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The Anambra State Police Command has ordered the detention of three police inspectors over allegations of corruption and professional misconduct.

The directive was handed down by the State’s Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, who also ordered the immediate commencement of internal disciplinary proceedings against the officers in line with established procedures of the Nigeria Police Force.

According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the officers were apprehended following credible allegations that they forcibly searched a citizen’s phone during a routine patrol and went further to extort money from the unsuspecting victim.

The statement noted that the Commissioner personally interrogated the officers and expressed deep disappointment over their conduct, describing it as shameful, unprofessional, and a complete betrayal of the ethics of policing.

“CP Orutugu frowned at the poor character exhibition of how they accosted an unsuspecting member of the public during a security patrol, forcibly searched his phone and extorted from the victim,” the statement reads in part.

While condemning the misconduct in strong terms, the CP emphasized that the Nigeria Police Force is a disciplined, transparent, and accountable institution that will not condone any form of abuse of office, corruption, or unprofessional conduct among its personnel.


He further described such behaviour as a serious setback to the Police Force’s broader reform agenda and a dangerous breach of public trust that undermines the relationship between officers and the citizens they are sworn to protect.

“Such anomalies, aside from negating the professional calling of the Police, are unacceptable, as they affect the entire execution of policies and directives, thereby widening the trust gap between the citizens and the Force,” the statement concluded.

The Police Command reassured the public of its zero-tolerance stance on misconduct and reiterated its commitment to upholding professionalism, accountability, and integrity across all levels of policing in the state.

Sparkles Tent CEO Converge Billionaires at Daughter's Traditional Marriage in Onitsha.

The Commercial City of Onitsha was abuzz with excitement as the biggest traditional marriage event took place and brought together the crème de la crème of Igbo society.

The event, a spectacle to behold, was the traditional marriage of the daughter of Chief Mrs Amaka Ezechiedo, renowned event guru.

The massive event was held on the 25th May, 2025 at Exclusive Fitness Centre, Federal Housing Estate, 3-3, Onitsha, Anambra State.

From the organization, it was certain that no expense was spared to host the grand celebration, with the best hands in event planning from decoration to catering service engaged to create an unforgettable experience.

The tent and decorations handled by Sparkle Tent and Davis Event were truly out of this world .

The assorted refreshments were provided by an impressive lineup of the best caterers in Igboland, including Madam Big Ben, Maranatha, Fresh Garden, Nkoli, and Edge Kitchen,Genesis Grills and MRT Herbal Tea which was on hand to quench the thirst of guests.

The rhythmic beats were courtesy of DJ SlimV, while popular gospel singer Ada Zion and another popular highlife musician,Anyi Dons, treated the crowd to electrifying performances.

Skit Maven ,Chief Imo, and Celebrity Onitsha hype man, MC Zanzino added color to the event with their voices .

Who's who in Igboland that attended the traditional marriage include prominent traditional rulers such as Igwe Gerald Mbamalu (Eze Ojoto), Igwe Sir Ben Emeka (Igwe Umueri) Igwe Igboukwu, and Igwe Ezinifite .

Politicians, business leaders, and dignitaries in attendance include, Dr Mrs Ada Chukwudozie (Chairman, Keystone Bank)Dr Kevin Chukwumobi(Apams) , Comrade Pius Njoku(Pillars Energy)Chief Tony Okonkwo(Okpataozuora, CEO, Dreams Cosmetics)Hon. Uche Okonkwo (Rep. Idemili North & South), Pharmacist Sam Ubachukwu (Mkpu Ogiliga, CEO, Megachem) Hon. Ebuka Igwe (House of Assembly Idemili South), and Hon. Ikenna Ofodeme (House of Assembly Ekwusigo)

Other notable guests include Chief Ebuka Onunkwo (Chairman, Seahorse) and Nwabueze Umeh, among others.

Speaking after the event,Chief Mrs Amaka Ezechiedo thanked the guest for honoring the family with their esteemed presence at the daughter's traditional marriage.

"I'm very happy to be so honored by your presence at my daughter's traditional marriage. Most of you flew all the way from UK Lagos and Abuja just to grace this occasion.we do not take it for granted, and this is saying that we appreciate this solidarity, " she said.

How We Brought Telemedicine to 326 Rural Health Centers in Anambra — 24Telemed Co-founder.


