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Abduction Of LP Guber Candidate: Drama as councels throw banters in court From Ifeoma Ejiofor There was mild drama on Friday as an Ihiala High Court sitting in Nnewi over the abduction of the Labour Party (LP) in the last Anambra State governorship election continued proceedings on the matter. The hearing on case with Suit NO:HIH/15C/22 between the State V. Chukwudi Jude Odimegwu and Maxwell Chukwudi Nwokolo actually continued last Friday. Recall that the Labour Party(LP) governorship candidate in the Anambra election Chief Obiorah Agbasimalo was allegedly kidnapped on September 18th 2021at lilu community Ihiala LGA Anambra State while returning from a political function and has not been found till date. PW4 witness Mr Chikezie .l. Mbadugha, a farmer and a native of Umudim-Nnewi in Nnewi North LGA, mounted the witness box and gave account of what he knew about the matter. Mbadugha testified against the 1st defendant Chukwudi Jude Odimegwu currently standing trial before an ...

UBS Commences PG Programs For Leadership, Mgt Professionals From Miracle Seun UNIZIK Business School (UBS) has commenced Post-Graduate and Certificate courses for effective leadership and management in business, economy and governance. Director, UNIZIK Business School, Prof. Chinedu Onyeizugbe who disclosed this in a chat with newsmen to mark commencement of the new admission season said the move was part of the school's commitment to making education accessible to all. UNIZIK Business School, located at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, is a management, business, governance and leadership training institution which ranks among the top three business schools in Nigeria. According to Onyeizugbe, the idea behind the programmes is to ensure that Nigerians both in the business and career areas find opportunity to develop their capabilities and garner certifications based on their acquired knowledge. He said, "The institution is committed to imparting relevant knowledge ...

Again Hon Chidoka Foundation facilitates empowerment training on renewable energy for Idemili youths From Miracle Seun The former lawmaker representing Idemili North and South LGAs in the green chamber of the National Assembly, Hon Obinna Chidoka has again facilitated a 6-day empowerment training on renewable energy and environment for the youths of the constituency. The training which ran between 4th and 10th March, 2024 which was  handled by National Center For Energy and Environment (NCEE) and Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) was in collaboration with Orange Business Solutions and Services Ltd. The lead instructor, Engr Blessing Eguriase noted that the beneficiaries, haven been exposed to the six days intensive training have been given a headstart for an assured future of financial independence. Engr Eguriase said that practicals and quality training were made available to the beneficiaries who according to him are expected not to only run with the acqu...

Azia Royal stool not in contention, Igwe elect declares From Miracle Seun Azia Igwe elect, Chief Felix Ifeanyimo on Thursday said that the Royal stool of the community is not in contention. Chief Ifeanyimo stated this during an interactive session with journalists in Awka. He said as a matter of fact that the process was completed nine years ago when he contested against the former Chairman of Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC) Prof Titus Eze and we emerged double Igwe elects. "At that time, Prof Eze and myself were recommended to the government for issuance of Certificate of Recognition and the government equally set up another committee to look at who should be crowned between me and him when he died. "The panel then recommended me for recognition and the government directed that I should go for screening at the office of Directorate of State Security (DSS). The same persons wrote against me and went to court, making the process to be stalle...

Plateau runner emerges winner of first edition of Anambra marathon From Miracle Seun Nyango Gyang of Plateau State has emerged winner of the maiden edition of the Anambra State Marathon, defeating other marathoners to win the prize money of N1 million. Gyang won the 40 kilometer marathon, which began at the Ogbunike Toll gate, through Enugu -Onitsha expressway, and ended in Awka, in a record 1 hour 26 minutes. The event, organized by Thanos Charity Foundation, in partnership with Federal Ministry of Sports and the state government, began at the Ogbunike Toll gate, through Enugu -Onitsha expressway, and ended in Awka. Ismael Sadjoh came second to win the cash prize of N500,000 while Selengwe Constant, won the second runner-up prize money of N300,000. In an interview, the marathon winner, Gyang disclosed that he got information about the marathon through his coach, who encouraged him to register and participate. “I want to commend the organisers for making it open for all Nig...

