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Ikukuoma's CSO Buries Mother in grand Style From Ifeoma Ejiofor  All roads led to Osumenyi in Nnewi South LGA of Anambra State on Wednesday as the Chief Security Officer (CSO) to Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, Mr Henry Ifejionu (Dikeanagbaraizu) of Obiofia Village Osumenyi laid his mother,  Mrs  Comfort Mnweremekwu Ifejionu Nwannedinamba Nee Obidum to rest. Mr. Ifejionu described his late mother as a peace loving person, a devoted Christian and a very hard working disciplinarian who was also a kindhearted personality. The CSO to the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the November 8, Anambra State governorship election, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu revealed that his mother put in a lot of effort to bring them up in the way of the Lord. He said that this was so because their father died early in life when they were still young and their mother had to take upon herself the responsibilities of a father and mother simultaneously for the family. The ...

Foundation rebrands education, restores passion in spelling bee competition By Praise Chinecherem A humanitarian organization, Joseph Onuorah Foundation (JOF) is set for the second edition of its spelling bee quiz competition for primary school pupils between the ages of 7-11 years in Orumba North and South Local Government Area of Anambra State. Founder, High Chief Joseph Onuorah, in a statement said the maiden edition of the competition was held in April 2024 with the vision of developing pupils' vocabulary prowess, harnessing the literacy interests and horning their spelling skills from a very young age.  "At the 2024 edition, the overall winner was 10 years old Master Agina Graham; a basic 5 student of St. Anthony Nur/Pry School Nanka. "He went home with an aggregated cash prize of N200,000 "The much awaited second season of the spelling bee competition shall feature pupils in the age range of 7-11 years old within private and public schools in Orumba...

Mobilize party faithful, others for November 8 governorship election, Gov Soludo's aide tasks APGA ward executives  From Seun Miracle  The Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to Gov Charles Soludo on Political Mobilization, Chief Sir Jude Umunnakwe has charged the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) ward executives to ensure that they mobilize all the party faithful for the November 8 governorship election. Chief Umunnakwe made this charge while playing host to the APGA ward executives in his county home at Ezira in Orumba South LGA of the state. He pointed out that Gov Soludo is a very good brand that is very easy to sell because of his outstanding achievements in office in just three years. "The ward executives are the closest to the people at the grassroot, the projects and programs embarked upon by Gov Soludo are in your immediate environment, which makes it easier for you to mobilize the people. "The mobilization should not just be for the members of our gr...

Digital Transformation Bridging Gap Between Technology and Rural Communities Chinedum Treasure  The unveiling of a modern healthcare and ICT facility in Obunagu, Awka South, by Chief Onuorah Osonwa has further reinforced the spirit of community-led development and collaboration that continues to drive progress across Anambra State. The newly commissioned ICT center, which has already trained and equipped 15 youths with laptops, stands as a practical reflection of this vision—bridging the gap between technology and communities at the grassroots. Chief Onuorah Osonwa, founder of the Manari Osonwa Foundation, said the donation of both the health and ICT centers was driven purely by humanitarian concerns, not political ambition.  His foundation's efforts—including free medical outreach and tech skills development—offer a replicable model for meaningful private sector contributions to public welfare. Representing the Governor, Mayor of Awka South Hon. Chinedu Okafor rea...

NIPDs: Maximize 'last opportunity' to immunize your children - Anambra Govt tells parents  By Praise Chinecherem  Anambra State Primary Health Care Development Agency (ASPHCDA) has urged parents to take advantage of the National Immunisation Plus Days (NIPDs) against circulating Polio Virus Type-2 infection to immunize their children. Executive Secretary, Mrs Chisom Uchem who made the appeal at a meeting of stakeholders on NIPDs said the exercise was likely Nigeria’s final chance to end polio transmission in the country. Uchem, represented by Director, Community Health Services, ASPHCDA, Dr Ngozi Okeke said children between zero to 59 months would be immunised with the Novel Oral Polio Vaccines (NOPV). She said the vaccine immunes children against poliomyelitis, a deadly childhood disease capable of crippling a child or even kill the victim. “The Polio campaign will run from May 3 to May 6, at healthcare centres, house-to-house and community centres. “Also in schoo...

