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Akwa Ibom govt’s Facebook page describes Akpabio as ‘Acting President of Nigeria’

On Tuesday, the Akwa Ibom State Government's Facebook page described Senate President Godswill Akpabio as “Acting President of Nigeria”. The post was later edited to remove the controversial description. The post Akwa Ibom govt’s Facebook page describes Akpabio as ‘Acting President of Nigeria’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Akwa Ibom govt’s Facebook page describes Akpabio as ‘Acting President of Nigeria’

The Akwa Ibom State Government's Facebook page described Senate President Godswill Akpabio as "Acting President of Nigeria" in a post on Tuesday, according to Premium Times. The post was later edited to remove the description.

Governor Umo Eno has approved the appointment of five new aides, as reported by Punch. The appointees are to coordinate youth, women, senior citizens, and grassroots mobilisation across the state. Those appointed include Mrs Mercy Eka, Ms Blessing Ossom, Obongama Jimmy, Dr (Mrs) Alice Etuk, and Smart Samuel Usanga.

The appointments take effect from September 1, 2026, and are expected to strengthen the administration's engagement with key groups. The state government congratulated the appointees and wished them success in their new roles.

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