2 yrs in office: Ogilisi Igbo drums support for Gov Soludo From Miracle Seun Chief Rommy Ezeonwuka(Ogilisi Igbo) has expressed his full support for the Anambra State governor, Prof Charles Soludo who recently celebrated his two years in office. Ogilisi Igbo, in a statement said that he knew the overwhelming capacity of the governor even before his election, he is delighted that the governor lived up to his name by bringing unending solutions to the numerous challenges facing Anambra people and the state. Chief Ezeonwuka, a foremost Board of Trustees (BoT) member of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) urged Ndi-Anambra to give maximum support to the administration of Prof Soludo who he noted has done so well in just two years in office. He argued that no opposition can replicate the ‘SOLUTION’ the governor is bringing to Anambra State. "I am commending His Excellency, Prof Charles Soludo, the executive governor of Anambra State for all his doings to ensure that N...

Anambra police vow to huntdown attackers of vigilante office From Miracle Seun Anambra State Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, Aderemi Adeoye(CP) has assured the peace loving people of the State that no stone will be left unturned in hunting down the gunmen who attacked and burnt the Vigilante Office in Amichi, Nnewi South LGA. The CP's stance was contained in a press statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for the command, Tochukwu Ikenga (DSP) He condoled with the town and people  on the loss of a vigilante operative during the attack. CP Adeoye disclosed that effort is ongoing to identify and smash the gang behind the attack.  The CP commended vigilante groups across the state for their commitment to the protection of the citizenry and assured that the police would do all within its powers to protect them. He has also directed Police Tactical Teams and Special Forces across the state to respond promptly to all distress calls from vi...

Anambra police vow to huntdown attackers of vigilante office From Miracle Seun Anambra State Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, Aderemi Adeoye(CP) has assured the peace loving people of the State that no stone will be left unturned in hunting down the gunmen who attacked and burnt the Vigilante Office in Amichi, Nnewi South LGA. The CP's stance was contained in a press statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for the command, Tochukwu Ikenga (DSP) He condoled with the town and people  on the loss of a vigilante operative during the attack. CP Adeoye disclosed that effort is ongoing to identify and smash the gang behind the attack.  The CP commended vigilante groups across the state for their commitment to the protection of the citizenry and assured that the police would do all within its powers to protect them. He has also directed Police Tactical Teams and Special Forces across the state to respond promptly to all distress calls from vi...

Thanos Charity Foundation powered Anambra marathon race holds on Saturday From Miracle Seun Thanos Charity Foundation has concluded arrangements for the Anambra marathon race billed to hold on Saturday, March 16th. The President of Thanos Charity Foundation, Prince Ugochukwu Ifeanyi (Aguyi Anaedo) flanked by the Media Director, Hon Chinelo Mbonu, Secretary Amaka Epunamobi and Partner, Hon Obinna Momah revealed this in Awka yesterday during an interaction with journalists. He said that the 42km marathon race will take off from Ogbunike Toll gate, Onitsha and climaxed at Igwe's palace Awka. Aguyi Anaedo said that the primary aim of the marathon race is to key into the efforts of Gov Charles Soludo to transform Anambra State in the area of tourism and sports. He said that the marathon is a kind of homecoming for Thanos Charity Foundation as they have been carrying out similar programs in Abuja, Lagos and other places. The President of Thanos Charity Foundation said that th...

Govt will not impose any monarch on you, Anambra community assured From Isaac Ojo The Anambra State Government has assured the Azia community in Ihiala LGA that nobody will be imposed on them as the traditional ruler. The Anambra State Commisioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Mr Collins Nwabunwanne stated this at Government House Awka, on Wednesday. Mr Nwabunwanne said as a matter of fact that government had no preferred candidate amongst the candidates for the royal stool of the community. He maintained that the community would have a monarch of their choice devoid of any undue influence from any quarter. "It is the people that would select who they want and present him to government for recognition based on the constitution of the town. Government does not have any preferred candidate amongst the contestants. It's not the duty of government to select traditional rulers for communities. The people will make their choice and their choice must preva...

Police nab 2 insurgency gang in Anambra, recover 4 AK-47 rifles, others From Miracle Seun Police operatives attached to Anambra State Police Command have smashed a deadly insurgency gang.  Police operatives, while on patrol  with the local vigilante in Awka-Etiti, Idemili South LGA, accosted the gang, which was on a yet-to-be unravelled mission while heavily armed.  The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for the command, Tochukwu Ikenga (DSP) revealed this in a press statement on Tuesday. He said, "The joint security team chased the hoodlums until the vehicle they were in ran into a ditch. After a shootout, two members of the gang were arrested  while Four AK-47 Rifles were recovered. Also revovered were  one Toyota Highlander SUV  with Reg. No. Lagos GGE 408 GZ. "In a related development, another team of Police Officers also working with the local vigilante intercepted  a Toyota Venza Car Reg. No.Lagos EKY 746 J...