Anambra Guber: Women Group Backs Chief Moghalu From Seun Miracle  As the race for Anambra State's governorship gathers momentum ahead of the November 8 election, Chief Dr. George Moghalu, the Labour Party (LP) candidate, has received a major boost from a prominent grassroots organization—Women for Amamgbo. The group, comprising women leaders and coordinators from seven local government areas in Anambra South—Nnewi North, Nnewi South, Ekwusigo, Ihiala, Aguata, Orumba North, and Orumba South—declared their support during Moghalu’s visit to Nnewi on Tuesday, April 29. The women, originally mobilized in support of LP senatorial hopeful Barr. Donald Amamgbo, said their backing of Moghalu was a natural extension of their commitment to the party’s broader vision. “We cannot support the senatorial candidate of our party and leave out the governorship candidate. Dr. Moghalu represents the strength and integrity the Labour Party needs to succeed in Anambra,” the group’s leader st...

Killer of policewoman arrested in Anambra  From Seun Miracle  Police Operatives attached to the Rapid Response Squad/Anti-Kidnapping unit acting on credible information have arrested thirty five year old Ewulu Chikwo who was one of people who allegedly murdered a police woman in Ukpor in Nnewi South LGA of Anambra State. The Police Public Relations Officer(PPRO) for Anambra State command, Tochukwu Ikenga (SP) revealed this in a press statement. He said that the operatives on 25th April 2025 busted a criminal Camp at Ukpor where the suspect was arrested. Ikenga said, "The arrested suspect, Ewulu Chikwo ‘m’ aged 35 years from Osumoghu Isieke Village, Ihiala LGA and his gang members were allegedly planning to enforce illegal Sit-At-Home in the area the following Monday.  "During the interrogation of the suspect, he confessed to being a member of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and also among the armed criminals that attacked the Ukpor Divisional...

'Digital divide, cybersecurity, misinformation confronting Nigerian libraries' By Praise Chinecherem  Vice Chancellor, University on the Niger, Umunya, Anambra state, Very Revd Prof Chinedu Nebo on Tuesday expressed worry over growing challenges facing Nigerian libraries in recent times. He identified digital divide, cybersecurity, misinformation, sustainability, and ethical information governance as serious challenges confronting libraries across the country. Nebo spoke through Provost of the College of Medicine of the Institution, Prof. Uche Onwudigwu at the celebration of the 2025 World Book Day held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state. The occasion was themed, "Libraries and Information Institutions at Crossroads: Issues, Implications, and Imperatives in the Era of Change and Transformation". Nebo, former Minister of Power listed other challenges to include forces of digitization, changing user behaviors, financial constraints, and ra...

Voter Mobilization: Ohaneze Strategizes Ahead Anambra Guber Election  Anambra State Chapter of Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, says it is devising strategies that will ensure stability in the state ahead of the 2025 Governorship Election. This the group said it wants to achieve by engaging the various candidates on the need to prosecute their campaigns in a manner that promotes peace, tolerance, and decorum. The State President of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Mazi Chukwuma Okpalaezeukwu revealed this in an exclusive chat with our correspondent in Awka. In the past, Anambra’s Governorship Election has been a very tough contest, with candidates of the various political parties always deploying all kinds of antics to outsmart their opponents, including calumnious online campaigns among others. Also, statistics have shown that in the 2021 Governorship Election, only 249,631 voters out of the over 2.5 million registered voters in the state participated in the exercis...

May Day: JUSUN lifts NLC football cup in Anambra Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has emerged as the winner of the 2025 Anambra State Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) cup.  The competition was part of the activities marking May 1 workers’ Day celebrations in the state. The NLC-organized competition brought together affiliate unions to showcase their sporting prowess and foster unity among labour unions in the state. In the evening match held at Igwebuike Grammar School, Awka, JUSUN team emerged champions, defeating the Nigeria Union of Mine Workers (NUMW) 2-1 in the closely contested game. The competition kick-off was performed by Hon. Kingsley Ikebudu, Special Adviser on Youths, Sports, and Special Duties to the Mayor of Awka South LGA. He commended NLC for organizing the competition, highlighting its role in promoting unity and love among workers in the state. Before the match, Comrade Humphrey Nwafor, Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), st...

