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Fidelity Bank, Anambra Partner to Empower 1,950 Women, Pupils, Vulnerable Families

June 18, 2026

Fidelity Bank Plc has partnered with the Anambra State Government to provide economic and educational support to 1,950 women, schoolchildren and vulnerable households, in a move aimed at easing financial pressures on

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Anambra Extends Anti-Crime Crackdown to Pastors, Moves to Counter Bias Criticism

June 15, 2026

The Anambra State Government has expanded its controversial campaign against individuals accused of using spiritual platforms to facilitate crime, announcing that pastors and other religious leaders suspected of criminal activities will now

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Soludo Unveils Ambitious Plan For ‘New Onitsha’ Industrial City

July 26, 2025

Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has announced plans to build a new industrial city, describing it as a bold step towards economic transformation and infrastructural renewal. Speaking at a recent event, Governor

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Anambra Govt Counters Obi Over Claim On SABMiller’s Tax Ranking

July 18, 2025

Anambra State government has countered former governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over claims on ranking of SABMiller Brewery in terms of tax contribution in the state. During recent interviews,

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Nibo Residents In Anambra Raise The Alarm Over Poor Road Construction As Contractor Defends Project

July 5, 2025

Residents of Nibo community in Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra State, have raised the alarm over what they described as poor construction of a road in the area. This followed a

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Ozigbo To Soludo: Bringing Tinubu To Commission ‘Overhyped Projects’ Doesn’t Mask Your Failure

May 9, 2025

An All Progressives Congress (APC), governorship aspirant in the Anambra State 2025 election, Valentine Ozigbo, has criticised the state governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, over his style of governance. Ozigbo said that inviting

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APGA Endorses Tinubu For 2027 Presidential Election

May 8, 2025

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has endorsed President Bola Tinubu as its candidate for the 2027 presidential election. Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, made this known at the Alex Ekwueme

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Anambra Security Heads Launch Joint Operations To Tackle Kidnapping, Violent Crimes

April 12, 2025

Heads of security agencies in Anambra State have set up a joint security operation to tackle kidnapping and other violent crimes in the state effectively. The joint operation was formed during a

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Anambra Police Arrest Four Suspects Over Threats Of Kidnapping, Violence In Ihiala

April 11, 2025

Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have arrested four suspects for criminal acts of threatening innocent individuals with kidnapping and violence in Ihiala area of the state. The four suspects are

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Gov Soludo Signs Six Bills Into Law To Foster Investment, Security

April 10, 2025

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, on Thursday, 10 April 2025, signed six new bills into law, aimed at strengthening security, health and creating a conducive environment for investments in the state.

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CKC Onitsha Wins ‘Outstanding School Of The Year In Africa’ Award For 2024

April 5, 2025

Christ the King College, Onitsha in Anambra State, Nigeria, has won the “Outstanding School of the Year in Africa” award for 2024. The award was delivered to the school today, 5th of

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Anambra Guber 2025: Nwosu Quits LP Primaries, Accuses Party Leaders Of Misconduct

April 5, 2025

Hours to the Labour Party’s 2025 governorship primaries in Anambra State, an aspirant, John Chuma Nwosu, has withdrawn from the race. The LP governorship primaries is scheduled to take place today, 5

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Anambra Guber 2025: I’m Confident Of Winning April 5 APC Primaries – Chukwuma

March 26, 2025

Sir Paul Chukwuma, a leading aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship in Anambra State, has stated that he is confident of winning the party’s primary election on Saturday, 5 April

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Anambra, Enugu Police Commands Join Forces To Strengthen Interstate Policing

March 24, 2025

The Anambra State Command’s Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, and his Enugu State counterpart CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, met on Monday, 24 March 2025, to devise operational strategies aimed at proactively

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Anambra Govt Assures Quick Rehabilitation Of Ulasi Bridge In Nnewi

March 8, 2025

The Anambra State government has assured of quick intervention in reconstruction of Ulasi bridge in Nnewi South Local Government Area of the state. The state government made the promise during a visit

