressed appreciation for the huge cash and material donations that the Governor has made to them. They pledged to continue to work hard in order to bring further glory to the state.

Others who graced the occasion include the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Lady Rose Bassey, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Youth Matters, Mr Iniobong Akpan, Director of Sports, Mrs Brigid Otton, Chairman of AKSFA, Mr Samuel Umoh, among others.

AKWA IBOM FA CONGRATULATES IBOM ANGELS ON PROMOTION TO NWFL

The Akwa Ibom State Football Association ( AKSFA) has expressed commendations to the players and officials of Ibom Angels FC on their recent promotion to the Nigerian Women's Football League (NWFL).

Ibom Angels gained  promotion to the Women Top-flight league by beating the Osun Babes 2 0 in the semi final play-offs on Sunday at U J Esuene Stadium, Calabar.

Before the semi final play-offs, Ibom Angels defeated Papa Soccer Angels, Chosen Generation FC and Delta Babes to secure a maximum 12 points in Group B1 matches.

The Chairman of the Akwa Ibom FA, Mr Samuel Umoh in a congratulatory message to the team described the victory as well- deserved and laudable.

According to him, "the Akwa Ibom State Football Association is thrilled with the achievement of Ibom Angels FC,  we are indeed very grateful to God Almighty for making Ibom Angels to return to the elite division of the Women Football, it is a promotion well-deserved".

He said, " your promotion is a testimony to the team's determination passion, discipline and hard work which has culminated with a dream reality of returning to top-flight league".

He noted the commitment and the star performance exhibited by the players during the play- offs.

Umoh further extended appreciation to the State Government and stakeholders for the support to the Coach Edwin Okon tutored girls and hoped that they will reciprocate the gesture in the up coming women premiership league in the country.

The FA Boss appealed for more support and partnership for better outings of the team in the Nigerian Women's Football League

It would be recalled that Mr Umoh was physically present in Calabar to support the team.

U20 WORLD CUP: NIGERIA FALCONETS BEAT KOREA REPUBLIC 1-0

A brilliant late goal by Flourish Sabastine in Bogota earned Nigeria all the three points at the expense of Korea Republic and put the Falconets in a good position to reach the Round of 16 at the 11th FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup finals.

Opportunities were few and far between in a game between two strong squads not unfamiliar with themselves, but Nigeria had more of the chances, particularly in a more entertaining second half at the Estadio Metropolitano de Techo.

Big forward Mary Lucky Mkpa was full of endeavour and with some precision, should have put away at least two of the opportunities. The Asians, who also lost by a lone goal to Nigeria in a group phase encounter at the last edition of the competition in Costa Rica two years ago, came close to drawing the first blood on the quarter-hour, but Shukurat Oladipo got one foot to a teasing cross from the right to wrong-foot Park.

Nigeria goalkeeper Shukurat Bakare missed a pull-out altogether in the 28th minute but the Korean touch took the ball over the sticks, and at the other end, Mkpa heaved the ball a little too high after a pass by Rofiat Imuran. Nigeria’s blushes were saved just before half time, when Myeyung rocked the crossbar from a 22-yard free-kick.

In the second half, Sabastine and Amina Bello saw their shots blocked in the opposition box, and substitute Chiamaka Okwuchukwu came close from a good run on the right, before Sabastine sliced the ball from the right wing to smack the upright and roll into the net for the game’s only goal.

Next up for the Falconets is a clash with three-time champions Germany at the same venue on Wednesday evening.