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Anglican Bishop praises Soludo’s strides, cautions against Agunechemba abuses  From Seun Miracle  The Bishop, Diocese of Aguata Anglican Communion, Right Reverend Samuel Ezeofor, has challenged the Federal Government to take decisive steps towards addressing the rising spate of insecurity, corruption and economic hardship in the country. Bishop Ezeofor gave the charge during the Third Session of the Seventh Synod of the Diocese themed “God’s great task for the church 3: The great commitment,” at Ezira, Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State. The Prelate regretted that the country has fast degenerated into a abyss of uncertainties marked with insecurity, corruption, economic deprivation and selfish political leadership.  He regretted, “It is all about the survival of the political class rather than service and welfare of people. The rate of political cross-carpeting across parties will soon leave us with one-party state with all its disadvantages....

SIDEC, SWOFON Advocate Inclusive Agricultural Policies in Anambra From Seun Miracle  Smallholder women farmers in Anambra State have raised concerns over poor access to government agricultural support, alleging that benefits meant for genuine farmers are often diverted to individuals with little or no farming background. The concerns were raised during an advocacy visit by the Social and Integral Development Centre (SIDEC) and the Small Scale Women Farmers Organisation in Nigeria (SWOFON) to the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mrs Chiamaka Nnake. Speaking during the visit, SWOFON State Coordinator, Georgina Akunyiba, said many real farmers in rural communities continue to struggle with lack of support while “celebrity farmers” take advantage of intervention programmes designed for grassroots farmers. According to her, the situation has continued to deny genuine smallholder farmers access to critical resources needed to boost food production and improve liveliho...

Gender Imbalance in Nigerian Judiciary Still Worrisome — FIDA From Seun Miracle  The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria has expressed worry over the persistent under-representation of women in leadership positions within Nigeria’s judiciary despite progress recorded globally and regionally in women’s empowerment. FIDA Country Vice President and National President, Mrs. Eliana Martins, raised the concern in Awka during a consultative dialogue with women judicial officers organised with support from Co-Impact, a global philanthropic organisation. The engagement, themed “Probing Women’s Career Progression and Leadership Pathways in the Judiciary,” seeks to strengthen women’s inclusion and advancement in Nigeria’s judiciary through institutional reforms. Represented by the National Publicity Secretary, Mrs. Chineze Obianyo, Martins lamented the continued structural gender imbalance within the judiciary despite increased participation of women in legal ...

AHF Nigeria Leads Push to End Period Poverty, Menstrual Discrimination in Nasarawa  From Seun Miracle  The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria and the Nasarawa State Government have intensified calls for stronger collaboration and sustained action to combat menstrual stigma and improve access to menstrual hygiene support for girls and young women. The appeal was made during activities marking the 2026 World Menstrual Health Day in Keffi, Nasarawa State, where stakeholders emphasized the urgent need to break harmful myths surrounding menstruation and ensure girls can manage their periods safely, affordably, and with dignity. The event, organized by AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria in partnership with the Nasarawa State Ministry of Women Affairs and Humanitarian Services, brought together government officials, health workers, educators, students, and civil society actors for awareness sessions, advocacy, and distribution of sanitary pads. Participants st...

2027: Anti North campaign of calumny against Mr Peter Obi is a dead on arrival project, former PDP Image Maker insists  From Seun Miracle  The former Publicity Secretary for Anambra State chapter of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) Mr Nnamdi Nwangwu has described the current repeated anti North narratives against the Presidential Candidate of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Mr Peter Obi as a piece of falsehood. Mr Nwangwu who is now a member of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) stated this while speaking with journalists in his Uruagu-Nnewi residence. He said as a matter of fact that the anti North narratives are mere campaign of calumny against the person of Mr Peter Obi which according to him is a dead on arrival project. The former PDP image maker traced the campaign to the camp of elements who are not favourably disposed to the growing acceptance of Mr Peter Obi across the country. He pointed out that the people who are peddling the falsehood have discover...

