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By Hon Kamen Chuks Ogbonna  Yesterday I paid a visit to the office of my good friend and guru in the media industry, Dr. Law Mefor.  The visit served dual purposes; to personally congratulate him on his appointment as the Commissioner for Information, Anambra State, and to get more clarity on the newly launched security initiative of the state government, AGUNECHEMBA and in the process, also share my own ideas to the government on ways to ensure that this laudable security measure succeeds. Something very significant played out during the last yuletide celebrations. Anambra people living outside the state staged a mass return that reverberated across the state with multiple ripple effects on the state's economy with most hotels in the state fully booked while the Christmas and New Year celebrations lasted.  That was the biggest pointer to the fact that Ndi Anambra's collective resolve to take back their state from these non state actors has reached a crescendo or what sci...

  By O'star Eze  The National Union of Anambra State Students (NUASS) has been charged to eschew the "get rich quick" syndrome by Hon. Kamen Chuks, representing Chief Dr. Ebuka Onunkwo, APGA Senatorial Aspirant for Anambra South Senatorial Zone. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the new executive which held Friday, January 31, 2025 at Nnamdi Azikiwe Auditorium, Hon. Chuks emphasized the importance of hard work, integrity, and resourcefulness. He encouraged the students to stay positive, prayerful, and focused on their goals, warning them against the dangers of quick fixes and shortcuts. Hon. Chuks also seized the opportunity to announce Chief Dr. Ebuka Onunkwo's 10 million naira scholarship scheme, urging the students to take advantage of this generous offer. He assured the students that Chief Dr. Onunkwo is committed to supporting their educational pursuits and empowering them to become leaders of tomorrow. The ceremony, themed "Repositioning the Narrativ...

The people of Anambra South Senatorial District have united in their call for Chief Dr. Ebuka Onunkwo to represent them in the Senate. Known for his exceptional integrity, accessibility, and selfless love for humanity, Dr. Onunkwo has earned the admiration and trust of constituents across the district. As a community leader, philanthropist, and advocate for progressive governance, his name has become synonymous with effective representation and the promise of meaningful change.   Dr. Onunkwo's leadership style has consistently emphasized openness and responsiveness to the needs of his people. From empowering youths with education and skills to championing initiatives that uplift marginalized communities, his track record is a testament to his unwavering commitment to service. His availability and dedication to listening to the concerns of the people make him a rare gem in contemporary politics. Residents of Anambra South see him as not just a leader, but a partner in their col...

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested upcoming artiste OG1 Savage in connection with the murder of a pregnant young lady, who visited with him. OG 1 Salvage is alleged to be responsible for the death of Rachel aka Girllikeray, a 21-year-old TikToker.Rachel and OG1 Savage were said to have met on Instagram few months ago.It was gathered that in the course of their friendship, OG 1 Salvage promised to replace her phone. He had then invited the girl to come to his place on Sunday, January 26 to come and collect the phone.In a video making the rounds, it was gathered that the lady, who was already pregnant for her main boyfriend, requested water when he got to the artiste's place on the Island. The artiste was said to have spiked the water  with a substance.After noticing the substance, Rachel was said to have texted her sister and told her the address of where she was and how she was feeling strange. But before her sister's arrival, OG 1 Salvage was...

- Cites His Selfless Service To Humanity And Other Laudable Track Records As Basis For Endorsement The Soludo Volunteer Force (SVF), a frontline pressure group led by The Managing Director of Anambra State Waste Management Agency (ASWAMA), Hon. Engr. Ozoemena Mike (Nzeakonobi) today paid a solidarity visit to the palatial residence of Chief Ebuka Onunkwo, where the group officially endorsed him for the vacant seat of Anambra South Senatorial District. Speaking during the visit, the deputy convener of the group who led the delegation, Dr. Ebele Chukwuka praised Onunkwo's selfless service to humanity, stating that he is not just another politician but a leader who has been working for the masses long before joining politics. Dr. Chukwuka emphasized that the SVF does not endorse candidates lightly but rather after careful consideration and evaluation and has found Chief Onunkwo worthy.   This endorsement by the SVF, a prominent group supporting Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo's ...

  Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested Prof. Usman Yusuf, the former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). The arrest took place at his Abuja residence around 4:46 pm on Wednesday, in the presence of his wife and children. The EFCC operatives, reportedly armed, carried out the raid and took the professor of haematology-oncology and bone marrow transplantation into custody. While the operatives did not disclose details of his arrest, sources told News360 Nigeria that the development might be connected with his activities at the NHIS. “The reason for his arrest can’t be made public now because investigations are still ongoing. What I know is that he’s in custody and he will help the detectives in their investigations,” a highly-placed source told News360 Nigeria on Wednesday night. Recall that former President Muhammadu Buhari relieved Yusuf of his appointment in 2019, seven months after he was recommended for d...

