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Police detain four, recover vehicles stolen in Enugu, Anambra

Four suspects have been detained by the Enugu State Police, recovering vehicles stolen in Enugu and Anambra, including one linked to a kidnapping case.

Feb 28 β€’ 09:14 UTC
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Four die, nine injured in Anambra multiple road crash

Four women died and nine people were injured in a multiple vehicle crash in Anambra State, Nigeria, on Friday night.

Feb 28 β€’ 08:09 UTC
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Anambra demolishes shrine as native doctor jailed 11 months

The Anambra State Government has demolished the shrine of native doctor Chidozie Nwangwu following his 11-month jail sentence for ritual practices.

Feb 28 β€’ 00:21 UTC
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Anambra demolishes convicted native doctor’s shrine

The Anambra State Government demolished the shrine of a convicted native doctor following a High Court ruling that sentenced him to prison for ritual practices.

Feb 27 β€’ 18:52 UTC
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Troops dismantle IPOB/ESN stronghold in Anambra

Nigerian troops have successfully dismantled a stronghold of the Indigenous People of Biafra in Anambra State during a major offensive operation.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:58 UTC
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Anambra native doctor sentenced to 11 months imprisonment

A native doctor in Anambra, Nigeria, was sentenced to 11 months in prison for involvement in ritual practices linked to money rituals and criminal activity.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:06 UTC
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Anambra Assembly passes bill to establish rural roads agency

The Anambra State House of Assembly has passed a bill to create a Rural Access Roads Agency aimed at improving road conditions and transportation in rural areas.

Feb 25 β€’ 14:54 UTC
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PHOTOS: Two midnight fires in Anambra destroy shops, buildings

Two separate midnight fires in Anambra State destroyed several shops and buildings, but fortunately, no casualties were reported.

Feb 25 β€’ 12:47 UTC
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Peter Obi decries UTME registration chaos in Anambra

Peter Obi criticizes the ongoing registration difficulties faced by students for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination in Anambra State, describing them as a recurrence of last year's issues.

Feb 23 β€’ 09:11 UTC
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FRSC unveils safer road-habits campaign in Anambra

The Federal Road Safety Corps launched a campaign in Anambra to promote safer road habits among motorists and pedestrians.

Feb 23 β€’ 07:09 UTC
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Speak your mother tongue with pride, Anambra first lady urges Nigerians

The First Lady of Anambra, Dr. Nonye Soludo, encourages Nigerians to embrace and speak their mother tongues as a celebration of their cultural identity.

Feb 21 β€’ 15:17 UTC
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Anambra man, others emerge as excos in Gombe APC ward poll

An Igbo businessman from Anambra State, Edwin Chukwujeku, has been elected as the Assistant Secretary of the Bolari East Ward of the APC in Gombe State, highlighting the party's inclusivity.

Feb 20 β€’ 21:11 UTC
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Anambra CP decorates 300 newly-promoted officers

The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State has honored over 300 newly-promoted officers, encouraging them to serve with professionalism and dedication.

Feb 20 β€’ 18:39 UTC
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PHOTOS: Soludo presents recognition certificates to six newly elected Anambra monarchs

Anambra State Governor Prof. Chukwuma Soludo presented certificates of recognition to six newly elected traditional rulers, emphasizing the importance of traditional leadership in fostering community development and unity.

Feb 20 β€’ 17:48 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Anambra to prosecute woman accused of burning maid with hot iron

The Anambra State government is moving forward with the prosecution of a woman accused of torturing her housemaid with a hot iron.

Feb 20 β€’ 16:27 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest 52-year-old suspect for kidnapping, murder in Anambra

A 52-year-old man has been arrested in Anambra, Nigeria for his alleged involvement in kidnapping, murder, and serious injuries to six victims.

Feb 19 β€’ 09:38 UTC
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Millions lost as fire razes Anambra electronics market

A fire at the Electronics Parts Market in Nnewi, Anambra State, destroyed multiple shops and costs estimated in millions, though no casualties were reported.

Feb 19 β€’ 00:02 UTC
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APC most viable party for South-East – Chieftain

A former APC senatorial candidate asserts that the party is best positioned to meet the needs of the South-East and Nigeria, praising Governor Uzodimma's leadership.

Feb 18 β€’ 20:07 UTC
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Fire guts electronics market in Anambra, destroys goods

A devastating fire at the Electronics Parts Market in Nnewi, Anambra State, destroyed numerous shops and goods worth millions of naira, with no casualties reported.

Feb 18 β€’ 14:45 UTC
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Anambra assembly moves to recall lawmaker suspended over social media post

The Anambra State House of Assembly is initiating a recall of lawmaker Bernard Udemezue, who was suspended for a social media post critical of the allocation to his constituency.

Feb 18 β€’ 12:25 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest second suspect in Anambra kidnapping, robbery case

Anambra State Police have arrested a second suspect linked to kidnapping and robbery cases in Awka, Nigeria.

Feb 18 β€’ 10:34 UTC
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Stakeholders praise APGA’s peaceful local government chairmanship primaries

Stakeholders in Anambra State have praised the All Progressive Grand Alliance for conducting peaceful and transparent chairmanship primaries in the Ihiala Local Government Area.

Feb 18 β€’ 03:00 UTC
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2027: Anambra APC endorses Tinubu, restates commitment to party unity

The All Progressives Congress in Anambra State has endorsed President Bola Tinubu as its candidate for the upcoming 2027 elections, emphasizing party unity and structure cohesion during a stakeholders’ meeting.

Feb 17 β€’ 21:33 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police kill 21-year-old suspected armed robber, cultist in Anambra

Police in Anambra State have killed a 21-year-old suspected armed robber and cultist during a security operation.

