By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Commissioner, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has paid a condolence visit to the Police Mobile Force 29 Squadron in Amansea, Awka, over the recent death of one of its officers, Inspector Okolie Amechi, who tragically lost his life in an accidental discharge incident involving his 10-year-old son. According…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The officers of the Agụnechemba security operatives (popularly known as Operation Udo Ga-Achị) in the Anambra East Local Government Area of Anambra State have reportedly arrested two some suspects involved in a grisly case of ritual killing and human parts dealing in Eziagulu Village, Aguleri. The arrests were reportedly made…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) has approved a fresh set of contracts aimed at erosion and flood control, road rehabilitation, infrastructural upgrade, and institutional renovation across various communities and institutions in the state. The approvals were made during the 11th ANSEC Meeting, which held on Monday, June 16, 2025,…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have foiled a suspected cult initiation ceremony in Nawfia, Njikoka Local Government Area of the state, leading to the arrest of six suspects and the recovery of arms and other incriminating items. The operation, which was based on intelligence, took place around 9:30am…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Executive Chairman of Nnewi South Local Government Area, Hon. Van George Ezeogidi (popularly known as Ijele Utuh), has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to driving grassroots development through people’s oriented projects and initiatives. Hon. Ezeogidi gave the assurance over the weekend during the commissioning of some key community-based projects in…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The United Business Women Association has extended heartfelt condolences to the people and families of the victims of the recent mass killings in Benue State, expressing solidarity with women across Nigeria as they collectively mourn yet another national tragedy. The Founder of the Association, Mrs. Nkiru Duru, conveyed the heartfelt…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka It was a tragic incident on Saturday in Awka, the Anambra State capital, as a police officer, Inspector Okolie Amechi, lost his life in an unfortunate accidental discharge caused his 10-year-old son. According to the Anambra State Police Command, the incident occurred in the evening of June 15, 2025, when…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka A domestic worker has been arrested by the operatives of the Anambra State Police Command for allegedly stealing his employer’s vehicle and fleeing to Delta State. The suspect, identified as Mr. Divine Ifeanyi Nnalue, was apprehended, at Ugbeji-Okpanam near Asaba, Delta State, by police operatives attached to the 33 police…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command has arrested two suspects connected to a criminal syndicate that defrauded a victim of two truckloads of cement valued at ₦17 million. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, operatives attached to 33 Police Station swung into action…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 40-year-old man, identified simply as Maduka, suspected to be dealing in vandalized electrical equipment and infrastructure materials. The arrest was made by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Awkuzu, following credible intelligence. The suspect was apprehended at Fegge, Onitsha, on June…
