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  The Anambra State Police Command has issued a stern warning to individuals and groups planning to disrupt the peace during the ongoing New Yam Celebration across various communities in the state. The command has made it clear that any attempts to organize parallel events or undermine recognized community leadership will not be tolerated, and offenders will face the full weight of the law. The Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has directed divisional police officers, tactical teams, and area commanders to increase visibility policing, patrols, and intelligence gathering to ensure maximum security during the celebration. The police command joins the people of Anambra in celebrating this important cultural festival and wishes them a peaceful and joyous New Yam Festival. The command's warning aims to ensure a peaceful celebration, and the police are committed to maintaining law and order before, during, and after the festivities.

  The Anambra State Police Command regrets to announce the death of Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), James Omanulun Ihiabe, who until his demise on 1st October 2025 was in charge of Operations in the Command. ACP Ihiabe passed away after a brief illness. His death is a great loss not only to the Nigeria Police Force, but also to Anambra State, where he served with dedication and courage. During his service, ACP Ihiabe contributed his quota immensely to the fight against violent crimes and the maintenance of Law and Order in the State. The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc minps PhD, on behalf of the officers and men of the Command, commiserates with the family of the deceased officer, the Inspector General of Police, and the entire Police Force on this irreparable loss. Funeral arrangements will be communicated in due course. May his gallant soul rest in peace. SP Tochukwu Ikenga Police Public Relations Officer Anambra State Police Command,...

  ...Prioritizes Grassroots Education, Environmental Cleanliness, Says Council Has keyed into Governor Soludo’s “One Community, One Project” Initiative   By Mmaduabuchi Onwumelu  The the idea-bearing Mayor of the most populous and densely populated Council Area in Southeastern Nigeria, Chief Hon. (Sir) Stanley Nkwoka (Ochendo Idemili) on Wednesday, October 1 2025, at the Council's Headquarters, Ogidi promised to clear the 2025 WAEC fees for all Public School students in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, announcing that the Council is prioritizing grassroots education, environmental cleanliness and has also Keyed into Governor Soludo’s “One Community, One Project” Initiative.  The inimitable Mayor who made the declaration during this year's Independence Day Anniversary Celebration in the presence of the Deputy Mayor, Lady Phina Onwuachu (Nmaluluno), the Leader of the Legislative Council, Hon. Samuel Anikpe (Wester, Oyinatumba), the Deputy Leader, H...

  CONHESS 2024 refers to the Consolidated Health Salary Structure for health workers in Nigeria.  The structure outlines enhanced salary scales for various health professionals, including Nurses and Nurses Anesthetist/Psychiatric, Pharmacy Technicians, Community Health Technicians, Physiotherapists, Medical Laboratory Scientists, Medical Laboratory Technicians, Dental Therapists, and Radiographers. The CONHESS salary scale ranges from CONHESS 07 to CONHESS 15, with corresponding monthly salaries from ₦80,000 to ₦350,000. In Anambra, the mantra is, leaving no one behind.  May God bless the Soludos.

  Chief Etomchukwu Ubah, popularly known as Akuchinyere Mba 1 of Isuochi, celebrated his birthday by paying medical bills totaling over N10 million for patients at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Umuahia. The gesture enabled the discharge of numerous patients across various wards. Chief Ubah personally visited the hospital, ensuring the funds were used to clear bills for those unable to afford treatment.  The Chief Medical Director of FMC Umuahia, Prof. Azubuike Onyebuchi, praised the act as a rare and commendable gesture, urging other wealthy individuals in Abia to borrow a leaf from him.   Grateful patients expressed their appreciation, praying for continued blessings for Chief Ubah. Speaking at the event, Chief Ubah described the initiative as the start of his birthday celebrations, noting plans to extend similar support to hospitals in Isuochi and Enugu.  He attributed his ability to give back to divine blessings and emphasized his commitment to helping tho...

  By Nonso Smart Okafor  I just read a report on Billionaires Africa that Mr. Roosevelt Ogbonna, CEO of Access Bank, acquired a ₦30 billion mansion in London. I was rattled. So, I did a little digging. What I found was inspirational. He joined Access Bank in 2002 from GTBank. Through dedication and vision, he rose steadily and became the MD/CEO in 2022 — 20 years after. In those two decades, he didn’t just clock in and out; he pursued academic qualifications, earned global professional certifications, and invested himself in one institution. I had earlier told the story of Ada Umeoji, who joined Zenith Bank as a corps member in 1998 and, after 26 years of loyalty and consistent growth, rose to become the first female MD/CEO of the bank in 2024. And it doesn’t stop there. Think of Tony Elumelu (UBA), Fola Adeola & Tayo Aderinokun (GTBank), Jim Ovia (Zenith), Otunba Subomi Balogun (FCMB), Atedo Peterside (Stanbic IBTC), Pascal Dozie (Diamond Bank), Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede ...

By O'star Eze   In a significant boost for local entrepreneurship, Dr. Chibueze Ofobuike, the Mayor of Aguata Local Government Area, has sponsored 10 Aguata-based business owners to participate as vendors in the highly anticipated Ka Anyi Zuo Ahia product and market fair. The one-day exhibition, organized by Geoserve Renaissance Academy and Anambra Broadcasting Service (ABS), aims to promote local businesses and foster economic growth across Anambra State. The sponsorship provides these vendors, many of whom are youths and women, with a unique platform to showcase their products live on ABS, expand their market reach, and network with other business owners from across the state. In addition to gaining visibility, the selected entrepreneurs will benefit from mentorship by industry experts, access to financial opportunities for business expansion, and guidance on structuring their businesses to attract further growth prospects. Dr. Ofobuike’s initiative has been lauded as a forw...

By Ukpa Ewa  ‎ ‎With barely six weeks to the Anambra State governorship election, the National Peace Committee (NPC) through the Kukah Center has inaugurated the Early Warning–Early Response (EWER) System to bring together stakeholders to promote peace and credibility before, during and after the election. ‎ ‎The inauguration, which drew participants from across the 21 local government areas in the state to Awka witnessed Journalists, Security agencies, political parties, religious and community leaders all committing to work as one to prevent electoral violence. ‎ ‎Delivering her address, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Kukah Center Obafemi Deborah said the project was about building trust and transforming early warning signals into meaningful actions. She explained that over three days, stakeholders were trained to spot and report threats before they escalated. ‎ ‎ In his remarks, the Managing Director of Anambra State Civic and Social Reformation Office (ANCISRO) Sir Ch...

  By Ukpa Ewa  The Interim National President of National Cashew Association of Nigeria (NCAN), Mr. Ademola Adesokan had led a delegation of the association on a courtesy visit to the Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh in Abuja. Mr. Adesokan who congratulated the Minister on his appointment commended the federal government commitment to diversifying the economy through non-oil exports. He noted that cashew remains a vital agricultural commodity capable of boosting foreign exchange earnings, creating jobs and empowering rural farmers. He assured the Ministry of NCAN readiness to collaborate on policies and initiatives that will enhance cashew value-chain development, processing and export. In his response, Senator Enoh described cashew as one of Nigeria’s most promising non-oil export frontiers and pledged the Ministry support for initiatives that will strengthen production and attract investment into processing facilities. He emphasized the importance of sy...