  1. FOR HOTEL OWNERS: a. All hotel owners must ensure that every guest lodging in their facility must submit a copy of any government means of identification like National Identity Card, International passports Or Voters Card to the hotel  b. The hotel must photocopy all this documents and submit to the president general of the community who inturn submits to the local government mayor and then to the State government. c. Any hotel or guest house who fails to submit this documents will forfeit his or her lodging facility to the government and will equally answer for such offence. 2. FOR LANDLORDS AND LANDLADY. a. All landlords and landlady must go to their president general and obtain a form for their various tenants occupying their houses or shops  b. All landlords and landlady must ensure they know every details about their tenants in their houses or shops through the forms they will fill using any government means of identification c. Any landlords or landlady who ...

  Former Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Anambra State Broadcasting Service (ABS), and a prominent indigene of Enugwu-Ukwu community, Ozonkpu Uche Nworah has attracted educational aides from MTN Foundation to students of the community. The educational materials consisting of exercise books and school bags were distributed to 300 students of St Theresa Secondary School. The foundation also distributed umbrellas, routers and WiFi equipments to the school. Each of the 300 students got a school bag and 10 exercise books each. MTN's South East Senior Manager, Regional Operations, Mr Emmanuel Osumah, who oversaw the distribution said the gesture was a way by the network provider to encourage young children. Osumah said, "Today, we gather for an initiative that contributes to our mission of enhancing education. "The MTN Foundation Learning Support Material Initiative was extended to St Theresa’s Primary and Secondary School, which was nominated by your very own,...

  Societies around the globe respond to the contemporary technological and economic change by defining entrepreneurship and innovation as core principles for future competitive advantage. Does this rise of the "entrepreneurial society" also imply that entrepreneurial personalities are becoming increasingly widespread and powerful in political leadership?   It is interesting to ask whether such Schumpeterian personalities indeed play an increasingly important role in political leadership, given that daily routines of policy leaders, at least at first glance, usually require rather non-entrepreneurial strategies such as careful, risk-averse diplomacy. To address this question, we first surveyed the existing literature on personality and political leadership.  We further present a novel personality analysis of an influential business leader that recently made a transition to political leadership: Chief Dr. Ebuka Onunkwo, Chairman Seahorse Oil. Employing people in his oi...

By Izuchukwu Adichie One undeniable fact about Soludo’s government is his passion for ambitious projects. Unlike previous governors, Soludo does not initiate projects only to abandon them; he emphasizes the importance of follow-through. An important part of his governance style is conducting a NEEDS assessment before starting any project, ensuring that adequate funding is secured beforehand. When he assumed office in 2022, Anambra State was facing serious challenges. The roads were largely impassable, and there were no teachers in classrooms, nor were doctors and nurses in hospitals. There was no functioning government house, and nine local governments were under criminal control. The Onitsha metropolitan area was overtaken by touts, driving away customers and stifling commerce. Government offices were costing over 100 million naira per month to maintain, and major urban areas, including the state capital, were in disrepair. Governance had hit rock bottom, leaving the state in a precar...

- *_AS CHIEF TITUS ANIGBOGU (ORTOM PALACE) DECLARE SUPPORT FOR CHIEF EBUKA ONUNKWO'S SENATE ASPIRATION_* *Ekwulobia* – The organic mass movement of the frontline APGA aspirant for the vacant seat of Anambra south senatorial district, Chief (Dr) Ebuka Onunkwo, yesterday visited the residence of Chief Titus Anigbogu popularly known as Orton Palace to meet with party faithful in Aguata ahead of the APGA primary election. The campaign team was welcomed by a coterie of the major stakeholders in Aguata Local Government area. While addressing the party faithful present, Chief Onunkwo stated that his tour across towns and LGAs in Anambra South is to connect directly with the people he seeks to represent when elected as senator. On hand to welcome Chief Onunkwo alongside Chief Titus Anigbogu ( _Orton Palace_ , _Ugwumba Aguata_ ), were numerous party stakeholders, officials and faithful, including Hon. Anayo Okpareke, member representing Aguata 1 in the State House of Assembly, Hon. Tony M...

