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Drop in Electricity Supply in Anambra State: Setting the Records Straight and Clarifying the Role of Firstpower DisCo

Izunna Okafor1 month ago1 month ago020 mins

DROP IN ELECTRICITY SUPPLY IN ANAMBRA STATE: SETTING THE RECORDS STRAIGHT AND CLARIFYING THE ROLE OF FIRSTPOWER March 11, 2026 The Management of FirstPower Electricity Distribution Company Limited (FPEDL) wishes to clarify and address the concerns of our customers across Anambra State regarding the recent significant drop in electricity supply being experienced in various communities….

CEO of Mekens Integrated Nig. Ltd. Nominated as Outstanding Personality of the Year at 2026 Eminent Man of the Year Awards

Izunna Okafor1 month ago1 month ago02 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka In recognition of his exceptional leadership, philanthropy, and over two decades of entrepreneurial excellence, High Chief Ikenna Obele, CEO of Mekens Integrated Nigeria Limited, has been nominated for the Eminent Man of the Year Awards 2026 as Outstanding Personality of the Year. From humble beginnings in Eastern Nigeria to building…

The Imperatives of the 2026 NIPR Anambra AGM and Summit Theme

Izunna Okafor1 month ago04 mins

By Nelson Omenugha The 2026 Annual General Meeting and Summit of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Anambra State Chapter, slated for Friday March 13 at the International Convention Centre, Awka, comes at a defining moment for the profession of public relations and strategic communication. In today’s digital world, reputation has become one…

Survivor Shares Testimony as Security Agencies, Youths Mobilize Against Drug Abuse, Cultism in Anambra

Izunna Okafor1 month ago03 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka Security agencies in Anambra State have intensified collaborative efforts to combat cultism, drug abuse and other social vices among youths through sustained advocacy and community engagement. This formed the focus of a one-day youth summit organised by the Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN), Anaocha Chapter, which held over the weekend…

Anambra Govt Okays Over N121m for Containers as Temporary Accommodation for Security Personnel, Unveils 3 Events for Swearing-in

Izunna Okafor2 months ago05 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) has approved the release of ₦121,948,995.00 for the supply and installation of formatted 10 NR 40-foot containers across multiple locations in the state to serve as temporary accommodation for security personnel. The approval formed part of key resolutions reached at the Council’s second meeting…

Tummy Tummy Boss Nominated for 2026 Eminent Man of the Year Award

Izunna Okafor2 months ago03 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka Chief Dr. Chika C. Emenike (Ojichukwu), Chairman/CEO of Kotec Group and founder of the renowned Tummy Tummy Noodles brand, has been nominated as The Eminent Man of the Year 2026 in recognition of his extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to industrial prominence. Born into modest circumstances and shaped by early…

Nigeria Being Constantly Ruled by Old People — Dr. Okeke-Ibezim

Izunna Okafor2 months ago04 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka A US-Based Nigerian Professor , Author and Psychologist, Dr. Mrs Felicia Ekwutosi Okeke-Ibezim has expressed concern over Nigerian people always electing old people as leaders. While she acknowledged the fact that old people have experience, nevertheless, the younger generation needs to be given a chance to govern in order to…

ARTMA Uncovers Real Causes of Fatal Agulu Hill Crash, Announces Preventive Measures

Izunna Okafor2 months ago06 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra Road Traffic Management Agency (ARTMA) has identified over-speeding and driver’s unfamiliarity with the Agulu Lake Hill terrain as the primary causes of the fatal road traffic crash that claimed multiple lives along the busy corridor on Friday evening. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of ARTMA, Engr….

Catholic Priest Condemns Destruction of Okeite Pots at Akwa Ọkụkọ’s Shrine (Video)

Izunna Okafor2 months ago05 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka A Catholic priest, Angelo Chidi Unegbu, has expressed his views following the recent demolition and burning of the shrine belonging to convicted Anambra native doctor, Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as Akwa Ọkụkọ Tiwara Akị. Recall that the Oba-born celebrity native doctor, Akwa Ọkụkọ was convicted on Friday, with destruction of…