Dr. Mariette Obianozie-Amadi, a distinguished physician has shed light on how they developed and successfully deployed telemedicine services across 326 primary healthcare centers in all 21 local government areas of Anambra State, a groundbreaking medical revolution and transformative healthcare initiative that is silently transforming access to quality healthcare in rural communities and quietly reshaping the rural medical landscape in Nigeria at large.

In an exclusive interview with this reporter, Dr. Obianozie-Amadi, who holds a PhD and MBA in Healthcare Management, narrated a deeply personal and inspiring story behind her passion for rural medicine, and why she chose to pursue a cause many others considered either too complex or unsustainable. This deeply personal backstory, she said, inspired her journey into medicine and eventually birthed 24Telemed.

According to her, the journey did not just begin in a hospital or boardroom, but began with a family tragedy. She stated that the death of her mother was a pivotal moment in her life.

Although she went on to become a trained medical doctor with diverse experience in clinical practice and healthcare management, she said that the COVID-19 pandemic further ignited her decision to tackle one of Nigeria’s most glaring healthcare challenges, which is access to quality healthcare in rural communities.

This realization, combined with her growing interest in telemedicine, gave birth to 24Telemed,a social enterprise focused on deploying and managing telemedicine programs to bridge medical gap in hard-to-reach rural communities.

Unlike urban-focused models, 24Telemed directs its skills toward communities that are often off the grid both figuratively and literally.

In September 2022, in partnership with the Anambra state ministry of Health, a centralized tele hub was launched by his excellency Governor Soludo which marked the beginning of 24Telemed foot print in the state. By January 2025 Anambra state telemedicine service was deployed in 326 primary healthcare centers across the state, ensuring that each local government area was covered.

She further stated that the deployment wasn’t simply about installing devices or apps, but far beyond that, as it involved setting up full-scale, well-tailored, context-specific, and community-friendly telemedicine services that enable rural dwellers and patients in hard-to-reach areas to consult specialist doctors and access specialist medical services remotely via local health workers, without having to travel miles away to the urban cities or spend money they don’t have.
When asked how her team overcame obstacles associated with rural health innovation in Nigeria, such as poor infrastructure, lack of digital literacy, and resistance from local staff, Dr. Obianozie-Amadi mentioned that “ resilience, tenacity, strategy, stakeholder engagement, and adaptability.”

She also acknowledged the active support of the Anambra State Ministry of Health, especially during the implementation and deployment phase, and thanked the ministry of health in making the project a success.
Looking ahead, she revealed that 24Telemed’s vision is to expand to other rural areas in Nigeria and ensuring that a child in any rural area can connect with a doctor just like a child in Victoria Island.

Dr. Obianozie-Amadi passionately called for more investment in rural telemedicine, especially from development partners, philanthropists, and governments.

“Telemedicine is a necessity, especially in hard-to-reach rural communities where people have no other medical option. If we really want to solve the medical access crisis, we have to scale innovations like this.

With telemedicine service now operational in every part of Anambra State, the narrative of healthcare access in rural communities is gradually shifting from despair to hope, from distance to connection, and from avoidable deaths to affordable care,bringing quality healthcare to the doorstep of the rural population.

How Onitsha Trader Was Traced To Delta State For Illicit Drug Manufacturing.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has discovered and raided an illicit drug factory in Delta State owned by Ekene Igwe, one of the major traders at Ogbo-Ogwu Bridge Head Drug Market, Onitsha, Anambra State.

The fake factory is located in a three-story uncompleted building belonging to Ekene Igwe, a fake drug producer, now at large

The Agency arrested Blessing Igwe, the wife of the fake producer, and seized illicit drugs and injectables produced in the factory

The building is located at Azagba Ogwashi near Issele-Azagba in Delta State Capital Territory. The ground floor is used as the factory for the production of the illicit drugs and injectables, as well as a residential apartment.

Babatunji Omoyeni in charge of NAFDAC Investigative and Enforcement of Federal Taskforce for South-South and South-East, took his team and journalists to the fake factory on Tuesday where Blessing, the wife of the prime suspect, was arrested.


The prime suspect is now at large but the team also profiled some other occupants of the uncompleted building.

