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NAC UNIZIK Chapter Honours Amb. Ikebunwa Lotanna for Industrial Excellence and Public Service

Izunna Okafor1 month ago03 mins

From Ijeoma John, Nnewi The Nnewi Academic Congress (NAC), Nnamdi Azikiwe University Chapter, has recognized Amb. Ikebunwa Lotanna Lotanna, Chief Executive Officer of Palms Realty and Investment Limited, for his outstanding contributions to industrial development and public service. The honour was conferred during the Congress’ Industrial and Commercial Symposium, which also featured the inauguration of…

In Anambra, 18-Year-Old Girl “Kidnaps Herself” to Extort N3.m from Parents, Arrested by Police

Izunna Okafor1 month ago1 month ago06 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command has uncovered a case of self-kidnapping involving an 18-year-old girl who allegedly conspired with her boyfriend and others to extort millions of naira from her parents, in what could be described as one of several major breakthroughs recorded by the Command in ongoing investigations across…

Two Anambra Local Governments Clash Over Renaming of Road After Anyaoku

Izunna Okafor1 month ago06 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka A disagreement has erupted between Idemili North and Onitsha North Local Government Areas of Anambra State following the decision by the Idemili North authorities to rename the popular Limca Road after former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, a decision that has been vehemently been rejected by the Onitsha North Local…

Uncertainty Trails Fate of Soludo’s Ex-Commissioners, Appointees Following Dissolution of First-Term Cabinet

Izunna Okafor1 month ago1 month ago010 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The political atmosphere in Anambra State has become charged with uncertainty following the dissolution of the first-term Executive Council and other political appointments by Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, a development that has left the fate of many immediate-past commissioners, special advisers, and other aides unknown as the administration prepares to…

Governor Soludo Congratulates Muslims at Eid-el-fitri

Izunna Okafor2 months ago02 mins

By Christian ABURIME The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has warmly congratulated the Muslim Ummah in Anambra State and across Nigeria on the happy occasion of Eid el Fitri. In his goodwill message, Governor Soludo rejoices with the Muslim faithful as they mark the successful completion of the holy month of…

Firstpower Begins Investigation into Alleged N2.1 Million Levy on Amudo Community for Transformer Repair

Izunna Okafor2 months ago1 month ago012 mins

PRESS STATEMENT FIRSTPOWER BEGINS INVESTIGATION INTO ALLEGED N2.1 MILLION LEVY ON AMUDO COMMUNITY FOR TRANSFORMER REPAIR March 20, 2026 The Management of FirstPower Electricity Distribution Company Limited (FirstPower) has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the allegation that the Company levied the sum of Two Million, One Hundred Thousand Naira (₦2.1 million) on residents of Amudo…

Hand Over to Your Perm Secs Now, Or… — Soludo Orders Commissioners, Other Political Appointees

Izunna Okafor2 months ago04 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has ordered all political appointees serving in the Anambra State Government to immediately hand over their official responsibilities, a directive that effectively dissolves the first-term cabinet and signals the beginning of a new administrative phase following his inauguration for a second term in office on Tuesday. The…

Firstpower Holds Stakeholders Engagement in Awka, Reaffirms Commitment to Improved Power Supply, Quality Customer Service

Izunna Okafor2 months ago07 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Management of FirstPower Electricity Distribution Company Limited (FirstPower) on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, held its 2026 Customer Engagement Forum for customers under the Awka/Enugwu-Ukwu District, as part of its continued efforts to strengthen customer relations, promote transparency, and address concerns relating to electricity supply and service delivery in Anambra…

2nd Term: Ọsọ Soludo Is Real, We’re Changing to Gear-4 — Soludo Declares, Eyes More Airports, as Shettima, Obi, Others Storm Anambra

Izunna Okafor2 months ago011 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, alongside his Deputy, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim, has formally begun his second term in office, with declaration and reassurance that the ongoing transformation in the state will now move to a faster phase of “Gear-4,” while also declaring that the much-feared crackdown on criminal…

Nkiru Umeh (AngelNikky) Nominated as Entertainment Woman Icon of the Year 2026

Izunna Okafor2 months ago03 mins

By Our Correspondent Nkiru Umeh, popularly known as AngelNikky, is a dynamic Nigerian actress, author, fashion entrepreneur, show promoter, and media personality whose influence cuts across film, fashion, literature, and live entertainment. Renowned for her creativity, versatility, and strong entrepreneurial drive, she continues to make remarkable contributions to Nigeria’s vibrant entertainment industry. A graduate of…