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The Special Adviser on Media to the Anambra State Governor, Mazi Ejimofor Opara, has raised alarm over an alleged plot by some senior police officers to influence the outcome of the ongoing governorship election in the state. In a statement released on Saturday, Opara called on the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to take immediate notice of the development, warning that any compromise in security coordination could undermine public confidence in the electoral process. According to him, there are reports alleging that Commissioner of Police Fidelis Ogarabe, who came into the state with the INEC monitoring team, and ACP Adamu Kaila Babangida, Commander of MOPOL 29 Awka, were allegedly coordinating some divisional police officers in activities capable of compromising the election. “We have credible information that certain officers are allegedly coordinating police commanders for rigging activities in parts of the stat...

Kenechukwu Ofomah Awka The President of Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide Anambra State chapter, Maazi Chukwuma Okpalaezukwu says Saturday’s Anambra Governorship Election is an opportunity for the new Chairman Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof Joash Amupitan, to rebuild the people’s confidence that their votes can actually count. Okpalaezeukwu disclosed this on Friday, after a meeting of the State Executive Council of the apex Igbo socio-cultural group, in Awka, where the organization deliberated on developments so far ahead of the poll. Addressing newsmen after the meeting, Okpalaezeukwu said after monitoring pre-election activities, they are satisfied with what the INEC has done so far, but urged the electoral umpire to use the Anambra governorship election to redeem its image. The Ohaneze Ndigbo Anambra President said the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization will set up a situation room to monitor the election, to ensure that all goes as plann...

The Anambra State Police Command has announced a total restriction of vehicular movement within and across the state on Saturday, November 8, 2025, the day of the governorship election. According to the Command, the restriction will be in force from 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on election day and will affect all intra- and interstate routes, including major highways connecting Anambra to neighbouring states. In a statement issued in Awka on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ikenga Tochukwu, said the decision followed a meeting of security service commanders held at the State Police Headquarters on November 5. He explained that the measure was designed to curb the movement of political thugs and criminal elements who might attempt to disrupt the electoral process, as well as to ensure the safety of lives and property during the election. The restriction, according to the statement, applies to all forms of motorized transport, including private cars, commercial vehi...

By Chigozie Igbo Jr  As Anambra State heads to the polls tomorrow, Saturday, November 8, 2025, the Centre for Transparency Advocacy (CTA) has called on all stakeholders including the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, political parties, and voters to ensure a credible, peaceful, and transparent governorship election. Speaking at a pre-election briefing held at Hilton Leisure Hotel, Awka, on Friday, the Executive Director of CTA, Faith Nwadishi ably represented by Professor Alex Asigbo of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University said the organization remains committed to promoting electoral transparency and accountability through its real-time observation of the election process. According to the CTA, technological innovations introduced into Nigeria’s electoral system in recent years have raised citizens’ confidence and encouraged broader participation, particularly among the youth. The group said this optimism must be sustained through credible c...

As Anambra State prepares for its governorship election on Saturday, November 8, the International Press Centre (IPC) and the Centre for Media and Society (CEMESO) have restated their commitment to promoting transparency, media safety, and credible information dissemination through the Anambra Election Observation Hub. The two media development organisations, supported by the European Union under the EU Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU–SDGN) Programme Phase II, said the hub would monitor the election in real time to safeguard journalists, verify electoral information, and strengthen public confidence in the electoral process. With over 2.8 million registered voters expected to cast their ballots across 5,718 polling units in 21 local government areas, the organisations have used several broadcast platforms including three radio programmes and one television show to urge the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies to prioritise t...

RAYMOND OZOJI reports  Nurses and midwives in Anambra state have expressed concern over the allegation of contributing money to thank Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo for approving the implementation of Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS).  Chairman of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives Anambra state council comrade Edith Onwuka told this journalist exclusively that nurses and midwives did not contribute a penny to appreciate the governor for their salary increments and they were not aware of such malicious information intended to pitch the governor against nurses and midwives in the state.  Onwuka who described the purveyors of such fake news as enemies of nurses and midwives bent on destroying the cordial relations existing between them and the state government, maintained that nurses and midwives were happy with the governor because of the massive transformations in the health sector coupled with his worker-friendly disposition.  O...

