By Chuks Collins, Awka
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The Anambra State Police command has stepped up it’s community policing teachings with interaction with schools

The package includes personal/corporate safety, and crime prevention strategies.

The Command while engaging the students and their school authorities on Tuesday, 11th February 2026, in an interactive session focused on school safety, personal security awareness, and crime prevention.

During the season the Assistant Commissioner of Police (Operations Department) Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Oruru Harrison enlightened the students of Sacred Heart Academy Ifite Ogwari, in Ayamelum Council area of the State on the dangers of cultism, drug abuse, bullying, cybercrime, and other social vices.

He emphasised the importance of vigilance, responsible conduct and prompt reporting of suspicious activities in and around the school premises.

The Command encouraged students to imbibe positive relationships with law enforcement agencies and reassured them of the readiness of the police to respond swiftly to distress calls and security concerns affecting educational institutions.

The Police command also urged school administrators to strengthen internal security measures and maintain close collaboration with security agenciesbso as to proactively address potential threats.

The Command remains steadfast in its resolve to safeguard schools and create an enabling environment for academic excellence across the State.

The Executive Chairman of Enugu South Local Government Area, Dr. Caleb Onyema Ani, has has welcomed members of the council’s Forest Guard following their completion of a 10-week intensive security training programme in Osun State.

Addressing the officers at the council headquarters, Ani described the training as a significant step in strengthening grassroots security structures and enhancing the operational capacity of personnel tasked with safeguarding local communities.

The officers underwent rigorous instruction at Ila Orangun, as part of a state-coordinated initiative designed to bolster tactical proficiency, intelligence gathering, and coordinated response mechanisms.

The Enugu South contingent, led by Sector Commander Okechukwu Ugwu, formed part of a larger group of approximately 1,040 forest guard personnel drawn from political wards across Enugu State.

The programme focused on modern security strategies, surveillance operations, and techniques aimed at addressing criminal activities, particularly within forested and rural environments.

Ani commended the officers for their discipline, resilience, and dedication, noting that their willingness to undertake demanding training outside the state reflected a deep sense of responsibility and professional commitment.

He characterised the successful completion of the programme as a milestone in the ongoing efforts to reinforce the security architecture at the local level.

Caleb Onyema Ani, Chairman of Enugu South Local Government Area, addressing members of the Forest Guard at the council headquarters.

According to the chairman, the training initiative underscores the government’s proactive approach to tackling evolving security challenges.

He expressed confidence that the enhanced knowledge and tactical skills acquired by the officers would translate into improved vigilance, more effective patrol operations, and strengthened protection of forests and vulnerable communities.

Emphasising the collaborative nature of security management, Ani reiterated that ensuring peace and safety requires sustained synergy among federal, state, and local authorities, as well as active engagement with community stakeholders.

He urged the officers to remain professional, vigilant, and community-oriented in the discharge of their duties, stressing that public trust remains fundamental to the success of security operations.

The chairman also acknowledged the leadership of Ugwu throughout the training period, encouraging him to ensure the effective deployment of the knowledge gained.

He advised the officers to uphold the highest standards of conduct, discipline, and service delivery.

Reaffirming the council’s support, Ani pledged to provide the necessary logistical and operational backing to enable the Forest Guard perform optimally.

He assured the officers of continued motivation and institutional support, recognising the critical role they play in maintaining law and order.

The reception concluded with renewed assurances from the officers to intensify their efforts toward safeguarding lives and property, as well as sustaining peace and security within Enugu South Local Government Area.

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….Lilu, Orsuihiteukwa seek FG, States intervention

By Clems Iheme, and C Collins. who was at Orsuihiteukwa/Lilu

Two Anambra and Imo states communities bordering each other -Lilu (Ihiala LGA) and Orsuihiteukwa (Orsu) respectively have raised the alarm over recent more killings in their communities.

