Friday January 16, 2026
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By Utibe-ima OKON

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To commemorate the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, the Akwa Ibom State Government has unveiled a far-reaching welfare initiative aimed at providing sustainable livelihoods for families of fallen security personnel.

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As part of the commitment, Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, announced plans to construct one hundred lock-up stores for widows of fallen military personnel, and fifty lock-up stores for widows of fallen police officers and other security operatives, bringing the total number of stores to one hundred and fifty.

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