Rivers Crises, Court barrs 25 Pro Wike's Law Makers from Parading themselves as River State's Law Makers.

 

The Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt, last Friday, barred 25 pro Wike lawmakers from.parading themselves as River State's lawmakers.and members of the River State House of Assembly. This is coming on the heels.of the unabated and continuous hostility between former governor, HE. Nyesom Wike, the Minister of FCT, and his political son, Governor Simitary Fabura, the executive and current governor of River State.

It should be established that the 25 affected law makers are those loyal to, and backing the immediate-past governor of the state, and minister of the FCT,  Nyesom Wike against his successor. 

Whether the strongman of the FCT and former governor will have the last laugh over Governor Sim, the interpretation of the Nigerian electoral law by the court will be the determinant force. For now,lets just seat back and enjoy the drams, as they unfold. 

Bishop Owen Returned to his Root in a familiarisation tour of .Ikot Ekpene Archdeaconry of the Uyo Diosese of Anglican Communion.

 Religious News.

On this day, 12th, May, 2024, marked as the 7th Sunday, after Easter on the Church of Nigeria, Anglican communion calendar, the Bishop of the Uyo Diosese of Nigerian Anglican communion, Bishop: Rt. Rev'd Owen Amos Ukafia (JP) in  a familiarisation tour of the Ikot Ekpene Archdeaconry of the Nigerian Anglican communion faithfuls, saw him returned to the Saint John the Baptist Anglican church,Ikot Ekpene, a station, that is incidentally his first station as a priest of the Anglican communion, after his posting from the seminary many years ago. 

The emotional attached visits, witnessed many old members of the Uyo Diosese of Anglican communion lead Shepard, when he was the vicar of the

St John The Baptist, and new members reconnecting once again with their former vicar and new members meeting their spiritual father for the first time. It also offered moments of reflection on the great relationship and fond memories the Bishop shared with St John The Baptist and her members. interacting with members of St. John The Baptist, the Bishop admonished the congregants to continue to demonstrate the Christian act of love among brethren , and to keep faith with the. Cristian faith. Bishop Ukafia also assured the faithfuls of a sure reward from God for their commitment, and that they should never grow weary, or depart from the Christian faith of serving and walking with God.

The Vicar of St John The Baptist, Ikot Ekpene, Rev'd Mossy Agu expressed his delight to have his Bishop visit St John The Baptist once again, he  prayed that the Lord should bless the Bishop, the Diosese, the entire Anglican communion,and Nigeria. Women groups, men, youths and children, all showed solidary with the Bishop in a very charged atmosphere of worship, praise and the sharing of the word of God.

Double Celebration for the Chancellor

The St John the Baptist Anglican church, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, South-south, Nigeria was the center of attraction last Sunday, as she witnessed the congregation of men and women from all works of life and associations, who all congregated to registered their presence to celebrate with Dame. Bar Helene Egube (JP) and her husband, Dr. (Sir) Emma Egube, who were commemorating the event of her sixtieth birthday and their thirty forth marriage anniversary.

It was indeed a worthy double Celebration that lived up to expectation for the Egubes, as professional colleagues, and associates were all out to honour a woman, whom many regard as a beacon of encouragement to everyone that ever cross her path. Dame. Bar. Helene Egube, a successful legal practitioner, is also the Chancellor of the Diosese of Uyo, Anglican communion, the vice President of the council of Knights, a wife, mother, and many lofty accomplishments and positions in life endeavour is a woman described by many as a diamond that shines in the galaxy. 

The event, which had in attendance the Bishop of Uyo Diosese of the Anglican communion, His Lordship, Bishop: Rt. Rev'd Owen Amos Ukafia (JP), saw the, homily taken by Ven. Dr. John Uzoma PhD, was celebrated by the celebrant, Rev'd. Cannon. (Barr) Zach Nglas, and not forgetting the Vicar, Rev'd Mossy Agu. The event offered a moment of reflection for the Chancellor, who looked back and chronicled the stages of her life journey, and how faithful God has been towards her. 

In expressing her gratitudes to God,she offered herself to the service of ber God and humanity, and urged all who came to celebrate with her to key into the making of a befitting place of worship of the St. John Anglican church, Ikot Ekpene,where she worships a reality. 

Respected members of her profession, the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Ikot Ekpene chapter, the council of Knights of the Uyo Diosese of the Anglican communion, led by her President, Dr. Carter, The Pharmaceutical body, Nigerian Medical Association, (NMA), members of the St John Anglican church, Ikot Ekpene and many others were all on ground to felicitate with the Dame. 

The fun went on to the reception for item number seven, where documentary of their life and many accomplishments and many more were showcased to entertained educate, inform and encouraged guests, The hallmarks of the day was the cutting of the wedding anniversary and birthday cake.We from IKPNews also join in felicitations, and wish the Dame and Chancellor a happy birthday celebration, and wedding anniversary. We wish her and her family many more fruitful, happy years. Congratulations Ma.