STRENGTHENING DEMOCRACY THROUGH PARTY INTEGRITY: STATEMENT ON THE ANAMBRA NORTH SENATORIAL PRIMARIES. For more than three decades in partisan politics, I have remained guided by a simple conviction: that the deepening of democracy in Nigeria depends fundamentally on strengthening our political parties and ensuring that party discipline, internal democracy, and institutional supremacy remain the bedrock of our political culture. Political parties are the vehicles through which democracy operates. They recruit leaders, formulate policies, mobilize citizens, and ultimately determine who occupies positions of public authority. Where democracy is weakened within political parties, democracy itself becomes weakened within the nation. Throughout this Republic, I have, alongside many committed democrats, participated actively in efforts to deepen internal party democracy by advocating strict adherence to party constitutions, transparent processes, and free and fair primaries. This ...

Anambra Deputy Speaker Alleges Plot To Scuttle His Primary Election Victory By Raymond Ozoji, Awka  Deputy Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly and House of Representatives hopeful, Rt.Hon. Chukwuma Pius Okoye, has alleged plots by political jobbers to scuttle his primary election victory for Awka-North and Awka-South federal constituency.  Okoye who polled 4, 465 votes as announced by the Returning Officer Elizabeth Nwokeocha, defeated other contestants by a wide margin and was declared winner of the Awka-North and Awka-South APGA primary election.  He further alleged that in spite of being declared winner of the APGA primaries for Awka-North and Awka-South federal constituency, information reaching him revealed that some disgruntled elements are vehemently plotting to upturn his electoral conquest by planning to reconduct elections in three wards of the constituency even when he has been declared winner by the Returning Officer.  Okoye who ins...

Nigeria’s Menstrual Health Crisis Demands Action - AHF From Seun Miracle  Across Nigeria, millions of girls continue to face a harsh and often overlooked reality: menstruation remains a barrier to education, dignity, and health.  Period poverty, stigma, and inadequate access to basic sanitation products continue to force many young girls out of school every month, exposing deep inequalities in the country’s public health and education systems. AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria disclosed this in a press statement released ahead of the 2026 Menstrual Health Day on Monday, May 25.  The event which AHF Nigeria will commemorate with a community-based intervention in Keffi, Nasarawa State, will apart from raising awareness also confront the structural neglect that continues to undermine menstrual health management in Nigeria. The event holding at Victory Baptist School, Daddin Kowa, Keffi will bring together students from Flobam British Secondary School, Gove...

AAC Fields Ifemeludike Against Umeh in Anambra Central  From Seun Miracle  Former governorship candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in Anambra State, Chioma Ifemeludike, has emerged as the party’s senatorial candidate for Anambra Central ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ifemeludike secured the ticket through a consensus arrangement during the party’s primary election held on Thursday under the supervision of officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Her emergence sets the stage for a major contest against incumbent Senator Victor Umeh and the eventual candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in the battle for the Anambra Central Senatorial seat. The exercise also produced Agozie Mmotoh as the AAC candidate for Awka North and South Federal Constituency. Announcing the results, Returning Officer Obianuju Aniche praised party members for conducting themselves peacefully and orderly throughout the exercise. Reacting...

Anambra North: Disquiet as HoR Aspirant Claims Gov Soludo's 1 Youth 2 Skills Initiative Is Working for Madam Oduah From Seun Miracle  The political space in Anambra North Senatorial Zone is currently experiencing tension as House of Representatives aspirant, Mr. Egwuatu Mgbiligba, reportedly claimed that Governor Charles Soludo's 1 Youth 2 Skills initiative is being used to support Madam Stella Oduah. Mr. Egwuatu Mgbiligba was also alleged to have claimed that the Anambra State Commissioner for Youth Development, Hon. Patrick Aghamba, is supporting Madam Stella Oduah, an aspirant for the Anambra North Senatorial seat. A statement from Onochie Odikosa, Coordinator of Onitsha North SYPSG, reads: "Wherever our commissioner stands, that is where we are. On Saturday, come out and vote for Stella Oduah and Egwuatu Mgbiligba. "This is serious business, no sentiment. Make sure you canvass for these aspirants for better days and empowerment ahead. "If you are ...