Support groups applaud Gov Soludo over commissioning of new Anambra Govt House, Governor's Lodge, others  From Seun Miracle  Two leading support groups for the Anambra State Governor, Soludo Solution Movement (SSM) and Soludo Grassroot Warriors Initiative (SGWI) have applauded the governor of the state for the commissioning of the new Government House, Presidential Lodge and Governor's Lodge. Other projects which are billed for commissioning by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on May 8th, 2025 include; Dr Alex Ekwueme Square and Solution Fun City all in the State capital. The Convener of SSM, Chief Sir Jude Umunnakwe while speaking with journalists ahead of the commissioning said that Gov Charles Soludo has proved nay sayers wrong. He pointed out that with the commissioning of the new Government House, Presidential Lodge, Governor's Lodge, Fun City, the promise made by the incumbent governor to make the Anambra Dubai and Taiwan is partly fulfilled. "In Anambra S...

LP Governorship Candidate, Chief Moghalu bags award of excellence in service  From Seun Miracle  The Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria has honoured Dr. George Moghalu, the Labour Party (LP) candidate for the November 8, Anambra governorship election, with an award of excellence in leadership. The event, which held at Moghalu’s country home in Uruagu-Nnewi, saw a delegation of the bishops led by the Most Rev. Archbishop Mayor (Dr.) Mike Uchenna Chukwudum, who said the recognition was in appreciation of Moghalu’s exemplary leadership over the years. Dr. Chukwudum, who serves as the Overseer of the Conference’s Anambra State chapter, commended Moghalu not only for his recent victory in the Labour Party governorship primary, but also for the integrity and dedication he has demonstrated in public service. “This award is a reflection of the track record we have observed,” he said. “We are confident that God is preparing him for greater responsibilities, including...

I'm ready to spend any amount for Gov Soludo's reelection, Bishop Nzekwesi declares  From Seun Miracle  The National Leader of Soludo Solution Movement (SSM) Bishop Dr Onyeka Nzekwesi (Chinakaribeya) has expressed his preparedness to spend any amount to ensure victory for Gov Soludo in the November 8, Anambra State governorship election. Chinakaribeya stated this yesterday when he was playing host to the Convener of the group, Hon Chief Jude Umunnakwe and some members of his executive council at his palatial country home at Eziowele in Idemili North LGA of the state. Bishop Nzekwesi, said as a matter of fact that he is prepared to mobilize the group to the point that all the polling units in the state would be manned by his members during the governorship election. The National Leader of SSM who is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Pine Leaves Estate Developer said that no amount is too much to invest in Gov Soludo's reelection noting that the incumbe...

Police operatives rescue kidnapped victim in Anambra  From Seun Miracle  Police operatives in Anambra State command have rescued a kidnapped victim. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for the command, Tochukwu Ikenga (SP) revealed this in a press statement. He said,"The Anambra State Police Command today 23rd April 2025 confirmed the rescue and safe return of a kidnapped victim at Umuege Village, Amawbia, Awka and has debriefed the victim for necessary action.  "This is following a hot chase and strategic positioning of Police Operatives attached to the Central Police Station Awka, on the receipt of information about the abduction of the victim by 10.45 pm yesterday 22nd April 2025. "This made the criminals operating in an unmarked Sienna vehicle to abandon the victim in Umunya along Enugu/Onitsha Expressway and fled the scene." Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police Ikioye Orutugu (CP) has directed a comprehensive investigation into the incident.

FROM POLLUTION TO RESTORATION: HOW SOLUDO IS HEALING ANAMBRA’S ENVIRONMENT, ONE COMMUNITY AT A TIME By Christian ABURIME  When Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR,  assumed office in 2022, he inherited more than a state in need of development. He inherited an ecological emergency.  With over 1,000 active erosion sites, flooding that displaced entire communities, a broken waste system, and air quality so poor that Onitsha was once ranked the most polluted city in the world, Anambra was crying out for environmental redemption.  Three years later, the cry is being answered, not with press releases but with policies, partnerships, and purposeful action.  Governor Soludo’s environmental agenda is at the very core of his vision for a clean, green, livable Anambra. Onitsha, Awka, Nnewi, and Okpoko, once clogged by towering heaps of refuse, have been reborn. One of Governor Soludo’s first acts in office was to declare a State of Emergency on the Environmen...