According to Omoyeni, the Agency had successfully tracked a drug shop at Ogbo-Ogwu , Bridge Head market, in Onitsha where illicit drugs produced are sold to unsuspecting buyers.

He disclosed that the seizures at the illicit drugs factory included a big drum containing vials soaked in liquid substance, adulterated drugs, rebranded expired drugs including large quantity of chloroquine phosphate 322 mg/5ml, petazine injection 50mg//2ml, gentamycin injection 280mg/2ml and many other contraband injectables with new labelling.

He said the Agency recorded the breakthrough following a tip off from concerned members of the public

He noted that efforts had been intensified to track the prime suspect, adding that the arrested wife of the culprit would be arraigned before a competent Court for trial and prosecution over her level of involvement in the illicit drug business.

Martins Iluyomade, NAFDAC’s Director for South East Zone, revealed that the said the building used for the illicit drug manufacturing and relabelling of expired drugs would be sealed off.

He expressed sadness for the country and the kinds of things that are playing out.

“Only God knows how many people that have died from consumption of the illicit drugs produced by these merchants who are looking for money at all cost, and perpetrating these heinous crimes using all manners of avenue including inciting the public against what NAFDAC is doing; using ill gotten money after killing a lot of people. Nigerians need to be very vigilant.

The prime suspect at large is one of the major traders at Ogbo-Ogwu Bridge Head drug market in Onitsha whom has been in this illicit drug business.

“What these drug merchants have done since they knew that Ogbo- Ogwu Market is no longer safe for their illicit drug business, they have moved out to neighbouring places like Asaba in uncompleted buildings, relabelling injectables that expired far back seven years ago

“‘This issue of illicit drug business has been on for several years, and there has not been any solution.

“This time, NAFDAC is coming forward with solution to make sure that Nigerians are safe, and we are able to safeguard the health of the public”, Iluyomade said..

Fadaella Biscuit Brand Celebrates Nigerian Prodigy, Joshua Beckford on Children's Day.

Fadaella Foods Ltd., makers of Fadaella Oatmilk Biscuit, has celebrated Joshua Beckford, the Nigerian-born child prodigy who made history by becoming the youngest person to attend Oxford University at just six years old.

Joshua Beckford, now around 13 years old, is a talented Nigerian whose story is a source of inspiration to every Nigerian child. By 10 months old, Beckford could identify letters and numbers. At age two and a half, he could read fluently using phonics and had begun learning Japanese and Mandarin. Aspiring to become a neurosurgeon, Beckford has demonstrated remarkable medical knowledge, mastering complex surgical procedures using the Microsoft Surgery Simulator.

Beyond medicine, Beckford is multi-talented, excelling in art, Information Technology (IT), sports, and foreign languages. In 2017, he was named Positive Role Model of the Year at the UK's National Diversity Awards. The Illumination Foundation of North Carolina also listed him among the Top 30 Most Extraordinary People worldwide who have made a societal impact.

Beckford serves as an ambassador for the Boys Mentoring Advocacy Network (BMAN), a non-governmental organization dedicated to mentoring young boys and adolescents in Africa. He also serves as the face of the National Autistic Society's Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) campaign, having been diagnosed with high-functioning autism himself.

In 2019, Beckford and his father traveled to Nigeria to launch a live mentoring session, delivering a keynote speech at the University of Lagos before an audience of nearly 5,000 people. Their visit aimed to raise funds for building a secondary school in Kaduna State, providing education to children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

On why the company celebrated Joshua Beckford, Mr. Peter Nwachukwu, CEO of Fadaella Foods Ltd., stated that the company celebrates young Nigerian prodigies to motivate and inspire other children and showcase the country's talent. "Celebrating our talented young people reflects our company's corporate social responsibility and brand values, which focus on empowering young people and nurturing future leaders and innovators," he said.

Mr. Igboaka further reiterated that the company is working on developing online and offline programs where these talented Nigerians will have the opportunity to inspire fellow young people.

Last year, during the International Day for Achievers, the company celebrated five young exceptional Nigerians for their accomplishments at a very young age. They include Ifebube Benson, Joshua Agbola, Nkechinyere Umeh, Hawawu Mustapha, and Stephanie Onusiriuka. The company donated cash prizes and laptops to some of them.

