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GIFA Reaches Out To 1200 Senior Citizens In Akwa Ibom
Senior citizens totaling 1200 drawn from the 31 Local Government Areas in Akwa Ibom State have received welfare packages courtesy of Golden Initiative For All (GIFA).

GIFA is an initiative of the late first lady Pastor Patience Umo Eno and is being coordinated by Mrs. Helen Obareki who is the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to Governor Umo Eno and Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady.
The initiative, aimed at easing the economic challenges faced by the elderly, was part of ongoing efforts to support and alleviate the burdens of senior citizens during these difficult times according to Mrs. Mercy Eka, the coordinator of the program.
Speaking at the August/September edition of the A.R.I.S.E Initiative program, held at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Uyo, Mrs. Mercy Eka, emphasized that the program was born out of a commitment to the well-being of the elderly in Akwa Ibom State.
She expressed gratitude to the Governor for appointing Mrs. Obareki to continue the work of the late First Lady, Pastor Patience Umo Eno assuring that they would work diligently to uphold the vision of the A.R.I.S.E Agenda.
Mrs. Eka also eulogized the late First Lady for her initiative in launching the program in collaboration with her pet project, the Golden Initiative For All (GIFA), noted that the program has made a significant impact on the lives of many since its inception in early 2024.
In her goodwill message Dr. Ini Adiakpan, the Honourable Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare thanked the elderly citizens for their contributions to the State.
She affirmed that the Governor had made adequate provisions for their welfare and described Mrs. Obareki as a capable and well-prepared leader who will continue the legacies of the late First Lady. Dr. Adiakpan pledged her unwavering support for Mrs. Obareki.
Delivering a lecture during the event, Dr. Edikan Ekwere, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Health Matters, hinted that the Akwa Ibom State Health Insurance Agency (AKSHIA) is a critical tool for improving the health status quo of senior citizens.
He explained that AKSHIA offers free medical services to individuals aged 60 and above, ensuring access to healthcare at any time. Dr. Ekwere added that the A.R.I.S.E program also provides care for children under five, pregnant women, and people with disabilities, with the initiative running for one year.

Beneficiaries, including Deaconess Iquo George and Mr. Charles Ntuk, expressed their gratitude to Governor Umo Eno, Mrs. Helen Obareki, and Mrs. Mercy Eka for their foresight in launching a program that positively impacts their lives.
Among the dignitaries present at the event were Mrs. Margaret Udeme Otong, wife of the Speaker of the House of Assembly; Mrs. Fumi Idongesit Nkanga, wife of the former military Governor; Mrs. Unyime Aniekan Akpan, wife of the PDP State Chairman; Dr. Ini Adiakpan, Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Mrs. Inemesit Uwah, wife of the Secretary to the State Government; and Mrs. Comfort Bob, wife of the political leader of Uyo Senatorial District, among others.
LIFESTYLE
Peller says agberos more than guests at his traditional wedding
TikToker, Peller, has alleged that several incidents, including phone thefts and a road accident, occurred outside the venue of his traditional wedding, saying the events disrupted guests despite the celebration taking place inside.
Peller made the claims while speaking during a livestream, where he reflected on what he described as the chaotic atmosphere around the venue on the day of the ceremony.
According to the content creator, he wants his white wedding to be different from the traditional ceremony because of the incidents that reportedly happened outside the event.
“No worry, my white wedding no go be like the way una do that day. Na so I see one video wey car go jam one guy,” he said.
According to Peller, what was meant to be a joyful celebration was overshadowed by reports of phone thefts and confusion outside the venue, incidents he blamed on suspected hoodlums popularly known as agberos.
“Agbero don occupy Lagos. No be small. Agbero plenty pass guests wey come to my wedding. Agbero plenty outside. People wey come say dem dey snatch their phones. Una know how many phone I don pay for?” he said.
He claimed one female guest had her phone stolen shortly after arriving at the venue.
“One girl, as she reach, na so dem snatch her phone for gate. Dem run away,” he alleged.

