*EXCERPTS OF THE AKWA IBOM STATE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY, 26TH MARCH, 2025*

The meeting presided over by His Excellency, the Governor-in-Council, Pastor Umo Eno, and attended by the Deputy Governor, Sen. Akon Eyakenyi, Secretary to the State Government, Head of the Civil Service, the Executive Assistant/Chief Delivery Advisor, All Commissioners, and Special Advisers, commenced at about 12pm.

After extensive deliberations, some key resolutions reached were as follows:

1. The Executive Council ratified and approved the implementation of a modern City Bus transportation system for Uyo metropolis. The project will provide safe, reliable and eco-friendly bus service that will enhance public transportation and accessibility, while driving socioeconomic development to improve the quality of life for citizens.

2. Council also approved the refurbishment and renovation of the Ibom Hotels and Golf Resort, to restore its lost glory. This will involve a total overhaul of furniture, electrical, mechanical components of its appurtenances to give a completely new experience.

3. A request was also brought before Council for the extension of the Julius Berger contract for the maintenance of the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium to ensure the facility maintains its standard as Nigeria’s best and home for the Super Eagles.

4. The Executive Council reviewed the report brought before it on the status of the Eket International market and directed the Inter-ministerial Committee to thoroughly analyze the project, its status and all of the issues surrounding it and submit its report within one month to ensure that the project is brought alive in the interest of the people.

5. EXCO also considered and deliberated on ministerial reports from several ministries, to ensure their short term programmes and plans align with the ARISE Agenda and follow through implementation timelines.

6. Council also approved commencement of pensioners verification exercise from the 1st of April, 2025 so that the State can have a clean pensions record and continue the process of seamless payment of pensions to beneficiaries.

7. In line with the provisions of the Road Traffic Law, cap 115 of Akwa Ibom State 2001 and Akwa Ibom State Transport Regulation of 2022, the Executive Council considered the current menace and issues associated with motorcycles and tricycles operations in the State Capital and directed a strict implementation of the prohibition order on motorcycles in every part of Uyo metropolis.

On this, Council also reaffirmed the prohibition of tricycles in some sections of the metropolis, such as Wellington Bassey Way and four other roads including Abak road by Nsentip street up to Ibom Plaza, Aka road by Etuk Street before the plaza, Ikot Ekpene road by Udi street up to the plaza and Oron road by Okokon Etuk Street to the plaza area.

His Excellency, the Governor in Council has therefore directed the Ministries of Transportation; Internal Security and security agencies to ensure strict compliance to enable government curb criminality and the menace experienced lately.

8. Council also acknowledged the hosting of the Niger Delta Sports Festival in Uyo and commended the Niger Delta Development Commission for bringing the event to Akwa Ibom State, while calling on the people to come out en-masse and support the event to ensure success.

The meeting ended at about 6:30pm.

Rt. Hon. Aniekan Umanah
Commissioner for Information, AKS
26/03/2025

Former Nigeria Coach Bonfrère Jo After Super Eagles draw against Zimbabwe: “How do you expect to qualify for the World Cup if you don’t win games?” he questioned.

He continued, “In the past, if we didn’t beat Zimbabwe 3-0 or 4-0, the fans would throw stones at us.

“With the huge number of Super Eagles players in top European leagues, a 1-1 draw with Zimbabwe is unacceptable. I don’t see how they can qualify for the World Cup, except maybe through the play-offs.

“If that happens, good. But it’s embarrassing that the Super Eagles are struggling against teams they should be beating convincingly.”

When asked what could be have gone wrong in game:

He said, “I didn’t watch the match, but did the coach not have enough information on Zimbabwe? Did he use the wrong tactics? Or did the players fail to execute the game plan?

“Was it a loss of concentration? Why couldn’t the attackers score more goals? If they had put away two or three chances, Zimbabwe’s late goal wouldn’t have mattered as much.

“It’s sad, painful, and unfortunate. Small teams are now looking the Super Eagles in the eye and asking, ‘What can you do?’ No team fears them anymore, and that is worrying,” Bonfrère Jo lamented.
(Via CompleteSports)

You are one decision away from a completely different life

You are one decision away from a completely different life

Six Leadership Principles that we can learn from an Eagle

1. Eagles fly Alone and at High Altitudes.
They don't fly with sparrows, ravens, and other small birds.

MEANING; Stay away from narrow-minded people, those that bring you down. Eagle flies with Eagles. Keep good company.

