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We Provided Alternative Temporary Accommodation for Our Sister Because Our Family House is Undergoing Renovation — Damian Enekwechi Refutes Eviction Claims

Izunna Okafor3 weeks ago3 weeks ago06 mins

By Ukpa Ewa Ozo Damian Ejiamatu Enekwechi has denied allegations of forceful eviction levelled against him by his younger sister, Mrs. Ndidi Mbelu, describing the claims as misleading and politically motivated. The clarification followed an earlier report in which Mrs. Mbelu alleged that she was unlawfully evicted from their late father’s residence at No….

LG Polls: Transporters, Market Women Back Iyom Amaka Obi for 2nd Term as Idemili South Mayor

Izunna Okafor3 weeks ago2 weeks ago05 mins

From Ijeoma Nwajiobi, Nnewi Ahead of Anambra State Local Government elections, transporters, market women and some other groups have endorsed the incumbent Mayor of Idemili South, Hon. Amaka Obi for a second tenure through opinion poll conducted yesterday, Wednesday, February 4 across the communities in the LGA. The opinion poll of the people of…

In Anambra, Taskforce Officer Dies, Two Injured as Truck Plunges into Idemili River, FRSC Intervenes (Video)

Izunna Okafor3 weeks ago2 weeks ago05 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka It was a tragic scene on Thursday at the Idemili Bridge, Oba, in Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State, as a speeding truck reportedly lost control and crashed, resulting to the death of one task force personnel and leaving two others injured. The fatal crash, it was gathered,…

41-Year-Old John Ezeobi Industrialist of the Year Award, Youngest Since Inauguration

Izunna Okafor3 weeks ago06 mins

Chairman, John Zobis Group, Chief John Ezeobi, has once again etched his name in gold in Nigeria’s industrial history, having been honoured with the prestigious 2025 Sun Industrialist of the Year Award, an honour reserved for individuals whose contributions have significantly shaped the nation’s economic and manufacturing landscape. The high-profile recognition was conferred on…

In Anambra, Woman Brutalizes House Help with Hot Iron for Allegedly Using Her Phone without Permission

Izunna Okafor3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command said it had arrested a 29-year-old woman, Mrs. Edeh Osinachi, over the alleged physical abuse of a 17-year-old girl in Awka, the capital city of the state. The arrest, it was gathered, followed the timely intervention of school authorities and the State Ministry of Education….

INEC Calls on Ndị Anambra to Enrol in Second Phase CVR Ahead of 2027 Polls, Introduces Rotational Model

Izunna Okafor3 weeks ago3 weeks ago012 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka Ahead of the 2027 general elections and other subsequent polls, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called on eligible residents of Anambra State to actively participate in the ongoing second phase of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, while also cautioning against double or multiple registrations, to avoid total…

Bring Back Plenty Medals — Anambra CP Charges Officers as BIPOGA Set to Kick Off on Valentine’s Day, Promises Full Support

Izunna Okafor3 weeks ago05 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command has expressed strong optimism and readiness ahead of the forthcoming 15th Biennial Police Games (BIPOGA) scheduled to commence on February 14, 2026 (Valentine’s Day) in Asaba, Delta State. The optimism stems from the readiness of the officers of the Command and the motivation by the…

Anambra LG Chairmen Trained on Transparent, Accountable Governance at One-day Capacity Building Workshop

Izunna Okafor3 weeks ago3 weeks ago014 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka Local Government Chairmen in Anambra State have been charged to embrace accountability, transparency and effective governance as the foundation for improved service delivery and sustainable development at the grassroots. This formed the thrust of deliberations at a one-day capacity building meeting organised for local government chairmen in the state under…

Major Fleet Expansion as Chisco Acquires 80 New Yutong Buses, 40 Sinotruk Trucks to Strengthen Intercity, Regional Routes Transportation

Izunna Okafor3 weeks ago3 weeks ago010 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka Popular and first-choice Nigerian road transport and logistics company, Chisco Transport Limited, has expanded its operational fleet with the acquisition of 80 brand new Yutong luxury buses and 40 new Sinotruk trucks, for the purpose of expanding capacity, improving service quality, and meeting rising passenger and logistics demands across Nigeria…

Not Every Mayor Will Return, But You’ll Return, Because You’re Number One Among Them All — APGA Assures Obi

Izunna Okafor3 weeks ago012 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Mayor and Chairperson of Idemili South Local Government Area, Hon. Mrs. Amaka Obi, has received another strong and unequivocal assurance of re-election and continuity in office, ahead of the 2025 Anambra State Local Government elections. The re-assurance, which came over the weekend, was ratified in Oba by the State…