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How Fulani Herdsmen Invaded Ihiagwa Community, Stab FUTO Staff
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Barley one week after the member, representing Owerri Federal Constituency in the Federal House of Representatives, Hon Tochukwu Okere brought the frightening level of insecurity in his constituency before his colleagues in the national assembly, daredevil Fulani herdsmen are said to have again invaded Ihiagwa one of the host communities of the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) and inflicted matchet cut on one Mr Nath Onyeagwalam, a staff of FUTO who is presently battling to stay alive.

It was gathered that Onyeagwalam was attacked along Amaeze-Ihiagwa Road, while coming back from work.

WITCHCRAFT: Anambra Man ‘Arrests’ Owl Flying Late Hours, Vows to Hand It Over to Agụnechemba for Investigation (Video)
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An Anambra man who apprehended an owl flying in the late hours of the night has threatened to hand it over to the new security outfit in the state, Agụnechemba (popularly known as Operation Udo Ga-Achi), for investigation.

This is coming amid the ongoing onslaught by Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo against all forms of crimes and criminal idolatry in the state, in the process of which several suspects have been arrested, leading to a significant reduction in crime rates across the state since after the launch of the new security outfit.

In furtherance of that, the man who recently ‘arrested’ an owl flying late in his community has vowed to hand it over to Agụnechemba for proper investigation over suspected witchcraft.

FRSC Official Kicks Out Anambra Journalist from Media Forum After Exposing Unreported Road Crash That Claimed Lives
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Speculations have always abounded that a great percentage of traffic crashes in Nigeria go unreported or unpublished, mainly due to the absence of official reports from traffic authorities, for reasons best known to them.

This scenario appears to be unfolding in Anambra State, where the Acting Sector Public Education Officer of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), RC Margaret Onobe, unannouncedly expelled a journalist from a media forum for exposing an unreported fatal crash that recently claimed lives and injured many in the state.

South-South women call Akpoti-Uduaghan hero
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South-South women on Friday advised the leadership of the Senate and the Committee on Ethics not to plunge the country into pain and tragedy.

They also applauded the Senator representing Kogi Central, Chief Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for her courage, boldness and contribution to nation-building.

“Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is an hero and a source of permanent and daily inspiration in Nigeria and on the continent.”

The women in a statement in Asaba, capital of Delta State, urged the Senate Ethics Committee not to recommend decisions which have been decided by special interests.

Religious Crisis Looms As Native Doctors Set Submit Names Of Fake Pastors To Agunechemba
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They also contended that the state government has not done the needful of liaison with them to help fish out bad eggs among them hence insisting that it is a calculated attempt at killing the Traditional Religion in Igbo land .

Also speaking one of the members who gave his name as Mazi Chukwuka Nwankwo announced that the body has commenced the compilation of fake Pastors in Anambra state alleging that those fake Pastors frequent their shrines to seek for spiritual assistance aimed at increasing the number of their church congregations .

Group Raises Alarm, Laments Gruesome Murder of 72-Year-Old Man In Imo Oil Community
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The once-peaceful Egbuoma Community in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State has been thrown into chaos following the gruesome murder of a 72-year-old elder, Mr. Nkwutesinanwa Okorie Agubuomu.

The tragic incident, allegedly perpetrated by suspected kidnappers, has sparked outrage and concern among residents and human rights organizations.

In response to this brutal killing, the leadership of the Citizens Grassroot Renaissance and Human Development Initiative (CIGRAHDI), a civil society organization, has strongly condemned the rising violence in the area.

Orji Arrested with Gun in Anambra
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In continuation of its onslaught against criminalities and criminal elements in the state, the operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have arrested one Mr. Orji Chigozie over illegal possession of firearm, among other suspected crimes.

According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Spokesperson of the Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the suspect was arrested during a patrol around the Upper-Iweka axis of Onitsha.

The statement reads: “As part of the intensified security measures directed by the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, fwc MNIPS PhD, operatives of the Anambra State Police Command attached to the Awada Divisional Headquarters conducted a routine foot patrol in identified high-risk areas.

Nnamdi Kanu Speaks From DSS Cell, Claims “Judicial Fraud”
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On 24th September 2024, I decided that I have had enough of taking my chances at getting justice from a judge that, in June 2021, sent me to secret police detention without fair hearing, later refused to transfer me to prison to better prepare for my trial and capped it all by refusing to restore my bail and instead ordered an accelerated trial in the face of the reality that I will never get a fair trial whilst detained at the DSS. These are the major reasons that compelled me to request recusal of the judge and having consented to it, she proceeded to make an order removing herself from my case. That order was never challenged on appeal; thus it remains extant to this day. But instead of the Chief judge of the Federal High Court to do the lawful thing by assigning my case to another judge, he connived with the federal government to eat crow and send my case to a judge that stands recused by a valid order.

