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By Karen James Mbaukwu, Anambra State – In an unprecedented act of generosity, the traditional ruler of Mbaukwu in Awka South Local Government Area, Igwe Peter Anugwu, has officially handed over his palace compound, including all its buildings, to the Pallottine Christian Community, a religious body under the Roman Catholic Church.Speaking during the handover ceremony, Igwe Anugwu stated that the two-storey building, which features 10 sitting rooms, 18 standard rooms, and a basement, was constructed over 44 years ago by a foreign company. He explained that his decision to donate the palace, except for the section where he resides, was…
By Karen James ONITSHA – The Anambra State Police Commissioner, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has announced the formation of a tripartite committee to investigate the true cause of the fire outbreak that engulfed parts of the Ifijirika Street section of the Main Market, Onitsha. During an on-the-spot assessment visit to the scene on Monday, CP Orutugu revealed that the committee would be composed of representatives from the police, market leadership, and the state government. The committee will be led by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of operations, Mr. Eziekiel Ibrahim. According to the commissioner, the primary objective of the…
By Karen James The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD, led a high-profile security patrol across the state on March 31, 2025, reinforcing law enforcement efforts and community engagement. As part of his proactive measures, the CP visited the site of the recent fire incident at Ifejirika by Nwangene Street, Onitsha. He assessed the situation firsthand and ensured that police officers deployed to the area were maintaining order. Expressing regret over the unfortunate event, he proposed a meeting with marketers, warehouse owners, and relevant stakeholders to discuss preventive measures for future incidents. During his patrol,…
By Karen James CP Felicitates with Christian and Muslim Communities on Mothering Sunday and Eid al-Fitr Anambra State remains a safe and welcoming destination for visitors and tourists, affirmed the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD, on Sunday, March 30, 2025. Speaking on the security situation in the state, CP Orutugu pointed to the recent cultural display by his community, Okpoama Kingdom of Brass Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, as a testament to the state’s peaceful environment. The cultural event, which featured vibrant performances, was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including revered Chiefs from Bayelsa and the Governor…
By Karen James Proposes Acquisition of Modern Forensic Equipment to Enhance Investigations Awka, Anambra State — The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc mnips PhD, has directed the immediate reorganization of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) as part of strategic efforts to improve investigative efficiency and address emerging crime trends. During a strategic meeting held today, March 29, 2025, with sectional heads of the CID, CP Orutugu announced the establishment of a Political Desk Unit within the department. This specialized unit will focus on monitoring political developments, conducting threat assessments, and implementing risk management strategies to…
By Karen James The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has expressed his heartfelt sympathies to the victims of the Onitsha Main Market fire, which broke out in the early hours of Friday. In a statement issued during a press briefing at the Police Command headquarters in Amawbia, CP Orutugu described the incident as unfortunate and assured the public that police presence has been intensified to prevent criminal activities in the affected area. The fire, which started around 6:20 a.m. at a building along Ifejika Street by Sokoto Road, quickly spread to a neighboring structure. While the…
By Karen James Awka, March 25, 2025 — A coordinated effort by a Joint Security team comprising the Police, Military, and Ihiala Vigilante successfully thwarted a kidnapping attempt and rescued a victim in Anambra State on the evening of March 24, 2025. The incident occurred when the security team, while on patrol, intercepted a black shuttle bus with registration number RSH 255MS that was moving suspiciously. Upon attempting to halt the vehicle, the armed occupants opened fire on the operatives. In the ensuing gun duel, the security team neutralized one of the assailants, while four others fled into a nearby…
By Karen James New York, NY — Women Helping Women (WHW) has been recognized with a prestigious award for its unwavering dedication to empowering women worldwide. The honor was presented during the CSW69 Session, a distinguished Beijing+30 side event held at the United Nations building in New York City. Theme: Consolidation of the Pyramid of Genderpreneur Sustainable Initiative (PGS) Luncheon, the event brought together influential leaders, policymakers, and advocates committed to advancing gender equality and promoting sustainable development through women’s empowerment. The event’s keynote speaker, a passionate advocate for gender equity, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to address such an…
By Karen James Awka….. In a strategic move to enhance security along the Anambra-Enugu border, the Commissioners of Police for Anambra and Enugu States have pledged to collaborate in combating criminal activities infiltrating both territories. The meeting, held on March 24, 2025, at the Anambra State Command Headquarters, was led by Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, fwc, mnips, Ph.D., and his Enugu State counterpart, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc. Both Commissioners emphasized the urgent need to curb violent crimes and neutralize subversive elements operating between the two neighbouring states. Key outcomes of the meeting included a commitment…
By Karen James Ihiala, March 23, 2025 — In the early hours of today, a joint security team successfully rescued Rev. Father Stephen Echezona, who had been abducted at a fuel station in Ichida. The rescue operation was carried out by a combined force comprising the Police, Military, Civil Defence, and local vigilante groups from Ichida and Ihiala. The priest was safely returned without injury. According to SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the Police Public Relations Officer for Anambra State Command, the incident unfolded when armed criminals operating in a white Lexus SUV (without a license plate) attacked the fuel station and…