Army Promotion Exam, TRADOC Boss Warn Candidates to Shun Examination Malpractices or face Sanctions

 Army.

Examination President and Commander Training and Doctrine Command, Nigerian Army  (TRADOC NA),  Major General Kevin Aligbe has reiterated zero tolerance to Examination malpractices in the on-going 2024   Lieutenant  to  Captain  Practical Promotion Examination (LCPPE) , holding in  Maxwell Khobe Cantonment,   3  Armoured Division Nigerian  Army Area of Responsibility,  Jos Plateau State. 

General Aligbe made the pronouncement on  Sunday 11 February 2024 during  his address  to the  candidates of 2024 Lieutenant to Captain Practical Promotion Examination (LCPPE )  held at Diamond Hall  Crispan Suites and  Events Centre , Jos Plateau State. 

 He warned the candidates to  shun sharp examination practices pointing out that the  consequencies of such offences is heavy sanction that will alter their progression in the Nigerian Army.  

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 He  reminded the candidates that  the examination  is one of the series of professional military education designed to enhance their proficiency and junior leadership capabilities.  Additionally,  to inculcate the core values of the Nigerian Army on the young officers.  

He disclosed that the examination will  also  test the  discipline and  courage of the young officers  that will define their  career progression in the Nigerian Army. He  added that  the examination is intandem with the Command Philosophy of the Chief of Army Staff Lt General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja which is "To Tranform Nigerian Army into well trained, Equipped and Highly motivated Force towards achieving its Constitutiinal Responsibilities In a Joint Environment".

General Aligbe assured the candidates of fairness and openness in the conduct of the examination by the Panelists and the Directing Staff. 

Earlier in his welcome address, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3  Division and Commander Special Task Force , Operation Safe Haven,  Major General AE Abubakar urged the candidates to put in thier best and maintain decorum and discipline adding that the examination is a catalyst in shaping their career progression, expand knowledge and understanding of various aspects of military Operations that will enhace their performance on the ongoing  counter Terrorism and counter Insurgency Operation across the country.

"Your performance in this examination is crutial for your career development. It become essential that you approach it with utmost seriousness and determination. I have keenly followed your activities in the last couple of days and i see an array of physical fit sulbaltern in the Nigerian Army", he concluded. 

The event was  attended by observers from Army Headquarters , Headquarters,  3 Armoured  Division Nigerian Army, Principal Staff officers from  Headquarters TRADOC, Nigerian Army, Examination Panelists and the Directing Staff for 2024 Lieutenant to Captain Practical Promotion Examination.

This news is from the desk of the deputy director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba

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Esa Atan, Uruk USO, How sure are we with the quality of Road being Constructed?

When respite eventually came to the people of Uruk USO, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State toward the end of last year, after several years of being threatened and evicted  by gully erosion, as people deserted their ancestral lands and homes, many had heaved a sigh of relief, as the elusive light at the end of the tunnel finally shun from the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) intervention program to the people.

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Months after the job had commenced, and almost at its completion stage, many stake holders are begining to expressed concern over the quality of jobs being executed and it's durability. Many fear that the road, which has given the Esa Atan road a befitting face  lift so far may just be one of such haphazardly work of the NDDC, which doesn't usually stand durability and quality test. Yesterday, COREN, the  is the council for the regulation of Engineers in Nigeria was sighted at the sight. And whether they are satisfied so far with the quality of job being carried out by NDDC at Esa Atan or not,it's left for them to come out and assured the people. 

And whether NDDC is carrying out a substandard and shady job or standard and quality job, one thing is sure, and that's the fact that it is no longer going to be business as usual, where individuals would collect government contract, only to abandoned them or execute half and substandard job, only to smile home with so much stolen money and be bragging about as a rich and successful man or woman in their respective communities.  Nigerians are wiser, and they are now involved, and know where to go to table their dissatisfaction in issues bothering oñ public works.

St Columbanus Secondary School, Ikwen @65, School Announced Scholarship and other inscentives for categories of students and referrals.

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As St. Columbanus Secondary school, Ikwen, turns 65 this year, The Management of this unique school, in gratitude to God and forebears, marks this attainment by granting more people the privileged and opportunity to study in this seat of wisdom and benefit from her rich heritage in child formation.

 In a press release in the school, the Principal, Rev. FR. Emem Umoren announced a series of Discounts and scholarship opportunities tied to the Entrance Examination coming up on Saturday, 24th February 2024.

