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By Michael Ovat Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo has led the Anambra State Executive Council in hosting a grand send-forth ceremony for the outgoing State Commissioner of Police, AIG Ikioye Orutugu, who has officially retired from active service. The special event, first in the history of the state, took place during the State Executive Council meeting held at the Light House, Awka, drawing top government functionaries, security commanders, and members of the state cabinet to celebrate the retiring police chief’s dedicated career and tenure in the state. Speaking during the ceremony, Governor Soludo lauded CP Orutugu for his unwavering…
By Michael Ovat Special Adviser to Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State on Youth Reformation/Empowerment, Dr. Nelson Omenugha, has taken the campaign of his mandate to youths in the Awka Medium Security Custodial Centre, where he encouraged inmates, particularly the youths, to embrace the virtues of hard work, integrity, patience, and lawful means of livelihood. Addressing the inmates, Omenugha observed that the quest for quick wealth has become one of the major factors driving many young people into criminal activities, causing them to spend their productive years behind bars. He urged the inmates to embrace hard work, discipline, integrity…
By Michael Ovat The Anambra State Police Command, has expressed profound sadness over the discovery of four unconscious children at a residential premises in Umuoduba Village, Ideani, Idemili North Local Government Area of the State. The discovery was made known to Journalists via statement in Awka on Wednesday, by the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga. According to Ikenga, “Upon receipt of the information, the Rescue team led by Police Operatives attached to Ogidi Police station rushed the victims immediately to a hospital for emergency medical attention, regrettably, three of the children were certified dead by medical doctors,…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing how governments around the world deliver public services. From answering citizen enquiries to simplifying access to information and reducing the time required to complete routine processes, AI is becoming an important tool for improving governance. Anambra State is embracing this shift through SmartGov: an AI-powered platform developed by the Anambra State ICT Agency, to make it easier for Ndi Anambra to access government services and information. Rather than navigating multiple websites or searching through different government offices for answers, citizens can simply ask SmartGov questions in plain language and receive instant, relevant responses. Whether…
The Editor As the world begins the ‘World Breastfeeding Week 2026’, the Anambra first lady, Dr Nonye Soludo, has urged women across the country to prioritise exclusive breastfeeding for their babies, adding that breastfeeding is a priceless gift that promotes healthy growth, strengthens immunity, and creates a lasting bond between mother and baby. Soludo, who is the founder of the Non-Governmental Organisation, ‘Healthy living with Nonye Soludo’, said every child deserves the healthiest possible start in life and one of the most powerful ways to make that happen is through quality breastfeeding. She stated this in a press statement she…
By Michael Ovat The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has officially launched the “MAN Industrial Energy Adoption Programme, a landmark initiative aimed at reducing manufacturers’ energy costs, accelerating industrial competitiveness and positioning Nigerian industries for a low-carbon future. The programme was formally launched by the President of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, Otunba Francis Meshioye, during the MAN South East Industrial Energy Solutions and Investment Symposium, held in Awka, Anambra state, on Friday, July 31st, 2026. The Symposium, hosted by the Chairman of MAN, Anambra, Enugu and Ebonyi Branch, Lady Adaora Ogochukwu Chukwudozie, brought together senior government officials, regulators, financiers,…
By Michael Ovat Wife of the Anambra State Governor and Founder of the Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo initiative, Mrs Nonye Soludo, has called on Nigerians to prioritise early detection of lung cancer and adopt healthy lifestyles to reduce the burden of the disease in the country. Mrs Soludo made the call in a statement issued in Awka on Saturday by her Media Aide, Daniel Ezeigwe, to commemorate the 2026 World Lung Cancer Day, observed annually on August 1. She said this year’s theme, “Stronger Together: United for Lung Cancer Awareness,” underscores the need for governments, healthcare professionals, civil society…
By Michael Ovat The Anambra State Police Command has praised itself for arresting two wanted kidnap suspects linked to multiple abduction cases in the state. Spokesperson of the Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this during e press conference, held at the state headquarters in Amawbia -Awka on Saturday. Ikenga said, the arrest is part of a significant operational breakthrough recorded by the Anambra State Police Command in its sustained offensive against kidnapping and other violent crimes. According to him, in the early hours of 27th July 2026, following credible intelligence and painstaking investigations, Anambra Police Operatives attached to the Rapid…
By Michael Ovat The traditional ruler of Umuawulu community in Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra, Igwe Joel Egwuonwu, has called on the state governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo to urgently intervene in the ongoing lingering land dispute between the people of Enugwu and Umuenu quarters of the community. Egwuonwu, who made the called while speaking with Journalists at his Palace on Friday, July 31st 2026, in reaction to allegation level against him of being part of the crisis, accused land grabbers of fueling the crisis against the peace of the town. The monarch said he was compelled to address…
By Michael Ovat The Anambra State First Lady, Dr Nonye Soludo, has celebrated her 56th birthday with a renewed commitment to compassionate service, lifting the less privilege and making every opportunity count. In a personally signed statement released on Friday, Soludo expressed gratitude to God for His unfailing love, to her family, friends, as those whose kindness, prayers, and support have made her life’s journey richer and more meaningful. She thanked residents and other well wishers across the country for their show of love, prayers and solidarity, noting that such support continues to strengthen her commitment to serving with compassion.…