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OBITUARY: Pastor Akpan John Esenyie (1943-2024)

With heavy hearts but giving thanks to God Almighty who created him, the family of Pastor Akpan John Esenyie wishes to announce the passing into eternity of Pastor Akpan John Esenyie. He entered peacefully into Eternal Rest on February 26,…

OBITUARY: Kokoette Wilfred Essien

The Essien family mourns the passing of Wilfred Kokoette Essien, who returned to his Maker on February 9, 2024. Native of Mbiaya Uruan, Kokoette was a longtime dedicated member of AKISAN – New York Chapter. He lived a life full…

The AKISAN USA 2020 – 2023 Impact Report is now Available

Our impact report for the years 2020 – 2023 is now available. We thank all our sponsors and donors for making everything we have been able to do, possible.  We also especially appreciate our volunteers without which our great association…

The 2024 AKISAN USA Almanac is now on SALE!

For the first time ever, AKISAN USA now has an almanac! This year’s almanac features members of the national council – National Secretariat, Board of Trustees and Council of Chapter Presidents There are only 150 copies in circulation. Own a…

10 Students in the United States get Awarded $500 each in Scholarships in 2023

In May 2023, 175 students were awarded $12,000 in scholarships in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.  10 students in the United States were also awarded $500 each in scholarships. Plans for the 2024 scholarship awards are underway.  Stay tuned to the…

Unveiling Diversity in Medical Imaging: Akisan Member Angela Udongwo Leads Groundbreaking Research

Meet Angela Udongwo, a dedicated member of Akisan and a third-year medical student at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. Angela’s remarkable journey takes a significant turn as she leads a groundbreaking research project to enhance the interpretation of radiological scans…