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Nigeria: Anambra Govt Approves N9.72 Billion for Erosion, Road Projects

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

An official said Governor Charles Soludo's administration affirmed its intention to start the Anambra Rebirth Programme, a project aimed at changing people's behaviour to restore the Igbo values of integrity and hard work.See the Story

Awka · Awka

Accidental Discharge: Policeman Shot Dead by 10-Year-Old Son in Awka

Coverage: 2 sources

A police inspector, Mr Amaechi Okolie, has been shot dead by his 10-year old son, after he pulled the trigger of a loaded rifle assigned to his father.See the Story

Africa · Oslo

INTERVIEW: How I Use AI to Promote Food Security

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Donald Iheaturu is a lecturer at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, and a farmer who uses technology to promote food security in his environment. In this interview, Mr Iheaturu shares insights on how the development impacts his career. The post INTERVIEW: How I use AI to promote food security – Farmer appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.See the Story

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Tackling Security Challenges: CP Orutugu Hosts Oko Polytechnic Rector, Others Days After Cult Attack

By Izunna Okafor, Awka As part of the push and strategies towards enhancing security lives and property in Anambra State, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has received the Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Dr. (Mrs.) Chioma Irene Amuzie, alongside the State Head of Federal Establishments, Mr. Chijioke Okechukwu, in his office at […] The post Tackling Security Challenges: CP Orutugu Hosts Oko Polytechnic Rector, Others Days After …Property · AwkaRead Article

Tony Ezike Accuses Soludo of Targeting Ekwunife, Warns Against Political Intolerance — Akelicious

A fresh wave of political tension has emerged in Anambra State following allegations leveled against Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, accused of orchestrating a targeted campaign of intimidation and harassment against Senator Uche Ekwunife, CON. In a strongly worded statement signed by Tony Ezike, Special Adviser on Media & Publicity, the Soludo-led administration is accused of fostering an environment of hostility towards opposition figures, p…Awka · AwkaRead Article

Man robs gym-restaurant of ₦1m generator, gets arrested after going back there to eat

GistReel A Nigerian man has exposed how a thief who stole a generator worth ₦1 million from a gym-restaurant was arrested after foolishly returning to the same place to eat and have fun. The story was shared in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, by user @mr_cjayerus. According to him, the suspect initially visited the establishment—Candles, located in Agu Awka—posing as someone interested in gym membership. After surveying the environment, …Awka · AwkaRead Article

‎AANI Hails President Okafor on Birthday Anniversary

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎The Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI) on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, paid glowing tribute to its President, Ambassador Emmanuel Obi Okafor, mni, describing him as “a distinguished statesman, visionary leader and beacon of national unity,” as he marked his birthday anniversary. ‎ ‎By Chimezie Godfrey ‎ ‎The Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI) on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, paid glowing tribute to its P…Awka · AwkaRead Article

Many UNIZIK Students May Quit Over New School Fees Penalties

By Izunna Okafor, Awka Considerable number of students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, may drop out or defer their studies, following the recent imposition of penalties by the University Management on late payment of school fees henceforth. This follows a directive contained in an internal memo from the office of the Acting Registrar of the […] The post Many UNIZIK Students May Quit Over New School Fees Penalties appeared first on 247 Urepor…Awka · AwkaRead Article

Decriminalize ‘Tips Money’ in Nigeria Workplaces — US-based Foundation Urges Govt

By Our Correspondent Tilova 4 Africa, an American-based Charity Foundation has called on Federal and State Governments to decriminalise giving and receiving of tips in Nigeria. Mr. Martin Nwabueze, Co-founder of Tilova 4 Africa made the call at a news conference in Awka on Sunday. Nwabueze described ‘tip money’ as a financial reward voluntarily […] The post Decriminalize ‘Tips Money’ in Nigeria Workplaces — US-based Foundation Urges Govt appeare…Awka · AwkaRead Article

NGO Launches AI App to Combat Voter Apathy, Misinformation - Voice of Nigeria Broadcasting Service

A non governmental organisation known as Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI) has unveiled a web platform called NaijaElections, to assist in addressing misinformation and voter apathy during elections. The organisation had identified voter apathy and low participation in electoral processes as enablers to rigging and poor governance in Nigeria. Executive Director of the organisation, Bukola Idow, who unveiled the web platform, NaijaElections, d…Artificial Intelligence · AwkaRead Article

Soludo's gov't slammed over media attack on APC's candidate, Ukachukwu - THE AUTHORITY NEWS

By Abbanobi-Eku Onyekachi, Abuja The Ikukuoma Campaign Organization has condemned recent publications by some fifth columnists aimed at launching a vitriolic attack on Prince Nicholas Chukwujekwu Ukachukwu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate in the forthcoming Anambra State gubernatorial election. In a press release from Chuddy Brass Nwankwo, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Brass Links Media Consult, Awka and made ava…Awka · AwkaRead Article

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