Shocking Revelation: US Congressman Claims USAID Funded Boko Haram and Other Terrorist Groups
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During a heated debate on international aid programs, Rep. Perry asserted that a “flawed allocation process” allowed millions in aid to flow into regions controlled by extremist groups. He pointed to several instances where humanitarian funds, intended for legitimate aid purposes, were allegedly misdirected, either through corrupt local governments or ineffective monitoring mechanisms. These funds, Perry suggested, may have indirectly supported groups like Boko Haram, which has waged an insurgency in Nigeria and neighboring countries, leading to mass casualties and displacement.

The People’s Stick – By Enemuo Chinedu Christopher
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The security framework in Enugu is sophisticated and real-time oriented. In contrast, Anambra’s strategy appears to have rigorously identified the root causes of security challenges and the local factors contributing to them. This has enabled the effective deployment of human resources through initiatives such as bounty hunting and loyalty programs, positioning Anambra’s homeland security legislation as a community empowerment tool, the people’s stick.

‘Go To Hell’ – Aggrieved Nigeria Security Adviser, Ribadu Slams Canada For Denying Defense Chiefs Visa
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He said the denial is a clear reminder that the country must “stand on its own, stand strong as a nation and should no longer be taken for granted”.

“Every disappointment is a blessing. Yesterday, I was meant to be in Canada. There’s an event to honour our veterans, those that were injured during battles, and we were meant to be there,” Musa said.

“We were invited with our team. Half has gone and half has been denied. It’s very disappointing.”

Ribadu, who could not hide his displeasure, commended the CDS for speaking about the incident.

“Thank you for the courage to say Canada denied you visas. They can go to hell,” the NSA said.

Thugs Beat Young Man to Death Over Land Boundary Dispute in Anambra
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The incident, it was gathered, happened on Tuesday, February 11, when the key suspect, Ifeanyi, invaded the disputed portion of land with some armed thugs dressed in black and ordered them to go after the victim, Mr. Nonso Onwumbiko, who coincidentally was at the scene at the moment.

It was further gathered that the hoodlums did as they were directed, went after the deceased and started beating him and hitting him with every weapon at their disposal, which resulted to his sudden death.

Confirming this in an interview with this reporter on Tuesday, the only brother to the victim, Mr. Arinze Onwumbiko, said the people abandoned his brother’s cọrpse inside the bush and fled when they noticed that he was no longer breathing.

PDP NWC Affirms Udeh Okoye as National Secretary Following Court Ruling
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At a meeting held on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, the NWC reviewed a detailed memo presented by the Acting National Chairman, which included critical legal documents such as the Declaratory Judgment of the High Court of Enugu, the Court of Appeal’s ruling in the Enugu Division, and legal opinions from prominent counsel, including Dr. Kabiru T. Turaki SAN. After thorough deliberation, the NWC resolved to recognize and uphold the judgment of the Court of Appeal, which declared Udeh Okoye as the legitimate National Secretary of the PDP.

Tinubu May Get Jonathan’s Treatment – El-Rufai
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El-Rufai had been attacking the ruling APC and the policies of the Tinubu government, even as political gladiators across party lines continued to mull the idea of floating a coalition capable of defeating APC.

In the post on X, El-Rufai stated, “It is actually premature to be talking about 2027 elections less than two years into our first tenure, but what is happening in the political arena is forcing me to speak to it, for as they say, ‘a stitch in time saves nine’.

Tension, As Imo Residents Vow To Retaliate Over Killing Of Two Kinsmen In Anambra
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The victims were working on a building project at Owerre-Ezukala when they were killed and labelled as unknown gunmen.

It was reported on Monday that the people of Owerre-Ezukala community in Anambra State’s Orumba South Local Government Area are outraged by the brutal killing of three workers by the state’s security outfit, Agunechemba, who labelled them as unknown gunmen.

The community described the workers, who were from Imo State and Isuofia, Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s community, as innocent. They were in the area for a building project when they were killed during a raid aimed at kidnappers and ritual killers.

Soludo’s Agents Allegedly Demolish NTA’s Property in Onitsha, Brutalize Many Journalists, Others (Video)
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A video from the scene, which has gone viral on social media, also shows a caterpillar pulling down some structures within the axis of the NTA, Onitsha office. The video also shows a crisis scene, a damaged camera on the ground, some injured victims who were said to have been brutalized by the Joint Taskforce who carrying out the demolition exercise, as well as some occupants/owners of the demolished structures.

More Decomposed Corpses Found At 2nd Niger Bridge
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The two corpses were confirmed as a man and a woman with their skulls detached from their decomposed bodies .


It is being suspected by the security outfits that they are victims of Kidnapping who may have been killed by their abductors for either not paying ransom or may have paid but were still killed.

