By Izunna Okafor, Awka A prime suspect has been reportedly arrested in connection with the recent shocking incident in Omasi community, Ayamelum Local Government Area of Anambra State, where a young man’s room was reportedly drenched with petrol and set ablaze. The suspect, Junior Okafor, was reportedly arrested in the early hours of Saturday, December…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have recovered firearms, suspected stolen cash and other incriminating items after a vehicle conveying suspected armed criminals was involved in an accident while being chased by security operatives in Abagana, Njikoka Local Government Area of the state. The recovery, according to a statement…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka Another major breakthrough has been recorded in Anambra State’s ongoing security operations, as the Police-led Joint Security Team arrested two key members of a criminal syndicate allegedly responsible for supplying food and essential logistics to a secessionist-linked criminal group operating around the Orsumoghu–Aguluezechukwu axis of the State. According to a…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command has recorded another major breakthrough in its ongoing fight against armed robbery and corporate vandalism, following the arrest of five male suspects linked to a recent attack on an international company in Agulu, Anaocha Local Government Area. This development was confirmed in a statement issued…
By Joe Ifeizu An Anambra-based journalist, Mr. Izunna Okafor, on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, was reportedly detained by security operatives at the gate of the Anambra State House of Assembly Complex, Awka, following what has been described as a “protocol issue” that degenerated into harassment, intimidation, seizure of personal devices, and threats of further detention…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