Anambra Police On Trail of Kidnappers, Recovers AK-47 Rifle With 2 Magazines Loaded With 50 Rounds of Ammunition From Miracle Seun Following the smashing of a notorious Kidnap Gang on the night of Friday 8th March, 2024 at Awgbu in Orumba North LGA, Police Operatives have intensified manhunt for the kidnappers who escaped from the scene of the shootout. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) Tochukwu Ikenga (DSP) revealed this in a press statement on Monday He said, "While combing the sorrounding bushes on Saturday morning, Police and the Local Vigilante  recovered a loaded AK-47 Rifle with Double Magazines containing 50 Rounds of 7.62mm ammunition. The weapon was promptly rendered safe and taken into custody for further investigation.  "The Commissioner of Police, CP Aderemi Adeoye, praised the diligence of the Joint Team and promised to reward it for its commitment to public safety. "Meanwhile, the Command's Special Anti Kidnapping Unit at Awkuzu ha...

Philanthropist shortlists 70 beneficiaries for 2024 scholarship  in Anambra From Miracle Seun A philanthropist and community leader,  Chief Uzoma Igbonwa, has concluded plans to sponsor another set of seventy indigent and handicapped students for 2024 academic session in any tertiary institutions in Nigeria.  The list comprised of ten beneficiaries from each of the seven communities in his Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State.  The benefactor,  Chief Igbonwa's good works and passion for the less privileged have gained national and international attention over the years. He  was recently among the awardees approved by the President of Nigeria for conferment of the National Productivity Order of Merit (NPOM) award and honour.  The award was based on the Federal Government of Nigeria's recognition of Chief Uzoma Igbonwa's high productivity human resources upliftment/management, hard work and excellence.  The Na...

Fed Poly Oko Rector Warns Lecturers Against Taking Advantage Of Students By Miracle Seun The Acting Rector, Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, Dr. Uche Onyegbu has warned staff of the institution against all forms of extortion and exploitation of students.  He warned that his administration would not condone exploitation under any guise, just as he appealed to matriculants to resist extortion by lecturers or even old students under any guise. Speaking during the 40th matriculation ceremony of the institution, Onyegbu also warned against any form of indecent dressing and behavior, insisting that decency and good conduct were part of the uncompromising culture of the Polytechnic. He congratulated the matriculants, describing their choice of the Polytechnic as wise decision. He said, "May I passionately appeal to you to resist extortion by lecturers or even students under any guise. Report any such case to the Management.  "The Management has come out with a de...

Anambra Police Command's Image Maker promoted to the next rank From Miracle Seun The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for Anambra State command, Tochukwu Ikenga (DSP) has been promoted to the next rank of Superintendent. Ikenga's promotion along with other 1606 DSPs was announced by the Police Service Commission(PSC). The Commission had earlier stepped down the consideration of the officers  promotion at its last nanagement meeting where other recommendations  were considered, when it noticed some discrepancies in the list. The promotion of the DSPs to SPs saw the elevation of 158 Officers in the Professional cadre  which included 105 in the Commumication unit, 22 in Transport, 10 Medical officers,  nine Nurses and another nine from Works. The other professionals promoted to Superintendents were six Workshop Officers, three Maritime, and one each from Medical and Dental units and Band. A total number of 1423 DSPs were promoted in the General Duty ca...

Anambra Police Smashes Kidnap Gang, Rescues 4 Abducted Victims Police in Anambra State have rescued four men abducted by dare devil kidnappers on Friday, 8th March, 2024. The Police, while on patrol  and snap checks with the local vigilante, intercepted the kidnappers along Amagu Awgbu Road in Orumba North LGA as they were heading towards  an exit route from the State. The gang, which opened fire sporadically on sighting the patrol team, bowed to Police-Vigilante superior firepower. Two of the three vehicles the gang operated with were demobilised.  While remnant of the gang escaped in the third vehicle, other gangsters fled into the bush on foot with bullet wounds. One Pump Action  Gun was recovered during the encounter. Also recovered were two SUVs - One 2017 edition of Toyota Highlander with Reg No. Abuja GWA 141 KZ and one Mercedes Benz GLK 350 4Matic with Registration Number Anambra AGU 242 NQ. Preliminary enquiry revealed that the number...

