The Akwa Ibom government in Nigeria has activated heightened surveillance and a red alert following the confirmation of a new COVID-19 outbreak, urging residents to adhere to public health guidelines.

The Akwa Ibom government has denied reports of a plan to sell its state-owned power plant, stating it is instead repaying a $9 million loan and implementing reforms to revive the electricity company.

The Akwa Ibom State Government has refuted reports claiming it plans to sell the Ibom Power Company, labeling the allegations as false and outlining future reform and loan repayment strategies.