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Interim National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, has said that Nigerians can begin to receive verified election results within three hours of voting if the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) fully adopts and deploys modern technological tools in the electoral process. Aregbesola made the assertion during a panel discussion titled “Innovation in Electoral Technology 2015–2025,” where he emphasized that advanced digital systems could significantly enhance transparency, efficiency, and public trust in Nigeria’s elections. He cited examples from Brazil, Venezuela, Israel, and Ghana, where the use of technology in voting and result collation has drastically reduced election malpractice and enabled citizens to access official results within hours of polls closing. “With the level of technological advancement in today’s world, there is no reason Nigerians should wait for days to know who won an elec...

By Chigozie Igbo The member representing Nnewi North Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly, Hon. Augustine Onyekachukwu Ike, has denied allegations that he collected money from Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, to defect from the Young Progressive Party (YPP) to the APC. Addressing journalists in Nnewi on Monday, Hon. Ike described the allegation as “baseless and politically motivated,” urging the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA)-led government to present credible evidence if such ever happened. “I challenge anyone, including the APGA government, to show proof that I collected money from Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu or anyone else to join APC. My decision was based purely on conviction and the need to attract greater democratic dividends to my constituency,” he stated. The lawmaker emphasized that his political moves were guided by his commitment to credible governance and his desire to ensure Anambra Sta...

A fatal road traffic accident involving six vehicles occurred on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at about 9:12 a.m. near BASCO Hotel, along the Ihiala–Owerri Road in Anambra State. According to reports from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Anambra State Sector Command, the crash resulted in the death of one male adult, while four others sustained varying degrees of injuries. In total, eight male occupants were involved in the collision. The vehicles affected include a Mack trailer, a Lexus 350 SUV (registration number YAB-131-DA), an Inveco truck (ABC-693-XD), a Mitsubishi L300 truck (JJJ-488-SQ), a Toyota Camry (MKA-331-AA), and another Inveco tipper (HAL-604-ZX). Eyewitnesses said the accident occurred when the Mack trailer, which was reportedly speeding, suffered a brake failure, lost control, and rammed into the other vehicles in its path. The injured victims were quickly taken to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Ihiala, where the driver of the Lexus was confir...

By Uchenna Ezeadigwe, Awka In a renewed effort to curb illicit drug use, homelessness, and the growing number of out-of-school children, the National Association of Seadogs (NAS), Pyrates Confraternity, has embarked on a nationwide advocacy and humanitarian campaign across Nigeria and abroad. The Awka chapter, known as the Honduras Deck, joined the initiative on Saturday, October 4, 2025, with a road walk through major streets and motor parks in Awka. The event, tagged “Street Child Project”, carried the theme Against Drug Abuse and Homelessness, Back to School Project. Speaking during the awareness rally, President of the Honduras Deck, Engr. Okata Friday, said the campaign aimed to sensitize the public on the dangers of drug abuse and the social consequences of homelessness and out-of-school children. “NAS believes in advocacy and humanitarian service. We are always at the forefront of offering a helping hand where challenges abound,” Okata said. “Here in Awka...

A renowned cleric, Chief Apostle Fidel Chimezie, has disclosed what God told her about new Nigeria, and what are required to actualize the new nation. In a media chat to commemorate 65th anniversary of Nigeria's independent on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Chief Apostle Chimezie, who is the founder of the Nigeria Ministers Project, and Apostolic Discipleship Project, said that God showed her a vision of a new Nigeria, and a pattern to dislodge principalities and negative altars holding the country down. "When God called me, he said he has chosen me for a new Nigeria. He called the work a project. It is not a ministry; it is not a church. It is a project. My primary assignment is to gather ministers, principally apostles and prophets, to intercede and pray for a new Nigeria, and do all manner of works that will enable a new Nigeria to manifest. This call took place in 2007, after so many years of being born again.  "I was called in the order of apostolic work, pr...