Govt gives reason for partial demolition of Innoson show room in Nnewi  From Seun Miracle  The Anambra State government has made clarification of what actually led to the partial demolition of Innoson show room at Nnewi in Nnewi North LGA of the State. The State Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor PhD in a press statement said that the government is constrained to issue some clarifications on the trending misinformation about the Innoson Motors Showroom that was partially demolished. Law Mefor said,"Firstly, since the inception of the Soludo administration, there has been no instance where demolition or removal of structures was undertaken without due process and consultation with critical stakeholders. "On October 31, 2024, a notice of a stakeholders' meeting was issued to all concerned and affected persons whose businesses and properties were on the right-of-way along the Nnewi-Ozubulu-Onitsha federal highway.  "This meeting was convened in the offi...

Anambra 2025: Former Aviation Minister endorses Gov Soludo  From Isaac Ojo Awka Former Minister of Aviation and public policy advocate, Chief Osita Chidoka, has formally endorsed the re-election bid of Gov Charles Chukwuma Soludo, describing him as “a model for the Anambra of our dreams.” Ikechukwu Okafor, the Special Assistant (Media) to the former minister revealed this in a press release. He praised Soludo’s exceptional credentials, visionary leadership, and tangible achievements over the past three years.  Chidoka emphasised that the November 8 gubernatorial election is not just a political contest but “a serious and fundamental decision about the future of Anambra State.” “The question before us is not what candidates are saying today, but who truly represents the future we want to build,” Chidoka said. “Among all the governorship candidates, who would I want my son to be like? My answer is clear: Governor Charles Soludo.” Invoking the iconic Cuban tradition w...

Anambra based prophet raises alarm over ploy to assassinate APC guber candidate  From Seun Miracle  The Spiritual Head of Soul Revival Outreach Nnewi, in Nnewi North LGA of Anambra State, Prophet Ikechukwu Uzukwu has raised the alarm over ploy by certain persons to assassinate the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the November 8 polls, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu. Prophet Uzukwu who was speaking with journalists early Thursday morning said that God revealed the matter to him one week ago noting that he prayed over it, on the principles of God revealed, God redeems. He however pointed out that he decided to raise the alarm when he got similar revelation about the attempt on the life of the APC standard bearer again on Wednesday. Prophet Uzukwu expressed worry over the repeated revelations wondering why anyone would contemplate such dastard and atrocious act. He noted that certain interested persons must obviously be feeling threatened over the ...

Lawmaker commissions new classroom blocks in Anambra school  By Praise Chinecherem  Member representing Anambra East and West Federal Constituency, Hon. Peter Udeogalanya Aniekwe (Macpee) has  commissioned a six-classroom block at Ezi-Anam Central School, Umudora Anam in Anambra West Local Government Area of Anambra State. Speaking during the event, the lawmaker said the school had historically played pivotal role in the educational development of several residents in the area.  He however regretted that the school had suffered infrastructural decay and vandalism over the years. "Any nation that desires to progress and compete favorably well with the rest of the world must invest hugely in the education sector. "The newly structured classrooms well equipped are part of my commitment to revitalize the school’s legacy and reaffirmation that education remains the cornerstone of a progressive society," he stressed. Underscoring the importance of education to ...

Anambra 2025: Ebube Muonso refutes candidate endorsement, clarifies position  Delight Chinedum  Spiritual Director, Holy Ghost Adoration Ministry, Uke, Fr. Emmanuel Obimma has clarified his position on the upcoming Anambra State gubernatorial election.  He emphasized that he remained impartial and would not endorse any candidate. The fiery priest had been reported as endorsing candidate of the All Progressive Congress APC, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu.  But speaking in an Easter Message, Obimma, popularly called Ebube Muonso reiterated his primary concern for the state's progress and the protection of lives.  He underscored his efforts in addressing insecurity in the state, as well as commitment to well-being of the State and its people. "I'm not comfortable when a system is corrupt.  "My duty as a priest is to speak out against injustice and corruption, and to cry out when things are not going right," he said. The Catholic cleric urged the people to exercise ...

Catholic Secretariat announces the passing of Pope Francis  From Seun Miracle  The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria on behalf of the President of the Catholic Bishop's Conference of Nigeria, Most Rev Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji has announced the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis. Pope Francis according to the Catholic Secretariat died on Easter Monday, 21st April, 2025 at 7.35am. The statement was signed by the Secretary General, Rev Fr Michael A. Banjo made available to journalists on Monday. The statement reads,"It is not without spiritual significance that the Holy Father passed during the Easter session; a time when the church proclaims with joy, the victory of Christ over death. "His return to the Lord in this sacred season offers us a consoling reminder of the christian hope in the resurrection and promise of eternal life. "Pope Francis born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in 1936, served the church with humility, courage and a deep love for the poor and exclude...

