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FirstPower Gets Commendation for Improved Service in Anambra as ASERC Rolls Out 4 New Regulations for State’s Power Sector

Izunna Okafor1 month ago011 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka FirstPower Electricity Distribution Company Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to improving electricity service delivery across Anambra State. The company gave the assurance on Tuesday, June 2, during the official signing of four key electricity market regulations by the Anambra State Electricity Regulatory Commission (ASERC), which has been described as another…

NDC House of Assembly Aspirant for Awka-South Constituency II, Evangelist Obue Begs Obi, Dickson, NDC Leadership to Uphold His Victory

Izunna Okafor1 month ago04 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) House of Assembly Aspirant for Awka South Constituency II in Anambra State, Evangelist Chinedu Raymond Obue (Nwachinemelu) has raised alarm on alleged conspiracies targeted at sabotaging his victory at the party primaries last weekend by yet to be identified tycoons supporting his opponent who lost…

Chief Monday Akunna: Integrity, Leadership and Service as Pillars of Success

Izunna Okafor1 month ago03 mins

By Our Correspondent Chief Ambassador Dr. Prophet Monday Akunna, CEO of Best Gas Limited and a respected community leader, attributes his remarkable success in business and life to one core value—integrity. According to him, trust is the foundation of every successful business relationship, and keeping one’s word, even at personal cost, is essential for long-term…

One-Chance Robbery: Anambra Keke Driver Sentenced to Death By Hanging Over Murder of Passenger Who Refused to Be Robbed

Izunna Okafor1 month ago06 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka Barely seven years after, justice has finally caught up with a commercial tricycle operator in Anambra State as a High Court sitting in the state sentenced him to death by hanging for his role and involvement in the killing of a passenger during a failed robbery operation. The convict, Makuachukwu…

Soludo Cracks Down on Unregistered Mortuaries in Anambra, Moves Against Improper Handling of C0rpses, Issues Fresh Directives

Izunna Okafor1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Government has intensified efforts to sanitize the healthcare sector, as it directed all mortuary operators in the state to regularize their operations or face sanctions as part of measures aimed at strengthening regulatory compliance and curbing unethical practices in the handling of c0rpses. The directive, issued through…

Anambra Fowl Seller Who Died of Heart Attack While Watching Arsenal Match Buried Amid Tears (Videos)

Izunna Okafor1 month ago05 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka What began as a night of football excitement ended in sorrow Umudieleke Umuoru Village, Uga, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State, as family members, friends, neighbours and sympathizers gathered on Sunday to bid a final farewell to Mazi Chibuzor Nzediegwu, a popular livestock trader who reportedly died while watching…

Southeast Monarchs Replace “Eze Ndigbo in Diaspora” Title with “NdiNdu Ndigbo n’Ụzọ Ije”

Izunna Okafor1 month ago07 mins

By Our Correspondent The South East Council of Traditional Rulers has unveiled a new title for Igbo cultural leaders in the diaspora, replacing the controversial “Eze” designation with “NdiNdu Ndigbo na Uzo Ije and Diaspora.” The move, according to the monarchs, is aimed at preserving the sanctity of traditional institutions and ending years of…

They Were Repelling Attack on the Chief of Staff’s Convoy — Police React as Gunmen Kill Two Officers During Gun Battle in Anambra (Video)

Izunna Okafor1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka No fewer than two police officers attached to the Anambra State Police Command were fatally wounded on Sunday night during a gun battle with yet-to-be-identified gunmen in the state. Reports have it that the gunmen launched an attack on the police vehicle, prompting them to respond immediately, during which a…

Otolo Nnewi in Diaspora Congratulates Tony Muodielo on Election Victory as New Otolo PG, Pledges Support to His Administration

Izunna Okafor1 month ago04 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Otolo Nnewi in Diaspora Association has congratulated Hon. Tony Afam Muodielo on his emergence as the President-General-elect of Otolo Nnewi, describing his victory as a reflection of the confidence reposed in him by the people and evidence of his dedication to community service. In a congratulatory message issued on May…

Soludo Calls for Intellectual Debate on the “Igbo Question,” Advocates for Structured National Dialogue

Izunna Okafor1 month ago05 mins

By Christian ABURIME Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo of Anambra State has issued a passionate call for a structured, intellectual interrogation of the “Igbo question” in Nigeria, urging stakeholders to move away from agitation and toward robust, empirical debate. The Governor made these remarks at the Light House in Awka following a compelling stage performance titled…