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Three Dead, Others Injured as Flour Truck Crashes into Shops in Akwa Ibom

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Three people lost their lives, and several others sustained injuries after an articulated truck transporting flour veered off the road and crashed into shops in Utu Etim Ekpo, the administrative center of Etim Ekpo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State.

The tragic incident occurred on Monday around 8 p.m.

Attempts to reach the state Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Edward Odiete, were unsuccessful, as his phone lines were switched off at the time of filing this report. However, the Corps Public Relations Officer, John James, assured that an update would be provided once available.

Local eyewitness Gabriel Akpan confirmed the incident, explaining that the accident followed a chase by personnel allegedly attempting to extort the truck driver at a roadblock on the Iwukem–Etim Ekpo–Abak road. Eno Umanah, a resident and motorcycle operator, recounted that the truck, moving at high speed after evading the officers, lost control on a downhill slope near the Etim Ekpo roundabout and plowed into several makeshift shops, resulting in the fatalities.

“It all started when the truck driver, transporting flour from Iwukem toward Abak, was signaled to stop by some personnel at Nkwot Ikot Ebo. He refused, leading them to pursue and overtake him,” Umanah said. “Despite their efforts, he wouldn’t stop, and ultimately, he couldn’t manage the speed on the slope, causing the crash.”

Residents report that the road, constructed during former Governor Godswill Akpabio’s tenure, has seen multiple accidents, with another resident, Akaninyene Umanah, attributing the frequent crashes to what he described as “poor and irregular road alignment.”

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Governor Umo Eno Dissolves Akwa Ibom State Executive Council

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Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect, according to a statement from the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Enobong Uwah.

The dissolution affects all commissioners and special advisers, who are instructed to hand over their duties to the permanent secretaries in their respective ministries. In ministries lacking permanent secretaries, the most senior director is to assume responsibility.

The governor expressed his gratitude to the outgoing council members for their service and contributions to the state’s development, wishing them success in their future endeavors.

Governor Eno inherited the executive council members from his predecessor, Mr. Udom Emmanuel, nearly 19 months ago.

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PDP Welcomes Founding Fathers Back to Party in Akwa Ibom State

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State has celebrated the return of two prominent founding members, Chief Edet Isong and Prince Emmanuel Isong, to the party.

The Ward 2 branch of the PDP in Urue-Offong/Oruko formally welcomed the returnees at a grand ceremony in Uyo, marking their reintegration into the party.

Chief Edet Isong, a former Transition Chairman of Urue-Offong/Oruko, expressed enthusiasm about rejoining the PDP, describing it as “coming back home to contribute, support, and work for my family, the PDP.” He commended Governor Umo Eno’s leadership and the state’s developmental strides, citing projects like the Nsit Atai-Okobo Road as evidence of progress under the administration.

Prince Emmanuel Isong, a retired Director with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), also returned to the PDP, bolstering the party’s presence in Ward 2 and the Urue-Offong/Oruko community.

The Deputy Ward Chairman, Mrs. Nkoyo Unanaonwi, expressed joy at the return of the two stalwarts, highlighting their invaluable contributions to the party and community. “Their return is a big win for our party,” she noted.

Goodwill messages flowed from stakeholders, including Hon. Victor Amah, Chief Daniel Afiakurue, and Comrade Clement Walter, who celebrated the reunion as a significant boost for the PDP.

Chief Isong, previously affiliated with the Young People’s Party (YPP) after leaving the All Progressives Congress (APC), stated his decision was influenced by the steadfast leadership in the PDP and Governor Umo Eno’s people-focused agenda.

The ceremony marked a pivotal moment for the PDP in Urue-Offong/Oruko, as members expressed optimism about the party’s future strengthened by the return of its founding fathers.

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Akwa Ibom PDP Declares Governor Umo Eno Sole Candidate for 2027 Governorship Election

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State has endorsed Governor Umo Eno as its sole candidate for the 2027 governorship election, despite the general election being over two years away.

The decision, announced at the PDP Enlarged State Executive Council Meeting on 6 January 2025, was formalized in a communiqué signed by the party’s state chairperson, Aniekan Akpan. The party cited Governor Eno’s “outstanding performance” and “exemplary leadership” under his Arise Agenda as reasons for the endorsement.

“His vision has delivered significant dividends of democracy for Akwa Ibom State,” the communiqué stated.

This move effectively excludes other aspirants within the party, consolidating Governor Eno’s position as the PDP’s flagbearer in a state that has remained a PDP stronghold since 1999.

Governor Eno, who assumed office on 29 May 2023, dissolved his cabinet hours before visiting the PDP state secretariat in Uyo on Saturday.

With opposition parties like the All Progressives Congress currently weak in the state, Governor Eno appears well-positioned for a second term in 2027.

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