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 Raymond Ozoji, Awka The Federal Cooperative College Oji River Enugu State has initiated the process of establishing five new market driven academic departments. The proposed departments include Mass Communication, Agricultural Technology, Home and Resource Economics, Hospitality and Tourism Management and Science Laboratory Technology. These academic programmes will add value to currently accredited academic…
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 Former Special Adviser to Ex-Governor Willie Obiano on Political Matters, Chief Oseloka Ogabido (Ichie Edom Nnabuenyi Edom), has described Anambra philanthropist and businesswoman, Dr. Lady Loretta Ukeji, as a rare humanitarian asset whose selfless commitment to humanity qualifies her for greater leadership responsibilities. Chief Ogabido’s assertion came against the backdrop…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command has announced the enforcement of strict security operatives’ identification measures across the State, as part of renewed efforts to curb the growing abuse and illegal use of security uniforms by unauthorized persons. The State Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu disclosed this in a statement…
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 As part of his consistent grassroots political engagement and commitment to inclusive governance, a stalwart of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Ebenator Ward, Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra State, Hon. Obinna Emecheta (Ifeomadiniru), has celebrated the resounding re-election victory of Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo and his…
