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 […]
Nigerian Army Dismantles IPOB/ESN Camp, Arrests Gunrunner, and Rescues Hostages
In a significant move against terrorism and organized crime, the Nigerian Army has successfully dismantled an armed group’s camp, arrested a gunrunner, and facilitated the surrender of Boko Haram fighters. These operations demonstrate the army’s commitment to maintaining national security and restoring peace in affected regions. On a recent operation in Anambra State, troops targeted […]
Police and JTF Recover 3 Explosives and Abandoned Vehicles in Anambra
The Anambra State Police Command, in partnership with the Joint Task Force (JTF), has made significant strides in tackling criminal activities within the state. In a coordinated operation carried out recently, they successfully recovered three unexploded bombs and two abandoned vehicles in Ihiala Local Government Area. The State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, […]
Anambra State Takes Action Against Scavengers: New Ban and Legal Measures
Anambra State has put a stop to scavengers who collect iron scraps, known locally as “iron condemn,” due to their disruptive and illegal activities. These scavengers have been involved in stealing metal from public services, private properties, and causing damage to essential infrastructure. Paul Nwosu, the Commissioner for Information, explained that these scavengers have negatively […]
Peter Obi Criticizes Federal Government for Charging Protesters With Treason
Peter Obi, who once ran for president, has openly criticized the federal government under President Tinubu for accusing #EndBadGovernance protesters of treason. He pointed out that the government mishandled the situation, even though the citizens had given a month’s notice before the protest took place. Speaking in an interview with News Central on Monday, Obi, […]
Wife and Children Arrested by Anambra State Government for Allegedly Abusing 75-Year-Old Husband
In a deeply troubling incident, the Anambra State Government, through its Ministry of Women and Social Welfare, has taken action against a family accused of severely mistreating their elderly patriarch. The incident came to light when Mr. Romanus Obidigwe, a 75-year-old retired senior civil servant, courageously reported the continuous abuse he has been enduring from […]
Man Rescued by Police After Suicide Attempt Over N1.2 Million Debt
In Anambra State, a 27-year-old man named Alozie John faced a dire situation when he attempted suicide due to a N1.2 million debt. John, originally from Isielu LGA in Ebonyi State but living in Umunnachi, Dunukofia LGA, ingested a harmful chemical in a desperate attempt to escape his financial crisis. The debt was connected to […]
Former Anambra Deputy Speaker Harford Oseke Passes Away After Exercise
The former Deputy Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Harford Oseke, has sadly passed away. Oseke, who was well-known in his community, collapsed after completing his usual exercise routine at the Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, the capital of Anambra State. Despite immediate efforts to revive him, Oseke was pronounced dead shortly after […]