Monday Sit At Home: CP Adeoye Seeks Collaboration With Residents From Miracle Seun The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, Aderemi Adeoye (CP) has paid a working visit to the commercial city of Onitsha on Monday during the sit-at-home order observed in the Southeast. CP Adeoye during the visit emphasized the importance of residents being law-abiding to maintain a peaceful environment conducive to business activities.  He conducted an on-the-spot assessment of the security situation in the commercial city, particularly engaging with shuttle drivers operating along the Upper Iweka area. CP Adeoye called on the residents to keep supporting law enforcement by providing credible information to combat crime.  He however urged citizens to remain vigilant and promptly report any criminal activities to the nearest police station.  The Anambra State CP also made public the Command’s Control Room Number, ‘07039194332,’ even as he encouraged the public to make intellige...

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT ON THE 2022 POLICE RECRUITMENT COMPUTER-BASED TEST (CBT) FOR GENERAL DUTY CANDIDATES The Anambra State Police Command wishes to announce to the public, particularly Anambra State indigenes that the scheduled date for the commencement of the 2022 Police Recruitment Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the qualified general duty candidates is slated to take place between the 5th and 6th of March 2024. The Computer Based Test CBT will be held at the following designated centers;  _Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University E- Libary (COOU) CTR II, Igbariam, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam._ _Grafil Computers Limited, Grafil House High Tension Road, Opposite Thrillers, Aroma, Awka._ Qualified candidates are expected to come with their CBT slip and any other document required in the online application portal and the candidates are advised to visit the recruitment portal; https://www.apply.policerecruitment.gov to ascertain their status, centres, dat...

World Civil Defense Day: Our commitment to reducing disaster risks unwavering - ICDO From Miracle Seun The International Civil Defence Organisation (ICDO) reaffirmed its commitment to playing its part in reducing risk of disasters and their impact throughout the world.  Secretary General, ICDO Mrs. Njoupouo Mariatou made the call last weekend during the occasion of 2024 World Civil Defense Day (WCDD) and Safe School Inauguration held at Anambra State Command Headquarters with the theme, "Honor Heroes and Promote Safety Skills" Mariatou, represented by Anamba State Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC), Maku Olatunde also reaffirmed ICDO's commitment to ensuring training and technical assistance programmes tailored to the development of national civil defence systems. She called for investment and deployment of innovative technologies to predict, prevent, prepare and respond to natural and man-made disasters. She said the use of technolog...

Gov Soludo is not a regular politician but a generational gift, aide declares From Miracle Seun The Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to Gov Soludo on Political Matters, Hon Engr Ezekiel Nwokoye has said that the Anambra State governor, Prof Charles Soludo is not a regular politician but a generational gift to Ndi-Anambra. Hon Nwokoye made this declaration during an interactive session with journalists in Awka. He particularly applauded Gov Soludo for opening up many rural communities in the state through road construction. Hon Nwokoye said that the governor has brought his Professor in Economics to physical manifestation in governance as demonstrated through the construction and completion Urum-Amansea-Ufuma road. He noted that the completion of many roads in the state's agrarian communities has opened up the areas as it is now easy for people to transport their farm produce from the farm to the urban centers. "Anambra West LGA is a typical agrarian economy, no gover...

Native doctor gets divine healing, embraces Christ From Isaac Ojo It was a celebration of Christianity and culture yesterday at St Michael Catholic Church, Ozubulu, as a popular native doctor Chief Emeka Okwummuo went for Thanksgiving after getting a miraculous healing from a life threatening ailment. The native doctor, well known for his herbal prowess suddenly fell sick and became paralyzed. All efforts to ensure his quick recovery proved abortive as things moved from bad to worse for him. "I was dumped in the hospital with an ambulance helpless and I was actually waiting for my death but my wife and priests kept praying for me. "It was in the course of the prayers that the Almighty God healed me when all hopes of my recovery were almost gone, my experience made me know and appreciate the supremacy of the Most High God in the affairs of man," Chief Okwummuo explained.  He said that he was actually in church on Sunday to give testimony of the mighty hands of...