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Mary Onuigbo, Anambra The Young Progressives Party (YPP) governorship candidate, Sir Paul Chukwuma,in collaboration with a youth-led coalition under the banner of Make Anambra Great Again (MAGA), staged a peaceful protest over the weekend calling for improved security and greater accountability from local security agencies in Anambra State. The demonstration, which commenced at Aroma Junction and concluded at the Anambra State Police Command in Amawbia, drew a notable turnout of residents concerned about recent security challenges in the state. The protest was sparked by a series of violent incidents, including an alleged assault on a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)…
The Editor The All Progressives Grand Alliance has insisted that the candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the November 8, 2025 Anambra governorship poll, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, lacks the “electoral value” required for victory in any election in the state. The party was reacting to comments made by Ukachukwu during an APC rally for the state Assembly by-election coming up on August 16, 2025. During the rally, Ukachukwu said, “We will use the by-election to show that APC owns Anambra”, a comment that has sparked reactions across the state. However, while reacting in a press statement released on Sunday,…
The Editor The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced a significant revision in the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results. According to the updated figures, 1,239,884 candidates, representing 62.96% of the total, obtained credit passes in at least five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics. This development marks a notable increase from the initial report released earlier in the week, which had indicated that only 754,545 candidates, or 38.32% of the 1,969,313 candidates who sat the examination, met the benchmark for five credits, including English and Mathematics. The updated figures were disclosed on Friday by Amos…
The Editor Two persons, a mother and child have died on the spot and others hospitalised after a trailer lost control and rammed into a commercial vehicle at the Ulasi River Bridge, Okija Junction in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. It was gathered that the crash which occurred late on Thursday when the driver of the trailer experienced brake failure and crashed into the Toyota Hiace bus on the bridge, resulting in multiple fatalities. Some eyewitnesses and residents near the scene said the vehicle which was coming from Upper Iweka area and travelling to Owerri was stopped by…
The Editor The West African Examinations Council has temporarily withdrawn access to the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination results for school candidates, following the discovery of technical issues during an internal review process. In a statement released on Thursday and signed by the Acting Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, the Council explained that the glitch arose after it introduced an innovation paper serialisation in its fight against examination malpractice. “As part of our efforts to curb examination malpractice, the Council embarked on an innovation (paper serialisation)… The paper serialisation was carried out in Mathematics, English Language, Biology,…
The Editor In a bold and history-making moment, Pechilly Investigative Media has officially unveiled its office in Onitsha, marking a transformative step in the pursuit of truth-driven journalism and enhanced societal security. The groundbreaking event, held at the organisation’s new headquarters at Ihoma Plaza, opposite Chiboy Park, along Port Harcourt Road, Fegge, over the weekend, brought together prominent dignitaries, security experts, media professionals and community leaders, all united in their support for what they described as a visionary force for justice and safety. Delivering a keynote address during the unveiling, the Founder and CEO, Ambassador Karen James, described the launch…
The Editor The West African Examinations Council has announced the official release of the results for the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination for school candidates. In a statement issued via X on Monday, August 4, 2025, the examination body confirmed that candidates who sat for the exam can now access their results online. “The West African Examinations Council is pleased to inform candidates who sat WASSCE for School Candidates, 2025 that the result has officially been released today, Monday, August 4, 2025,” WAEC stated. Candidates are advised to visit the Council’s result portal to check their performance. “To…
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The Editor In a world steadily awakening to the raw genius emerging from Africa’s soil, a private school in Anambra State, Myrtle Vine Academy, has carved its name in golden letters, by winning the United Kingdom organised ‘Global Schools Connect’ competition for selected schools across the globe. Myrtle Vine Academy, already known for its deep commitment to global relevance, stole the spotlight ahead of some United Kingdom-based schools and other schools from around the world when it represented Nigeria at the 2025 ‘Global Schools Connect’ competition, an event held in the United Kingdom. The groundbreaking event held virtually on June…
Anambra school defeats UK schools, wins Innovation global competition…