  - _*AS SIR ERIC EZE (OCHIAGHA) ENDORSES HIS SENATE ASPIRATION TODAY WHILE HOSTING HIS CAMPAIGN DELEGATION AT HIS UMUNZE COUNTRY HOME*_ Chief (Dr) Ebuka Onunkwo's campaign team, earlier today, visited Umunze, the Orumba South LGA headquarters, where they were given a grand reception at the country home of Hon. Sir Eric Eze, a political juggernaut and former APGA candidate for Orumba North and South federal constituency. The event was attended by over numerous stakeholders, leaders, and supporters of APGA, who welcomed Chief Onunkwo, the leading APGA senatorial aspirant for Anambra South senatorial district. Speaking during the grand reception, Hon. Sir Eric Eze commended Chief Onunkwo's track records, describing him as the perfect candidate for the vacant seat in Anambra South Senatorial District. He pledged his full support, and assured everyone present of his dedication to ensuring Onunkwo's victory.  Also speaking, the President-General of Umunze town union, Engr Ezekie...

  The Idemili South local government Mayor, Hon. Mrs Amaka Obi (Iyom Ife-Abata), has felicitated with former Caretaker Chairman of Anaocha and Managing Director of Anambra State Water Resources, Hon. Chief Ikeobi Ejiofor on the auspicious celebration of his birthday anniversary. Hon. Obi in a congratulatory message made available to her media team praised Hon. Ejiofor for being the brain behind some Impactful initiative especially in relation to water scheme. She said, Hon. Ejiofor is worth celebrating for his life of consistent commitment to private and public service, having contributed positively to politics and development of the state. "I join APGA family, friends and well-wishers to celebrate Hon. Ikeobi Ejiofor and I wish him more prosperous years in good health as he continues to serve the state and humanity in general", she concluded. © Idemili South Media.

  Speed Darlington’s legal team withdraws their services in the ongoing case with BURNA Boy.

The Group Chief Executive Officer of OandO Plc, Wale Tinubu has disclosed that the oil firm is partnering with the Lagos State Government to deploy 5,000 electric buses for public transportation in the state. Tinubu, said this in an interview with CNBC Africa, on the sidelines of the just concluded World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He said the decision to invest in electric vehicles, particularly for public transportation, is informed by the company’s commitment to adopting cleaner energy solutions as part of its ‘just’ energy transition drive. He makes a case for a ‘just transition’ over decarbonisation in Africa as the continent “is actually a victim of global warming,” bearing the brunt of climate change while contributing only about 3% of global emissions. He stressed that Africa cannot decarbonise or abandon its large deposits of fossil fuels for clean energy sources while the majority of its citizens wallow in energy poverty. “The arguments for decarbonisation are as im...

The Solution Youth Movement of Nigeria (SYMON), Aguata LGA Chapter, held its New Year Executive Council meeting on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Logart Hills Hotel, Ekwulọbịa. The meeting, which marked the beginning of the year’s activities, brought together LGA Executives and Ward Coordinators under the leadership of Comr. Okpala Chinedu Vincent, the Coordinator of SYMON Aguata LGA.   Comr. Okpala Chinedu Vincent commended members for their unwavering solidarity and support, especially during the recently concluded Aguata Youth Economic and Political Summit, themed "Empowering Youth: Catalyst for Economic Growth and Political Change." The Coordinator emphasized the need for continued support for the youth-friendly Governor, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo CFR, commending his numerous developmental projects in Aguata and other LGAs of the state, the Homeland Bill tagged AGUNECHEMBA (Operation Udo Ga Achị), ongoing 1 YOUTH 2 SKILLS training of over 8,000 youth, teachers recruitme...

  The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO), Anambra Broadcasting Service (ABS), Mr Christopher Molokwu, on Monday, urged journalists to engage in all forms of sporting activities for general well-being and socioeconomic development. Molokwu, who stated this at the organisation's headquarters in Awka, Anambra State capital while receiving newly elected officers of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Anambra State Council led by Comrade Odogwu Emeka Odogwu (PhD), argued that all forms of sports would be beneficial to journalists. According to him, there was need for journalists to host annual games and encourage members participation in various sporting activities to harness their potential, scout talents among the younger generation as well as maintain healthy living.  He also stressed the need for the NUJ to mentor potential and younger journalists including training all the practitioners' to master use of electronic gadgets and acts of digital communication so a...

The Acting Vice Chancellor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Professor Joseph Ikechebelu, on Monday, sought partnership with journalists to train, enhance staff productivity and promotes academic excellence in the citadel of learning. Ikechebelu, while receiving State Working Committee members and other stakeholders of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Anambra State Council in a courtesy call at his office, said he was optimistic that the collaboration would be beneficial to all concerned. "We are committed to providing a conductive environment for effective teaching and learning. The University is very calm, peaceful and progressing. We are thriving. We need a media partnership to go higher. We want to have a productive staff, and happy productive students. When our staff are happy, and students are happy, they will be progressing.  "We have accepted to give NUJ a hand of fellowship to get done with whatever plans they have to boost our academic activities. We will hel...