— Police assure of peaceful, credible polls on November 8 The Nigeria Police Force has announced that Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Benjamin Okolo, fdc, has formally assumed duty as the Supervisory Officer in charge of all police personnel deployed for the Anambra State Governorship Election scheduled to hold on Saturday, November 8, 2025. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ikenga Tochukwu, the DIG officially took charge on Thursday, November 6, 2025, following his earlier representation of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) during the signing of the peace accord among political candidates and at various stakeholders’ engagements. DIG Okolo, alongside the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Operations, DIG Yakubu Kwazhi, mni, had represented the IGP at earlier pre-election activities, underscoring the Force’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful and credible poll in the state. As the Supervisory Offi...

— Assures of smooth traffic, security coordination during polls By Chigozie Igbo Jr  As part of preparations for the Anambra State governorship election scheduled for Saturday, November 8, 2025, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed 1,500 personnel and logistics vehicles across the state to ensure a seamless and secure election process. The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, mni, fca, fcti, cpfa, made the announcement through his representative, Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM) S.T. Agure, PSC, JP, of the Federal Operations Department, National Headquarters, Abuja, during an official address to personnel in Awka. Welcoming the Corps Marshal’s representative, the Sector Commander, Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno, highlighted activities undertaken in the build-up to the election. These include training sessions conducted by INEC officials, inter-agency security meetings, the signing of a peace accord by governorship candidates, and the inspection and certification ...

Oko Federal Polytechnic has recorded another major milestone under the leadership of its Rector, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, with the commencement of construction work on the long-abandoned Hospitality Management Building. The project, which had been left unattended for over a decade, is now being revitalized through the intervention of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund). Designed to comprise staff offices and guest rooms, the building is expected to significantly improve the institution’s infrastructure and service delivery once completed. According to the Polytechnic management, the new facility will help address the challenge of inadequate office space for staff, while also providing comfortable accommodation for visitors. Beyond these benefits, it is projected to enhance the internally generated revenue (IGR) of the institution and strengthen the practical training of students in the Department of Hospitality Management. This renewed effort reflects Dr. Awuzie’s v...

Since assuming office, Hon. Chimezie Obi, Mayor of Ekwusigo Local Government Area in Anambra State, has rolled out a wave of developmental projects that have transformed the face of the LGA. From digital security systems to youth empowerment initiatives, his administration has been lauded as one of the most action-driven at the grassroots level. In this interview with Echezona Okafor, Hon. Obi speaks on his achievements, priorities, and his philosophy of “doing more with less.” Q: What are some of the key projects your administration has executed in Ekwusigo so far? Hon. Chimezie Obi: We have focused on tangible development that directly impacts the people. First, we rehabilitated several boreholes across the LGA to ensure access to clean water. We also installed a 15KVA solar power system at the Local Government Secretariat, and today, there is steady electricity in the area. In addition, we are installing CCTV cameras, street light across all four communities Ozubulu, Ora...

In every corner of Anambra today, you will find brilliant young minds, young men and women burning with ideas, hungry for opportunities, gifted with creativity, but held back by lack of support. Their dreams are big, their talents undeniable, yet many are forced to leave home in search of a future that should exist right here. For too long, our youth have been left to chase hope elsewhere, watching other states rise as innovation hubs while Anambra’s potential gathers dust. But a new dawn is coming, a moment of revival, a time when ideas will no longer die on paper. That hope has a name: John Nwosu of ADC. John Nwosu understands that the engine of tomorrow is not oil or politics but it is technology, innovation, and youth enterprise. He knows that when you empower the youth, you empower a nation. And that is why his plan is bold, compassionate, and visionary. Under the ADC leadership, our young innovators will not just dream but they will build, because support will meet...

