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By Karen James In a historic and unifying gesture, the Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has restored the name of Abakaliki Street in Awka, reversing a 2018 decision that renamed the street “Club Road” during the administration of former Governor Willie Obiano. The move comes as part of Governor Soludo’s broader commitment to preserving cultural identity and historical landmarks across the state. Abakaliki Street, first cleared and graded in 1975 by Pa. Peter Uzodimma, has long stood as a symbol of unity and mutual respect between the people of Anambra and neighboring Ebonyi State. Pa. Uzodimma,…
By: Karen James Awka, Anambra State – The Anambra State Police Command has raised alarm over the rising wave of false and exaggerated security reports being circulated on social media platforms and other public channels by certain individuals and groups, with the deliberate intent of spreading fear and discrediting the efforts of security agencies in the state. In a strongly worded statement released on Wednesday, the Command expressed deep concern that such actions are not only unpatriotic but strategically aimed at undermining ongoing security operations and eroding public confidence in the capability of law enforcement officers to safeguard lives and…
By: Karen James ONITSHA, Anambra State – Residents, traders, and transporters in Onitsha are singing the praises of Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo following the establishment of the Special Anti-Touting Squad Agency (SASA), which many say has brought back peace and sanity to once-troubled areas like Upper Iweka, Ochanja, and the broader Onitsha metropolis. SASA, a special task force created by the Soludo-led administration to curb touting, street extortion, and harassment, is receiving widespread acclaim for its effectiveness in restoring law and order to a city that had long struggled with criminal elements operating in public spaces. Speaking with Pechilly Investigative…
By: Karen James In a bold and urgent move to curb misconduct, the Executive Chairman of the Anambra Internal Revenue Service (AiRS), Dr. Greg U. Ezeilo, has sounded a clear warning to the public and staff of the Service: “Do not pay cash to any AiRS employee under any circumstance.” This directive comes in response to growing concerns and verified reports that some overzealous field officers and revenue enforcers have been intimidating business owners and individuals, demanding cash payments for taxes, levies, or business premises registration. According to Dr. Ezeilo, the AiRS operates a strict zero-cash policy, and all tax…
By: Karen James, Abuja, Nigeria — In a move that has sparked intense political conversations across the nation, 2023 Abia Governorship candidate under Accord Party and National Convener of the South East Mandate for Good Governance (SEMGG), Bishop (Prof) Emeka Nwankpa, has held a private strategic meeting with former Kaduna State Governor and influential national figure, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, at his residence in Abuja. While the content of the closed-door meeting has not been officially disclosed, credible insider sources suggest the discussions centred on ongoing political realignments and coalition-building efforts gaining momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections. This development…
By: Karen James — Baby Factory Exposed in High-Stakes Sting Operation as Police Vow Unrelenting Crackdown on TraffickersZone-13 Headquarters, Ukpo — In a decisive and intelligence-led operation, the Zonal Intelligence Department (ZID) of the Nigeria Police, Zone-13 Command, has smashed a deadly child-stealing and trafficking syndicate operating across southeastern Nigeria. The daring sting operation, which took place on June 20, 2025, led to the arrest of eight (8) suspects from different locations. Among those arrested were Uzoamaka Ani (27), Joy Madu (52), and Victoria Onodu Akasike (56)—key players in a sinister network engaged in child theft, human trafficking, illegal adoptions, baby…
By: Amb Karen James In a passionate show of appreciation, the Tricycle Owners Association of Nigeria (TOAN), Owerri Road branch, has hailed the Governor of Anambra State, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo — fondly called Solution Governor — for what they describe as “mighty, significant and undisputed achievements” in the transportation sector, especially in the lives of Keke (tricycle) riders across the state. Addressing journalists at their office along Owerri Road, the TOAN coordinator, Mr. Nnamdi Gabriel Obunse, said Governor Soludo has proven to be “the only governor who hears the cries of the poor riders and responds instantly.” He described…
By: Karen James, The air is filled with joy and goodwill as one of Anambra State’s most respected voices, High Chief Monday Nwokoye, extends his warmest and most heartfelt birthday wishes to a man whose life has become synonymous with service, dedication, and discipline — Comrade Celestine Anere, the Managing Director of Ocha Brigade and Convener of the Solution Marshal Initiative. In a special statement released earlier today, High Chief Nwokoye praised Comrade Anere not just as a public servant, but as a visionary leader, a patriot, and a man whose relentless pursuit of a safer, cleaner, and more orderly…
By: Karen James In the wake of the tragic killing of Ebonyi State indigenes during a routine monthly meeting at Ogboji, Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State, prominent leaders of the Ebonyi community residing in Anambra have spoken out, clarifying the true cause of the gruesome incident and calling for calm among their people. Addressing journalists, Chief Moses Ofoke, President General of Izzi Nnodo in Anambra State and Coordinator of the Francis Ogbonna Nwaifuru (FON) Agenda, confirmed that the meeting—held every last Monday of the month—was convened to address rising cases of criminality involving some Ebonyi youths. According…
By Karen James In response to the gruesome murder of ten individuals in Ogboji, Orumba South Local Government Area, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD, today led a high-powered Joint Security Investigative Team to the crime scene, confirming the arrest of one suspect currently assisting the police with critical information. The arrested suspect, identified as Sunday Mbanu, is reportedly providing key details to aid the ongoing investigation. The CP was accompanied by operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and other sister security agencies during the mission. CP Orutugu reiterated that contrary to…