The outcry led by youths of these neighboring communities specifically fingered a previously booming location unfortunately baptized ‘Murder Valley’ by the gunmen as the main black spot and operational base of the murderous gangsters who have extinguished every form economic lives, decorum, and sanity but replaced it with the guns, and language of the jungle where might was power.

The location named Udeke by their ancestors according to history was renamed by these hoodlums as it has sadly became a spot where they do the absurd. They reportedly rape, rob, kill, maim and carry out human sacrifices for years now.

The Orsuihiteukwa Youths/the young-at-heart in the community led by Orsuihiteukwa Gadinma Ozo took select team of local/foreign based journalists, historians, anthropologists and documentarians to see things for themselves.

While addressing the visitors, the spokesperson for the community who gave his name simply as “Chukwuebuka”, noted that he’s presently keeping his full name under cover now for obvious security reasons said they were tired of running away from their homeland.

Chukwuebuka, like Lilu in Ihiala Council of Anambra State, lamented that “it was indeed doubtful if the Imo State governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma and the State Assembly still recognized Orsuihiteukwa and other neighbouring communities now daily soaked in blood as part of Imo State.”

He bemoaned the sad situation where the historical popular Eke Ututu market which hitherto drew patrons from all corners of the world become a wild forest in the last six years when insurgency started in the area.

Barrister Chukwuebuka told the visitors that majorly two villages of Orsu and Uda were the worst hit as almost the entire residents were driven out of their ancestral abode.

Moreso, all the major access roads, farmlands, bushparts, etc have been laced with deadly landmines. And needs military sweep as it has been decimating unsuspecting natives.

Toeing the same line of Lilu who intermarried, attends schools, churches in each other’s community asked the State government, ‘Is Orsuihiteukwa still part of Imo State? Where has our share of revenue allocation, appointments and other democracy dividends been going?

According to a resident who mustered enough courage to speak to the visiting team, the Federal and two States governments have failed us and our children.

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has commended Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, for his administration’s support to security agencies, saying it has strengthened operations and improved safety across the state.

Aneke spoke on Thursday during a courtesy visit to the governor at the Government House, Enugu, as part of his working tour following his appointment by President Bola Tinubu.

He said the sustained cooperation between the Enugu State Government and the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), alongside other security agencies, had enhanced operational effectiveness and contributed to the relative peace and stability in the state.

According to him, the visit was also aimed at deepening collaboration to ensure Enugu remains secure and attractive for business and investment.

The CAS praised the pace of development under the Mbah administration, noting that the visible transformation of the state was evident even before landing.

He described the governor’s leadership as transformative and forward-looking, adding that Enugu had recorded significant changes compared to his previous visits.

Responding, Governor Mbah described Aneke as a distinguished son of Enugu State who had served the nation with honour and professionalism.

He praised the Air Force chief’s commitment to national security, recalling his prompt interventions in support of security efforts in the state.

The governor acknowledged the strong partnership between the state and Air Force personnel deployed in Enugu, noting that joint operations had led to the dismantling of criminal hideouts and the restoration of safety in previously threatened areas.

Mbah disclosed that locations once prone to criminal activities were being converted into large-scale farm estates, in line with the administration’s strategy of linking security with economic productivity.

He assured the Nigerian Air Force of the state government’s readiness to expand collaboration, including support for resettlement homes, agricultural projects and other initiatives for officers and personnel.

The governor also commended the Air Force leadership for renewed momentum in tackling insecurity nationwide, pledging sustained cooperation to ensure lasting peace and inclusive development in Enugu State.

The Chairman of Udenu Local Government Area, Aka Eze Aka, yesterday, launched a renewed crackdown on insecurity, announcing a ₦5 million reward for credible intelligence leading to the arrest of kidnappers operating in the council.

A high-level security summit, held behind closed doors, brought together senior security stakeholders, including the Enugu State Commissioner of Police represented by the DC Operations, Itobore Gregory, the CSO to the Governor, the Udenu Area Commander, the DPO Obollo Afor, and presidents-general of select town unions.

