Anambra police arrest man involved in kidnapping for ransom in Awka
Police authorities in Anambra State have arrested Ifeanyi Ekemezie, 32, for alleged involvement in kidnapping operations around Awka and nearby areas. The suspect was picked up by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad in the early hours of February 17, 2026. According to police spokesperson Tochukwu Ikenga, Ekemezie admitted being part of a three-man gang […]
Anambra govt begins revocation of undeveloped properties in designated estates
The Anambra State Government has started revoking ownership of undeveloped landed properties in designated government estates as part of efforts to enforce orderly urban development. The action was confirmed by the Managing Director of the Awka Capital Territory Development Authority (ACTDA), Dr. Ossy Onuko, during an enforcement exercise on Thursday. The exercise began at Awka […]
Anambra: INEC issues certificates of return to Soludo, deputy
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented certificates of return to Anambra State Governor, Prof. Charles Soludo, and his deputy following the conclusion of the state governorship process. The ceremony took place at the INEC office in Awka, where officials confirmed the governor-elect’s victory and fulfilled the legal requirement for handing over the official […]
Soludo Conducts Swearing-in Ceremony for 21 Local Government Chairmen
Governor Chukwuma Soludo has officially sworn in 21 newly elected local government chairmen during a ceremony held at the Government House in Awka. This important event marks a new chapter for local governance in the area. In his speech, Governor Soludo urged the new chairmen to work diligently and focus on grassroots development. He reminded […]
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 […]
Anambra State Cracks Down on Syndicates Exploiting Children for Begging
The Anambra State Government has recently intensified its efforts to combat the exploitation of children by begging syndicates in Awka. In a significant operation, 16 individuals, including both adults and children, were apprehended for their involvement in these activities. The Ministry of Women and Social Welfare, in partnership with the Awka Capital Development Authority (ACTDA), […]
Anambra State Cracks Down on Syndicates Using Children for Begging
The Anambra State Government has started a major crackdown on groups that use children to beg for money in Awka, the state’s capital. This operation, carried out by the Ministry of Women Affairs and the Awka Capital Development Authority (ACTDA), resulted in the arrest of 30 children and some adults involved in begging. The Aroma […]
Gunmen Abduct SUV Occupants in Anambra
Two people in an SUV were kidnapped by gunmen on Saturday afternoon. Witnesses reported the incident occurred near Nnamdi Azikiwe University’s back gate in the Ifite area of Awka. This comes amid increasing concerns about insecurity in Awka, the capital city of Anambra State. Last week, three alleged cultists were killed on Sunday, followed by […]