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The traditional leader of the Hausa community in Nnewi, Alhaji Salihu Suleiman, has commended the Governor of Anambra State, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, for what he described as the governor's visionary leadership and inclusive governance style. He also pledged his full support for Soludo's re-election bid in the next gubernatorial election. Speaking in an exclusive interview, the Sarikin Hausawa at his office in Nnewi, hailed Soludo's developmental strides, particularly in fostering peace, economic growth, and unity among the diverse communities residing in Anambra. He emphasized that the Hausa community in Nnewi, and indeed across all local government areas under his traditional jurisdiction, will mobilize support for the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in both the forthcoming Anambra South Senatorial District bye-election and subsequent polls. “We are grateful for the peaceful environment created by the governor which has allowed our people to c...

A tragic road crash that occurred on the night of Friday, July 25, 2025, along the Nnewi–Okigwe Road by Amichi has claimed five lives, including three children. According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), through Margaret B. Onabe Sector Public Education Officer FRSC Anambra State Command, ten persons were involved in the fatal accident, which occurred at approximately 9:39 p.m. and was reportedly caused by brake failure. The crash involved a Mercedes-Benz truck (registration number NNE 893 ZG) which lost control at high speed and collided with a Honda motorcycle, a Qlink motorcycle, and several pedestrians. The deceased include two adult males, one male child, and two female children. Five others—comprising adults and children—sustained varying degrees of injury. Emergency responders from the FRSC Nnewi Unit Command arrived at the scene within 31 minutes of receiving the distress call. The rescue team promptly managed traffic, evacuated the injured, and ...

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, today led some members of the National Assembly to the wedding Fatiha of Hafsat Ibrahim Dakwambo, daughter of Senator Ibrahim Dakwambo to her heartthrob, Ashraf Bello Abbayo, in Gombe State.  Also in attendance were, Speaker House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas; former President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki, Governors Seyi Makinde, Bala Mohammed and Muhammed Yahaya of Oyo, Bauchi and Gombe states respectively, among numerous other government officials. The President of the Senate prayed for the newly wed and wished them well in their union.

In a major step toward strengthening technical and vocational education in Nigeria, Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, hosted a one-day Students’ Sensitization Programme on the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF). The event was organized by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and brought together student leaders from NBTE-accredited institutions across the Southeast region. Participating institutions included: Federal Polytechnic, Oko; Federal Polytechnic, Ohodo (Enugu State); Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Uwana (Ebonyi State); John Bosco Institute of Technology; Federal College of Land Resources and Technology, Owerri; Imo State Polytechnic, Omuma; Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Ihiala; Ezeala College of Nursing, Imo State; Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic, Abia State; Anambra State Polytechnic, Mgbakwu; Merit College of Nursing Sciences, Orlu; and Federal Polytechnic, Nekede. Declaring the event open, Dr. Kenneth Ezek...

......One Suspect Arrested, Eleven Children Rescued in Nnewi_ The Police Operatives attached to the Anambra State Criminal Investigation Department, Awka on 15th July 2025, complemented the efforts of the Officers of Adamawa State Police Command on investigation activities to record a breakthrough in busting an interstate child stealing/abduction and trafficking syndicate.  In a statement from the PPRO of the Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, he said that the intelligence-driven operation led to the arrest of one female suspect, Uche Okoye aged 43 years, and the rescue of eleven children, (five boys and six girls), ranging in age from 3 to 6 years, in Uruagu, Nnewi, Anambra State. The suspect is believed to be a major link in the abduction of children and the trafficking network operating between States. Preliminary investigation reveals that the children were abducted/stolen and transported from Adamawa and illegally given to unsuspecting members of the public seeking adop...