Operation Udo Ga Chi: Anambra police operatives arrest suspected kidnappers, recover arms and ammunition  From Seun Miracle  _Also, information extracted during the interrogation of the suspects led to the recovery of two more AK47 rifles and two empty AK47 magazines._ Police Operatives attached to the Rapid Response Squad/Anti-kidnapping Unit on 13th April 2025 arrested one Celestine Onuyia ‘M’ aged 52 years and Jacinta Okolo Udenka ‘F’ aged 45 years all residents of Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area and during a search in their house, recovered one pump action gun, seven single barrel dane guns and twenty-eight live cartridges. Similarly, the Operatives acting on information earlier extracted from the suspects during their interrogation today 20th April 2025 recovered two more AK47 rifles and two empty magazines in their criminal hideout at Omasi, Ayamelum LGA.  The Operatives have since been investigating a kidnap incident that occurred at Nnewi in J...

Easter Celebrations: Chief Moghalu felicitates with Anambra people  From Seun Miracle  As Christians all over the world celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Anambra State Labour Party governorship candidate, and immediate past Managing Director (MD) of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Chief Dr. George Moghalu, has felicitated with the good people of Anambra State. In his message captioned, “Easter: a Season of Hope and a Call to Renew Anambra,” Moghalu called for unity, hope, and a renewed collective resolve as Anambra State approaches a decisive moment in its democratic journey. “Easter reminds us of the enduring power of faith, sacrifice, and redemption,” he stated. It is a time to rekindle our hope and reaffirm our belief in a future, where our children can thrive in peace, security, and prosperity.” Reflecting on the challenges currently confronting Anambra State, Moghalu emphasized the importance of purposeful leadership and ...

There is no going back in our support for Gov Soludo, former LP stalwarts declare From Seun Miracle  The former stalwarts of Labour Party (LP) who decamped to All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) said there is no going back in their support for Gov Charles Soludo's reelection. The former LP stalwarts who have transformed into a formidable support group for the incumbent governor, are now known as Soludo Grassroot Warriors Initiative(SGWI) The Convener of SGWI, Chief Hon Rogers Orjiewulu while speaking with journalists yesterday said his group is composed of over ten thousand men and women of honour who are committed to the reelection of Gov Charles Soludo. Chief Orjiewulu pointed out that the former LP stalwarts willingly decided to leave their former political party and formed a support base for Gov Charles Soludo because of his unprecedented, landmark, quality achievements in just three years in office. "The former LP stalwarts are critical stakeholders in Anam...

Killer rapist arrested in Anambra  From Seun Miracle  A thirty three year old suspected killer and a serial rapist, Chidiebere Mbene has been arrested in Unubi, in Nnewi South LGA of Anambra State. The suspect, sources claimed had been a nightmare to young girls and women in the area before his attack on the last victim who he allegedly killed the brother after which he was nabbed by the community security operatives. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for Anambra State command, Tochukwu Ikenga (SP) has confirmed the arrest of the suspected serial rapist. The PPRO said that the suspect after raping his victim went ahead and murdered the fifteen year old brother of the victim, Nwokedi Michael Somtochukwu. He said that the suspect was eventually arrested by the community security operatives and handed over to the police for investigation and prosecution. Ikenga said that the development is an indication of the Command's willingness to continue to leverage on ...

Tinubu Lauds Transformations At Federal Cooperative College Oji River  BY Raymond Ozoji  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the management and staff of the Federal Cooperative College Oji River Enugu State for the massive transformations in the institution under the pragmatic leadership of the Provost and Chief Executive Officer of the college Dr. Jude Ejikeme Obidiegwu.  Tinubu who spoke through the Honourable Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security Sen. Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi during a working visit to the school, said he was impressed with the composition and quality of the academic and non-academic staff coupled with the serenity of the college environment which he described as very conducive for learning and academic activities.  President Tinubu stated that he was also impressed with the infrastructures on ground but equally pointed out that the college needed more amenities and given the availability of resources, the Federal Co...