Delivering the Commissioner’s message, the DC Operations issued a strong warning to criminal elements to vacate Udenu and the state, assuring residents of the Police Command’s commitment to restoring peace.

The Chairman of the council, Aka Eze Aka said the bounty was aimed at encouraging community-led intelligence sharing, stressing that the fight against insecurity must be collective.

He unveiled a dedicated hotline: 08076045030 for reporting credible information.

In a related move, the Chairman announced a shake-up in his security advisory team. Hon. Hillary Egbeigwe, formerly SSA on Security, has been reassigned to Transport, while Mr. Godwin Chukwuma Ogbuagu has been appointed SSA on Security.

Sources said the summit reviewed existing strategies and adopted new measures to strengthen surveillance, deepen inter-community collaboration, and enhance rapid response capacity.

Residents were urged to remain vigilant and support ongoing efforts to stamp out criminal activities in Udenu.

By lFEANYI NDUKWE (SAINT), AWKA

In what appears to be one of the most assertive security declarations under the Soludo administration, Prince Ken Emeakayi, Special Adviser to the Governor on Community Security, has issued a bold directive to Agunechemba operatives to take over every criminal hideouts in Anambra and take the fight straight to the perpetrators.

The announcement followed a high-level briefing with the leadership of Agunechemba, a grassroots security outfit increasingly recognized for its growing influence in rural defence operations.

During the meeting, Emeakayi acknowledged the group’s early victories particularly the disruption of youth-driven kidnapping rings that had terrorized several communities.

He described the new operation as a strategic escalation, engineered to “silence the criminals” and dismantle all forest camps used by armed groups. The task, he stressed, is not merely reactive but intentionally offensive.

One of the most distinctive features of the current security drive is the boost in logistics and technology made possible by Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo.

Emeakayi disclosed that Agunechemba now operates with advanced surveillance cameras, earth-moving machinery for dismantling hideouts, enhanced mobility support and coordinated reinforcement from police authorities.

These resources, he said, are clear evidence that the State Government is not treating community security as symbolic but as a priority instrument of public policy.

In a formal statement released from Awka and signed by Comrade Nweke Nweke, Media/Publicity Secretary of Agunechemba, Emeakayi expressed profound appreciation to Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu.

He highlighted the CP’s “unwavering support” and the synergy that has helped displaced residents return safely to their communities after months of violent disruptions.

Emeakayi’s remarks grew notably stern as he addressed parents and guardians whose children may be involved in criminal networks.
He emphasized that the new operational strategy rolled out in this period of Yuletide is designed to flush out criminals with precision.

“We are no longer waiting for kidnappers to strike. We are advancing into their hideouts. If you know your child is hiding in the forest, bring him home. No responsible person chooses to live there,” he warned.

Emeakayi’s leadership style reflects a blend of stern enforcement and humanitarian awareness, spotlighting his reputation for discipline, data-driven coordination, and grassroots consultation.

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…..vows to cleanse Anambra of fake prophets after re-election

By Dr. Chika Ejimnkeonye, Awka

Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has once again proven he is not one to shy away from controversy or confrontation. In what many have described as his boldest political statement yet, the Anambra State Governor reportedly told his campaign strategists that no religious institution or cleric made him governor and that it was the will of the people, backed by former President Muhammadu Buhari’s democratic structure, that brought him to power.

At a closed-door campaign appraisal meeting held in Awka last weekend, Soludo was said to have spoken with unshaken confidence about his chances in the November 8, 2025 governorship election.

The Governor, renowned for his frankness and intellectual courage, told his inner circle that he would win again without the Church’s endorsement, insisting that his achievements across the state were enough to guarantee him victory.

“In 2021, most of these Bishops and priests supported Val Ozigbo. Yet, I won clearly. I don’t need any Church endorsement to win. Ndi Anambra will re-elect me because they’ve seen what I’ve done,” Soludo reportedly boasted.