By: Karen James A wave of peace, relief, and renewed confidence is sweeping through Onitsha, Oba, Ogbaru, and surrounding communities, as residents celebrate the visible and lasting impact of Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s anti-touting policy and the establishment of a robust anti-touting task force. For the first time in many years, locals and traders alike are saying: “We can finally sleep in peace.” From bustling markets to quiet neighborhoods, the message is the same — touts and hoodlums who once held the commercial nerve center of Anambra hostage have either vanished or gone underground. The days of fear, harassment, and…
By Karen James In a heartwarming show of loyalty and admiration, the vibrant community of Amafor Nkpor, the largest village in Nkpor, Idemili North Local Government Area, has declared Governor Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo the best governor in the history of Anambra State. Speaking during a gathering that felt more like a political carnival than a community meeting, the Chairman of Amafor Nkpor, High Chief Emmanuel Idemili, popularly known as EmmaGOLD, alongside the Convener of Divine Mandate Actualization, showered praises on Governor Soludo, calling him “a symbol of democracy and leadership.” “Since I was born and began to hear about…
By Karen James In what has been described as a political masterstroke ahead of the 2025 Anambra gubernatorial election, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and leading grassroots powerhouse Solution Marshal have sealed a strategic alliance aimed at delivering a resounding re-election victory for Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo. Unveiled at a high-powered gathering tagged “Solution Marshal/APGA Tactical Meeting 2025” with the theme “Synergizing for Victory: ASSMAL and APGA Strategic Alliance”, the event signaled the commencement of a statewide mobilization war. The meeting brought together over 2,000 political foot soldiers, including dignitaries, all 21 Local Government Chairmen and 326 Ward Chairmen,…
By Karen James In an era where information travels at lightning speed and social media posts pass for breaking news, the integrity of true journalism is under increasing threat. The recent controversy surrounding the arrest of a known drug dealer in Okpoko has highlighted the dangers of careless reporting and the growing divide between professional journalists and self-acclaimed bloggers or content creators. At the center of the storm is a viral online post claiming that a trader, Ugochukwu Ukeje, was unlawfully arrested by the Anambra State Anti-Tout Squad (SASA) for merely “looking like a tout.” The statement, published and circulated…
By Karen James : Ogbunike, Anambra State – The Chairman of the Plywood Market in the Building Material Dealers Association, High Chief Chidi Mbagwu, popularly known as Ukpaka, has publicly expressed heartfelt appreciation to Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo for his ongoing efforts in transforming Anambra State. Speaking on behalf of the plywood market section, High Chief Mbagwu praised the governor’s bold developmental strides and his commitment to the welfare of Ndi Anambra and market leaders across the state. “We want to use this opportunity to sincerely thank Mr. Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, for the good works he is doing…
By Karen James DEMOCRACY DAY: ANAMBRA POLICE INITIATES WALK FOR SAFETY, CAMPAIGNS AGAINST KIDNAPPING AND VIOLENT CRIMES In a bold move to promote peace and curb rising security challenges, the Anambra State Police Command on June 12, 2025, commemorated Democracy Day with a Walk for Safety and a community-led Campaign Against Kidnapping and Other Violent Crimes across the state. The walk, which was supported by the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), was launched to reinforce the importance of community policing and strengthen the synergy between law enforcement and the people. Starting from the Area Command in Nnewi, the peaceful walk…
By Karen James When a man is born with a crown on his head, grace follows him — not just as a gift, but as a divine assignment. He is marked by heaven to lead, to lift, and to love with a standard that only God can set. Such a man is rare. Such a man is precious. And such a man is Bishop Dr. Emeka Nwankpa — a true vessel of honor, a prophet of our time, and a blessing to the people of Nigeria. Bishop Dr. Emeka Nwankpa is a man chosen by God, shaped by the Spirit,…
By Karen James Wahala no dey for where better governor dey! Na so Tricycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (TOAN), Awka Zone, burst out with ogbonge promise—dem say dem go deliver 35,000 votes sharp-sharp give Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo for November 8 guber election wey dey come for Anambra. Na Prince Collins Ozojiofo, the gingered TOAN chairman for Awka Zone, yarn this correct tori give journalists for Awka. According to am, dem get over 30,000 members for Anambra and na 5,000 dey Awka zone. And all of dem don ready to press vote button for Soludo come election day.…
By Karen James Na hot gbege wey shock Anambra people again o! But this time, Police don enter action kampe! Dem no gree make the matter just waka go like dat. According to correct tori wey land for our news desk, Anambra State Police Command don arrest two suspects wey dem say dey involved for the kidnap and killing of one fine female Bank Manager, even after dem don collect ₦14 million ransom from her people. Who Dem Catch? Dem two suspects na: Police track dem reach their hideout for another state, and gbam! dem land them for cell. Di…
By Karen James Na better tori land for Awka as Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD, waka enter the Palace of Eze Uzu II, His Royal Highness Igwe Dr Gibson Nwosu OON, to hail the people for the peaceful vibes wey dey reign for the town. The visit happun today, 27th May 2025, and na better delegation follow am, full of senior officers and beta people. As dem sit down for the Palace, CP Orutugu no waste time to salute Awka indigenes and residents say dem dey show mature level – no fight, no yawa, and dem…