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Land dispute: Umuawulu community petitions Anambra AG, seeks release of case file
By Sunny A. David, Awka
The people of Umuenu Quarters in Umuawulu Community, Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra State, have petitioned the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Tobechukwu Nweke, SAN, over an!-->!-->!-->…
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Governor Soludo declares state of emergency on environment as Anambra marks 35th anniversary
By Sunny A. David, Awka
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has declared a state of emergency on the environment, warning that the growing challenges of gully erosion, flooding and land degradation pose a serious threat to!-->!-->!-->…
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Mixed bag for Anambra State at 35, says Offodile
By IfeanyiChukwu Afuba
An Executive Director of Nigerian Maritime, Administration and Safety Agency, (NIMASA), Chudi Offodile, says erosion and environmental issues, low internally generated revenue, soaring house rent and brain drain!-->!-->!-->…
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87-year-old building set to boost Igbo-Ukwu’s cultural tourism potential
By Sunny A. David, Awka
The renovation of an 87-year-old storey building in Igbo-Ukwu, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State, is expected to enhance the community’s status as a major cultural and heritage tourism destination,!-->!-->!-->…
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Two dead in separate incidents as nri title holder is shot, trucks collide on Awka-Enugu expressway
By Sunny A. David, Awka
Tension has gripped Nri community in Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State following the killing of a prominent traditional title holder, Oba Maduka Arubaluezeama, popularly known as Oba Muozuluaru.
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Anambra Police arrest suspect over alleged murder, neutralise two kidnappers in separate operations
By Sunny A. David, Awka
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the alleged murder of a 56-year-old man in Awkuzu, Oyi Local Government Area, while its operatives have also neutralised two!-->!-->!-->…
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Erosion: Anambra govt tells communities to take action before seeking intervention
By Sunny A. David, Awka
The Anambra State Government has urged communities facing erosion and flooding to take proactive measures to address environmental problems in their areas before seeking government intervention.
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JEZCO’s release: Why Bishops, traditional leaders and communities have rallied around him
By Sunny A. David, Awka
The visits by Catholic bishops, clergy, traditional rulers and other well-wishers to Chief Joseph Ezeokafor, popularly known as JEZCO, following his release from captivity are a reflection of the deep solidarity!-->!-->!-->…
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Senator Umeh seeks federal intervention as flood ravages Ogidi communities
By Sunny A. David, Onitsha
Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, Chief Victor Umeh, has called for urgent Federal Government intervention following severe flooding that has affected parts of Ogidi in Idemili North!-->!-->!-->…
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Police arrest 49-year-old man with pump-action gun, 50 live cartridges in Anambra
By Sunny A. David, Awka
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 49-year-old man, identified as Chima Ogumba, following the recovery of a pump-action firearm and 50 live cartridges in Idemili North Local Government Area of the!-->!-->!-->…
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