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On June 2, 2025, the Ndiakwu Otolo Nnewi Community took a significant step towards enhancing safety and security in their community with the inauguration of a security post. The initiative, dubbed Operations Udo-ga-chi (Agunechemba), aims to prevent and detect crimes, supplement law enforcement, and provide emergency response services. The launch event drew attention to the community's commitment to security and its determination to work with law enforcement agencies. The inauguration ceremony was graced by prominent community leaders, including Hon. Izuchukwu Nwankwo, National Chairman of Ndiakwu Otolo Nnewi Community, Prince Samben Nwosu, YPP Anambra South Senatorial Candidate, Hon Prince Jude Osumuoh, President General Nzuko-Ora Nnewi, Hon Amaobi Adiwulu, President Otolo Nnewi, among others. Meanwhile, Hon. Nwankwo praised the Divisional Police Station Otolo, led by CSP Ochogwu Sunday Okpe, and his men for their support and guidance. He emphasized that Ndiakwu Otolo ...

By Jezreel Emmanuel  In every society, there are individuals whose presence radiates warmth and compassion, leaving an unforgettable mark on those they meet. In Anambra State, one such person is Dr. Nonye Soludo — a woman whose name has become synonymous with kindness, empathy, and tireless service. What sets Dr. Nonye Soludo apart is not just the titles she holds, but the sincerity with which she touches lives. Her signature smile, gentle demeanor, and approachable nature have endeared her to the people, from bustling city streets to the quiet corners of rural communities. Wherever she goes, she listens with care, speaks with wisdom, and acts with purpose. Dr. Nonye Soludo embodies the qualities of a mother, a friend, and a leader all in one. Those who have encountered her often describe her as gracious yet firm, humble yet commanding, and gentle yet inspiring. She is the kind of leader who understands that real impact begins with genuine connection — not from podiums,...

The Anambra Democratic Movement (ADM) has called on Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State to as a matter of urgency promote his Senior Special Adviser on Community Security, Engr Kenneth Emekayi, to the position of Commissioner to fill the gap occasioned by the exit of the immediate past Commissioner for Homeland Security, Hon Chikodili Anere. ADM which spoke through its President, High Chief Uzoma Anunihu, after their expanded quarterly general meeting at Nnewi weekend urged the Governor to exercise strong political will in this matter to help encourage hardworking Emekayi led AGUNAECHEMBA in the State.  It could be recalled that when Emekayi took over few months ago, criminals were in control of over 16 Local Government Areas of the State. But immediately assumed office he moved into action, reorganising the Anambra Vigilant Group and forcefully lunched ferocious attack against criminals and the so called unknown GunMen (UGM) who were taking citi...

By Amaka Ezedebego  By the time most technocrats arrive at the pinnacle of global acclaim, they rarely look back. Their names live in footnotes of economic journals. Their brilliance best appreciated in seminar halls. However, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo walked away from conference circuits and consultancy comfort and returned to Anambra State, not to retire, but to rebuild. And in doing so, he is redrawing the contours of political leadership in Nigeria. When Soludo first declared for office, some dismissed him as “too academic” for the dirt and drama of Nigerian politics. An economist, yes. A statesman, perhaps. But a political leader? They weren’t sure. Yet what many saw as a drawback turned out to be his greatest strength. He entered the political arena not to imitate it, but to reform it from the inside out. In an age where political leadership often veers between authoritarianism and populist theatrics, Soludo’s style is disarmingly steady. He do...

RAYMOND OZOJI reports House of Representatives member representing Ihiala Federal Constituency at the Green Chambers of the National Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Paschal Arinzechukwu Agbodike has extolled the Chaplain of the Anambra State Governor, Rev. Fr. Raphael Onyekwelu for promoting what he described as religious ecumenism and tolerance amongst various denominations of the christiandom.  Agbodike who celebrated the reverend gentleman as he marks his birthday ceremony Sunday 1st June, maintained that the man of God has been a point of contact and unity between every religious sect in Anambra State.  The federal lawmaker stated that with Rev. Fr. Raphael Onyekwelu close to the governor, there would be no lacuna whatever between denominations as every denomination, according to him, work together for the greater good of Anambra State viz Romance Catholics, Anglicans, Pentecostals and a host of other religious beliefs, adding that it is a true testament that he is doi...