The Governor, a former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) boss and globally respected economist, has built a reputation for being fearless and pragmatic; traits that continue to shape his leadership style.

Prof.Soludo in the same breath, reportedly expressed discontent with certain religious figures whom he accused of “turning the church into a business enterprise.”

He likened some priests and pastors to self-acclaimed miracle workers such as Akwa Okuko Tiwaraki, Onyeze Jesus, and others who were previously arrested for misleading the public with claims of miracle money and ritual practices.

According to sources at the meeting, Soludo vowed that after securing re-election, he would launch a statewide moral and spiritual sanitization campaign that would tackle both fake herbalists and fraudulent “men of God” who exploit the desperation of the people.

“After dealing with the fake Okeite Dibias, I will also face the fake pastors and prophets who use church platforms and false miracles to extort Ndi Anambra. Our state needs cleansing,” the Governor was quoted as saying.

The Governor’s comments come amid rising tensions between the state government and sections of the Catholic clergy. Some priests, including the controversial Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Obinma, popularly known as Ebube Muonso, have in the past criticized Soludo’s policies and endorsed opposition candidates during election periods.

However, Soludo’s latest statement has ignited fresh debates on the proper boundary between religion and governance in Anambra. Many political observers argue that the governor’s bold stance reflects a new era of political independence; one that seeks to separate spiritual influence from state affairs.

Not everyone within the governor’s inner circle, however, shares his sentiment. A senior APGA stakeholder and close associate of the governor who pleaded anonymity described the comments as “unfortunate and unsettling,” especially given the Catholic Church’s historical role in mobilizing support for Soludo’s 2021 victory.

“As a Knight of the Catholic Church, I felt deeply disappointed. The church hierarchy should be respected, not attacked. The governor might have good intentions, but his choice of words could hurt relationships that matter,” the source said.

The source called on the Church to remain united and prayerful in its decision-making as the election season draws closer.

Despite the backlash, Governor Soludo’s confidence remains unshaken. Although, his administration has recorded notable strides in infrastructural renewal, rural development, education, and security reforms. From the reconstruction of long-abandoned roads to the revitalization of schools and the fight against insecurity, the governor believes that his “performance scoreboard” is the best campaign manifesto.

He has urged his campaign team to “focus on the grassroots,” asserting that the real power lies in the hands of the people not the pulpits.

“Let’s campaign with our works. Ndi Anambra knows the difference between performance and propaganda. Bishops and GOs have one vote each, just like every citizen,” he claimed.

Analysts say Soludo’s latest outburst may be part of a calculated strategy to project independence and conviction, painting him as a governor who answers only to the people. Whether this political gamble strengthens his re-election bid or stirs a backlash from the powerful Christian establishment remains to be seen.

But one thing is certain: Prof. Soludo’s voice has once again set the tone for a heated political and moral debate in Anambra State. His words, bold and unfiltered, continue to reinforce his image as a reform-minded leader determined to rebuild the state from the ruins of superstition, corruption, and hypocrisy.

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By Tobias Ekirika, Onitsha

The Ogbogu Market, Bridge Head, Onitsha, Anambra State, has commissioned a 500KVA transformer to boost power supply within the market and its environs.

The market they said had been witnessing epileptic power supply for a long period due to the collapse of their former transformer, which was worn out, and could no longer serve the market.

While commissioning the transformer on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at the market premises, Special Adviser to Governor Charles Soludo on Trade and Market, Chief Everistus Uba, commended the traders in the market for the feat they achieved, and said that it would benefit traders in the market and their customers.

He words, “This transformer will help ensure constant electricity supply within the market and its environs, and will help traders recharge their appliances and also preserve certain drugs that need to be constantly refrigerated.

“I want to thank Mr. Chukwuleta Ndubuisi and his market for providing this transformer on behalf of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC). I am saying so because, it is the EEDC that supposed to provide this transformer, but it is now the other way round; but it is for the benefit of the market.”