By Karen James The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD, has commended the dedication and vigilance of police operatives in their ongoing efforts to combat crime and ensure public safety across the state. This commendation follows two recent successful operations that led to the arrest of armed suspects and the recovery of dangerous weapons. On 22nd March 2025, operatives attached to the Obosi Division, acting on intelligence, arrested one Kosiso Okonkwo during a patrol along the Obosi/Nkpor Road. The suspect was found in possession of a Beretta pistol and later confessed to being a…
By Karen James The General Overseer of Chapel of Faith Bible Assembly International, Right Rev. Bishop Emeka Nwankpa, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to God for what he described as a miraculous healing that changed his life. During a grand thanksgiving service held in his honor, Bishop Nwankpa shared his testimony of divine intervention following a medical ordeal that took him to India. According to the bishop, he had been diagnosed with a severe heart condition that required urgent surgery. However, while in India and preparing to undergo the procedure, something extraordinary happened. “I was scheduled for heart surgery, but before…
By Karen James Following enhanced security measures introduced by the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD, to curb rising incidents of robbery along Club Road, Awka — popularly known as Abakiliki Street — Police Operatives have successfully arrested two suspects in connection with recent attacks in the area. The suspects, identified as Chibuike Ozoekwem (22) and Favour Patrick (19), were apprehended in the early hours of March 18, 2025, in an uncompleted building on Onwurah Street, Awka. During the operation, officers attached to the Special Anti-Cult Unit in Enugwu Ukwu recovered a pump-action gun, 16 expended cartridges,…
By Karen James In a swift and coordinated effort, the Joint Security Team successfully rescued three kidnap victims along the Onitsha/Owerri Express Road in Ozubulu at approximately 7:20 a.m. today. The victims, who had sustained varying degrees of injuries inflicted by their abductors, were immediately rushed to a nearby hospital by the security team. Authorities have confirmed that the victims are responding well to treatment and will be debriefed by the Police once they recover. The rescue operation was initiated following the report of the victims’ abduction at Nkwelle-Ezunaka in Oyi Local Government Area. Security checkpoints across the state were…
By Karen James Operatives of the Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra (Ocha Brigade) narrowly escaped death after suspected thugs launched a violent attack against them at the Bridgehead Expressway near the Ogbogwu Drug Market in Onitsha. Reports indicate that the assailants vandalized the Ocha Brigade’s operational vehicle, damaging various items, including an Android phone, uniforms, caps, and the vehicle’s battery. The operatives themselves were severely beaten, sustaining multiple injuries. According to one of the injured Ocha Brigade members, the attack began when their vehicle was deliberately blocked by a tricycle (Keke). The tricycle was allegedly hired by a relative of…
By Belonwu Canice Onitsha North, Anambra State — The Woliwo community, a serene settlement in Onitsha North Local Government Area, is stepping up security efforts to address rising concerns over criminal activities that threaten the peace of its residents. Despite being a relatively peaceful neighborhood, Woliwo has faced sporadic incidents such as break-ins affecting homes, vehicles, and shops. These recurring disturbances have prompted the community to call on the government for swift action to ensure the safety and welfare of its inhabitants. The Woliwo security team, a dedicated local task force established to maintain order, has been lauded for its…
By Karen James The Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 13, Ukpo, Abayomi Peter Oladipo, recently received the Anambra State Commissioner of Police (CP), Ikioye Orutugu, in a strategic meeting aimed at enhancing security measures across the state. During the visit, CP Orutugu, who leads the Anambra State Police Command in Awka, briefed AIG Oladipo on the current security landscape in the state. The meeting provided a platform to exchange insights on ongoing security challenges and explore innovative strategies to bolster peace and safety in Anambra State. In their discussions, both senior officers emphasized the need for…
By Karen James The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Anambra State Chapter, in collaboration with the wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr. Nonye Soludo, has commemorated the 2025 International Women’s Day with a passionate call for women to support and uplift one another. The event, held at the Dr. Dora Akunyili Women Development Centre in Awka, was themed “Accelerate Action for Gender Equality” with a sub-theme, “Projecting Anambra Women Achievers: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.” The gathering brought together women from diverse sectors and emphasized the need to empower women and the girl child to ensure their voices are…
By Karen James In a proactive move to curb truck-related accidents in Anambra State, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has engaged with members of the Truck Union to outline crucial safety measures for truck drivers and owners. This initiative follows a tragic truck accident on March 15, 2025, at Upper Iweka, Onitsha, which claimed six lives and left several others injured. Eyewitness reports attributed the accident to a truck losing control and crashing into pedestrians, two tricycles, and a commercial bus. Describing the incident as preventable, CP Orutugu expressed deep regret over the loss of lives and stressed…
By Karen James Ukpo, Anambra State — The Zone 13 Police Headquarters in Ukpo, Anambra State, has welcomed a new Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Abayomi Peter Oladapo, who assumed duty on Tuesday. AIG AIG Abayomi Peter Oladipo succeeds AIG Godwin Aghaulor, who retired after an illustrious 35-year career in public service. This marks Oladapo’s appointment as the 8th AIG overseeing Zone 13, which comprises Anambra and Enugu States. Upon arrival, Oladipo was warmly received by top officers and staff of the zonal command in Dunukofia Local Government Area. Addressing journalists, the new AIG acknowledged the security challenges facing the…