A coalition of women groups in Anambra State under the auspices of Gender and Constitution Reform Network (GECORN), on Monday, advocated constitutional review to accommodate the rights of women in Nigeria and end to discrimination. GECORN, staged a walk along the Awka portions of the Enugu/Onitsha expressway before ending up […]
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FG urged to open Anambra Airport before Nov 6
Anambra Civil Society Network (ASCONET) has urged the Federal Government to inaugurate the completed Umueri International Cargo and Passenger Airport, Anambra State, in preparation for the coming governorship election in the state. The group said this will help ensure a smooth movement of logistics and hitch-free election, in view of […]
Anambra State Assembly Passes Bill For Management Of Judiciary Funds
Anambra State House of Assembly has passed a bill for a law to provide for the management of funds accruing to Anambra State Judiciary from the consolidated revenue fund of the state. This is to ensure accountability, transparency, effective and efficient utilization of the funds. The House of Assembly passed […]
Breastfeeding Week: Importance Of Exclusive Breastfeeding Stressed
Statistics have shown that breastfeeding within the first hour of birth, followed by exclusive breastfeeding for six months, and continued breastfeeding for up to two years or beyond, is ideal for the well-being of mother and child. Reports also have it that in Nigeria, one in eight children do not […]
One Dies, 3 Injured As Revenue Agents, Tipper Driver Clash
One person was reportedly crushed to death and three others sustained various degrees of injuries Tuesday, last week, at the notorious Upper Iweka axis in Onitsha, Anambra state, when emblem revenue agents and a tipper driver, Mr. Chukwudubem Ifesinachi, engaged in a bloody clash. According to an eyewitness who identified […]
Umuawulu Monarch Solicits Government’s Presence In His Community.
The traditional ruler of Umuawulu in Awka South Council Area, Igwe Joel Egwuonwu, has appealed to Anambra state government to assist the community in addressing some of its pressing needs. Igwe Egwuonwu who made the appeal while speaking with the Press in his palace, listed road infrastructure as one of […]
“Illegal Structures Can Lead to Ill health, Loss of Life and Destruction of Properties” – Special Adviser to Gov. Obiano, Chike Maduekwe
Admonishing developers to build to specific measurements and requirements, he also told them to stop using less than required measurement for house they build for commercial purposes and not to encroach into government land…
Schools in Riverine Areas in Anambra Begin First Term
The Commissioner for Basic Education, Professor Kate Omenugha gave the directive following the release of the Special academic calendar that mandated affected schools to resume on Monday 2nd August, 2021…
Anambra State Government Steps Into Timber and Butchers Union Markets To Settle Their Differences
Reminding both parties that the land belongs to the state government and no one can lay claims on the ownership, Commissioner for Agriculture, Chief Nnamdi Onukwuba asked the warring parties to sheath their swords as Government only has the interest of people at heart…
Lovecare For The Needy Foundation in partnership with Sharing life issues with Ifeomamebe on ABS radiotv Awka organized a one-day free health seminar for the needy and less privileged.
The seminar which took place at the St.Mathew Catholic Church Podium, Amawbia on Saturday, 31st July 2021 featured lectures by professionals in different health-related matters. The podium was filled to the brim with participants who came from far and wide to receive free health care, free eye, clothing, etc. During […]