In his speech, Caretaker Chairman of the market, Mr. Chukwuleta Ndubisi, said that the market procured the transformer because, it needs constant and quality electricity supply due to the nature of their business.

He said, “Our former transformer, which was 300KVA was procured a long time ago. It has been overused, and developed faults every now and then, so that it can no longer serve the market. Through the consent and support of traders in this market, we’re able to procure another one.”

The chairman said that when he came in, the market was faced with problem of electricity, and his executive mobilized fund, purchased wires and cables and rewired the entire market, and also fixed the former transformer to ensure regular power supply, before it finally broke down.

“When I came in, there was this challenge of water supply in the market. But we quickly dug borehole, installed overhead tanks and reticulated water in all areas of the market.

“Before our administration assumed office, security personnel in the market had no befitting office, but we got a place, built their office and equiped it. We also put water system toilet facility there to ensure their comfort.

“Sometime ago, leadership of this market organized a weeklong medical outreach. During the exercise, we engaged the services of 6 lab scientists, 9 nurses, and six medical doctors. We offered lab tests, gave out drugs and treat patients. Over 600 traders benefited from the medical mission free of charge. Previous leadership did not achieved this feat. It was the success of the medical mission that attracted a health post to this market.”

He also said that his executive always mobilize over 200 bags of rice every Christmas season, which he said, are shared among office workers, former chairmen, and elderly people in the market.

On his assessment of Governor Soludo’s achievements, Mr Ndubisi strongly hailed Soludo’s leadership, and assured that traders in the market are ready to support his second term aspiration.

According to him, “The Ogbogu Market is strongly supporting Mr. Governor because of his giant strides in the development of Anambra State.”

He enumerated Niger Street, Silas Works, PH Road, and Zik’s Avenue as some roads within the market area, which he said was not motorable before the governor intervened and fixed them.

He criticized those challenging Soludo’s re-election, describing them as money mongers, who want to grab power for the sake of the money, and finally assured that traders in Ogbogu Market would do everything within their power to ensure victory for Soludo in their different wards and polling units.

“When this market had problem with NAFDAC, and it was shutdown in February this year

By Ekelaka Magnus.

The Apex sociocultural organization known as the Ohanaeze Ndigbo has re-terated its position to call on Mr. President, Ahmed Bola Tinubu and the Federal Government to release the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, according to them Kanu have stayed in detention for too long.
The National President of the organization Sen. Azuta Mbata represented by the National Vice President Prince Okey Nwadinobi, Sen. Mbata opined that, “As long as Nnamdi Kanu remains behind bars, Ndigbo remain behind bars. So, as this request gets to Mr. President today, we believe he will do the needful and release him,”

The National President of Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, Senator Azuta Mbata, also hinted why 29th September is marked world Igbo day and it’s significant to the Igbos, he said on 29th September, 1966, a development that formed part of the reason the Nigeria/Biafra war was fought, “We’re here today, not in celebration, but in commemoration; to remember thousands of our brothers and sisters, who were gruesomely massacred on 29 September, 1966, in the northern Nigeria; as well as some others killed in similar manner before and during the war. Our collective prayer is that the blood they shed for the survival of the Igbo nation and its people shall not be in vain, today, we can boldly say that we stand for one united Nigeria. Ndigbo have sacrificed so much for the development and survival of this project called Nigeria. We also ask that we be integrated and treated as part of the Nigerian nation. We do not request for preferential treatment. We asked that Ndigbo be given its rightful place in the country.”

On his part, Governor Charles Soludo has also joined in calling Mr. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the release of the leader of the indigenous people of Biafra (IPOB) Mazi Nnamdi Kanu who has been in the DSS detention for many years now.
Soludo who recounted that when Nnamdi Kanu was first arrested under the administration of former President Mohammadu Buhari, he was the first person who led a delegation to visit the IPOB leader at the Kuje Prison; adding that he also wrote a letter to the former president buhari to release him, “Today, again, I join my voice with those of Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, and other well meaning Nigerians, to still request of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to graciously hear our prayers and release Nnamdi Kanu,” he said.