...as government insists Udo-ga-achi is professional The recent demolition of Udoka Golden Point Hotel and Suites in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area, Anambra State, has sparked controversy, with the hotel's owner, Mr. Udoka Calistus Ejim, vehemently denying allegations that his property was being used as a kidnappers' den. Ejim, in a telephone interview, expressed shock and disappointment over the allegations, stating that he had no knowledge of any criminal activities taking place on his property. He challenged anyone with evidence to provide video or pictorial proof. "I am not afraid of any investigation," Ejim said. "I have already reported to the police and requested a thorough inquiry into the matter, including questioning the seller about the controversial 'grave' structure." Ejim alleged that the demolition might have been orchestrated by his predecessor, Mr. Nwagbo, who he claimed wanted to reclaim the property. He stated that he ren...

The Chairman of Idemili North local government area, Hon. Stanley Nkwoka has registered two thousand five hundred (2,500) persons into Anambra State Health Insurance Scheme (ASHIA). Nkwoka while speaking at the event which was also used to mark his hundred days in office, held at Idemili North Council Secretariat, Ogidi, revealed that those registered includes the elderly, children aged five years and below and security personnel. factreporters.com.ng The Mayor maintained that the event was targeted at providing qualitative health care service for the local government area through ASHIA. In his speech, Commissioner of Health, Dr Afam Obidike, stated that Anambra State government has declared a zero tolerance for maternal, under-5 child and elderly mortality in state.  Dr. Obidike who represented Governor Chukwuma Soludo explained that the present administration is making huge investments and interventions in the health sector. The Commissioner said the initiative is in line with th...

  With his wealth of experience, clear vision, and unwavering commitment to service, Dr Ebuka Onunkwo emerges as the ideal candidate to represent Anambra South at the Red Chambers. His emphasis on transformative leadership, combined with his dedication to enhancing lives, positions him as a beacon of hope and progress. A visionary businessman, compassionate philanthropist, and grassroots leader, Dr Onunkwo has proven his commitment to human capital development through youth empowerment initiatives, road construction, scholarship awards, and, to crown it all, as an employer of labour through his company, SeaHorse Lubricant Industries Ltd. In a time like this, Anambra South deserves such a man whose philanthropic gestures, as a private businessman, have touched so many lives; every metrics indicates that if entrusted with power, he will do even greater exploits for overall good of southern Anambrarians. *Grassroots Connection:* Given his strong relationship with the people at the gra...

Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company, a renowned Nigerian automaker, recently hosted a high-profile delegation from Equatorial Guinea, led by Ambassador Francisco Edu Ngua Mangue. The visit was aimed at exploring a joint venture partnership brokered by Mr. Ndubuizu Anthonio the MD CEO Kenpetrus Energy Resources Ltd, based on the bilateral agreement between the two nations already.  The delegation, comprising prominent figures such as Amb. Ben Simon Onugha, MD/CEO of BETEX TRAVELS LTD, Prince Christopher Madu, MD/CEO of PWS INTEGRATED SERVICES LTD, was received by the Innoson team. The visitors were taken on a tour of the manufacturing facility, showcasing the company's capabilities and commitment to producing high-quality, made-in-Nigeria vehicles. Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company, founded by Chief Innocent Chukwuma, has been at the forefront of Nigeria's automotive industry since its inception in 2007. With a range of products, including heavy-duty vehicles, buses, and ...

The leading aspirant for the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) ticket in the forthcoming Anambra South Senatorial by-election, Chief (Dr) Ebuka Onunkwo, has congratulated Comrade (Dr) Odogwu Emeka Odogwu on his re-election as Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Anambra State Council. In a congratulatory message, Chief Onunkwo described Comrade Odogwu as an inspirational leader and a dedicated journalist who has consistently made remarkable strides in community life, academic pursuits, and the media industry. "Comrade Odogwu's re-election is a testament to his exemplary leadership and commitment to the noble profession of journalism," Chief Onunkwo noted, adding: "the Igbo saying that 'a man's name leads him' continues to resonate in Comrade Odogwu's life, with his numerous achievements setting him apart as a shining star in the media world." Chief Onunkwo reaffirmed his unwavering support for the media, recognising the essent...