In a decision that has stirred public concern and ignited debate within political and legal circles, the Federal High Court sitting in Awka on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, dismissed a suit filed by frontline governorship aspirant, Mr. Valentine Ozigbo, challenging the emergence of Mr. Nicholas Ukachukwu as the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the upcoming Anambra State election scheduled for November 8, 2025. Mr. Ozigbo, a respected business leader and former governorship candidate, had approached the court seeking to invalidate the outcome of the APC primary held on April 5, 2025. His legal team, led by two Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs)—Umeh Kalu and Berth Igwilo—argued that Mr. Ukachukwu did not meet the constitutional requirements of the APC to participate in the primary election, alleging that his party membership was backdated in violation of party rules and electoral guidelines. Despite what many observers described as a compelling and well...

The United Igbo Elders Council (UNIEC) Worldwide has renewed its call for the unconditional and immediate release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and his detained comrades during a high-level solidarity visit to the embattled IPOB leader at his Abuja detention facility. A seven-man delegation of the UNIEC National Advisory Council, led by His Lordship, Justice Alpha Ikpeama (rtd.), Director-General of UNIEC Worldwide, met with Mazi Kanu on Thursday, July 18, 2025, as part of the Council’s continued efforts to foster justice, peace, and national reconciliation. The visit, which was unanimously ratified at the UNIEC Worldwide plenary session on July 5, 2025, in Enugu, marks a significant step in the Council’s long-standing advocacy for lawful redress and human rights protections in Nigeria. UNIEC’s renewed appeal follows a long list of distinguished voices from across Nigeria’s socio-political landscape, including respected non-Igbo and Igbo leaders such as Chief Edwin Clark, Chief Ayo A...

Prince Oforbuike Okoli-Egbo is a respected businessman, community leader, and seasoned political strategist renowned for his integrity, grassroots connection, and progressive vision. A scion of the royal Okoli-Egbo lineage of Nawfija in Orumba South, Prince Oforbuike blends nobility with humility, earning him wide admiration across Anambra State and beyond. Popularly called “The Capacity Leader,” he is known for his result-driven leadership and unwavering commitment to the upliftment of his people. As the Senatorial Candidate of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) for Anambra South, Prince Oforbuike brings an inspiring combination of corporate experience, political resilience, and community development to his candidacy, offering a fresh path toward inclusive growth, youth empowerment, and responsive governance. Business Acumen and Economic Vision Prince Okoli-Egbo has built a successful career in entrepreneurship, with investments spanning logistics, agriculture, and fintech...

St. Joseph Catholic Cathedral in Ekwulobia, Anambra State, overflowed with heartfelt praise and solemn gratitude today, Sunday, July 20, 2025, as Valentine Chineto Ozigbo, a renowned business leader, philanthropist, and political figure in Anambra, marked his 55th birthday with a spiritually moving thanksgiving celebration themed "A Celebration of God’s Goodness and Mercy." The event, which is a deep reflection of Valentine Ozigbo,s life, officiated by His Eminence, Cardinal Peter Ebere Okpaleke, Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Ekwulobia, drew a distinguished congregation of clergy, family, friends, political associates, and well-wishers who came to honour Ozigbo’s life and legacy of service. Addressing the congregation, Mr. Ozigbo expressed profound gratitude to God for His "enduring mercy and boundless grace," which he said have sustained him over the decades. “This milestone is not merely a celebration of age, but of purpose, resilience, transformat...

In a powerful show of faith, unity, and commitment to public service, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) gubernatorial team in Anambra State today held a solemn Thanksgiving and Dedication Service on Sunday, July 20th July 2025 at the Anglican Cathedral Church of St. Faith, Awka, Anambra State. The early morning service which lasted from 6AM to 8AM, was attended by party members, supporters, friends, and members of the clergy who came to witness the spiritual launch of what many see as a compelling alternative in the forthcoming Anambra gubernatorial election. The Deputy Governorship Candidate of the ADC, Hon. Sir Geoffrey Ndubuisi Nwobu, Ph.D (Obuka Awka), who hosted the service to express his heartfelt gratitude to God for his nomination and to solemnly dedicate the entire electioneering project to divine guidance, while addressing the congregation stated: “This dedication service is not just about thanksgiving; it is a personal and collective spiritual covenant to sur...