Anambra South Senatorial By-Election: Prince Onwa Nwafor Orizu Joins the Fray

As the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) prepares for the Anambra South Senatorial Zone by-election, Prince Onwa Nwafor Orizu has declared his intention to contest for the seat left vacant by the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah. Prince Onwa Nwafor Orizu, son of Nigeria's first Senate President, Prince Akweke Abyssinia Nwafor Orizu

made the declaration at a press conference held at his country home in Ndiakwu-Otolo Nnewi on Sunday, January 5, 2025.

Prince Onwa Nwafor Orizu emphasized that his decision to run is driven by a desire to serve the people, rather than to accumulate wealth, as he is already contented with what God has given him. He said if elected will focus on sponsoring bills and motions that will improve security, bring development, and enhance the standard of living for the people of Anambra South Senatorial Zone.

The Prince Onwa, also shared his opinion on the rotation of the senatorial seat, stating that Nnewi North local government area should be allowed to complete Senator Ubah's tenure, as a respect for the person of the late Senator who served Anambra South Senatorial District to the best of his ability. This, he believes, is a moral imperative, as it would ensure continuity and fairness.

Prince Onwa Nwafor Orizu is contesting the Anambra South Senatorial District Bye Election under the platform of the People's Democratic Party, the PDP.

The by-election, scheduled to hold early this year, promises to be a keenly contested affair, with various candidates vying to fill the vacant seat. As the campaign heats up, the people of Anambra South Senatorial Zone will be watching closely to see who will emerge as their next representative.

#Watchvideo : SECURITY FORCES BURST THE CAMP OF UNKNOWN GUNMEN IN AKOKWA

Security Forces in the state through a coordinated intelligence report has bursted the camp of the unknown gunmen at Akokwa, Arondizuogu after a long gun duel which resulted to the death of some of the criminals and others arrested. These criminal elements have been known to be behind several attacks in the state such as the killing of police men in Mbaise, Aba Branch in Ehime Mbano, burning down of police stations, attack and attempted kidnapping of former Governor Ikedi Ohakim, abduction of Miss. P.P. Johnson, a female soldier in Okigwe and recently the attack in Akokwa that left many dead. It is obvious that these daredevil gunmen have been perpetuating their evil plans unabated until yesterday when their camp was bursted by security agencies. This is another assurance that our security operatives are leaving no stone unturned in the fight against banditry and other related activities. While it has become obvious that the activities of these non state actors are politically motivate...

BREAKING: 2Baba Shot Dead In Rivers State

A notorious cult leader and the prime suspect in the brutal murder of the late Divisional Police Officer, SP Bako Angbashim, in the state, Gift Okpara, popularly referred to as 2Baba, has been reportedly killed in a police-led major security raid. The police and other security agencies were said to have conducted land and aerial raids at the identical hideout of the Iceland cult leader and his gang at Idu-Ekpeye in Ahoada East local government area of Rivers on Saturday, February 17. According to The Nation , the Iceland cult leader was reportedly feared dead after the operation. Recall that in September 2023, the late DPO was ambushed and captured by the cult group led by 2Baba in the Odiemudie community, Ahoada East LGA. 2Baba and his gang then took the DPO to the forest, where they killed him and dismembered his body. The cultists then filmed him. Another source, Obi, said he saw no less than 15 vehicles and an Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) during th...

Prominent Leaders Pay Tribute to Late Sen Ifeanyi Ubah, at Anambra Community Candlelight Procession in Awka

Hundreds of mourners, friends, well-wishers, media representatives, and party faithful gathered are presently at Emmaus House in Awka for a candlelight procession to honor the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah. Chief Egwuonwu in his speech expressed his deep grief over the loss of his friend and brother, Senator Ubah, saying it's hard to find words to convey his emotions. However, he says that he finds solace in the tremendous impact Senator Ubah had on the lives of those he encountered. Chief Owelle Mbaso, leader of Anambra Former Political Appointees in paying glowing tribute said that Senator Ubah led a life worthy of emulation. He said "he knew he wouldn't pass this way again,reason he ensured he impacted on several life's without expecting anything in return." Mr Linus Williams, BLord in a glowing tribute recounted how Late Senator Ubah helped him when he was wrongly accused of sponsoring terrorism. He said " even though I have not meet him or seen ...

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