Chief of Staff to former Governor Willie Maduaburochukwu Obiano, Chief Primus Odili, has called on Anambra people to continue to support the government of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) in the state. Chief Odili, a senatorial aspirant in Anambra North senatorial district in the 2023 general election, made the plea while addressing members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Anambra State Council at the Godwin Ezeemo Secretariat, Awka, on Thursday, October 2, during the monthly Congress of the union. He urged media practitioners to be fair in their critiques and reportage of the activities of the APGA-led government in the state. "Anambra is in election season," he said. "Journalists should pay attention to what they put out there as news reports, especially on matters concerning the activities and achievements of the Anambra State government. We should ensure that what we present to the public is factual and reflects the reality on the ground...

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Anambra State Sector Command, has confirmed a serious road traffic crash that occurred on Friday, October 3, 2025, along the Awka–Onitsha Expressway near Igbariam Junction. According to the Command, the accident, which happened at about 9:50 a.m., involved a wine-colored Mack tipper truck and a red HOWO tanker with registration number KWR133YQ. Four persons were involved in the crash. One male adult sustained bruises and was immediately rushed to Chira Hospital, Awkzu, for medical attention. No deaths were recorded. Preliminary investigations by the FRSC revealed that the crash was caused by the Mack tipper driver who lost control of the vehicle. Sector Commander, Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno, who confirmed the incident, wished the injured victim a quick recovery. She also advised motorists to drive cautiously and obey traffic regulations to avoid preventable accidents. “We urge all road users to remain vigilant and coo...

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nnewi North, Anambra State, has inaugurated its Campaign Council for the forthcoming election, with Hon. Sam Atuchukwu (Sambros) appointed as Coordinator of the Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu and Senator Uche Ekwunife Campaign Council in Nnewi North.  Speaking at the inauguration, Hon. Ikedife pledged his total commitment to ensuring victory for the party’s candidates, promising that the successes previously recorded for Senator Ifeanyi Ubah would be replicated in Nnewi. “On behalf of Nnewi North APC and our support groups, I assure you that we will deliver victory. We are fully committed to this project. With Nnewi North being one of the most densely populated areas in Anambra South, APC will secure majority votes here,” Ikedife declared. He also thanked Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu for facilitating his appointment as Director-General, describing it as a recognition of Nnewi’s strategic importance. Ikedife further announced the inclusion...

The Chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Abia State University, Uturu, Dr. Chidi Mba, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Chief Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma, Chairman of Innoson Motors Manufacturing Company, on the occasion of his 65th birthday anniversary. Dr Mba who also the president general of Uturu Development Association of Nigeria (UDAN),in a goodwill message personally released on Thursday and made available to journalists, Dr. Mba joined family, friends, and associates in celebrating the distinguished son of Nnewi, Igboland, and Nigeria. Describing Chief Chukwuma as a national asset and one of Nigeria’s most innovative entrepreneurs, Dr. Mba praised his remarkable contributions to the country’s industrial and economic landscape. “Chief Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma has distinguished himself as one of Nigeria’s greatest entrepreneurs, who, starting from humble beginnings, has placed the nation prominently on the international stage,” Mba ...

By Uchenna Ezeadigwe  Abuja, Nigeria — The Interim National President of the National Cashew Association of Nigeria (NCAN), Mr. Ademola Adesokan, on Monday led a delegation of the association on a thank-you courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of State for Industry, Distinguished Senator John Owan Enoh, in Abuja. Mr. Adesokan, in his remarks, congratulated the Minister on his recent appointment and expressed the association’s appreciation for the Federal Government’s renewed commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s non-oil export sector. He noted that cashew remains a vital agricultural commodity with vast potential to boost foreign exchange earnings, create jobs, and empower farming communities across the country. “We are here not only to felicitate with you on my new role but also to reaffirm NCAN’s readiness to collaborate with the Ministry in advancing policies that will enhance cashew value-chain development,”  Mr. Adesokan stated. “The Nigerian ...