  ~By Chibunnam Paul. HRM, Dr Ebuka Onunkwo is a name that resonates with love, compassion, and service. Over the years, he has become a symbol of hope and inspiration, not just for his immediate community but for the entire Anambra South Senatorial District.  Known for his unwavering dedication to humanity, Chief Onunkwo has touched countless lives through his philanthropic activities and unwavering commitment to the welfare of the people. His selfless service has earned him admiration and respect across all demographics, cementing his place as a leader loved by all.   It is no surprise that Chief Ebuka Onunkwo’s journey to the Senate is a call from the good people of Anambra South Senatorial District. Recognizing his integrity, competence, and vision, they have collectively beckoned him to represent them at the federal level.  His track record of transparency and his passion for development make him the ideal candidate to take Anambra South to the promised lan...

  As we approach the conduct of political parties primary elections for the 2025 Anambra governorship elections, only the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) is going into this process as a stable entity. Every other political party is in the intensive care unit paying for oxygen to even survive.  What they planned for APGA is happening to them. The negative actions or schemes that a group of people intended to inflict on APGA are now being experienced by them instead, essentially suggesting a form of karma or a situation where the perpetrators are now facing the consequences of their own actions.  The APC has essentially been deserted by anyone in Anambra State with a modicum of integrity and has become a union of political perverts where the centre can not hold after March 29, 2025. The Labour Party is basically a group of wannabes propelled by the belief that luck would come to their rescue.  For the PDP, I am constrained from kicking a man that is already down...

  The two major gladiators in the festering Rivers state political crisis, the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Minister, Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara allegedly refused to exchange pleasantries when they met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the Villa on Tuesday. Both Wike and Governor Fubara were part of the delegation from Ogoni that visited the President for a discussion on the possibility of resumption of oil production in Ogoniland. A source in the meeting said “though both of them posed for a photograph with the President, they did not exchange pleasantries. No hug. No greetings. Everybody went straight for the meeting with the President and after that we all left”. He said Wike arrived at the Villa from where he went to inspect and commission projects and “immediately after the group photograph with the President, he went back to his duty post. “As a minister from Rivers, Wike must, as a necessity, be present whenever the President is meeting with a delegation...

 ...as Ogemdi loses Treasurership By O'star Eze In a pleasantly surprising turn of events, Comrade Dr. Odogwu Emeka Odogwu has been re-elected the chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, as his former treasurer, Comrade Ogemdi Ozoemenam, who worked against him in the campaign, was voted out.  Announcing the results in the keenly contested election, Comrade Dr. Stanley Onunkwo, the chairman of the electoral committee announced that while the other executive  positions were all returned unopposed, the two that were contested, the Chairmanship and Treasurership positions, saw Emeka Odogwu's camp winning by a wide margin.  While Comrade Ngozi Obileri, got 40 votes, Emeka Odogwu got 173 votes. And while Ogemdi Ozoemenam got 45 votes, his opponent, Obidike coasted home 168 votes as well.  Addressing the union shortly after the election, Hon. Kamen Chuks Ogbonna, Head of Media to Late Senator Dr Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah, who observed the process,  congratulated...

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has appointed the Deputy National Organising Secretary of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Nze Chidi Duru, (OON) as Chairman, Governing Board, Federal Medical Centre, Lokoja, Kogi State. The appointment was conveyed in a letter signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume (CON). The appointment takes effect from 9th of January, 2025. Nze Duru is a grassroots politician par excellence who has also had a stellar career in the business sector. Nze Duru is well respected among peers and followers for insisting on ethical behavior in the political space. His ethics guided political conduct and comportment as a member of Nigeria's House of Representatives between 1999 and 2007, when he represented Aguata Federal Constituency, and facilitated critical initiatives in the transformation of Nigeria's economic space to contemporary standards.   One such initiative was the unlocking of the latent assets b...

  By Izuchukwu Adichie At the beginning of Soludo’s government, many people in Anambra were growing impatient even though he started working from the first day he was sworn-in as a Governor. Some expected him to perform miracles and magic, believing that good roads, pipe-borne water, and all the good things he promised would suddenly appear everywhere within the first 14-days in office. They did not fully understand the huge infrastructure deficit he inherited and the challenges he needed to address. 34 months later, our people have noticed the big changes that are happening all over the state. Projects are completed and are still rolling out in all 326 wards, and it’s clear that the transformation under Soludo is something you can touch, walk on, drink, feel, and sight. Ndi Anambra is happy they voted for him and have continued to back him through it all. Their support shows how much they appreciate what he is doing, and you can see the love and loyalty everywhere he goes. Soludo ...