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COOU Acting VC Appoints Aronu To Head Data, Statistics Unit

March 6, 2025

Acting Vice-Chancellor, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Prof. Kate Azuka Omenugha, has appointed Dr. Charles Okechukwu Aronu to head a newly established Data and Statistics Unit in the university. The creation of

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Obiano Commiserates With Ex-Aide Nwokoye

March 2, 2025

Immediate past Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano, has commiserated with the family of Sir Willie Nwokoye over the passing of their mother, late Mrs Felicia Ifeonu Nwokoye. Nwokoye, who served

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Police Approve Burial Of 3 Children Killed, Dumped Inside Fridge In Anambra

March 2, 2025

Commissioner of Police, Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has granted a request for the burial of three children whose lifeless bodies were found inside a refrigerator in Nnewi part of the state

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Anambra Police Overhaul RRS Unit To Boost Crime Prevention, Law Enforcement Efforts

February 23, 2025

Anambra State Police Command has begun reorganisation of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) Unit located in Awkuzu, to boost the unit’s operational effectiveness in crime prevention and law enforcement. The command also

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I’m Ready To Take Over Governance In Anambra – APC Aspirant Chukwuma

February 21, 2025

A frontline aspirant in the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 8th November 2025 governorship election in Anambra State, Sir Paul Chukwuma, has expressed confidence in securing the party ticket and winning

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Anambra 2025: Ozigbo Joins APC After Leaving Labour Party

February 21, 2025

Valentine Ozigbo, a business leader and 2021 Anambra Governorship Candidate, on Thursday, 20 February 2025 joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), the ruling political party in Nigeria. This comes a day after

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Ozigbo Resigns From Labour Party In Tears, Cites Injustice

February 20, 2025

Former contestant in Anambra governorship election, Valentine Ozigbo, has officially resigned his membership of the Labour Party. This comes as political parties prepare for primaries ahead of the 8th November 2025 governorship

YPP Candidates In Nnewi Joins APC Declare Support For Paul Chukwuma

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YPP Candidates In Nnewi Join APC, Declare Support For Paul Chukwuma

February 20, 2025

The Young Progressives Party (YPP), Councilor candidates during last September’s LGA election across the ten wards in Nnewi North LGA, Anambra State have joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). The group also

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Faith-based Group Spreads Love To Inmates At Onitsha Correctional Center On Valentine’s Day

February 17, 2025

Faithspiration Initiative, a charity and Christian organisation, marked this year’s Valentine’s Day with inmates at Onitsha Correctional Center, bringing them hope, joy, and essential supplies. Barely a month after its life-changing outreach

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Soludo: We’re Not Against Traditional Worship But Those Preparing Charms For Kidnappers, Armed Robbers

February 16, 2025

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has clarified that his government is not against traditional worship as there is freedom of religion in Nigeria’s constitution. Soludo, however, said his government will not

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Soludo, Obi, Umeh Attend Burial Of Slain Anambra Lawmaker, Azuka

February 15, 2025

Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, former governor Peter Obi, and Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, Victor Umeh, were among the personalities that attended the burial of late Justice Chukwunenye

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Anambra Police Commissioner Hails State Govt For Creating Bureau Of Missing Persons

February 14, 2025

Newly appointed Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has applauded the state government for the establishment of the Bureau of Missing Persons. CP Orutugu pledged the Command’s support in

Federal Poly Oko Rector Bans Public Display Of Wealth, Vows To Tackle Cultism, Other Malpractices

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Oko Poly Rector Bans Display Of Wealth, Vows To Tackle Cultism, Other Malpractices

February 12, 2025

The newly appointed Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko in Anambra State, Dr. Chioma Awuzie, has prohibited the spraying of cash and other forms of public display of wealth by students in

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Justice Azuka Killing: Onitsha Traditional Council Decries Spate Of Insecurity

February 11, 2025

The Onitsha Traditional Council (Imeobi) has decried the spate of insecurity in the town in recent times and called for a drastic measure to restore peace and stability. The Council said news

Soludo Felicitates With Archbishop Okeke At 69

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Sir Chukwuma Congratulates Archbishop Okeke On 23rd Episcopal Anniversary

February 10, 2025

Sir Paul Chukwuma, a frontline All Progressive Congress (APC) governorship aspirant, has congratulated the Archbishop of Onitsha Catholic Diocese, Most Rev. Valerian Maduka Okeke, on the occasion of his 23rd episcopal anniversary.

