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The youth wing of apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has described the recent effort of the Nigerian Government towards the release of former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu as heart warming.  National President of the organisation, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike spoke through a statement he made available to journalists on Thursday in Enugu.  Okwu recalled that the Ohanaeze youths pushed severally to secure the attention of then former president, late Muhammadu Buhari for the same purpose, but the government was not interested.  He said it was a thing of delight that President Bola Tinubu’s government has moved towards facilitating the return of Ekweremadu to Nigeria. It could be recalled that President Tinubu’s delegation, led by Foreign Affairs Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, has commenced consultations with the United Kingdom, UK, authorities on the possibilities of securing Ekweremadu's transfer to Nigeria to serve his remaining ...

In a decisive move to strengthen basic education across Anambra State, Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has approved the establishment of 30 brand new public primary schools in communities where none currently exist. The landmark decision was taken at the first Executive Council Meeting after his landmark winning over the weekend, signaling a renewed commitment to equitable educational access and community development. According to a statement from the Anambra State Government House, the governor’s directive aims to ensure that every child in the state, regardless of location, has access to quality primary education, a key foundation for human capital development. Governor Soludo, who was recently re-elected for a second term, emphasized that education remains the bedrock of his administration’s development agenda. He noted that the new schools will be strategically located in underserved and remote communities, many of which currently lack functional public primary schools...

The Federal Polytechnic, Oko, has held a valedictory session in honour of its late Bursar, Mr. Stephen Udu, described by colleagues and associates as a man of integrity, humility, and uncommon dedication to duty. Speaking during the special session held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at the institution’s Convocation Arena, the Rector, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, paid glowing tributes to the late bursar, noting that his passing was a great loss to the Polytechnic community. Dr. Awuzie described Mr. Udu as a consummate professional who served the institution with distinction. “Mr. Udu served this Polytechnic with unwavering dedication, integrity, and excellence,” she said. “He set a standard of loyalty and professionalism, not only in managing the finances of the Polytechnic but also in his civility, humility, and kindness towards people around him. He made a difference, not through noise or fanfare, but by doing his work quietly, faithfully, and consistently.” The Rector, on be...

The governorship candidate of the Action Alliance (AA) in the just-concluded Anambra State election, Chief Jeff Nweke, has congratulated Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo on his victory, urging other contestants to accept the outcome and join hands with the governor in advancing the state. Speaking at a press conference in Awka on Monday, Nweke described the election as largely peaceful, credible, and a true reflection of the people’s will. He appealed to those planning to challenge the results in court to reconsider, emphasizing that governance requires collective effort rather than prolonged legal battles. “Our people have spoken, and the voice of the people is the voice of God,” Nweke said. “I have accepted the outcome of the election and already sent my congratulatory message to the governor. It is time for all of us, regardless of party affiliation, to come together and support him in building a greater Anambra.” Nweke commended the Independent National Electoral Commis...

By Raymond Ozoji, Awka  The President-General of Umueri General Assembly in Anambra-East Local Government Area of Anambra State, Chief Amb. Dr. John Metchie has said that he predicted Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo's reelection in September this year during the 2025 Umueri New Yam Festival Celebration.  Metchie said he predicted Soludo's historic reelection victory when he told journalists while responding to questions from them during the community's new yam festival this year that the governor had already won the November 8th governorship election because there is absolutely no one contesting with him or against him.  Metchie who spoke exclusively with this journalist in his country home Ezi-Umueri, recalled that he had made it categorically clear that there is no vacancy for now in the Light House Awka and that anyone else seeking to be governor should go to states like Kaduna and try their luck because Anambra state has been taken by Governor Chukwuma Ch...

.....As Governor hails Tinubu, INEC for ensuring transparent and credible election The Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, and his Deputy, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim, on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, received their Certificates of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), following their re-election for a second term in office. The presentation ceremony, held at the INEC headquarters in Awka, was presided over by the Commission’s Supervising National Commissioner and Chairman, Tenders Board Committee, Dr. Ken Ukeagu. The event was witnessed by the governor’s wife, Mrs. Nonye Soludo, and their children, as well as top government officials, members of the Anambra State House of Assembly, and supporters of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). Notable attendees included the member representing Ihiala Federal Constituency, Hon. Pascal Agbodike; Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Ben Obidike; and Chairman of Awka North Local Governme...

The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC) has commenced the second phase of its free prepaid meter distribution under “Tranche B” of the Meter Acquisition Fund (MAF) metering program, a metering initiative instituted by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to close the existing metering gap in the sector and put an end to estimated billing. The Group Head, Corporate Communications of EEDC, Mr. Emeka Ezeh, made this known in a statement issued on Tuesday. The metering program, funded through the Meter Acquisition Fund (MAF) “Tranche B”, is targeted at unmetered customers on service band “A” feeders across the South-East region. According to Ezeh, a total of 13,335 customers of EEDC, including those of its subsidiary companies, will be beneficiaries in this phase of the metering program which began on 2nd November 2025, with the Know Your Customer (KYC) validation exercise. He affirmed that the free metering initiative is funded through the Meter ...

Governor Hope Uzodimma has ordered the immediate suspension of all activities of the Imo State Environmental Transformation Commission (ENTRACO) following a tragic incident in Owerri that reportedly claimed one life and left another person critically injured. The suspension, announced on Monday, November 10, 2025, takes effect immediately. According to a statement issued by Oguwike Nwachuku, the Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, the decision followed a report linking ENTRACO operatives to the incident. Governor Uzodimma expressed concern over the development and noted that it was not the first time the agency’s mode of operation had drawn public criticism. He said the government could no longer overlook the recurring issues associated with the agency’s enforcement approach. “The Governor is not unmindful of other recent ugly incidents where the mode of operations of ENTRACO has been brought to question by members of the public,” the stateme...

TAF Africa has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other stakeholders to strengthen efforts toward ensuring full participation of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria’s elections process. The call followed the organization’s observation of the 2025 Anambra State Governorship Election, which revealed persistent gaps in accessibility and inclusion. In a post election press release made available to this newspaper through the senior communications officer to TAF, Lynn Agwuncha,TAF Africa, with support from the European Union under the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EUSDGN II) Programme, said they deployed 150 trained citizen observers, 25 sign language interpreters, and roving media monitors across the 21 local government areas of Anambra State. The process was coordinated through the TAF Disability Hub Application, a real-time, data-driven platform for tracking accessibility, assistive tools, and the voting ex...

Senator Uche Ekwunife, Ph.D., CON, the Deputy Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the just-concluded Anambra State governorship election, has congratulated Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo on his re-election, while expressing deep gratitude to her supporters and campaign team for their steadfastness throughout the election period. In a heartfelt message she posted and signed on her official Facebook page, tilted “A Message of Congratulations to Prof. Chukwuma Soludo and Gratitude to My Esteemed Supporters,” Senator Ekwunife commended the resilience, courage, and faith of those who supported her and Prince Dr. Nicholas Ukachukwu, during the campaign. “I extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who stood with us on this remarkable journey. Your voices, strength, time, and prayers were the cornerstone of our campaign,” she said. While acknowledging that the outcome was not as expected, Ekwunife described the campaign as a victory of faith and unit...