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By Christian ABURIME  In a rare show of unity and political maturity by the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, the entire political architecture of Anambra State converged with a single voice as all 21 Local Government Areas rallied behind Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, unanimously endorsing him as the sole candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) for the forthcoming gubernatorial election.  The APGA convention, held in a charged but peaceful atmosphere, recorded 3,260 accredited delegates, out of which 3,175 cast their votes. Of those, 3,168 were valid, with only four invalid entries—each one of the valid votes going to Soludo, a clean sweep that underscored the confidence reposed in his leadership. Chief Nwaegbo Uche, chairman of the electoral committee, officially declared Soludo returned as the party’s candidate, citing the unprecedented support across the board. The votes came from every part of the state—Aguata, Anambra East, Anambra Wes...

AWKA, Nigeria  The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary in Anambra State descended into chaos on Saturday morning, as thugs loyal to aspirant Nicholas Ukachukwu, allegedly in concert with police officers, violently disrupted the delegate accreditation process at the Beautiful Gate Hotel, Awka. By 10:37 a.m., Saturday, April 5, 2025, the hotel gate had reportedly been taken over by Ukachukwu’s private security operatives and suspected thugs, who, with apparent support from police personnel on the ground, began preventing accredited delegates without Ukachukwu’s campaign identification from accessing the venue. Witnesses told our correspondent that the gate was barricaded, and only individuals carrying Ukachukwu-branded ID cards were allowed entry.  Delegates supporting other aspirants were turned away, harassed, and in some cases, physically assaulted. One male delegate was visibly rough-handled by the attackers in full view of security personnel and...

As the 2025 gubernatorial election in Anambra State draws near, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has urged officers deployed to provide security services to remain professional, apolitical, and neutral. This warning comes as political parties prepare for primaries to select their flag bearers. CP Orutugu while interfacing with officers and men of the command emphasized the importance of maintaining law and order during this critical period. To achieve this, the Command has strategically deployed personnel and engaged with stakeholders to prevent potential conflicts. Security teams will conduct patrols, surveillance, and traffic control in conjunction with other security agencies. The Commissioner also called on candidates to adhere to the rules and ensure a peaceful and credible electoral process. He encouraged members of the public to cooperate with the police and other security agencies in maintaining law and order. In case of any security concerns, the publ...

A trader at Ogbo-Ogwu Bridge Head Market in Onitsha,  Anambra State has taken legal action against the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), demanding accountability and compensation for significant losses incurred due to alleged looting by officials. Ms. Okoye Sophia Eberechukwu, the trader in question, has issued a Pre-Action Notice through her lawyer, Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor, calling for an investigation into the misconduct. Ms. Eberechukwu has emphasized the need for transparency and justice in dealing with the actions of NAFDAC officials at the market, stressing the importance of upholding fundamental rights and the rule of law. In a statement, Ms. Eberechukwu said that she had previously called for a thorough investigation and accountability regarding the actions of NAFDAC officials at the market. The statement reads: “On March 15, 2025, we brought to public attention the grave misconduct allegedly perpetrated by officials of the Natio...

The Office of the President of the Senate has issued a strong statement condemning the recent allegations made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of plotting to assassinate her. The statement signed by RT Hon. Eseme Eyiboh the spokesperson to the Senate President describes the allegations as baseless, false, and inflammatory. According to the statement, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan claimed that Senator Akpabio recruited former Governor Yahaya Bello to assassinate her in Kogi State. However, the Office of the President of the Senate maintains that this accusation is a complete fabrication and a desperate attempt to provoke public unrest and discredit the person and office of the President of the Senate. This is not the first time Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan has made unsubstantiated claims against Senator Akpabio. Previously, she had accused him of sexual harassment, a claim that was later abandoned without explanation ¹. The statement also ...