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The Obidient Movement, a socio-political organization dedicated to promoting good governance and accountability, yesterday in Onitsha Anambra state convened a symposium, bringing together key stakeholders to discuss Nigeria's future.  The event underscored the movement's commitment to unity, justice, and equity. Dr. Yunusa Tanko, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, while interacting the newsmen yesterday in Onitsha emphasized the possibility of a new Nigeria, citing inspirational leaders like Awolowo, Azikiwe, and Tafawa Balewa. He said that time has come for Nigerians to further advocate for good Governance at all levels,and maintained that the Obident movement will not rest on its oars to ensure that the national assembly did the needful, by ensuring that the major political stakeholders our things right before the 2027 general election.  He urged the South East to continue supporting the movement, stressing that "charity begins at home...

In a strategic move to bolster communication efforts, former Governorship Aspirant in Anambra, Hon Dr Onyeka Nwafor has appointed renowned media practitioner, Comrade Uchenna Ezeadigwe as a media spokesperson. This development is expected to enhance the visibility and effectiveness of Nwafor's endeavours.  Hon Dr. Onyeka Nwafor who disclosed this on Thursday, 7th November 2024 in a press statement made available to the media and public said "Today I have appointed Mr Uchenna Michael Ezeadigwe as my Media Spokesperson for my Anambra state Governorship Campaign, 2024/2025. Uchenna Ezeadigwe is a renowned Journalist in the Media space with many years of experience". However, Comrade Uchenna Ezeadigwe brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having previously served as Deputy Media Aide to Dr Mrs Ebelechukwu Obiano Campaign Team for Senate, Anambra North. His expertise in media relations and strategic communication is anticipated to greatly benefit Nwafor...

Imo State Government has revealed that one of its critics has begun moves to reach Gov Hope Uzodimma with a view to striking a deal to stop the verbal attacks on the administration.  According to the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Hon Declan Emelumba,  the critic, Dr Fabian Ihekweme has made contacts with friends of the Governor, offering to " cease fire" If he is offered the whopping sum of Five Hundred million Naira( N500m). In a statement he issued Thursday, Emelumba noted that the demand from Ihekweme has vindicated the government's earlier position that the former Commissioner for International Affairs is neither fighting for the public nor is he motivated by morality.  " When we described him as an extortionist and blackmailer, the public thought we were too hard on him, but now it is clear that frustration and hunger are his sole motivation for his unwarranted and unsubstantiated allegations against the Governor " Emelumba disclose...

Kenechukwu Ofomah Awka One hundred and fifty widows in Anambra State were on Thursday, handed cash and bags of rice as early Christmas largesse by the State Commissioner for Special Duties, Rt Hon Beverly Ikpeazu-Nkemdiche. The Commissioner also empowered three widows who are petty traders with fifty thousand naira each to invest in their businesses or start a new one. The largesse were distributed by Ikpeazu-Nkemdiche during her seasonal get-together with widows in Onitsha, Onitsha South Local Government Area of Anambra State. Speaking at the event which held at the local government headquarters at Fegge, Onitsha, the wife of the Governor of Anambra State, Mrs Nonye Soludo who supported the commissioner with bags for rice, commended her for always remembering the downtrodden in the society. Mrs Soludo, who was represented by the state woman leader of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Mrs Esther Onyekesi told the widows that Governor Chukwuma Soludo understands the...

Kenechukwu Ofomah Awka A townhall meeting targeted at deepening and institutionalizing accountability, and social inclusion systems, on Wednesday held in Awka, Anambra State Capital, with a call on communities and Civil Society Stakeholders to intensify efforts at tracking constituency projects in their localities. The event was put together by the Connected Development (CODE) with support from MacArthur Foundation, under the ProjectTrust initiative, which aims to mobilize CSOs and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) through the formation of a Community of Practice (CoP), to enhance social accountability processes and advocate for transparency. The meeting came as a result of the gaps identified by the CODE, during its visit to ongoing constituency projects across various communities. It was therefore designed to serve as a platform to raise citizens' awareness of constituency projects and SUBEB funding, adopting NomTrac Tool and the implementation of the Anambra State...

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun on Monday welcomed Dr. Doris Nkiruka Uzoka-Anite to the Federal Ministry of Finance Headquarters, Abuja, as she officially resumed duty as the newly appointed Minister of State for Finance. The gathering, attended by the ministry’s top management led by the Permanent Secretary, Mrs Lydia Shehu Jafiya, marks a step forward in the Ministry’s commitment to drive economic reforms. In his opening remarks, Edun expressed enthusiasm for the arrival of Dr. Uzoka-Anite, commending her dedication in ensuring the realization of the policy objectives of the President Tinubu-led Administration. The Minister acknowledged the foresight of the President in appointing a Minister of State, noting that Dr. Uzoka-Anite’s expertise would be instrumental in supporting ongoing economic initiatives. Edun extended a warm welcome to the Minister of State, Finance and encouraged her to approach her responsibilities with co...

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on Southeast governors to revamp the transportation system across campuses in the region. This appeal was made by Comrade Charles Ijeomah Obinna, Southeast Coordinator of NANS, Zone F, during a press conference in Awka, Anambra State. The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) urged Southeast governors to overhaul the transportation scheme across various campuses in the region. Speaking at a press conference in Awka, Anambra State, Comrade Charles Ijeomah Obinna, emphasized the need for a review to ease students' movement and provide security. According to Comrade Obinna, "Soludo is a digital governor that introduced a transport scheme, but some exceptions should be made to students." He pleaded with Governor Soludo and other Southeast governors to subsidized students' transportation costs and engage in roundtable discussions to make this possible. NANS National Director of Sports, C...