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...Says Tinubu's passion for Nigeria contagious  The President of the 10th Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has extended his heartfelt felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR on the occasion of his 73rd birthday. Akpabio, in a congratulatory message personally signed by him,  described President Tinubu’s passion for Nigeria’s progress as contagious adding that his vision and dedication to Nigeria are inspiring. "Your Excellency, on behalf of my family and constituents, the Senate and entire National Assembly, I wish you a happy 73rd birthday. Today marks a significant milestone in your life, and I am honoured to celebrate with you. "Your leadership, vision and dedication to our great nation are truly inspiring. As Senate President, I have had the privilege of working closely with you, and I must say that your passion for Nigeria's progress is contagious. "I must confess that Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu is one of the greatest and audacious lea...

In a daring operation, a joint security team comprising the Police, Military, and Ihiala Vigilante intercepted a suspicious black shuttle bus with registration number RSH 255MS in Ihiala, Anambra State, on the evening of March 24, 2025.  In a statement by the state public relations officer SP Ikenga Tochukwu, said that as  the team attempted to stop the vehicle, the armed occupants opened fire, prompting a gun duel. The joint security team successfully demobilized one of the assailants, while four others escaped with various degrees of bullet wounds. Upon searching the vehicle, the operatives found a blindfolded victim, suspected to have been kidnapped, tied up and gagged. The victim was rescued, given first aid, and debriefed by the Police. The vehicle was recovered, and the joint security team is still on the hunt for the fleeing suspects. The Anambra State Police Command has urged proprietors of private and public hospitals to report any individuals presented wi...

The Court of Appeal in Enugu has delivered a significant ruling in the case of Appeal No. CA/E/2023: STATE SECURITY SERVICE VS. STEPHEN EGWUATU. The court declared the detention of Mr. Stephen Egwuatu to be unlawful and a violation of his fundamental rights. On July 4, 2023, the Enugu State High Court declared Mr. Egwuatu’s arrest and detention unlawful, describing the act as a gross violation of his fundamental rights. In response, human rights lawyer and counsel for the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor, emphasized that it was important to note that Stephen was only 12 years old at the time of his arrest and detention. Sir Ejiofor stated that although Stephen was arrested on November 8, 2021, and released on November 11, 2021, the court strongly condemned the actions of the SSS for unlawfully arresting and detaining an innocent minor. The court also awarded a cost of 5 million naira against the SSS. However, the SSS, through the Enugu State Ministry ...

A devastating crash involving three vehicles occurred on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at approximately 9:50 AM along the Oraifite-Onitsha road near Nwazota Oraifite Junction. Fortunately, there were no fatalities, but three individuals were injured in the incident. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Anambra State Command has warned motorists and other road users to avoid excessive speeding and any conditions that could compromise their safety on the road. Corps Commander Joyce Nnennaya Alexander issued this advice following the crash, which involved a green Daf commercial truck, a Toyota Camry, and a Sino truck. According to eyewitness accounts, the driver of the Sino truck was driving at high speed, lost control, and collided with the Camry, which was waiting at a T-junction for another truck to pass. The impact pushed the Camry into the other truck, causing the crash. FRSC officials arrived at the scene and took the injured victims to Josephine & Lawrence Memorial Hos...

Human rights activist and lawyer, Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has expressed deep disappointment over the recent verbal assault by Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi towards Dr. Oby Ezekwesili during a Senate Committee hearing. In a statement released on Wednesday, Ejiofor condemned the senator's behavior, labeling it as unbefitting of his position and indicative of moral decay and unchecked impunity. Describing Dr. Oby Ezekwesili as a widely respected figure known for her commitment to due process, Ejiofor called on the Senate leadership to take swift and decisive action against Senator Nwebonyi's gross misconduct. He highlighted the need for accountability and stated that such behavior should never be tolerated or excused under any circumstance. Commending Dr. Oby Ezekwesili for her dignified composure in the face of the verbal attack, Ejiofor emphasized the importance of upholding core values of respect, integrity, and accountability within the legislature. He urged the Senate t...

The Youth-friendly Mayor of Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State,  Hon. Stanley Nkwoka (Ochendo Idemili) has appointed a renowned grassroots mobilizer cum veteran journalist, Hon. Mmaduabuchi Onwumelu, his Special Adviser (SPAD) On Youth Development and Mobilization. Hon Onwumelu, until his appointment, was the Media Aide to the Council Boss.    Presenting the appointment letter to him in his office domiciled inside Idemili North Council's Headquarters, Ogidi, the Mayor of the most populous and densely populated Council Area in Anambra State charged the new appointee to use his office to produce a workable plans geared towards engaging Idemili North youths effectively and efficiently, expressing optimism that he would bring his wealth of experience and technical-know-how to bear in the discharge of his duties.   The number one citizen of Idemili North assured that youths must be given their pride of place in his administration and as well ...

On March 23, 2025, the Ozubulu Political Stakeholders formally endorsed Chief (Dr) Ebuka Onunkwo, a frontline senatorial aspirant for the Anambra South Senatorial zone, under the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA). This endorsement took place at the Ozubulu Civic Center, where Chief Onunkwo and his campaign team received a warm reception from prominent Ozubulu political actors across various party lines, including the PDP, LP, APC, and others. During the event, Dr. Onunkwo expressed his deep connection with Ozubulu, citing the location of Seahorse Lubricant Industries Ltd in the community. He highlighted his significant investments in human capital development, including scholarship programmes for numerous Ozubulu indigenes. Dr. Onunkwo further announced the addition of five more beneficiaries to his scholarship scheme. Speaking further, Chief Onunkwo emphasised his commitment to fairness and equal treatment, pledging to extend his support to all constituencies within th...