Benue Couple Narrates How they Built Anambra's Fastest Growing Restaurant, Opened 12 Outlets in 13 Years.

A Benue couple, Hon. Peter Abayol and Pastor Mrs. Ifeoma Abayol, has opened up on their entrepreneurial journey, detailing how their fast food venture — Chillis Foods —survived the odds and blossomed across Nigeria, with Anambra State proving to be their most receptive and fertile ground for growth.

In what can best be described as a journey fueled by passion and sustained by grace, the couple recounted how they have continued to leave a delectable imprint on the food and hospitality industry through their thriving culinary enterprise

In an exclusive interview, Pastor Mrs. Ifeoma Abayol, who hails from Enugu State by birth but is married to Hon. Peter Abayol from Benue State, narrated how her deep love for good food and the desire to serve quality meals in a serene environment spurred the idea of venturing into the fast food industry over a decade ago.

According to her, she often found herself disappointed by the quality of food served at most restaurants, which rarely met her taste standard. This recurring dissatisfaction, she recalled, rather than dissuade her, ignited a vision in her, gradually inspired and stirred up a desire in her to start something different — a food business that would replicate the delicious and satisfying taste of homemade meals.

Though the ambition was clear and the vision compelling, translating these into reality came with enormous challenges. Faced with the daunting task of executing what she described as a “gigantic project”, they had no financial muscle to start, while several banks turned down their requests for funding, insisting they lacked the necessary structural framework. Undeterred by rejection, however, she leaned on faith, resilience, and passion to stay the course.

“That made us go back to our savings, borrowed money from close friends and sold one or two properties that we acquired back then to start the business. So it was a very tough beginning but thank God for where we are today,” she recounted.

She revealed that the venture officially kicked off on May 19, 2012 with just one outlet, while two years later, they opened a second branch, and by 2021, Chillis experienced an explosive expansion, launching three additional branches in a year. That, according to her, marked a significant milestone in the journey, as it reinforced the brand’s growth and its acceptance by the public. As at May 2025, thirteen years after kick off, Pastor Abayol, said Chillis Foods has already built twelve branches across various states in the southeastern region and beyond.

Speaking on some of the major challenges she has encountered, she pointed to staff management as a persistent issue. She explained that the fast food sector typically witnesses high staff turnover, which they have not been exempted from. However, she further noted that as the business grew, it became easier to manage such transitions, since replacements could be made more seamlessly without disrupting operations.

In her words, what has sustained the business is not just consistency in operations but also consistency in taste. Many customers, she said, commend Chillis Foods for its home-like nature, which she considers one of their strongest selling points.

Interestingly, while many businesses struggled or shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic, Pastor Abayol said Chillis Foods witnessed what she described as an “uncommon breakthrough.” According to her, with limited dining options available due to lockdowns then, many customers turned to Chillis for their food needs. That period, she observed, was both surprising and rewarding for the brand.

Pastor Abayol also shared insight about their expansion into Anambra State, which she said has been remarkably positive. She said from the construction phase to full operations, the people of Anambra showed strong support and warmth reception, which, she noted, contributed to the smooth establishment and growth of the business in the state.

“When it comes to warm reception, I’d say Ndi Anambra has done well… So, I give it to Anambrarians anywhere, anytime because they are so good to Chillis and they are the reason why we are here, and if you notice, majority of our branches are situated here,” she stated.

She further revealed that they source all their food items locally within the state, which not only reduces cost but also supports the local economy and farmers.

Recounting some of their impacts, Pastor Abayol proudly shared that the business currently has over 400 staff members on its payroll, which she described as one of her greatest joys, knowing that hundreds of homes are being sustained through her dream.

Her words: “We have over 400 people working with us and these are men and women with families. So being able to put food on their table is a thing of joy. Seeing that through you, they are able to earn a living is a thing of joy and that’s what we intend to achieve and by the grace of God, we are doing that.” These, she added, motivate her to keep going, even in the face of heavy losses and tough days.

Speaking further, she noted that one of the recurring operational challenges is the loss of perishable goods due to poor handling or mistakes by staff. At times, she lamented, such losses run into millions of naira. Nonetheless, she pointed out that festive periods such as Christmas bring in increased patronage, which helps the business recover from such setbacks and end the year on a high note.


