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Soludo’s Development Agenda on Spotlight as NUJ Tours Key Projects

By Chigozie Igbo Jr  The Anambra State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) today, 26th August 2025 embarked on an extensive tour of strategic projects executed by the administration of Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, reaffirming its role as a watchdog and partner in the state’s development journey. The tour, which formed part of activities marking the union’s 2025 Press Week, was aimed at giving journalists and, by extension, the people of Anambra State first-hand information about the government’s ongoing infrastructure drive. Among the places visited were the newly constructed Ekwulobia Flyover, the expansive Solution Market and Park in Ekwulobia, as well as the ultra-modern Solution Fun City facility in Awka, the state capital. Each of these projects represents a unique aspect of Soludo’s vision to transform Anambra into a livable, prosperous, and smart mega-city. While the flyover addresses traffic congestion and urban mobility, the market and park p...

Akpabio Commissions More Projects In Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio on Monday commissioned more projects as he continued the tour of his constituency in Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District. During the tour, the Senate President was accompanied by his wife, Dr. Unoma Godswill Akpabio. Two blocks of 14 classrooms each were commissioned in Etim Ekpo Local Government Area. Other projects such as fully furnished Modern Health Centre, an ICT Centre and an ultra modern market were also commissioned for the benefit of his constituents, who trooped out in their thousands to welcome Akpabio's entourage at the project sites. Speaking at the commissioning sites, Akpabio thanked the people for coming out in their thousands to welcome him. He assured them of his total commitment to their welfare and uplifting of their living standards through viable projects. "Let me thank you all for coming out to receive me, it shows that you all voted for me. In appreciation of your support for me, President Bola...

Atiku Declares for 2027 Presidential Election, Says Nigeria Must Be Rescued

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has confirmed that he will contest the 2027 presidential election, dismissing speculations that he might step aside from the race. Atiku made his position known through his long-time associate and spokesperson during the 2023 elections, Tunde Olusunle, who disclosed the remarks to ThisDay on Sunday night. According to Olusunle, the former Vice President is determined to rescue Nigeria from what he described as “intensive care” under the current administration of President Bola Tinubu. Atiku, who recently resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), is now aligned with the African Democratic Congress (ADC)—a coalition that has drawn several prominent politicians in recent months. He criticised what he termed “mega-scale thievery, loss of values, and lack of accountability” in government, vowing that the ADC would mobilise Nigerians to upstage the ruling establishment in 2027. “I will be offering myself to lead the reclamation and rec...

Right groups condemn forceful ejection of tenants by Awka Catholic Diocese

The Campaign for Democracy (CD) and Human Rights, Liberty Access and Peace Defender's Foundation (HURIDE) have condemned the forceful ejection of tenants from a shops at Awka without due process and quit notice The right groups in their statement in Awka said it was wrong and insensitive of the Catholic Diocese of Awka to have gone to forcefully evict the tenants even if they have a court judgment since church should be seen as a humanitarian organisation not a militarised and despotic organisation. They said throwing out those tenants in a most callous manner actually interrogates the integrity of the church like Roman Catholic church that is being held in high esteem as the epitome of the gospel of Christ and hope for the oppressed. The groups in the statement signed by Dede Uzor A Uzor, Chairman, CD in South East Zone and Executive Director, HURIDE asked if the Church displayed this degree of insensitivity, callousness and brigandage, what gospel would they be preaching to t...

Anambra Leaders of Thought Lauds Agunaechemba over Awa community operation

...Warns against politicisation of security by politicians  The Anambra Leaders of Thought (ANALT), has commended the Special Adviser to Governor Chukwuma Soludo on Community Security, Prince Kenneth Emekayi, and his team which includes Igwe Elect,Eze Chinenye Ihenko (Okpompi) Director of operations and Chief Monday Nwokoye Onwe Commander Anti kidnapping and Anti Touting respectively, especially the success they achieved in securing Anambra communities and leading the Awa Community operation few days ago  The group in a statement in Awka signed by their President, High Chief Uzoma Anunihu and the secretary, Mazi Chika Udemadu, urged Emekayi and his team to maintain the tempo and avoid any political detractions from those who want to be Governor at all cost. They urged the Governor to continue to support operatives of Agunaechamba especially in Local Government Areas where these criminals still operate especially, Ogbaru,Orumba North Ihiala Local Governments....