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Soludo Speaks On Killing Of U.S Embassy Staff In Anambra – Full Speech

OFFICIAL STATEMENT BY ANAMBRA STATE GOVERNMENT ON THE UNPROVOKED KILLINGS OF UNITED STATES (US) EMBASSY STAFF, OTHERS IN ANAMBRA STATE* On behalf of the government and great people of Anambra State, the Governor, Prof Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, expresses deep condolences to

May 17, 2023

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FG, Obi Condemn Attack On US Official In Anambra

Nigerian government and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have strongly condemned the attack on the United States Consulate officials in Ogabru Local Government of Anambra

May 17, 2023

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Exclusive: U.S Confirms Attack On Security Advance Team In Anambra, 4 Killed

A United States Mission Nigeria Spokesperson has confirmed Prime Business Africa’s exclusive report that its security advance team was attacked killing at least four personnel in Anambra State on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. Responding to a special inquiry by PBA shortly before

May 16, 2023

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Breaking: US Security Advance Team Attacked In Anambra, 4 Feared Killed

The United States security advance team was on Tuesday attacked in Anambra State, Southeast Nigeria. Unconfirmed reports reaching Prime Business Africa indicate that four of them were killed. READ ALSO: Exclusive: U.S Confirms Attack On Security Advance Team In Anambra, 4 Killed It

May 16, 2023

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EEDC Urges Anambra Residents To Maintain Safe Distance From Power Lines

Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has issued a vital safety warning to customers and residents in Anambra State, urging them to stay away from power lines and other electricity rights of way. This appeal comes as a result of concerns over the

May 13, 2023

EFCC Confirms Obiano's Arrest At Airport

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Obiano Pays Tribute To Late ex-Anambra Gov Mbadinuju

Immediate past governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano has sent condolences to the family of one of his predecessors, Dr Chinwoke Mbadinuju, who died in Abuja on Tuesday. Mbadinuju, who governed Anambra from May 29, 1999, to May 28, 2003, reportedly

April 13, 2023

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Anambra ex-Governor, Mbadinuju, Dies At 78

The former governor of Anambra State Chinwoke Mbadinuju has passed on. He died at the age of 78. This was revealed in a statement released by his first son, Chetachi Mbadinuju, who said he passed on peacefully” on Tuesday morning at the

April 11, 2023

News·Transport

Accolades For United Nigeria Airlines In Anambra

The government and people of Anambra State have accorded recognition to Domestic air carrier, United Nigeria Airlines, describing it as an “Outstanding Indigenous Airline.” The event was the grand finale of the Anambra Talent Show in Awka, the Anambra State capital early

March 30, 2023

2023 Elections·Opinion

Soludo And The APGA Question In Anambra, Southeast

He came with aplomb. High expectations. And there was no denying the fact that the new Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, was well received by Ndi Anambra and the entire Southeast. A few days to his inauguration last year, I wrote an article

March 18, 2023

We'll Hold SEDC Leaders Responsible For Utilisation Of Funds On Development Projects - Sen. Umeh

2023 Elections·Politics

2023 Elections: LP’s Victor Umeh Beats Ekwunife For Anambra Central Senate Seat

Labour Party (LP) candidate, Victor Umeh has been declared winner of the Anambra Central Senatorial District seat. Umeh defeated Senator Uche Ekwunife of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who is currently representing the senatorial district in the National Assembly. The Independent National

February 28, 2023

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