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Do You Know Dorothy Ufot: The First Akwa Ibom Woman To Become A Senior Advocate Of Nigeria
April 19, 2022
Working in a male-dominated profession like ADR poses different challenges to women at every stage. As a young arbitrator, one of the first challenges I observed is the unwillingness of senior and older male lawyers to appear before you as an arbitrator, particularly as a Sole Arbitrator. But this is where Dorothy Udeme Ufot … Continue reading Do You Know Dorothy Ufot: The First Akwa Ibom Woman To Become A Senior Advocate Of Nigeria
By jeremiah
Video Of The Week: Is This The Most Beautiful Place In Nigeria?
April 19, 2022
Although many long to tour Nigeria and experience the beauty of its various tourist attractions, this is often impossible due to several factors including financial constraints, cultural differences, and the Covid-19 pandemic. Read more about Video of the week Social media has made the world more connected than ever. Today, you can view your … Continue reading Video Of The Week: Is This The Most Beautiful Place In Nigeria?
Helpful Little Articles: 7 Affordable SALONS in Uyo
April 19, 2022
Uyo is the capital of Akwa Ibom in the southeastern part of Nigeria and in recent years, the tourism aura in Calabar (less than an hour from Uyo) has rubbed off on it. The town is filled with luxury spots, hotels and the like and the climate is quite typical of a coastal town in … Continue reading Helpful Little Articles: 7 Affordable SALONS in Uyo
By david-okwara
Recipe for Iwuk Edesi
April 19, 2022
Iwuk edesi is the Efik-Ibibio version of native jollof rice. It is easy to prepare and it’s delicious too. The palm oil used in preparing this food gives it a traditional taste. Iwuk edesi can be cooked with or without vegetables. I love the flavor scent leaves give to this pot of native delight. However, … Continue reading Recipe for Iwuk Edesi
Crazy About the South-South: Tourism Spots in Akwa Ibom State
April 19, 2022
Akwa Ibom is a picturesque state lined with a sandy beach shoreline, mangrove forests and urban cities. Visiting as a tourist? Here are some awesome places to check out. 1. Ikot Ekpene City Plaza In the heart of Ikot Ekpene, the Raffia City, lies this plaza. From its artfully built premises lined with palm trees and a … Continue reading Crazy About the South-South: Tourism Spots in Akwa Ibom State
By ann
Crazy About the South-South: 3 Things To Do In Akwa Ibom
April 19, 2022
Akwa Ibom is called the Land of Promise. It is one of the oil and gas producing states in Nigeria and was a part of Cross River State before its creation. Akwa Ibom also holds promise for tourists. Its capital, Uyo, is gaining recognition as a commercial city along with the likes of Lagos, Abuja, Kaduna, … Continue reading Crazy About the South-South: 3 Things To Do In Akwa Ibom
By ann
Why Some in Southern Nigeria Consider Dog Meat a Delicacy
April 19, 2022
Dogs are affectionate, brave, and loyal. In most developed countries, their services are utilized at home and at work. However, the dog has another purpose for some people in Nigeria. That purpose is for consumption. Specifically known for dog meat consumption are the Efik-Ibibio ethnic group. The Efik-Ibibio reside in the South-South geopolitical zone in … Continue reading Why Some in Southern Nigeria Consider Dog Meat a Delicacy
Recipe for Asa Akpakpa
April 19, 2022
On our menu today is the Ibibio delicacy, Asa Akpakpa. Asa akpakpa is also called asa ibokpot. This food is very popular during the early or late harvest season. This is largely because maize, the main ingredient for this food is readily available at that time. The recipe for this food was sent by an … Continue reading Recipe for Asa Akpakpa
Akwa Ibom Has Launched Its State-Owned Airline
April 19, 2022
Portions of the Nigerian skies could be graced by a new state-owned airline, with the recent launch of Ibom Air this week. An announcement by the Akwa Ibom state government has confirmed that it has taken delivery of two aircraft which should form part of the airline’s fleet. The official disclosure of the airplanes’ presence … Continue reading Akwa Ibom Has Launched Its State-Owned Airline
2018 National Youth Games: Day 1 Review
April 19, 2022
Team Akwa Ibom has picked the first gold medal in Judo in Day 1 of the ongoing National Youth Games (NYG) in Ilorin, Kwara state. Judo Ubong Bassey ably defeated Delta’s Uwanne Chukwuemeka in the boys 36kg Judo final to pick the historic win for Akwa Ibom state. Delta’s Chidiebube Ogunedo and Bayelsa’s Shawn Julius, won … Continue reading 2018 National Youth Games: Day 1 Review
By achem
Top 12 Tourist destinations in Southern Nigerian
April 19, 2022
Nigeria is blessed with abundant tourism opportunities in almost every segment of the country. Today our focus is on the oil-rich south-south geopolitical zone in Nigeria. The southern states in Nigeria include Edo State, Bayelsa State, Cross River State, Akwa Ibom State, Delta State and Rivers State. Some of these places have multiple attractions but we will highlight … Continue reading Top 12 Tourist destinations in Southern Nigerian
By ann
Akwa-Ibom To Import 2,000 Pregnant Cows From Mexico
April 19, 2022
According to a report by This Day, Akwa-Ibom state is set to import 2,000 pregnant cows. The cows, which are currently being quarantined are expected to ship from Mexico, the Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Charles Udoh, said during an interview in Uyo. Udoh further explained that the state government has … Continue reading Akwa-Ibom To Import 2,000 Pregnant Cows From Mexico
By chidinmakalu
Governor Akpabio Honoured at Scrabble Gala Night
April 19, 2022
The Association of African Scrabble Federations, (ASF), has named Akwa Ibom State Governor, Godswill Akpabio, as the Pillar of African Scrabble at a gala night that closed the 7th Godswill Akpabio International Scrabble Classics (GAISC), in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. He was named due to his support for the sport, according to the president of … Continue reading Governor Akpabio Honoured at Scrabble Gala Night
By sheyi
Akwa Ibom State Fun Festival
April 19, 2022
One of the biggest hotel chains in Akwa Ibom state – Monty Suites Group – will be celebrating its 25th anniversary on September 21, in a fun festival. The event will bring some of the biggest stars in the Nigerian Entertainment Industry to town. The list includes Wizkid, Iyanya and Chidinma; Gordons, Helen Paul and … Continue reading Akwa Ibom State Fun Festival