Narrating how the business started , She said, “My husband was working in a bank and when we got married, he asked me what I wanted to do and I have always had the passion for cooking so I told him that I wanted to go into fast food business.

“Being a young man who loves his wife, he wasn’t really comfortable with my decision as he wanted me to work in a bank or other corporate organizations.

“It wasn’t in a bad light he objected for my going into the food industry, he just wanted more for me but I told him that it is what I really wanted, and I wasn’t really thinking about the money then; but with the way I was going about it, my husband decided to support me since I wasn’t talking about anything else aside fast food business. The truth is that we actually started it together.”

She emphasized the importance of growth, both personally and professionally, noting that she constantly enrolls in trainings and educational sessions, because, in her view, “once you stop learning, you start dying.” She also noted that branding has played a major role in building the business, pointing out that they invested in radio advertisements and other platforms from the early days to make Chillis a visible and relatable brand.

Beyond food, she explained that Chillis Foods now also provides event halls for weddings, conferences, and other social gatherings — a move aimed at diversifying their services and creating an all-in-one experience for customers.

She added that balancing her many roles as a wife, mother, businesswoman, and pastor has not been an easy ride. However, she believes that divine backing has been her greatest strength.

“When God gives you a vision, He also gives you the wisdom to pursue it,” she stated, revealing that the vision itself instills discipline, structure, and a sense of responsibility that enables one to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

To young women and others aspiring to start their own businesses, the Chillis Foods Co-founder encouraged them not to let anything, especially fear or lack of capital, kill their vision, but to start in any little way they can, no matter how big or distant the dream may seems.

She also stated that she draws encouragement from other women in business, especially those who work harmoniously with their husbands. That kind of partnership, she said, gives her hope and reflects the beauty of mutual support in marriage and entrepreneurship.

When asked what defines a real woman in her view, Pastor Abayol said any woman who achieves success without sacrificing the peace and unity of her home is a real woman, emphasizing that women must learn to find balance between career and family, because both are essential to a fulfilling life.

On a lighter note, she revealed that contrary to what many might assume, she is not all about work, but also a lover of good music and and good dancer too.

Ultimately, Pastor Abayol attributed everything she has achieved to the grace of God. She was quick to emphasize that divine help has been her anchor through it all. While others may downplay the role of spirituality in business, she remains unapologetically convinced that God’s hand has been her greatest asset.

JAMB Emergency Exam Indicative Of Nigeria As a Failed State - Ohaneze

Following the technical issues reported by the Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB) that affected a total of 379,997 candidates across 157 centres, primarily in Lagos and the South-east.

The Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC), the apex socio-cultural youth organization of Igbo youth worldwide, ably led by Comrade Igboayaka O. Igboayaka, has described the Nigerian state as a failed entity.

Comrade Igboayaka, speaking to the press on Friday 16th May 2025 ruled out the emergency exam scheduled by the Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB) on Friday, 16th May 2025, characterizing it as evidence that Nigeria was designed to fail by its British creators.

Rescheduling the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) within 72hrs, after JAMB Registrar Is-haq Oloyede apologized and admitted errors, demonstrates Mr. Oloyede's insensitivity and Nigeria State over the hardship faced by Nigerians.

Given the prevailing economic difficulties in Nigeria as masterminded by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's tenure, it is considered insensitive for Mr. Oloyede to place additional pressure on parents to arrange logistics for their children with limited notice.
It's essential that Mr. Oloyede consider the voice of reason and cancel the emergency exam scheduled for 16th May 2025, awaiting the completion of WAEC Exams by students.

I respectfully urge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to rescue Nigeria from this international shame and embarrassment and terminate the appointment of JAMB Registrar, Mr. Oloyede, with immediate effect.

The manipulated mass failure orchestrated by Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB) against Igbo students in Southeast and Lagos has become a historical precedent where Igbo are perceived as potential victims in Nigeria.

This outcome and deliberate Exam fraud by Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB) has further justified the stance of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), who pursued the creation of a new nation for the Igbo people through non-violent means, advocating for the state of Biafra.

I have always maintained that "it's very easy to use legs and cross the Atlantic Ocean, but it's a destiny and life threatening task to be an Igbo man in Nigeria. Nigeria was created for the victimization of Ndigbo" Igboayaka O Igboayaka stated.