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Adeleke Reiterates Commitment To Strengthening Security As Amotekun Recruits Over One Thousand Personnel

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening security by equipping the Amotekun Corps with necessary logistics to enhance their operational efficiency. Speaking at the passing-out parade of 1,150 newly recruited Amotekun operatives at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Ede, Adeleke assured that the state government would provide the corps with…

SystemSpecs Unveils New Subsidiary, ‘Whatadeal,’ Announces MD

Echezona Okafor12 months ago05 mins

Africa’s software and financial technology giant, SystemSpecs, has announced the launch of a new subsidiary, ‘Whatadeal,’ to redefine digital commerce in travel, events, and e-commerce in the country. Speaking at a press conference to unveil the new subsidiary in Lagos, the Group Managing Director of SystemSpecs Holdings Limited, John Obaro, said this move consolidates deep…

21-Gun Salute, Jubilation in Anambra As Court Upholds Igwe Okonkwo as the Authentic Traditional Ruler of Alor

Izunna Okafor12 months ago06 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka There was a 21-day-gun salute, jubilation and songs of praise at the premises of the High Court 2, Ogidi, as Justice Chukwudi Nwankwo delivered a judgment upholding Igwe Mac-Anthony Okonkwo as the authentic traditional ruler of Alor Community in Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State. The judgment, delivered…

4 Kidnapped Victims Rescued in Anambra, As Police Arrest 10 Suspects, Recover 10 Guns, 46 Bullets

Izunna Okafor12 months ago07 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command said it had recorded significant security breakthroughs in the past two weeks, including the rescue of four kidnapped victims, the arrest of ten suspects, and the recovery of various arms and ammunition. The State Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, disclosed this while briefing newsmen…

Happening Now! Residents, Traders Count Losses As Heavy Fire Outbreak Rocks Onitsha Again, Fire Service Intervenes (Videos)

Izunna Okafor12 months ago12 months ago06 mins

By Izunna Okafor, Awka A heavy fire outbreak has once again rocked Onitsha, Anambra State, causing panic among residents and business owners in the area. The incident occurred at Ifejika Street, by Sokoto Road, Onitsha, in the early hours of Friday, March 28, 2025. According to the Anambra State Fire Service, a distress call…

Anambra has the Highest Number Of Human Capital Says AMTY Co-founder

Echezona Okafor12 months ago010 mins

… As Ezigbo, Nwaibe, Chukwudozie, Monye, 36 Others Bag 2025 AMTY Awards Amidst Pomp And Pageantry The Co- Founder of Anambra Man of the Year AMTY awards, Chikeze Chiedu (Ikenga Nnia) has posited that Anambra State has produced the highest number of human capital anywhere the black race resides. Speaking at Stanel Dome, Awka during…

JAN To Host Africa’s Brightest Young Entrepreneurs At ACOY 2025

Echezona Okafor12 months ago04 mins

…As Student-led Innovation, Entrepreneurship Toy Take Center Stage As JAN Host ACOY 2025. Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN) will host the 2025 Africa Company of the Year (ACOY) Competition, a JA Africa flagship event that will showcase student-led innovation and entrepreneurship. Brilliant Student-led innovation and entrepreneurship will take center stage at the 2025 Africa Company of…

Increase Projection, Protection Of Women And Children, Islamic Scholar Tells NAWOJ

Echezona Okafor12 months ago08 mins

Nigeria Association of Women Journalists NAWOJ has been tasked to increase projection and protection advocacy on women and children, as part of their objectives on inclusion good governance and gender support. This was revealed by an Islamic Scholar, Shayhk Almoruf Olawale Isola Ph.D, Guest Speaker at the maiden edition of NAWOJ Osun chapter Ramadan Lecture,…

555 Persons Killed By Tanker Explosion In 2022 Says FRSC

Echezona Okafor12 months ago12 months ago05 mins

At least five hundred and fifty five persons have been killed in petrol tanker fire explosions across the country between January 2020 and January 2025, according to data from the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC). Mrs Joyce Alexander, Sector Commander, FRSC, Anambra State Command, read the data on Thursday in Awka, during a town hall…

NNPC Ltd Ready For Initial Public Offer

Echezona Okafor12 months ago12 months ago02 mins

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) is at the final stage of getting listed in the capital market, in keeping with the provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021. This was disclosed by the company’s Chief Finance and Investor Relations Officer (CFIO), Mr. Olugbenga Oluwaniyi, at a consultative meeting with partners at…