Reports say a road accident that occurred last Friday around Nteje-old road by Eziowelle T-junction, in Idemili North LGA of Anambra State claimed one life, while many others were injured. The crash involved a Mistibushi L300 passenger bus, and a Toyota Camry Car. An eye witness said the accident was […]
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National President of Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas, Calls on Governor Obiano to Establish Anambra Oil and Mineral Producing Commission
The National President of Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas (HOSTCOM), Chief Benjamin Stylet, has called on Governor Willie Obiano to urgently establish Anambra state Oil and Mineral Producing Commission. Chief Benjamin Stylet made the call on Saturday in Awka, Anambra state, during the official maiden Convention /Inauguration […]
Governor Obiano Directs Commissioner of Police to Arrest Killers of Former Traditional Ruler of Mkpunando Community
Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra Srate has directed the Commissioner of Police, Mr Tony Olofu, to arrest the killer of the former traditional ruler of Mkpunando community in Aguleri, Anambra East Council Area. Governor Obiano also expressed shock over the news of the death of former Igwe Alexander Edozieuno. The Commissioner for […]
Anambra 2021: Valentine Ozigbo Given Hero’s Welcome After Appeal Court Victory, INEC Clearance
Valentine Ozigbo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) flag-bearer in the 2021 Anambra governorship election, was given a hero’s welcome upon his return to Anambra State after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) published his name as the authentic candidate of the party for the November 6 poll. INEC had on […]
AU Suspends Guinea, Puts More Pressure On Military Rulership
The African Union (AU), on Friday, suspended Guinea, putting diplomatic pressure on the country’s ruling military. This comes after the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) also suspended the country, following last Sunday’s coup, which saw Special Forces, led by Lieutenant Colonel Mamady Doumbouya seize power and detain president […]
Isu Community Welcomes its Illustrious Son, Dr. Amb. Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii
Isu Community in Onicha local government of Ebonyi State was recently brought to a standstill, and human and vehicular movement momentarily brought to a halt in honour of the grand reception accorded one of the most celebrated illustrious sons of Ebonyi State, Dr. Amb. Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii – the Chairman, […]
Kastina Government Orders Closure of Illegal Junctions and Roadside Motor Parks
The Katsina State Government has ordered, with immediate effect, the immediate closure of all illegal junction and roadside motor parks across the 34 Local Government Areas of the state. In a statement on Thursday, the Secretary to the Katsina State Government Mustapha Inuwa, stated that the owners of commercial vehicles […]
Buhari Meets With NMA Over Doctors Strike
President Muhammadu Buhari, on Friday met with members of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) at the State House, Abuja, urging the health workers to return to their duty posts and others contemplating strikes to opt for settlement by negotiation, no matter how long it takes According to a statement by […]
Appeal Court Orders Lagos and Rivers State to Maintain Status quo on VAT
In the latest development in the legal tussle between states and the FIRS over whose responsibility it is to collect VAT, the Appeal Court, sitting in Abuja has ordered all parties to maintain the status quo and refrain from taking action that would give effect to the judgement of a […]
Gunmen Assassinate Deposed Traditional Ruler
Gunmen have killed one of the traditional rulers allegedly deposed by Governor Willie Obiano in Anambra State. Alex Edozieuno, of Mkpunando, in Aguleri, was allegedly murdered around 10 an on Friday along Ezu Bridge, Otuocha in Anambra East Local Government Area. According to reports, he was shot in the head […]