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Problems of Akwa Ibom State Journalism

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At a point the Akwa Ibom State government became seriously rattled by the press especially the print media. To a large extent a section of the press had discovered that exhuming skeletons of public officers to put on display in the public got the people’s fancy to no little measure. Since it spun out large dividends to the practitioners the business got sustained and vigorously too. Perhaps the incumbent governor, Deacon Udom Emmanuel had once taken notice of the irresistible rascality of the situation and must have confided in some…

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Entertainment 

I and Don Jazzy already recorded a collabo before TuFace asked – D’banj

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Popular Nigerian Afro pop artiste, D’banj has revealed he already planned a collaboration with former label mate and partner, Don Jazzy long before TuFace urged them to get back in the studio together. D’banj who was recently unveiled as a brand ambassador for SLOT added that the new single will be sponsored by Telcom company, GLO. Speaking with Potpourri, he said, “Glo has said they will sponsor it, even before 2Face begged us. We’re already working on something great that you guys will love; and I guarantee you will hear…

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Fashion Designer shames Desmond Elliot over ‘oshofree clothes’

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Desmond Elliot, a lawmaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, representing Surulere Constituency, has been shamed online by an up and coming fashion designer called ‘Gentle Inspired’ for wearing his designs free of charge and not giving him a shout out. The young designer has claimed that he has been begging the actor and film director for recognition on social media but has gotten none till date even though he enjoys wearing his outfits. It’s uncertain if Desmond paid for any of the clothes, but the designer has alleged…

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I squashed my beef with Chris Brown because he’s below me – Tyson Beckford

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Ralph Lauren Polo model Tyson Beckford has said he squashed his beef with singer Chris Brown because they are not on the same level. According to the Ladies man, he is so high up that he can’t see Chris Brown’s childish tantrums. Beckford who hosted a party in Atlantic City over the weekend added he chose to throw in the towel because he was the bigger man. It could be recalled that their beef popped off after Beckford shared a photo of Chris Brown’s ex Karrueche Tran on social media…

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Davido to premiere five never-aired videos from debut album “O.B.O” on MTV

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HKN Gang’s Davido has disclosed he will be dropping five never-seen-before videos from his debut album “OBO” to herald the premiere of his sophomore album, “Baddest” MTV Base. According to the afro pop singer, the videos which include, New Skul Tinz featuring label mates, Sina Rambo and B-Red, Bless Me featuring May D, Dollars in The Bank featuring Kayswitch, Video and MaryJane, will air on MTV Base’ show tagged, Davido Exposed on Saturday, October 10, 2015. Davido further disclosed that “New Skul Tins” is his least liked video and he…

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Politics 

AKS Govt. House Invasion: AKHA clears air on 7 days ultimatum to DSS

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By Aniekan Sunday The 6th Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has cleared the air on the 7 days ultimatum given to the operatives of Directorate of Security Service (DSS) over its recent invasion of Akwa Ibom State Government House. Addressing members of the AKHA Press Corp during a Media Chat, at the Assembly Complex, the House Committee Chairman on Information and Communication, Rt. Hon. (Barr.) Ime Okon said the House is still against the act of the DSS. “Yes, it is true that, Akwa Ibom House of Assembly rose…

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Youth Leader appreciates Gov. Udom, hails Nsit Atai Traditional Council Chairman

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By Aniekan Sunday A youth leader of Nsit Atai Local Government Area, Akparawa Ndu Akpan Davis has appreciated the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Deacon Udom Emmanuel for the choice of Otuekong Uduak Ekpewo to lead the affairs of Nsit Atai Local Government Council as Transition Chairman. Speaking to our reporter in Uyo, the State capital, Akparawa Davis said the appointment of Rt. Hon. Uduak Ekpewo into the number 1 seat of the area was well deserved and meritorious considering his track records and experiences. He equally commended the Chairman for…

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Politics 

The politics of underdevelopment and the future of Nigeria

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By Paulinus Nta A country is said to be developed when the per capita income of the common man on the street can raise him above poverty line; a state is said to be developed when the common man on the street has access and means to quality education; when majority of the labour force are gainfully employed that is when unemployment is not alarming. Any economy where the citizen’s consumption level is very low, where individual savings are low or where there’s no decent and affordable housing scheme and…

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Quadruplet’s parent solicits help

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The parent of quadruplet, Mr. and Mrs. Itoro Aniedi Edem from Nnung Ukana, Ibesikpo Asutan local Government Area have called on governments, organizations and good minded individuals to come to their aid by assisting in catering for their four new born kids. According to the parent, it has always been the greatest challenge for them to take good care of their four babies in terms of feeding and healthcare. While thanking the Almighty God for the precious gifts given to them, the parents said that since the children are gifts…

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Nsit Atai Advocacy Forum: Her swindler blackmails on Rt. Hon. Mark Esset

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By Aniekan Sunday It is actually horrendous that one can frequently get to read some twaddle on the social media authored by a group of clueless and nonentities just to murder someone’s hard earn reputation. Normally, in my style of journalism, I hardly join issues especially when it holds no water and lacking substance and merit. But to serve the minds of the good people of the state and Nsit Atai in particular from being poisoned by a faceless group simply identified as ‘Nsit Atai Advocacy Forum’ on their ongoing…

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