The School announced the categories of discounts and scholarship opportunities to include:

1. For the first 50 people to be admitted this year: 

THE VERY FIRST 50 PEOPLE TO GAIN ADMISSION INTO SCOSSI ON 24TH FEBRUARY 2024 WOULD ONLY PAY FOR THE ACCEPTANCE FEE, BUT WOULD WILL BE GIVEN A ONE-TIME DISCOUNT OF 50% OFF BOARDING FEES FOR THE INITIAL TERM.

2. For SCOSSI parents/students who make referrals or bring a new ward; and parents with multiple wards: THEY WILL BE GIVEN A ONE-TIME DISCOUNT, AS  REFERAL/MULTIPLE WARD  BONUS, UP TO A MAXIMUM OF N50,000

3. Scholarships: We have academic and need-based scholarships (Full and Partial) for children - Catholics from Ikot Ekpene diocese and,  non- Catholics and all others, who are financially challenged but who demonstrate exceptional brilliance and are eligible for the offer.  

Yes. It’s too good? But it’s real! Go for it. All the above Discounts and scholarships will be accessed by registering, taking, and passing the Entrance/Qualifying Examination into St. Columbanus Secondary school, Ikwen as follows:

Exam Date: Saturday, 24th February 2024

Time: 9am

Venue: School Premises

Deadline for registration: Saturday, 18th February 2024

Registration is online and by phone. Go online immediately @ www.scossi.sch.ng to register your ward OR Call the school @ 07037809022; 08081920128; 07034195785 for assistance on registration. RUSH NOW AND REGISTER BEFORE THE 18TH FEB DEADLINE‼️

In a related development, the Principal, Rev. FR. EMEM Umoren, used this opportunity to appreciate all who made the THE 2024 SCOSSI OPEN DAY FOR EMERGING STARS (SODES ‘24) A VERY UNIQUE OUTING. WITH 15 NURSERY SCHOOLS ACROSS THE STATE WIELDING ALMOST 200 PUPILS IN ATTENDANCE , FR. EMEM REPORTED THAT ST COLUMBANUS ACTIVATED THE ‘SCOSSI CHARM’ AND THEREBY CREATED A PLATFORM UNTO STARDOM FOR THE VISITING KIDS WHO OBVIOUSLY DID NOT ONLY ENJOY THEMSELVES BUT WENT HOME WITH SCOSSI AS THEIR DREAM SCHOOL. AT THE END OF THE COMPETITION, HOLY CHILD

INTERNATIONAL NURSERY SCHOOL, IKOT EKPENE EMERGED OVERALL FIRST, AVE MARIA NURSERY SCHOOL, IKWEN CAME SECOND AND MONIKA KINDERGARTEN, IKOT EKPENE CAME THIRD. THE OPEN DAY ENDED WITH A NOVELTY FOOTBALL MATCH BETWEEN THE AVE MARIA NURSERY SCHOOL GIRLS AND THE JS1 GIRLS OF SCOSSI, WITH SCOSSI SMILING HOME WITH A 1-0 VICTORY. 

Announcing various Admission discounts to pupils who attended and distinguished themselves during the SODES meet, FR. EMEM used that opportunity to advise all parents to explore the gainful possibility of registering their wards in SCOSSI especially with all the juicy incentives available this year.

I have not stepped Down For Akpabio, it is the Turn of Abak Federal Constituency to Produce the Next Senator--- Emman Ekon

 I have not stepped down for Akpabio, it is the Turn of Abak Federal Constituency to Produce the Next Senator, and i am the most qualified. 

The Akwa Ibom West Senatorial candidate for the YPP, Akwa Ibom State Chapter, Rt. Hon. Emman Ekon has come out to debunk the rumor-making round that he has stepped down for Senator Godswil Obot Akpabio of the All Progressive Party (APC) in the ongoing contest for who would represent the senatorial district at the Red Chamber of the National Assembly come 2023 as a Senator.

Rt. Hon. Ekon, who was speaking at the YPP Senate, House of Rep, and State House members’ campaign flagged off last Monday at Eket, unequivocally stated that he hasn’t, and cannot step down for the former Governor and Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Godwil Akpabio, revealing further that it is the turn of the Abak, Ikah, and Etim Ekpo Federal constituency to produced the next senator representing Ikot Ekpene senatorial district at the Red Chamber, since all the other nine constituencies that made the senatorial district have done so, some even more down twice.

The two-time Green Chamber member further revealed that he is the most experienced and qualified person to clinch the position come next year. Ekon as if echoing what former Minister of Petroleum and elder statesman Chief Don Etiebet posited when he called on Akpabio to jettison his dream for Senate, and allow DIG Ekpoudom, who is of the Abak federal constituency extraction, to go as the federal constituency that hasn’t produced any senator in the ikot Ekpene federal constituency before in a press release over last weekend.

Rt. Hon. Ekon, who didn't hide the fact that Akpabio is his Boss, reiterating that he will not trade his people’s mandate on the platform of  who his boss is. He assured the people of his victory at the poll, and of a better representation.