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UNN alumni mark Akwa Ibom anniversary and urge unity

Source: Premium Times · 23 Sep 2026, 14:45 UTC
UNN alumni mark Akwa Ibom anniversary and urge unity
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The University of Nigeria, Nsukka alumni association has celebrated Akwa Ibom State’s 39th anniversary, praising its journey, peace and development. In a statement reported by Premium Times, the association also called for unity and reflected on the sacrifices of earlier generations and leaders.

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka alumni association has celebrated Akwa Ibom State’s 39th anniversary and called for continued unity. In a statement reported by Premium Times, the association said it was celebrating the state’s journey, collective achievements and the sacrifices of its forebears and leaders. It also described Akwa Ibom as a people created for greatness.

The association highlighted the state’s peace and development as part of the occasion’s significance. However, the supplied material does not identify specific projects, milestones or developments that it was referring to. The statement also did not outline particular measures for promoting unity or name groups that should take part in such efforts.

No response from the state government or other organisations was included in the report. The anniversary message combined celebration with a call for solidarity. The association said the occasion offered an opportunity to recognise the state’s progress and the contributions made along its path, while urging residents and stakeholders to remain united.

The available report gives no further details about events marking the anniversary or the association’s activities.

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