In Anambra today, too many families go to bed with one eye open. Too many mothers whisper prayers at sundown, hoping their sons return safely from the streets. Too many fathers sleep lightly, ready to jump at the slightest sound, because safety, a basic right , has become a silent luxury. But this doesn’t have to be our story. John Nwosu of the ADC stands with a bold promise: to restore peace as the foundation of community life, not a privilege reserved for a few neighborhoods but a guarantee for every village, every town, every family. Nwosu understands what every true leader should do because development is impossible where fear rules. No investor will build where insecurity looms, no business thrives under fear, and no child truly dreams where gunshots replace bedtime stories. That is why his commitment goes beyond campaigns or empty political chants. He vows to strengthen our vigilante groups, those brave community defenders who have stood in the gap when government s...

In every community, there comes a moment when the people rise with one voice and declare, “Enough, we deserve better.” It is in such defining moments that true leadership emerges, leadership built not on ego, but on partnership; not on promises, but on proven commitment; not on division, but on unity. Nwosu and Nwobu symbolize a new era of leadership that understands one powerful truth: When two hearts carry one mandate which is service, the people cannot fail. This is not just a partnership in name. It is a bond rooted in shared values, shared vision, and shared sacrifice for the greater good. Together, they represent: ✅ People-centered governance ✅ Transparent leadership ✅ A future where every community has a voice ✅ Unity above politics ✅ A renewed belief that progress is possible In times when trust in leadership has been shaken, their joint commitment stands as a reminder that true power belongs to the people and leaders must walk with the people, not above them. Let...

.....Give John Nwosu a Chance to Rebuild the Future of Every Anambra Child For years, Anambra has been celebrated as the land of wisdom, a cradle of scholars, innovators, and national icons. From the classrooms of our mission schools to the brilliance produced in our universities, education has always been our pride. But today, that pride is dimming. Walk into many public schools in Anambra and you will see the quiet tragedy unfolding: overcrowded classrooms, leaking roofs, outdated curriculum, demotivated teachers, and children learning with hope in their eyes but very little support around them. The pupils sitting on bare floors are not statistics, they are our sons, our daughters, our future. How did the “Light of the Nation” dim so quickly in the very sector that built its reputation? Education is not just about chalk and blackboards; it is the engine of opportunity, economic growth, and social dignity. When a child loses access to quality learning, society loses a lea...

For too long, the people of Anambra have been fed with promises that vanish like mist at sunrise. Each election season, APGA sings the same tired song “Nkea bu nke anyi” , yet the ordinary citizens keep asking: If it is truly ours, why are we still suffering? Our markets still cry for better infrastructure, our youths are still roaming the streets without jobs, and our farmers are left at the mercy of fate. Roads that once connected our communities have turned to graveyards of forgotten pledges. The same government that promised to empower our people has instead empowered a few, while the majority wallow in silence and disappointment. But there comes a time in every generation when a people must rise and say enough is enough. That time is now. That man is John Nwosu. That party is ADC, the African Democratic Congress — a movement built not on propaganda, but on purpose; not on greed, but on growth. John Nwosu represents a new seed of hope, a leader who listens, a technocr...

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been thrown into its deepest leadership crisis in recent years, as two rival factions within the National Working Committee (NWC) suspended each other in a dramatic power struggle that has left the main opposition party in disarray — less than two years to the 2027 general election. The crisis, which unfolded yesterday, Saturday in Abuja, began after an emergency meeting convened by one faction of the NWC, where four senior national officers were suspended for alleged misconduct and violation of the party’s constitution. But in a swift counteraction, another faction led by the National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, convened a separate meeting hours later and announced the suspension of the National Chairman, Ambassador Iliya Damagum, alongside five other top officials. Damagum Faction Suspends Four Top Officers Briefing journalists after the initial meeting, the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, announced tha...

There are moments in history when people yearn not simply for a leader, but for a pathfinder. A voice that speaks truth when others whisper comfort. A heart that sees people before politics. A vision rooted not in personal power, but in shared progress, dignity, and hope. In a time when trust in leadership has been bruised, the call for a new kind of stewardship grows louder. A call for leaders who understand that public office is not a throne, but a responsibility. Not a privilege, but a sacred contract with the people. It is within this search for disciplined leadership and transparent governance that the ADC vision stands apart. John Nwosu represents a different political philosophy one anchored in truth, fairness, and people-first development. His appeal is not built on empty promises or loud podium declarations, but on the simple belief that leadership must serve, not rule. That progress must touch every home, not only the powerful corridors of influence. The ADC visio...

