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By Praise Chinecherem Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, Anambra state chapter has called on people of the state to support the Governor Chukwuma Soludo-led government in its ongoing fight against insecurity in the state. State Chairman, Mazi Chukwuma Okpalezeukwu gave the advice on Wednesday shortly after the inaugural meeting of the body following its elections last month. He said the new leadership of the apex Igbo socio-cultural group would be leveraging on the core values of Ndigbo to reshape the mindset of the people towards tackling the prevailing security situation of the state. He said, "We met to deliberate on crucial matters in readiness for the task ahead. Going forward, people should expect a new Ohaneze Ndigbo which is going to be different from what it used to be.  "We'll be capitalizing on the core values of Ndigbo to ensure we reform the mindset of our people, especially as it concerns security which is everyone's responsibility. "We'll en...

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has given an assurance that the Senate will participate fully in the burial of Pa Edwin Clark who died on Monday. Akpabio gave the assurance on Wednesday when a delegation of the Pan Niger Delta Forum(PANDEF) led by its National Chairman, Ambassador Godknows Igali visited him to formally inform him of the demise of the elderstatesman. The Senate President told his guests that the Senate had earlier in the day observed a minute silence in honour of Pa Edwin Clark who was himself a Senator. "We couldn't even wait for you to let us know that he was gone. We agreed to send a strong delegation to come and condole with you, condole with the immediate family and the good people of Ijaw nation, Niger Delta as a whole and other Nigerians  and for the Senate to take part in all the burial activities. So we intend to be there. "So on this note, I welcome you. We have received the news now formally and I want to thank you for ...

Valentine Ozigbo has announced his resignation from the Labour Party, but he hasn't joined any new party just yet. He's promised to reveal his next move in the coming days. This development comes after Ozigbo  was endorsed by the Obidient Movement for the 2025 Anambra governorship election. He is presently of Live on X Spaces with Anambra First Son discussing at Crossroads: Conovo with Ozigbo on Security, Hope and the Future.  When asked on the platform he intends to join for the Nov 8th 2025 election, he said the election will be driven by the name and not party. He recognized the fact that they are going to battle an incumbent Govenor,and called for Ndi Anambra to join forces with him. He said, that the beauty of what they are doing is to bring people together from other political parties like Labour, APC, PDP. He said he wants to become the candidate that will cut across all political parties in the state because he has loyalists in almost every political party ...

In a significant breakthrough, operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have arrested a suspect in possession of a locally fabricated Beretta pistol. The arrest was made during a routine foot patrol in Upper-Iweka, Onitsha, on February 18, 2025, at approximately 8:00 PM. The suspect, identified as Orji Chigozie 'M', was found with the pistol concealed inside a bag. Preliminary investigations suggest that Chigozie may be involved in criminal activities in the area. The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Awka, for further investigation and necessary legal action. This arrest is part of the Anambra State Police Command's intensified security measures to ensure the safety and security of residents.  The command urges members of the public to continue providing useful information to aid law enforcement efforts in tackling crime. This collaborative approach has led to several successes in the past, including the arre...

In a shocking move, against all speculations over the last few days, Valentine Ozigbo, a close ally of Peter Obi, has announced his resignation from the Labour Party (LP). Ozigbo confirmed his decision to Diaspora Digital Media on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, but declined to provide further details, opting instead to share his reasons during an interactive session on X (Twitter) Space.  The session, scheduled for 8 PM, will feature Ozigbo in conversation with Anambra's First Son, @uchepokoye, discussing pressing issues affecting Anambra State, including security challenges, societal fabric collapse, and the hope for a better future. Ozigbo's resignation has sparked interest, with many awaiting his detailed explanation for leaving the Labour Party. His decision comes at a critical time for the party, which has been navigating various challenges in recent months. Credit:  Diaspora Digital Media 

The Anambra State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring justice for the late Hon. Justice Azuka. Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, made this assurance while receiving the Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, and other senior political delegates at the Police Headquarters in Awka. During the meeting, CP Orutugu called for calm and briefed the delegation on the measures being taken to re-arrest the two suspects currently at large. He also disclosed that disciplinary actions have been initiated against the officers involved in the incident. The meeting was attended by top government officials, including the Majority Leader, Hon. Engr. Sir Ikenna Sylvester Ofodeme, and the State Chairman of the Labour Party. The gathering concluded with a one-minute silence in honour of the late Hon. Justice Azuka. The Anambra State Police Command has been working to address various security concern...