According to the operatives bullet holes were found on their bodies as well as expended cartages of pump action guns suggesting that they may have been shot by their abductors.

Anambra 2025: Ganduje fires APC to unseat Soludo
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Ganduje made these remarks during the commissioning of the new APC State Secretariat Complex in Awka weekend, an event facilitated by Sir Paul Chukwuma, a leading gubernatorial aspirant for the upcoming election.

The gathering attracted key political figures, aspirants, and policy-makers who reviewed the party’s primary processes and strategized for the looming election.

Addressing party leadership and stakeholders, Ganduje emphasized the importance of integrating Anambra into the broader political landscape of Nigeria.

Anambra 2025: APC Aspirants Fight Dirty In Front Of National Chairman, Ganduje
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But for the intervention of security operatives who tried to calm the fraying nerves of the supporters of the aspirants it would have ultimately ended up in a free for all fight among supporters.


The aspirants even made matters worse when they openly threw tantrums at each other and throwing caution to the wind before Alhaji Abdulahi Ganduje and members of the National Working Committee NWC and National Executive Committee NEC of the party present at the occasion.

More than 50 killed in convoy ambush in Mali, sources say
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The attackers struck near the village of Kobe, around 30 kilometers from Gao in a region where affiliates of Islamic State and al-Qaida have been active for over a decade, destabilizing Mali and neighboring Burkina Faso and Niger.

“People jumped out of vehicles to flee. There were many dead and wounded civilians,” the local official said on Saturday, speaking on condition of anonymity due to security concerns.

Up to 56 bodies were recorded at the hospital in Gao, the official said, adding that there also was an unknown number of military casualties.

Man K!lls Elder Brother in Anambra Over Foodstuffs
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Mr. Anthony Kosisochukwu Okafor, a 37-year-old man has reportedly kịlled his elder brother in Anambra State, over matter relating to foodstuffs.

Police authorities in the staff confirmed this in a statement to newsmen on Saturday, adding that the suspect is currently in the police custody.

It was gathered that the incident happened in Adegbe Village of Abagana in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State, where the suspect reportedly used a stick to pierce the chest of the victim (his elder brother, Mr. Emmanuel Okafor, aged 45 years), during argument about using foodstuffs in the house.

Anambra Police Parades 9 Suspected Killers Of Lawmaker Hon Justice Azuka
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Twenty four hours after reports came in that the lifeless body of the Lawmaker representing Onitsha North State Constituency Hon Justice Azuka has been found , nine persons were yesterday paraded by the state Police Command as suspected killers of the legislator.

According to the release by the out going Commissioner of Police Nnaghe Obono Itam while parading the suspects;


*Many of you are aware of the gruesome murder of Hon Justice Azuka, the Honourable State House of Assembly member representing Onitsha North Constituency 1 in the Anambra State House of Assembly who was abducted on 24th December 2024 in Onitsha*

Operation Udo Ga-Achi Allegedly Kills POP Installer in Anambra, Labels Him Gunman (Videos)
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The accusation is coming barely one day after different video clips saturated the social media space, showcasing highlights of the operations carried out by the Agụnechemba at the Owerre-Ezukala community in Orumba South Local Government Area of the state.


Among the items displayed in the videos were “bombs” reportedly recovered by the Agụnechemba operatives when they smashed gunmen camps in the community, dead bodies of some persons killed during the operation, as well as some individuals blindfolded and loaded in a vehicle.

Agunechemba Security Squad Smashes Suspected Kidnappers Den Arrest 9 Persons In Anambra
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The Agunechemba Security Squad in Anambra state yesterday struck at the dens of the Kidnappers at Owere Zukala in Orumba South local government area .

The security outfit which had a joint operation with the local vigilante groups in the area based on information from the natives stormed the town and arrested nine persons alleged to be in connection with series’ of kidnapping and ritual killings in the town .


Also the security operatives recovered motorcycles power generating sets and some arms which were found at the camp of the gunmen.

Decomposing Body Of Kidnapped Anambra Lawmaker Justice Azuka Found At 2nd Niger Bridge
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Azuka was reportedly kidnapped while returning home on Ugwunaobankpa Road in Inland Town, Onitsha.

A combined security team has found the decomposing body of Hon. Justice Azuka, a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly, at the 2nd Niger Bridge.

On Tuesday, December 24, 2024, gunmen abducted Azuka, the representative of Onitsha 1 North Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly.

Azuka was reportedly kidnapped while returning home on Ugwunaobankpa Road in Inland Town, Onitsha.

Trump Cuts Aid To Kenya-Led Haiti Mission As UN Warns Of A Funding Crisis
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The United Nations (UN) confirmed the funding freeze, with AFP quoting Stéphane Dujarric, the UN Secretary-General’s spokesperson, as saying the move would impact USD 13.3 million in pending aid.