By Chigozie Igbo Jr  As Nigeria inches toward another general election in 2027, the political atmosphere is thick with uncertainty and speculation abounds. From the corridors of power in Abuja to the crowded markets of Kano and the coastal cities of the south, conversations about leadership, economic hardship, and political realignment dominate the national discourse, many are however of the opinion, that there is need for change to better the lives of Nigerians. The failed coup attempt earlier may have shaken confidence in the nation’s stability, but it also exposed the undercurrents of public dissatisfaction with rising costs, deepening poverty, and disillusionment with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Now, political watchers say Nigeria is entering one of its most unpredictable pre-election seasons in decades,one where regional sentiments, economic realities, and the personalities of key opposition figures could re...

....While His People Lose Their Homes and Livelihoods— Time for Ndi Anambra to Rise with ADC! When history calls for courage, silence becomes betrayal. Today, Ndi Anambra are weeping not because we are weak, but because those who should defend us have chosen comfort over conscience. In Lagos, the homes and businesses of hardworking Anambra sons and daughters are being crushed under the cold boots of Tinubu’s APC government. Properties we built with decades of sweat, hope, and faith, bulldozed overnight. Shops that once fed families, reduced to dust. Mothers are crying. Fathers are broken. Youths are stranded. And yet, our own Governor, Prof. Charles Soludo, sleeps beside power while his people bleed in silence. How do we explain this betrayal? The same APC government that marginalizes our people politically and economically is the same one Soludo proudly dines with! The same system that mocks our progress is the one he praises in public! Where is the voice of Anambra in th...

By Frank Okeke Health Correspondent As concerns about hypertension rise globally, health experts are drawing attention to one of the simplest and most natural tools for maintaining healthy blood pressure — water. Recent medical insights suggest that staying adequately hydrated not only supports general well-being but may also play a role in regulating blood pressure levels. According to the Mayo Clinic, water is vital for nearly every bodily function — from regulating temperature and transporting nutrients to flushing out toxins and lubricating joints. Yet, because the body continuously loses fluid through breathing, sweating, and urination, consistent hydration is key to maintaining cardiovascular stability. How Dehydration Affects Blood Pressure Cardiologists say that dehydration can have a paradoxical impact on blood pressure. “When the body loses more fluids than it takes in, blood volume decreases, which can initially lower blood pressure,” explained Dr. Ian del Conde ...

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Nigeria will be placed on a “watchlist for religious freedom violations,” citing what he described as “mass killings” of Christians by radical Islamists — a claim that has drawn sharp criticism and renewed debate over the framing of Nigeria’s internal conflicts. In a statement posted on his social media platform on Friday, Trump declared that Nigeria would be listed by the U.S. Department of State as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC), a designation reserved for nations accused of severe violations of religious liberty. “Christianity is facing an existential threat in Nigeria,” Trump wrote. “Thousands of Christians are being killed. Radical Islamists are responsible for this mass slaughter. I am hereby making Nigeria a ‘Country of Particular Concern’.” The Nigerian government has repeatedly dismissed such allegations, insisting that violent conflicts in parts of the country are not religiously motivated but driven largely ...

As part of efforts to ensure smooth vehicular movement during the upcoming festive season, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Anambra State Sector Command, convened a crucial stakeholders’ meeting at the Onitsha Unit Command to deliberate on strategies for effective traffic management during the “Ember Months.” The meeting brought together representatives of major transport unions, law enforcement agencies, and key players in the transport sector, all committed to addressing the perennial traffic congestion, particularly around the Onitsha Bridge Head axis, during the Christmas and New Year festivities. Speaking at the meeting, the Anambra State Sector Commander of FRSC, Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno, underscored the need for synergy among all stakeholders to achieve a seamless and safe traffic flow during the high-mobility period. “Teamwork, effective coordination, and the sharing of ideas are essential if we are to manage the expected traffic surge successfully,” s...