By Ovat Abeng Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu has ordered detention of the six officers involved in alleged extortion of a drink seller around the ever-busy Upper Iweka axis of Onitsha, the commercial city of the state. Command Spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga who disclosed this in a statement said the officers would…
By Ovat Abeng A middle aged man, Mr Chukwunenye Nweke has called on the Inspector General of Police, Mr Tunji Disu, to order a proper investigation to unravel the cause of his mother’s death, he alleged to have cause by unprofessional conduct of police officer from the State Criminal Investigation Department (State CID), Awka at…
Former People’s Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant in the 2023 governorship election in Cross River State, Dr. Mkpang Coco-Bassey has finally resigned from the PDP. In a letter dated March 12, 2026, addressed to the Chairman, Ward 11, Calabar, in Calabar South Local Government Area, of the State, Dr Coco-Bassey, an Engineer by profession, President…
By Ovat Abeng In a grand display of unity and gratitude, the International Convention Centre (ICC) in Awka, on Sunday was filled to capacity as Governor Chukwuma Soludo led the state in an inter-denominational thanksgiving service. The event, themed “Leading with Wisdom and Integrity,” marked the conclusion of the Governor’s first four-year term and served…
By Ovat Abeng Wife of the Anambra State Governor, Mrs Nonye Soludo, has described motherhood as a divine responsibility that cannot be materially quantified. Soludo said this in a message in Awka, on Sunday to celebrate mothers on the 2026 Mothering Sunday. She noted that motherhood was a rare blessing and a gift that should…
Residents of Iffe Ijumu in Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State are demanding urgent investigation after Miss Iyabo Iwamofe, a local shop owner and Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Iffe/Ikoyi Ward, sustained severe facial injuries in an alleged incident of police misconduct on Sunday, March 8, 2026. A video obtained by…
By Ovat Abeng The Nigerian Institute For Public Relations (NIPR) Anambra State chapter, on Friday, 13th March, 2026 held its Annual General Meeting and Summit at International Convention Center(ICC), Awka, Anambra State. The event which was chaired by Barr Chukwudi Oli also witnessed the presence of the Vice Chancellor, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam, national…
By Ovat Abeng The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) on 13th March 2026 honoured the Police Public Relations Officer of the Anambra State Police Command, SP Ikenga Tochukwu, with the prestigious Life Reputation Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to public communication, professional excellence, and reputation management in public service. The award was…
By Ovat Abeng The lawmaker representing Awka North Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly, Hon Chimezie Ikwunne, has empowered no fewer than 150 constituents with items worth over N150 million to improve their living standards and promote development in the Constituency. Ikwunne carried out the empowerment programme on Sunday in Ebenebe community in…
By Wale Obanigba, Esq. The appointment of Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations marks an important moment in the country’s diplomatic engagement on the global stage. A seasoned businessman, legal scholar, and politician, Ibrahim brings a blend of intellectual depth, international exposure, and legislative experience that positions him strongly for the…