Over 5000 Persons Benefit From Awka Union USA/Canada Free Medical Mission  By Raymond Ozoji, Awka  People have been strongly advised to prioritize their health especially when they are over 40 years and go for comprehensive medical check-up at least once in a year for early detection of illnesses and not wait until they have fallen sick before they visit the hospital.  This was the crux of the matter during a 5-day free medical outreach and health education organized by the Awka Union USA/Canada where over 5000 persons benefitted from the 5th edition of the programme.  The exercise which featured free screening, diagnosis and treatments, free eye examinations, medications and issuance of free eyeglasses were held respectively at Umuzocha village hall, Ndichie hall Umudioka village, Ezi-Umuanaga Agulu Awka, Umuokpu village hall and Manari Osonwa Primary Healthcare Centre Obodoezi Obunagu Amikwo in Awka-South Local Government Area of Anambra State.  ...

Anambra North 2027: Leaders With Vision Initiative Endorse Obiogbolu  From Seun Miracle  It's harvest of endorsements for the Senatorial aspiration of Dr Alex Obiogbolu, the former Special Adviser to Gov Charles Soludo on Political Matters got a boost yesterday as Leaders With Vision Initiative endorsed his candidature. Just few days ago, Oyi LGA Stakeholders took the bull by the horns by endorsing Dr Obiogbolu's senatorial aspiration in a well attended meeting at Awkuzu. The Coordinator of the group, Mr Ifeanyi Oge who was speaking with journalists at Nsugbe, in Anambra East LGA of the State said that Dr Obiogbolu has proven over and over that he is eminently qualified to give Anambra North Senatorial zone a responsible and responsive representation at the Senate. He pointed out that Dr Obiogbolu's track record of performance cannot be wished away with a wave of the hand. Mr Oge whose group supported the re-election bid of Gov Charles Soludo with a whopping two...

Over 5000 Persons Benefit From Awka Union USA/Canada Free Medical Mission  By Raymond Ozoji, Awka  People have been strongly advised to prioritize their health especially when they are over 40 years and go for comprehensive medical check-up at least once in a  year for early detection of illnesses and not wait until they have fallen sick before they visit the hospital.  This was the crux of the matter during a 5-day free medical outreach and health education organized by the Awka Union USA/Canada where over 5000 persons benefitted from the 5th edition of the programme.  The exercise which featured free screening, diagnosis and treatments, free eye examinations, medications and issuance of free eyeglasses were held respectively at Umuzocha village hall, Ndichie hall Umudioka village, Ezi-Umuanaga  Agulu Awka, Umuokpu village hall and Manari Osonwa Primary Healthcare Centre Obodoezi Obunagu Amikwo in Awka-South Local Government Area of Anambra Sta...

2027: Aguata 2 Constituency Deserves Better Representation -- OC Bravo  By Raymond Ozoji, Awka  As aspirants anxiously await conduct of the May 23rd APGA primaries, a strong contender for the Aguata 2 state constituency seat, Arc. Okonkwo Chukwuka Williams popularly known as OC Bravo, has once again reinforced his position that Aguata 2 state constituency (Aguata-North) deserves better representation in the next political dispensation.  OC Bravo who was recently screened successfully and cleared by the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) to participate in the May 23rd party primaries, said Aguata 2 constituency deserves a representative who the people can trust with their mandate as well as repose confidence in, not someone who will shut the door against them after being elected as currently being experienced in the constituency.  He explained that apart from the excruciating experience of the ill-fated representation in the ongoing 8th legislature of ...

The Technician Who Became a Pillar: Engr. Nosa Ununu’s Inspiring Journey to 50 For many people, reaching the age of fifty is not just about marking another birthday; it is a celebration of purpose, impact, and the lives touched over the years. That spirit of gratitude and admiration filled the atmosphere as family members, friends, church associates, colleagues, and well-wishers gathered to celebrate Engr. Enosa Ununu on the occasion of his golden jubilee. Beyond the music, laughter, and heartfelt tributes was the inspiring story of a man whose journey reflects resilience, faith, humility, and service to humanity. Born in Ekpon, Igueben Local Government Area of Edo State, Engr. Nosa Ununu’s success story began from very humble beginnings. In 2000, he relocated to Anambra State as a pre-science student of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, where he later studied Physics Electronics for five years. Raised in a modest civil servant family, he understood early in life th...

