Izunna Okafor, Awka Another lifeless body of a yet-to-be-identified individual has been found hanging on a tree in Amichi, Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra State. This is coming barely two week after a similar scene was discovered in Idemili North Local Government Area of the State, where the lifeless body of a…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Government has issued a stern warning to masquerade groups and revelers across the state, cautioning them against unruly and violent behaviors during cultural festivals and other celebrations. The warning comes on the heels of numerous complaints from residents who have reportedly been assaulted, harassed, or extorted by…
In a noteworthy effort, Hon. Rome Ibekwe, the Mayor of Anaocha Local Government Area, has trained and empowered 500 youths in a range of skills such as Solar Installation, ICT, Soap Making, Hair Dressing, Shoe Making, Sewing, and Baking. This six-month programme was not only focused on skill acquisition but also aimed at holistically empowering…
…Separatist Agitator Faces Charges Of Alleged Terrorism Incitement At last, the trial of a separatist agitator, Simon Ekpa, is set to begin in Finland, aa authorities have filed charges of incitement of terrorism before the Päijät-Häme District Court in Lahti. Our correspondent gathered that the charges, which were filed on Friday, May 16, border on…
The Business Council for Africa, in collaboration with BrandComms and African Business, has announced the shortlist of the BCABusiness Book of the Year Awards. This annual competition, which is now in its third year, is dedicated to illuminating the compelling business narratives that promote Africa’s socio-economic development. Authors from Nigeria lead this year’s shortlist. Also,…
All the students without exception who sat for 2025 Joint Admission Matriculation Board examination within the South Eastern Nigeria and Lagos state would be retaking their 2025 JAMB examination this Friday, May 16, 2025. The information was revealed this Thursday afternoon by the Anambra State Honourable Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor during an…
The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has implored the European Union (EU) and Africa to maximise their potential for the continent’s transformative development. He described the EU as Nigeria’s natural partner, whose investments in the most populous nation on the African continent have been assisting greatly in realising ongoing reforms by the administration of…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka Three individuals, including two gunmen and a security operative and were killed on Thursday evening following an attack by armed criminals on a security checkpoint in Isuofia, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State. The attack, which occurred on May 15, 2025, was, however, successfully repelled by the gallant operatives…
In a historic milestone, Nigeria has been formally admitted as a member of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), marking a significant step towards boosting private sector access to international capital and supporting the country’s long-term economic transformation. The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun led…
Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed concern over the recent technical glitches that marred the release of results by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), affecting nearly 380,000 candidates. In a statement titled “When Glitches Become a National Crisis,” Obi praised JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede,…
