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IGA dissociates self from proposed Orlu State From Seun Miracle The President Imo general Assembly Nnewi branch, Hon Chinedu Igwe has distanced himself from the proposed Orlu State. Hon Igwe who was speaking with journalists in Nnewi said that though creation of additional state from the South East is welcomed development but added that it should not be Orlu State. He said as a matter of fact that the proposed Orlu State is with wrong intentions from the sponsors and proponents of the bill. "My view on the proposed bill is that it is with wrong motives, I am in full support of creation of additional state from the South East to balance the equation in the country. "The creation of additional state from the South East has become imperative because in the last population census, South East has the largest population figure. "The proponent of Orlu State did not make wide consultations, he made the move all alone for the reason best known to him, if not, I don...

Gov Soludo is not a Solution to Anambra, Clergy declares From Seun Miracle Nnewi fiery priest, Prophet Ikechukwu Uzukwu, the Spiritual Head of Soul Revival Outreach said that Gov Charles Soludo is not a Solution to Anambra. Prophet Uzukwu who was speaking on Sunday challenged the adherent of Soludo Solution to point at one particular thing the governor has done to prove to be a solution to in the state. "The security apparatus Mr Governor is boasting about was set up by Sen Ifeanyi Ubah, Ndi-Anambra are daily living in fear of Soludo's hitmen. Okada, Keke and shuttle bus operators are now paying for what they never bargained for. "85% of commercial transporters in the state took their vehicles on hire purchase, paying double for the actual cost of their vehicles, they also pay Gov Soludo's boys N2,600 every week and N600 for Governor's POS which also amount to N2,800 per week. Gov Soludo's boys are always on rampage in Nnewi removing vehicle plate ...

LGA Autonomy: Varsity don hails supreme court judgement From Seun Miracle   The former Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Campus, Prof Obiajulu Obikeze has commended the supreme court over her ruling in favour of autonomy of LGAs. Prof Obikeze said as a matter of fact that Nigerians have been waiting anxiously for the intervention which according to him would deepen democracy in Nigeria. He pointed out that the Local Government System has remained not only moribund since 1999, but also in comatose, because their functions, powers and every other things about them were hijacked by the governors. Prof Obikeze who is the traditional prime minister of Awa community in Orumba North LGA of Anambra State, noted that the introduction of transitional Committee and caretaker committee by the governors are all ploy to destroy the local government system. Obikeze, a Professor of Political Science however said that the is...

CRC kickstarts collaborative efforts for improved maternal healthcare services in Anambra From Isaac Ojo Civil Rights Concern(CRC) has commenced activities to promote improved maternal healthcare in Anambra State.  The Executive Director of CRC, Okey Onyeka revealed this in a Communique issued at the end of a stakeholders meeting held in Awka. The effort according to Onyeka is in partnership with International Budget Partnership (IBP) and collaboration with JDPC Nnewi and the Anambra State Community Empowerment Network (COMEN). He said that the intervention was to describe and define the activities in the other socio-economic sectors that are important to achieve the objectives of improved healthcare and especially maternal healthcare in the state.  The ED of CRC noted that the activities could be in the other sectors' budget programmes or policies of the State or the federal government on health.  He said, "These policies provided for inter- sectoral collabor...

Cleric blasts Gov Soludo for running exploitative government From Seun Miracle The Spiritual Head of Soul Revival Outreach, Nnewi, Anambra State, Prophet Ikechukwu Uzukwu has blast Gov Charles Soludo for not running a people friendly administration. Prophet Uzukwu who was speaking with journalists in Nnewi said that it is worrisome that the administration of Gov Soludo has continued to increase taxes, levies and fees inspite of the harsh economic situation in the country. He pointed out that many people have lost their lives and precious items to the attack dogs of the government who go about as revenue collectors. "People have been shouting about the activities of Shylock revenue collectors in Anambra State but Prof Soludo will not listen, he will rather deploy his media attack dogs on whoever that dares to complain. "In Nnewi main market, the levies have risen from thirteen thousand Naira to over thirty thousand Naira which is over 150% increment. I have been wa...

Group celebrates Orji Uzor Kalu's mother on her birthday  From Seun Miracle A political pressure group known as Orji Uzor Kalu (OUK) Grassroots Movement of Nigeria has joined the family members along with friends and well wishers across Nigeria and beyond to celebrate the birthday of Chief Madam Unice Uzor Kalu. She is the mother of their principal and former Governor of Abia State, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu who currently represents Abia North Senatorial Districts in the red chamber of the National Assembly.  The group in a statement signed by its Convener and National leader Alhaji Muritala Mohammed alias ten ten, wrote that the members of the group is delighted that Madam Kalu added yet another year to her life time. Alhaji ten ten described Madam Kalu as a great woman, an exceptional mother and bridge builder with gift of leadership embedded in charisma, wisdom and creative instincts. He said that the celebrant has made an indelible mark in the lives of people through...

Anambra man emerges best 2024 graduating student of Ulster University From Seun Miracle Anambra born Mr Jidekene Kennedy Chikwendu last Thursday did Nigeria proud as he emerged the best graduating student of Ulster University, Northern Ireland. He is the son of the former Executive Çhairman of Nnewi North LGA, Anambra State, Hon Amobi Chikwendu. In his speech, Jidekene Chikwendu who graduated with a degree in pharmacy, thanked God for His grace upon his life for the opportunity to attain an incredible milestone. He also commended his classmates for their dedication and hard work they all put towards multiple responsibilities ranging from part-time jobs, and rigorous academic schedules, dedication to family and Self care. "My mother will jokingly asked me if she still existed if she called before I call her, her playful banters kept me grounded during those busy times. "I appreciate my parents who instilled in me a strong sense of hard work, the grace o...

Anambra 2025: Onitsha Traders Backs Soludo From Seun Miracle Ahead of the 2025 governorship election in Anambra State, traders in the commercial city of Onitsha have sparked move to back the incumbent, Prof Charles Soludo for a second term in office with inauguration of a chapter of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) in the Market  The trader who do their businesses at Ogbaru Main Market also known as Relief Market located in Okpoko at a Prayer section held inside the market declared their total support for Gov Soludo's second term. They said that Prof Soludo has done well enough in so many areas to remain at the Government House Awka for additional four years when his current tenure elapses in 2026.  The Executive Chairman of the Market, Hon Ndubuisi Ochiogu told the gathering that the decision to back Soludo for a second term in office is stemmed from the fact that it is wrong to change a winning team. He added that Soludo is doing marvellously well and th...