Akpabio Lauds Akwa Ibom CP On Peace, Security In The State

...Assures On Better Working Environment For Security Agencies  President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has assured security agencies in Akwa Ibom State of his continued support for their welfare, just as he commended the State Police Commissioner, Baba Mohammed Azare and his men for maintaining peace and security in the state. Akpabio made the promise on Saturday at the commissioning of fully furnished Police Quarters, at Nto Ndang in Obot Akara Local Government Area of the state. A statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Mr Jackson Udom, quoted Akpabio to have said, "I commend the state Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, for doing a good job in the state.Through his leadership and collaboration with other security agencies we now have peace and security in our state. "Nothing is too much to be done for our security agencies to ensure that as they secure our environment, they return home to a comfortable living environment. We will continue to do our bes...

Anambra Youths Rally in Support of Agunaechemba, Reject Calls for Disbandment

The youth wing of the Anambra State Town Union Council (ASTUC) on Saturday staged a solidarity rally in Awka, declaring their support for the continuation of the Agunaechemba and Udo Ga-Achi security operatives. They cautioned politicians against politicising insecurity ahead of the November 8 governorship election. The rally followed a protest the previous day, led by the Young Progressive Party (YPP) governorship candidate, Sir Paul Chukwuma, who demanded the disbandment of Agunaechemba and the Special Anambra Anti-Touting Squad (SASA) over alleged misconduct by some members. But youths from all 179 communities in Anambra State, carrying placards with solidarity messages, marched through major streets of Awka to the new Government House in support of Governor Chukwuma Soludo and his security initiatives. Speaking at the event, ASTUC Youth President, Hon. Ken Okoli, condemned the viral video showing eight Agunaechemba operatives assaulting a female National Youth Service C...

Anambra Police Arraign Four Over Defilement Cases

The Anambra State Police Command has arraigned four suspects for alleged involvement in separate cases of defilement. The suspects were brought before the Children, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Court in Awka on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, and were remanded at the Correctional Centre pending further proceedings. Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, reaffirmed the Command’s resolve to protect children and other vulnerable groups in the state. He also warned that anyone found guilty of such crimes would face the full weight of the law. “This Command will not tolerate any form of abuse against children and other vulnerable members of society. Offenders must know that their actions carry consequences, and we are determined to ensure that justice is served,” Orutugu said. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, stressed that the Command is intensifying its campaign against sexual and gender-based violence. He urged par...

EFCC Under Fire Over Alleged Intimidation in Funds Transfer Probe

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has come under scrutiny following allegations of intimidation and overreach in an ongoing investigation involving an international funds transfer. The matter arose after Mr. Chidozie of Chido Power Oil and Logistics Services reportedly transferred funds to a client outside the country. According to him, the client later alleged—citing Chinese police—that the funds, despite being backed by receipts and confirmations, were “fake.” Mr. Chidozie maintains that his business dealings are legitimate and has accused the EFCC of harassment and interferencein the matter. He alleged that he has been issued multiple summons via WhatsApp and threatened with arrest, without being provided with official correspondence or clear evidence of wrongdoing. Documents made available to reporters indicate that Mr. Chidozie had earlier engaged the International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) on the matter, raising questions about why the ...

Community Leadership and Electoral Neutrality: What Vin Dike Should know

From Uchenna Ezeadigwe  Awka In Nigeria's complex political landscape, traditional rulers, Presidents-General, and community leaders occupy positions of profound responsibility that extend far beyond ceremonial duties. These leaders who serve as custodians of their communities' values, arbiters of disputes, and bridges between the people and various levels of government. However, nowhere is their role more critical—and more delicate—than during electoral periods, when the democratic process demands absolute neutrality and unwavering commitment to fair play. The position of a community leader, whether a traditional ruler or an elected President-General, comes with an implicit social contract. This contract demands that personal political preferences must never supersede the broader interests of the entire community. When leaders allow partisan politics to influence their actions, they not only betray this trust but also undermine the very democratic principles that ...