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From Uchenna Ezeadigwe, Awka The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has appointed Comrade Godwin Ugo Okoye as the Acting Chairman of its Anambra State Chapter, following a leadership restructuring approved by the organisation’s National Executive Council (NEC). The appointment was announced on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the NYCN National Secretariat, during a session attended by national executives and state representatives. The leadership change followed what the NEC described as confirmed acts of insubordination and executive misconduct by the suspended State Chairman, Surveyor Emeka Obi. Comrade Okoye received his appointment letter from the National President of NYCN, Amb. Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sokubo, in the presence of the National Vice President (South East), Comr. Amb. Innocent Nduanya, and leaders of various youth-based associations. Reacting to the development, the Deputy President of NYCN, Amb. Innocent Nduanya, who hails from Anambra State, prais...

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Saturday announced the expulsion of former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike; the party’s factional National Chairman, Senator Samuel Anyanwu; and former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, over alleged anti-party activities. Their expulsion was approved during the PDP National Convention currently taking place in Ibadan. The motion, moved by one of the party’s founding fathers, Chief Bode George, received unanimous backing from delegates and was seconded by Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed. Also expelled were the PDP National Legal Adviser, Adeyemi Ajibade (SAN); Umar Bature; AbdulRahman Mohammed; Mao Chunduabuwa; George Turner; Austin Nwachukwu; Abraham Ammah; and Dan Orbih. The party said the decision was necessary to restore discipline and reposition the PDP ahead of future political contests.

A High Court sitting in Ibusa, Delta State, presided over by Hon. Justice H.O Akpotohwo, has issued a bench warrant for immediate arrest of a popular Asaba based land dealer, Lucky Favour Abuah, aka Bullet; his company, Henric Empire Garden Ltd., and other four accused persons in a criminal charge of forceful acquisition of land belonging to a group of landlords operating under the umbrella body of Fountain City Landlords, Asaba. Chief Abuah, his company, Henric Empire Garden Ltd., and others were dragged to court by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, over alleged breach of public peace, obtaining money by false pretenses, criminal forceful entry, dispossession of lands from its true owners, among other charges. Chief Abuah and others were standing trial over alleged breach of public peace, obtaining money by false pretenses, criminal forceful entry, criminal dispossession of lands from their true owners etc, which are punishable under the criminal laws of ...

Former Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano, has dismissed a rumour circulating about his health, describing it as false and mischievous. In a personal message to the public on Thursday, Obiano assured Ndi Anambra, friends, and well-wishers that he is “alive, hale, hearty, and in excellent health,” adding that he remains grateful to God for sustaining him. He expressed concern that some individuals still derive satisfaction from spreading unfounded claims, noting that the motive behind such falsehood remains unclear. However, he emphasized that he would continue to rise above such acts. Obiano also extended heartfelt appreciation to those who reached out to him with calls, messages, and prayers following the rumour. “To everyone who showed concern, your love and goodwill mean more than words can express,” he said, urging the public to completely disregard the speculation. He reaffirmed his commitment to staying focused and guided by God’s grace. The statement was ...

The late Bursar of Federal Polytechnic Oko, Mr. Stephen Udu (Udumili), has been laid to rest in his hometown, Ndiagu Akparata Ugwagba Ngbo, Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. A funeral mass held at Mt. Carmel Catholic Parish, Ugwagba, preceded the interment, drawing a large crowd of relatives, friends, and colleagues. The Rector of Federal Polytechnic Oko, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, led members of the Polytechnic Management Committee, Governing Council, and staff to pay their final respects. Speaking during the service, Dr. Awuzie described the late Udu as a peacemaker, humble administrator, and a dedicated public servant who executed his duties with integrity and a deep sense of responsibility. She extended her condolences to the bereaved family and the Polytechnic community, encouraging them to take solace in the belief that God remains the ultimate comforter. In an emotional vote of thanks, Mr. Emmanuel Uchenna Udu, son of the deceased, expressed gratitude to t...

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...