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President Tinubu Appoints Chioma Awuzie As Rector Of Federal Polytechnic, Oko

Chioma Awuzie has been appointed as the new Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, by President Bola Tinubu. The appointment was made official on February 5, 2025, and will last for five years. This decision follows the recommendation of the Polytechnic’s Governing Council, led by Senator Dr. Barnabas Gemade. Awuzie is well-known for her […]

50-year-old Nigerian man dies in South African police custody

A 50-year-old Nigerian man, Jeremiah Okoye, has tragically passed away while in police custody in Limpopo, South Africa. Okoye, who had lived in South Africa for 22 years, was residing at 71 Magazyn Street, Polokwane, when he died under mysterious circumstances. The President of the Nigerian Citizens Association South Africa (NICASA), Frank Onyekwelu, confirmed the […]

BREAKING: Anglican Archbishop, driver released after one month in kidnappers’ den

In a heartening turn of events, Most Rev. Prof. Godwin Okpala, the retired Anglican Archbishop of the Niger Province and Bishop of Nnewi, has been freed after a month in captivity. Alongside him, his driver was also released by the kidnappers. Archbishop Okpala was abducted while traveling to Umuchu, a community in Anambra State, for […]

Gunmen Kill Five Security Operatives, Two Others In Anambra

A violent attack by gunmen in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State on Monday, December 30, 2024, resulted in the death of seven people. Among the victims were two unarmed civilians, who were preparing for a burial ceremony scheduled for January 2, 2025, and several security operatives. The gunmen opened fire around 11:20 a.m. […]

Governor Soludo Signs ₦607 Billion 2025 Appropriation Bill Into Law 

Governor Charles Soludo has officially signed the ₦607 billion 2025 Appropriation Bill into law, marking a major step in his administration’s efforts to transform Anambra State. The budget, called “Changing Gears 2.0,” focuses on making Anambra a modern, prosperous, and more livable place for its citizens. The budget is designed around five key areas: Security […]

Gunmen Attack Human Rights Leader, Emeka Umeagbalasi And Family In Anambra

Emeka Umeagbalasi, a prominent human rights activist and chairman of the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety), and his family were attacked by gunmen in Anambra State on November 27. The attackers first opened fire and stole Umeagbalasi’s Mitsubishi Hilux truck from his driver, Comrade Chike Umeh. Though the vehicle was […]

Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Stabbing Brother’s Wife in Anambra

The Anambra State Government has announced plans to charge a man, Nnamdi Nnebe, with attempted murder. Nnebe, who hails from Awka, is accused of stabbing his elder brother’s wife, Mrs. Njideka Nnebe, during a family disagreement. The dispute started when Nnamdi noticed children playing around his parked tricycle (keke) in front of the family compound. […]

Anambra State Invests ₦489 Million in Night-Landing Equipment for Chinua Achebe Airport

The Anambra State government is taking steps to make travel safer and more convenient by investing ₦489 million to install night-landing equipment at the Chinua Achebe International Airport. This development means the airport will soon support nighttime landings, making it more accessible for flights at all hours. During the 34th meeting of the Anambra State […]

14 Escape Death as Bus Catches Fire on Onitsha Bridge; Driver Injured

On October 30, 2024, a terrifying incident occurred when a commercial bus caught fire on the Old Niger Bridge in Onitsha, Anambra State. Fourteen passengers managed to escape just in time, while the driver sustained minor injuries. The bus, a Toyota Hiace, was traveling to Asaba, Delta State, when flames suddenly erupted from the front […]

Anambra State Police Arrests Man Posing as Civil Defence Officer

A 55-year-old man has been arrested in Anambra State for impersonating a Civil Defence officer and committing fraud. The suspect, Emmanuel Oche, was caught for deceiving and extorting money from unsuspecting victims. The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Anambra, Maku Olatunde, issued a warning to the public to be cautious […]