Feb 17 β€’ 18:30 UTC
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Anambra seals shops in two markets for two weeks over sit-at-home

The Anambra State government has closed shops in two markets for two weeks due to traders not opening for business.

Feb 17 β€’ 11:43 UTC
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Police urge early intervention as apprentice kills master in Anambra

The Anambra State Police have emphasized the need for early intervention and stronger social support to address rising domestic disputes after an apprentice allegedly killed his master.

Feb 17 β€’ 11:37 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Four arrested for killing three Cameroonians in Anambra

Four suspects have been arrested in connection with the kidnapping and murder of three Cameroonian nationals in Anambra, Nigeria.

Feb 17 β€’ 01:39 UTC
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Anambra apprentice arrested for killing master with pestle

A 21-year-old apprentice in Anambra, Nigeria, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his master during a domestic dispute.

Feb 17 β€’ 00:22 UTC
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Soludo, monarch urge Ndigbo to invest in South-East

Anambra State officials are encouraging the Igbo community to invest in their home region during a recent estate groundbreaking ceremony.

Feb 16 β€’ 13:59 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Apprentice kills master with pestle in Anambra

An 18-year-old apprentice killed his master during a confrontation over a money and drug issue in Anambra, Nigeria.

Feb 16 β€’ 11:51 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest four over murder of three Cameroonians in Anambra

Four additional suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of three Cameroonian nationals in Nigeria's Anambra State.

Feb 16 β€’ 09:44 UTC
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National & Local

Police arrest three suspects for unlawful possession of firearms in Anambra

Three suspects have been arrested in Anambra for illegal possession of firearms and drug-related activities.

Feb 12 β€’ 08:55 UTC
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National & Local

Police warn Anambra students against cultism, drug abuse

The Anambra State Police Command has warned students about the dangers of cultism and drug abuse during an engagement at Sacred Heart Academy.

Feb 12 β€’ 02:33 UTC
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Sit-at-home: Soludo vows Onitsha market overhaul, says 62 criminal camps destroyed

Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo announced the dismantling of 62 criminal camps in the state since his tenure began, emphasizing a commitment to improving safety.

Feb 11 β€’ 22:28 UTC
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Police unveil security awareness campaign in Anambra schools

The Anambra State Police Command has launched a security awareness program aimed at educating students on safety, vigilance, and crime prevention in schools.

Feb 11 β€’ 19:13 UTC
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Anambra lawmaker awards scholarship to 40 undergraduates

Victor Ogene, a lawmaker from Anambra State, has awarded scholarships to 40 undergraduates, highlighting the significance of youth education.

Feb 11 β€’ 17:00 UTC
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Anambra arrests six for illegal revenue collection

Six individuals have been arrested in Anambra State, Nigeria, for illegally collecting revenue from public transport operators.

Feb 11 β€’ 08:01 UTC
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APC commits to peaceful, credible congresses in Anambra

The All Progressives Congress in Anambra has pledged to conduct congresses that are free, transparent, and inclusive, ensuring fairness for all members.

Feb 10 β€’ 16:49 UTC
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Agency demolishes shanties, illegal structures in Anambra market

The OCHA Brigade in Anambra has demolished illegal structures in the Mgbuka Obosi Market to enhance safety near high-tension cables.

Feb 10 β€’ 07:09 UTC
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Sit-at-home: Anambra suspends nine headteachers over pupils’ low attendance

The Anambra State Government has suspended nine headteachers due to low pupil attendance linked to the ongoing sit-at-home order.

Feb 10 β€’ 07:05 UTC
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Anambra Smart Schools Facing Overpopulation Challenge β€” Commissioner

The Anambra Government is addressing overpopulation in its Smart Schools initiative due to high student enrollment.

Feb 9 β€’ 17:04 UTC
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Petrol tanker explosion kills two, injures one in Anambra

A petrol tanker explosion in Anambra, Nigeria, resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to another following a collision on a major road.

Feb 8 β€’ 18:23 UTC
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Anambra converts old govt house to innovation centre

The Anambra State Government is transforming the old Government House into the Solution Innovation District, aimed at fostering innovation and technology in the region.

Feb 8 β€’ 14:26 UTC
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Embrace cultural diversity, promote unity, NYSC urges corps members

The National Youth Service Corps encourages Nigerian youths to appreciate cultural diversity for unity and development during a cultural carnival in Anambra State.

Feb 8 β€’ 09:10 UTC
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The grammar of terror: The Soludo solution

This article discusses recent security incidents in Nigeria, highlighting the contrasting responses from different state governors regarding abductions and the ending of a sit-at-home order.

Feb 8 β€’ 00:12 UTC
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Sack non-performing commissioners, advisers, APGA chieftain urges Soludo

An APGA chieftain in Nigeria has called for the dismissal of non-performing members of the Anambra State governor's cabinet ahead of his second term.

Feb 7 β€’ 13:26 UTC
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Gunmen kill Anambra community leader, one other

A community leader in Anambra State, Nigeria, has been killed by suspected cultists in a retaliatory attack following the death of their leader.

Feb 7 β€’ 10:55 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Anambra sand miners, tipper drivers protest extortions, multiple taxation

Sand miners and tipper drivers in Anambra State have staged a protest against alleged extortions and multiple taxations imposed by state government agencies, primarily the OCHA Brigade.

Feb 6 β€’ 21:18 UTC
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Anambra first lady seeks end to female genital mutilation

Dr. Nonye Soludo, the first lady of Anambra State, calls for an end to female genital mutilation, labeling it as a barbaric violation of women's rights.

Feb 6 β€’ 15:25 UTC
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Foundation pays JAMB, WAEC fees for 80 Anambra students

The Joseph Onuorah Foundation has funded exam registration fees for 80 underprivileged students in Anambra State.

Feb 6 β€’ 13:41 UTC

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