2. Eagles have an Accurate Vision. They have the ability to focus on something as far as 5km away. No matter the obstacles, the eagle will not move his focus from the prey until he grabs it.

MEANING; Have a vision and remain focused no matter what the obstacles and you will succeed.

3. Eagles do not Eat Dead things. They Feed only on Fresh Prey.

MEANING; Do not rely on your past success, keep looking for new frontiers to conquer. Leave your past where it belongs, in the past.

4. Eagles Love the Storm.
When clouds gather, the eagle gets excited, the eagle uses the storms wind to lift itself higher. Once it finds the wind of the storm, the eagle uses the raging storm to lift itself above the clouds. This gives the eagle an opportunity to glide and rest its wings. In the meantime, all the other birds hide in the branches and leaves of the tree.

MEANING; Face your challenges head on knowing that these will make you emerge stronger and better than you were. We can use the storms of life to rise to greater heights. Achievers are not afraid to rise to greater heights. Achievers are not afraid of challenges, rather they relish them and use them profitably.

5. Eagles Prepare for Training;
They remove the feathers and soft grass in the nest so that the young ones get uncomfortable in preparation for flying and eventually flies/ when it becomes unbearable to stay in the nest./

MEANING; Leave your Comfort Zone, there is No Growth there.

6. When the Eagle Grows Old,
His feathers becomes weak and cannot take him as fast and as high as it should. This makes him weak and could make him die. So he retires to a place far away in the mountains. While there, he plucks out the weak feathers on his body and breaks its beaks and claws against the rocks until he is completely bare; a very bloody and painful process. Then he stays in this hiding place until he has grown new feathers, new beaks and claws and then he comes out flying higher than before.

MEANING; We occasionally need to shed off old habit no matter how difficult, things that burden us or add no value to our lives should be let go of.

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Financial Mistakes Ladies Make in Their 20s & 30s That Can Ruin Their Future

Your 20s and 30s are some of the most important years of your life. This is when you start making major financial decisions, some good, some bad.

And let’s be real: money mistakes made in these years don’t just disappear; they follow you for years, sometimes even decades.

If you don’t handle your money wisely now, you might wake up at 40 or 50, wondering where all your hard-earned money went.

Here are some major financial mistakes women make in their 20s and 30s that can ruin their future. If you’re guilty of any of these, don’t panic, just start making changes today.

Overspending to Impress People Who Don’t Care
This one is dangerous, yet so common. Too many ladies spend money they don’t have just to look good for people who aren’t even watching.

- Buying expensive clothes, wigs, or designer bags you can’t afford just to keep up with trends.

- Eating out at fancy restaurants every weekend to impress friends.

- Going broke because of destination trips, birthday celebrations, and ‘soft life’ vibes.

Listen, it’s great to look good and enjoy life, but NOT at the cost of your financial future.

What’s the point of looking rich if your bank account is crying?

Not Having Savings, Spending Everything You Earn
If your account balance reads "0" at the end of every month, you’re in trouble.

- No matter how much or how little you earn, ALWAYS save something.

- Emergencies happen. Life is unpredictable. If you don’t have savings, one financial crisis can wipe you out completely.

- Start small, just 10% of your income can make a big difference in the long run.

A woman who has savings is a woman who has control over her life.

Depending on Men for Financial Security

Ladies, listen carefully: NEVER put your entire financial future in the hands of a man.

- Yes, it’s okay if your partner supports you, but you must have your own money.

- Too many women give up their financial independence, only to regret it later when things go wrong.

A financially independent woman is a powerful woman. No one can control you when you control your own money.

Avoiding Investment and Thinking ‘I’ll Figure It Out Later’

Many women think investing is for men or rich people. WRONG.

- The earlier you start investing, the better.

- Learn about stocks, real estate, or even small business investments.

- Money sitting in your account is losing value—make your money work for you.

Your future self will thank you for the smart choices you make today.

Accumulating Too Much Debt

Debt can feel like a quick solution, but it can also be a lifelong trap.

- Credit cards, unnecessary loans, buying things in installments, it all adds up.

- Many women enter their 30s drowning in debt with nothing to show for it.

- If you must take a loan, let it be for something that will increase your financial value (like education or business).

Debt steals your future wealth. Avoid it as much as possible.

Failing to Learn About Money

- You don’t need to be a financial expert, but basic money knowledge is a MUST.

- Read books, watch videos, attend seminars, educate yourself.

- Financial freedom starts with financial education.

If you don’t control money, money will control you.

I hope you put this to use.

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