Gov. Soludo said it was time for the Igbo to reflect on their past and chart a new path, stressing that they have a significant stake in the Nigerian project. “We must begin the search for a new Igbo land. The time has come for us to have an honest conversation and collaboration with both regional and international blocs about our future.”

The governor while commending Ohanaeze Ndigbo for designating September 29 as a day to honour those who lost their lives in the pursuit of nationhood described the remembrance as “a solemn and necessary step towards healing and reflection.”
The governor also warned against agitation for conflict, saying those who witnessed war would never wish it upon the people again.
“For those craving for war, it is because they never saw one and do not know what it looks like. Those who truly saw war will never pray for such to befall Igbo land, Nigeria, or any nation,” he noted.

He called on Ohanaeze to take a stronger stance against insecurity in the south-east while leading a moral rebirth anchored on Igbo values such as integrity, hard work and enterprise, “We need the cleansing of Igbo land to revive and promote our value system. Ohanaeze must rise up and lead this moral transformation,” he added.

The governor, however, condemned “criminals,” who in the name of fighting for igbos emancipation, live in the bush, and from there, kidnap and torment their brothers and sisters in Igboland; stressing that such is not what Igbo people are known for.

In the meantime, the Chairman of Anambra State traditional rulers council, and Paramount ruler of Obosi ancient kingdom in idemili North Local government area, Igwe Chudubem Iweka, has again conferred a Chieftaincy title of “Oku Ne Nye Ife Ndigbo” on Anambra State Governor, Charles soludo on behalf of other monarchs in Anambra State, The title, if translated, means “He that Brings the Light.”

The Monarch who conferred the title on Mr. Governor during the 2025 world Igbo day celebration on 29 September in Awka organised by the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide with the theme “Onye Aghana Nwaneya” said the governor deserve it due to his tremendous developmental transformation in his administration in the state, according to the Monarch, “Anambra has been Home for All until it later became “Light of the Nation.” He emphasized that the state started shining brighter as true light of the nation when Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo became governor. This, he said, necessitated the title bestowed on him,
“He came in with light, and the light begin to shine in Anambra State, Anambra State used to be in dark but today I can boldly say that the state has seen the light and this light must continue to shine until we decide we don’t need it anymore” the Monarch hinted.

In an exclusive interview with the National Secretary of the Association of past president general, Anambra State (APPAS)
Dr. Sir. Amali, Anthony-Mary Chukwudozie (Ozo Gidigbamgidigbam Nando) Former PG Nando Community said Mazi Nnamdi Kanu did nothing wrong in agitation against the marginalization of the Igbos in Nigeria compared to others that were detained and later released. “I don’t understand why his own case has become different. I’ve asked this question several times, If our father who is Mr. President would listen to our calls and release him, Igbo people will be happy. Release of Nnamdi Kanu will bring relief to the Igbo nation and Nigeria in general; and cases of insecurity associated with his continued detention will also die down.” He said:

In the same development, the deputy president general of Association of past president general (APPAS) 179 communities of Anambra State, Nze Ezeomenyilioha Basil Osuokwu, advised that Igbo people should learn from the theme of the 2025 World Igbo Day celebration which is “Leave No One Behind,” or “Be Your Brothers’ Keeper.”

The deputy P.G who expressed worry that apart from the persecution suffered by Igbo people in the hands of Nigerians, the same Igbo people came back and started killing themselves by way of armed robbery, kidnapping, and living in the bush to disturb people. “That is not the way of life of Igbo people,” he said, igbos are known for their love for one another, their resilience and entreprenural spirit. Igbo don’t make their money through false means.”

He also asked Igbo traditional rulers to verify people’s sources of livelihood before bestowing titles on them to avoid giving chieftaincy titles to criminals.