Anambra North Senatorial Election: Oyi LGA Stakeholders Endorse Obiogbolu From Seun Miracle  Stakeholders of Oyi Local Government Area have endorsed the senatorial aspiration of Dr. Alex Obiogbolu ahead of the APGA primary election slated for May 23. The stakeholders gave the endorsement yesterday during a meeting in Awkuzu, declaring with one voice that the people of Oyi would support and vote for Obiogbolu both at the party primary and in the general election. Speaking during the gathering, Chief O.C. Ilozue described Obiogbolu as a man of humility, compassion, and uncommon dedication to public service, noting that his humane approach to leadership has endeared him to people across Anambra North. According to Ilozue, Obiogbolu maintained an open-door policy while serving as Special Adviser to Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo on Political Matters, making himself accessible to party faithful, community leaders, youths, and ordinary citizens seeking assistance or interve...

NDC is the vehicle for positive change, Ex PDP image maker declares  From Seun Miracle  The former Publicity Secretary of Anambra State chapter of People's Democratic Party (PDP) Mr Nnamdi Nwangwu has described Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as the vehicle for positive change in Nigeria. Mr Nwangwu who was speaking with journalists in his Uruagu-Nnewi residence noted that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has proven to be incapable of taking Nigeria to the promised land. He pointed out that the eleven years of APC controlled government has spelled doom to the common people in the country noting that it's only individuals who belong to the oppressive cabal club appear to be at ease. Mr Nwangwu said that allowing APC to control the government machinery in the next dispensation would spell colossal tragedy to citizens whose lives have been reduced lower than the value of goats under the watch of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. "Everything has totally collapsed i...

Nnewi South 1 constituency: Hon Atuchukwu second term bid gets a boost  From Seun Miracle  The second term bid of Hon Nonso Chudi Atuchukwu, member representing Nnewi South 1 constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly yesterday got a boost as Obataifeadi Women Group with over six hundred members endorsed his aspiration. Obataifeadi Women Group, a peculiar and special political group that engage in empowerment of members, championing the cause of women and children in Unubi, Ekwulummili, Azigbo, Osumeyi and Utuh communities that constitute Nnewi South Constituency 1. The members of the group in their meeting on Monday declared total support for the reelection bid of Hon Atuchuolitical who they described as a good man and a promise keeper. Speaking at the prayer meeting, the Convener of Obataifeadi Women Group, Mrs Ebere Mbanefo highlighted the roles and responsibilities of women in society noting that the work of a good woman begins at home. She stressed th...

Aguata-North PGs Declare OC Bravo Most Credible Option For Aguata 2 Constituency  By Raymond Ozoji, Awka  Presidents-General of the eight towns and eleven political wards of Aguata 2 state constituency have in one accord taken a fervent decision to rally round Arc. Okonkwo Chukwuka Williams, owner of OC Bravo business empire, ahead of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) primary elections.  The PGs concurred that Arc. Okonkwo Chukwuka Williams is the most credible option for Aguata 2 state constituency and that his antecedents and pedigree showed that he is a core grassroots person, who deploys his personal resources to uplift humanity.  Addressing the PGs on Sunday in Aguluezechukwu, Arc. Okonkwo Chukwuka Williams emphasized the need for a change in the way and manner Aguata-North is being represented in the state legislature.  He said that the status quo has to change because as it stands now, there is no telling that Aguata-North has a repre...

Opinion Poll: Obiogbolu Leads With Wide Margin Ahead of APGA Primary Elections  By Nonso Obiekwe  A recent independent opinion poll conducted by Sunrise Media has revealed that Dr. Alex Obiogbolu is currently the leading choice among members of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anambra North Senatorial Zone ahead of the party’s senatorial primary election. The poll, which sampled opinions across the seven local government areas in Anambra North, assessed the popularity and acceptability of leading aspirants seeking the party’s ticket to represent the zone in the Senate. According to the report, Obiogbolu emerged clearly ahead of other contenders, including Senator Stella Oduah, Chief John Emeka and Chief Primus Odili. Poll Results Aspirant            Percentage (%) Dr. Alex Obiogbolu      52% Senator Stella Oduah 24% Chief Primus Odili      14% Chief John Emeka      1...