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  ‎Kenechukwu Onyekwuluje  ‎Awka ‎The Anambra State Town Union Council (ASTUC) Youth Wing has honoured the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr. Queen Elizabeth Agwu, with the Transparent and Exemplary Leadership Service Award for her role in strengthening credible elections in the state. ‎ ‎Presenting the award in Awka, ASTUC Youth President-General, Comrade Ken Okoli, praised Dr. Agwu’s integrity and professionalism since assuming office in November 2022. He commended her for overseeing multiple elections, including what he described as the freest and most transparent gubernatorial election in Nigeria’s history, noting that her leadership has restored youths’ confidence in the electoral system. ‎ ‎Receiving the award, Dr. Agwu expressed surprise and gratitude, stating that the recognition was meaningful because it came from youths who had been quietly observing her work. She reflected on her commitment to fairness and credibility upon assuming office and highlighted eff...

  By Amaka Isikala/Ebele Iyke/odili In a bid to foster economic growth and boost international trade in Anambra State vis-a-vis Nigeria, the European Union (EU) has promised a continuous drive, which will be aimed at facilitating, supporting and promoting agro-business. The EU provides digital market place and is a matchmaking hub - a virtual space where Nigerian agro-business can connect with EU buyers, investors and partners to initiate export trade deals, investments and further collaborations. Anambra State Coordinator, Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC), Mr. Peter Udom made these clarifications while explaining NEPC’s programmes during a Southeast regional sensitization in Awka. He said, "we are a regional sensitization and export ready for SMEs in the South East; our duties include training in export procedures, compliance and giving guides on accessing export markets. "We also provide mentorship and technical support for value-chain actors, facilitating trade link...

  By Chike Mabene Mr. Governor of Anambra State, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo's Budget 2026 tagged, "Changing Gears 3.0: Solution Continues." aptly outlined a number of MUST-Dos necessary for the disruptive changes that he envisages will guarantee long term safety and prosperity, and ultimately the achievement of a "liveable and prosperous homeland" for Ndi Anambra.  Here are 20 key points to note from Mr. Governor Chukwuma Soludo's 2026 Budget presentation: 1. Budget Size: ₦757.88 billion, representing a 24.1% increase from 2025. 2. Capital Expenditure: ₦595.3 billion (79% of total budget), with 26.3% year-on-year growth. 3. Recurrent Expenditure: ₦162.6 billion (21% of total budget), with 16.6% year-on-year growth. 4. Budget Deficit: ₦225.7 billion (29.8% of total budget). 5. Funding: Hybrid options, including privatization proceeds, increased IGR, and concessionary borrowing. 6. No Borrowing: Soludo's administration has not borrowed to finance bu...

By O'star Eze  Doles Cash Gifts to the Elderly, Widows, Orphans Clears Hospital Bills for Indigents, Empowers Artisans, Traders, Others Commits 50% of His Assets to Charity and BenevolenceIt was a joyous celebration on Friday as political leaders, associates, friends, well-wishers, and relations in the state stormed the country home of former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olisa Metuh, in Nnewi, Anambra State, to mark his 60th birthday in a rare display of philanthropy, service to the underserved, and love for his people. The highlight of the birthday activities, which commenced on Thursday, was Friday’s endowment of hundreds of millions of Naira for various philanthropic gestures.  These included the clearance of medical bills for indebted patients at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi; care funds for elderly people aged 75 years and above; as well as cash gifts and essential items to widows and physically challenged ...

  By O'star Eze  The Former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olisa Metuh on Thursday splashed endowments ranging from scholarships, community facility projects, mobility aids for the physically challenged, assorted food items, cash gifts and other donations ahead of his 60th birthday on Friday, 28th November, 2025 Chief Metuh whose birthday trail blazed through his home town Nnewi, Anambra State on Thursday said he dedicated the landmark event to charity and service to humanity in thanksgiving to God for His boundless faithfulness and mercies in his life in the last six decades. As part of activities for the birthday Metuh on Thursday continued his endowment series which commenced on the previous day by paying homage to Igwe Nnewi, Igwe Kenneth Onyeneke Orizu III where he and his entourage of family members, friends, business associates and political allies received royal blessings and commendation from the royal father. The birthday tr...

By Chris Chikelue Anambra State Ministry of Health, has announced another round of free Hydrocelectomy to people living with hydrocele diseases in the state. This was made public by the Ministry of Health through the Department of Public Health and Disease Control. The free exercise which will be the fourth dispensation is co-sponsored by The Carter Center (TCC). According to the release the surgery will happen simultaneously within major government hospitals in the three central zones of the state. The hospitals and catchment Local Government Areas (LGAs) are, Umueri General Hospital (GH): Anambra East, Anambra West, Ayamelum and Oyi LGAs. "Enugwukwu GH: catchment LGAs are Njikoka, Awka South, Awka North and Dinukofia LGAs. "Ekwulobia GH: Aguata, Anaocha, Orumba North and South LGAs. Days of the free surgery is Friday, November 28, Saturday, November 29 and Tuesday December 2, 2025 from 7:30 in the beginning of the days. The release assured that the hydrocele surgery is safe...

By Chris Chikelue/Stan Nwakor The Commissioner for Health, Anambra State, Dr. Afam Obidike has inaugurated the Anambra State Technical Working Group (TWG) for Climate Change. This took place at the Data Operation Centre (DOP) of the Ministry on Wednesday, November 26. The Committee is scheduled to analyze the effect of climate change in the state as it concerns erosion, drainage system, Agriculture and other parts of the environment. Committee members include, the Permanent Secretary SMOH, Executive Secretary, Anambra State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (ANPHCDA) all Directors, Heads of Departments and Focal persons of different programmes in the Ministry. Others are, Representatives from the State Emergency Management Agency, Ministry of Environment, Agriculture and representatives from the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH). The Programme Officer, Climate Change, Dr. Tochi Nweke commended the stakeholders for being present at the inauguration a...