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When Protocol Turns into Harassment — A Journalist’s Ordeal with Security at Anambra House of Assembly Gate

Izunna Okafor4 weeks ago4 weeks ago020 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka Public institutions exist for public service. Security operatives assigned to such institutions are meant to safeguard order, protect lives and property, and facilitate legitimate civic engagement. However, when the line between security and obstruction becomes blurred, the consequences often fall on innocent citizens, professionals, and democratic processes. It is based…

Dangerous Tattoos Discovered as Police Arrest Suspected Killer of Anambra Lawmaker, Recover Gun, Bullets

Izunna Okafor4 weeks ago04 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command said it had recorded another major operational breakthrough, following the arrest of a notorious armed robber linked to several violent crimes, including the killing of a serving member of the Anambra State House of Assembly. According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Police…

UNIZIK Student Dies of Electrocution While Ironing Clothes for Lectures (Videos)

Izunna Okafor4 weeks ago04 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) community was thrown into another mourning over the weekend following the sudden death of a 200-level student who was electrocuted while ironing his clothes in an off-campus lodge. The deceased student, popularly known by his nickname “Fedwin,” was a 200-level undergraduate in the Department of Education…

“Nah My Passenger Give Me the Gun” — Okada Man Claims After Youths Catch Him During Robbery Attack in Anambra (Video)

Izunna Okafor4 weeks ago04 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka It was a failed criminal outing at Orofia Oranto, Ukpo, in Dunukofia Local Government Area of Anambra State, following the apprehension of a suspected armed robber, Joel Bayero, by vigilant community youths during an alleged armed robbery attempt. The apprehension also led to the recovery of a locally made gun and…

Police Give Update on Cult Attack That Left 4 Dead at Anambra Market

Izunna Okafor4 weeks ago03 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command has provided a comprehensive update on the deadly cult-related attack that occurred on the evening of Sunday, December 7, at Afor Nawfia Market, along the Onitsha–Awka Old Road, which left at least four persons fatally injured. This clarification was contained in a press statement issued…

Police React, Launch Manhunt as Gunmen Attack Church in Anambra, Burn Pastor’s Vehicle, Set Building on Fire (Video)

Izunna Okafor4 weeks ago05 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command has condemned in strong terms the early morning attack on a church in Lilu community, Ihiala Local Government Area of the State, which resulted in the death of one person, injuries to a few others, as well as partial destruction of the worship centre and other…

GUNMAN: Gunman: Anambra Community Dissociates Self from False Narrative Surrounding Trending Video

Izunna Okafor1 month ago4 weeks ago05 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The leadership and people of Akwaihedi Community in Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra State have formally distanced themselves from what they described as a misleading, malicious and false narrative currently circulating on social media in connection with a trending security-related video. The reaction comes amid the viral video…

Planned Cult Clash: Police Arrest Two in Anambra, Recover Gun and Bullets

Izunna Okafor1 month ago04 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have successfully foiled a planned cult clash in Enugwu Ukwu, Njikoka Local Government Area of the state, during which they also arrested two suspected cultists and the recovered a firearm and live ammunition. The development was disclosed in a press statement issued by…

Udo Ga-Achị Storms Ogbunka, Destroys Gunmen’s Camp, Arrests 2 Suspects, Recover Arms, Charms

Izunna Okafor1 month ago05 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Udo Ga-Achị security operatives have once again recorded a major operational success following the destruction of a notorious gunmen’s camp in Ogbunka community, Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State, a location that had reportedly served as a hideout and operational base for criminal elements terrorizing the area, the…

Knockouts Suspected as Bush Fire Breaks Out Near Nnewi Market (Video)

Izunna Okafor1 month ago03 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka A bush fire outbreak on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, caused panic around the Motor Parts area of Nnewi, in Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State, before it was swiftly brought under control by operatives of the State Fire Service. According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Media…