Peller also recalled learning about a reported accident while he was inside the hall celebrating.
“Me wey I dey inside hall dey do my wedding, na so them say I kill person.
“Agbero stay for front of car. Them say comot, he no gree. The car owner vex con jam am,” he said.
LIFESTYLE
Ibom Entertainer’s Forum In Etinan Gets New Executive Members
The Chairman of Etinan Local Government Area, Hon Uko Umoh, has announced Mr Nelson Nseabasi as his Special Assistant on entertainment.
The announcement was made during the inauguration of new Etinan chapter officers of Ibom Entertainer’ s Forum on Friday,5th September 2025.

The inauguration of the new executive which took place at the Millennium Hall of the Council also featured a presentation of award and entertainment outfit to the Chairman.
Inaugurating the new chapter executive members, the International President of Ibom Entertainer’s Forum, Mr. David Sergeant (Utang Akwa Ibom) applauded the chairman for being accessible, simple and showing capacity in running the affairs of the local government area.

David Sergeant who is also the Senior Special Assistant to the governor on entertainment thanked the governor, Pastor Umo Eno PhD, for appointing 9 special assistants in entertainment describing it, as first in history not only in Akwa Ibom but Nigeria as a whole.
“Ibom Entertainer’s Forum in Etinan will promote, project and protect your interest going forward” he added.
In a goodwill message, Mr. God-fada Uko thanked the chairman, Hon Uko Umoh, for going the extra mile to ensure the inauguration ceremony is a huge success.
He charged the new executive members to be up and doing in order to make Etinan the best in terms of entertainment. ” Go into the rural communities and bring out entertainers to showcase to the world”

In his acceptance speech, comrade Ubong Ikpe, assured all that his executive will make Etinan around. “The mantle that has been handed to us we will not let Etinan and Akwa Ibom down”
In his goodwill message, the chairman of Etinan Local Government Area, Hon Uko Umoh, assured Ibom Entertainer’s Forum of his willingness to work with them in promoting the rich cultural heritage of the people of Etinan local government area.
“I therefore urge the new executive members of the forum in Etinan to lead with the fear of God, integrity and transparency as these will boost the confidence of entertainers in the leadership”
The inauguration ceremony was witnessed by the Leader of the Legislative Council, Hon Ekerete Umoh, Deputy Leader, Hon Abasifreke Noah, Hon Deborah Umana and Hon Ndianabasi John.
The Dean of Supervisors, Hon Tony Eboh, Hon Emmanuel Sampson and Hon Solomon Akpan.
The 21 member executive includes, Comrade Ubong Ikpe, coordinator, Ofonime Okosi deputy Coordinator, Fenno Okon, secretary, Nsikak Umoh assistant secretary.

Others are Etienne Orok Treasurer, Imefon Aniekan Financial secretary, Ubong Isaac as the auditor, MMandu as Woman Leader 1, Ekaette Daniel woman Leader 2, Anietie Johnson Youth Leader 1, Emmanuel Attat Youth Leader 2, Ubong Umoh Director of Publicity, Mfon Inyang Organizing Secretary, Idongesit Effiong Director of mobilization, Offonime Dan Welfare 1, Idongesit Tom Welfare 2.
Richard Charles Provost, Sgt. Sunday Ekpah Ex Officio, Akparawa Ibanga Itat Ex Officio, Mandu Bassey Special Adviser and Joshua Jonah Robert.
LIFESTYLE
Chioma remembers late Son, Ifeanyi after wedding banquet
Chioma Adeleke, wife of singer Davido, has taken to social media to pay tribute to her late son, Ifeanyi, who died in October 2022.
On her Instagram page on Thursday, Chioma shared photos of her wedding bouquet with Ifeanyi’s image pinned to it. She captioned the post,, “My best friend walked me into forever…. Ify, you’re on my mind every day and you live in my heart. Always and forever. Love, mummy.”
Davido, who also honoured Ifeanyi at their wedding by wearing cufflinks engraved with his son’s image, responded to her post with the words, “Till Infinity.”
Ifeanyi, the couple’s first child together, passed away at three years old after drowning in a swimming pool at the family’s Banana Island residence in Lagos. The tragedy shocked fans across Nigeria and beyond, sparking an outpouring of sympathy for the celebrity couple.
Davido and Chioma sealed their love story with an extravagant white wedding in Miami on August 10, 2025, the final chapter of three ceremonies following their court marriage in March 2023 and traditional wedding in Lagos in June 2024
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