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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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National & Local

Nigeria: Nigerian Military Rescues Benue Links Passengers From Kidnap Attempt

The Nigerian military rescued three passengers from a kidnap attempt along the Enugu-Otukpo Road in Benue State.

Feb 27 β€’ 10:05 UTC
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National & Local

NITDA equips Enugu youths with digital tools

The National Information Technology Development Agency has equipped 50 young innovators in Enugu State with digital tools to promote digital inclusion and economic growth.

Feb 26 β€’ 00:29 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest mother, daughter over 70-year-old relative murder

A mother and her daughter have been arrested in Enugu State, Nigeria, for the alleged murder of their 70-year-old relative.

Feb 25 β€’ 22:33 UTC
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Army foils abduction, rescues five travellers

The Nigerian Army successfully thwarted an attempted abduction in Enugu State, rescuing five travelers and recovering their vehicle.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:00 UTC
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National & Local

Police raid Enugu hotspots, recover firearm, detain 15

The Enugu State Police Command detained 15 suspects during a raid on February 16, recovering a firearm and drugs believed to be marijuana.

Feb 20 β€’ 11:55 UTC
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National & Local

SON praises standardization of Enugu cassava processing centers

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria has commended the standardization of cassava processing centers in Enugu State under the IFAD-VCDP initiative, highlighting areas for improvement in compliance.

Feb 20 β€’ 11:38 UTC
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National & Local

11 passengers killed as ancestral tree crushes Enugu vehicles

A tragic incident in Enugu State, Nigeria, resulted in the deaths of 11 passengers when a large tree collapsed on two commercial vehicles at a market square.

Feb 19 β€’ 00:01 UTC
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National & Local

Enugu vaccinates over 2.1m children against measles-rubella -WHO

Enugu State has successfully vaccinated over 2.1 million children against measles and rubella as part of a recent campaign highlighted by the World Health Organization.

Feb 18 β€’ 11:20 UTC
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National & Local

Otti mourns road crash victims, promises support for survivors

Abia State Governor Alex Otti expressed condolences for the victims of a fatal road accident involving traders returning from a wedding in Enugu and pledged support for survivors and families affected by the tragedy.

Feb 17 β€’ 05:00 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: FDI - Enugu Government, Haier Group Inaugurate $20m Factory, Set for $30m Expansion

Enugu State in Nigeria inaugurated a $20 million factory in partnership with Haier Group, focusing on producing various tech products and setting the stage for further investment.

Feb 16 β€’ 10:24 UTC
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National & Local

Police arrest three, recover firearms, others in Enugu

The Enugu State Police arrested three suspects linked to a local criminal group and recovered firearms, ammunition, and drugs during recent operations.

Feb 16 β€’ 06:17 UTC
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National & Local

Police arrest man with illicit drugs in Enugu

The Enugu State Police have arrested a 42-year-old man for allegedly peddling illicit drugs, including marijuana and synthetic variants.

Feb 12 β€’ 13:08 UTC
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Enugu vaccinates 1.5 million children against measles, rubella in one week

The Enugu State Government has successfully vaccinated over 1.5 million children against measles and rubella in a week as part of a statewide immunization campaign.

Feb 12 β€’ 06:20 UTC
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National & Local

Police, families clash over Enugu land despite court judgment

Families in Enugu State are protesting the alleged wrongful seizure of their land by the police, despite a court ruling affirming their ownership.

Feb 11 β€’ 01:41 UTC
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National & Local

Enugu posts N406.7bn 2025 IGR, sets N870bn target

The Enugu State Government has reported a significant increase in its Internally Generated Revenue for the 2025 fiscal year, reaching N406.77 billion, and aims for a target of N870 billion.

Feb 9 β€’ 00:00 UTC
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National & Local

Enugu hits record ₦406bn IGR in 2025, eyes ₦870bn in 2026

Enugu State government generated ₦406.77 billion in 2025 from various revenue sources, significantly surpassing its previous year's revenue.

Feb 8 β€’ 17:30 UTC
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National & Local

Obi, Abaribe, and others celebrate Pat Utomi at 70

Various dignitaries and leaders from Nigeria gathered to celebrate Professor Pat Utomi's 70th birthday through a series of events highlighting his contributions to society.

Feb 8 β€’ 00:50 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police recover stolen truck in Enugu

The Enugu State Police have recovered a truck that was stolen at gunpoint in Delta State, following intelligence reports that led to its recovery in Awgu community.

Feb 6 β€’ 09:18 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Nigeria: Nigerian Court Orders Britain to Pay Β£420 Million to 21 Coal Miners Killed By Colonial Administration

A Nigerian court has ordered the British government to pay Β£20 million each to the families of 21 coal miners killed in Enugu State in 1949, ruling that the Nigerian government failed to pursue compensation.

Feb 6 β€’ 05:14 UTC
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National & Local

Enugu community protests takeover of disputed land

Residents of Enuagu Akpugo Autonomous Community in Enugu State are protesting against an alleged plan by the Nigeria Police to forcibly take over their ancestral land, despite a favorable court ruling.

Feb 5 β€’ 19:59 UTC
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National & Local

Mbah pushes regional integration for South-East growth

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State advocates for a unified economic bloc in the South-East region during the South-East Vision 2025 Regional Stakeholder Forum.

Feb 5 β€’ 00:46 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police smash human trafficking gang, rescue victim

The Enugu State Police Command has dismantled a human trafficking syndicate, rescuing a 25-year-old woman from forced prostitution in Mali and arresting a key suspect.

Feb 5 β€’ 00:01 UTC
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National & Local

Pope Leo XIV blesses philanthropist for building church

Pope Leo XIV has honored philanthropist SteveMary Kanife for his contributions to building a Catholic church in Enugu State, Nigeria.

Feb 4 β€’ 02:32 UTC

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