“We received an official notification from the US asking for an immediate stop work order on their contribution,” Dujarric told AFP.

The development, which aligns with President Donald Trump’s radical approach to cutting foreign aid, comes just a week after President William Ruto reassured that the US had committed to supporting Kenya’s efforts to tackle gangs in the Caribbean nation.

BREAKING NEWS: Kaduna State Assembly Recommends Investigation of Gov El-Rufai and Key Officials Over Alleged Misappropriation of N423b
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A damning report by the Kaduna State House Assembly has recommended far-reaching actions against Governor Nasir El-Rufai, his top officials, and contractors, accusing them of corruption, financial misconduct, and mismanagement that allegedly resulted in the misappropriation of a staggering N423 billion.

The Assembly’s Committee, which conducted an extensive investigation into the administration of the state from May 29, 2015, to May 29, 2023, has cited several cases of corruption, unlawful financial transactions, and mismanagement of state resources. The findings have prompted urgent calls for legal action.

Burkina Faso issues first AES passport amid regional changes
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On the streets of Ouagadougou, locals express hope that the AES passport will help combat the spread of misinformation about the region. Many are optimistic that the new travel document will provide a clearer picture of their countries’ capabilities and potential.

Cheik Diallo, a graphic designer in Ouagadougou, shared his thoughts on the importance of the AES passport in changing perceptions:

PDP Crisis Deepens: Anyanwu and Wike’s Closed-Door Meeting Exposes Alleged Corruption and Infighting Within NWC
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The political crisis within Nigeria’s main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), is reaching a boiling point as high-level members of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) are accused of corruption, betrayal, and internal sabotage.

A recent closed-door meeting in Abuja between the sacked National Secretary of the PDP, Senator Samuel Nnaemeka Anyanwu, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, has brought to light serious allegations against key figures in the party’s leadership. Sources have confirmed that Anyanwu, who was dismissed following the controversial ruling by the Court of Appeal in December 2024, is now vowing to expose several party leaders, including Acting National Chairman Ambassador Iliya Damagum, National Legal Adviser Kamaldeen Ajibade, and others.

Rwanda Begins Deportation of U.S. Mercenaries and Illegal Miners
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In a bold move signaling Africa’s growing assertiveness on the global stage, Rwanda’s President has launched an operation to deport U.S. mercenaries and illegal miners, sending a strong message to foreign actors attempting to exploit the continent’s resources. The action marks a significant shift in the continent’s relationship with outside forces, specifically the U.S., amidst rising concerns over exploitation and sovereignty.

In a public statement, the Rwandan government emphasized its commitment to safeguarding Africa’s resources, asserting that no foreign nationals would be allowed to undermine the continent’s potential. “This is not just a matter of law enforcement; it’s about affirming Africa’s power and control over its future,” the President declared.

Reports indicate that the individuals being deported had been involved in various illegal mining activities across the country, some linked to U.S. private military contractors operating without proper authorization. The government has vowed to hold accountable those involved in these illegal operations, describing the activities as a threat to Rwanda’s security and national interests.

How we captured 2 suspected kidnappers of Agbasimalo, Anambra LP guber candidate – DSS
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An official of the Department of State Services, DSS, H.A Nwagwu, has disclosed that the use of tracking technology device played a pivotal role in the arrest of one of the suspected kidnappers of Obiora Agbasimalo, governorship candidate of the Labour Party, LP in the 2021 Anambra State governorship election who is still missing.

Testifying as 7th Prosecution Witness (PW7) before Justice C.N Mbonu-Nwenyi of Anambra State High Court sitting at Nnewi at the resumed hearing of conspiracy and kidnap charge preferred against two accused persons, Chukwudi Odumegwu and Maxwell Nwokolo, Nwagwu insisted that without the tracking technology, the accused persons now standing trial would not have been detected, arrested and charged for prosecution.

He told the court that DSS had from the onset, intensified efforts after it was notified of the kidnap by interviewing the principal suspects and witnesses, including Mrs. Eucharia Agbasimalo, wife of the victim.

Unemployment Crisis Deepens as President Tinubu Extends Tenure of Inspector General, Stalling Promotions for Hundreds of Officers
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The extension of the IG’s tenure has caused a ripple effect across the force, impacting the career progression of over 100 senior officers who were expecting promotions. These officers, many of whom have diligently served for years, now face indefinite delays in advancing their careers as long as the current IG remains in power. Their hopes for recognition and career development have been dashed by what many perceive as an act of favoritism and nepotism.


For those caught in this situation, time is running out. Many officers are set to retire at the same rank they have held for years, their aspirations for growth and advancement thwarted by a political decision that some argue reflects a troubling disregard for merit-based promotion within the force.