Anambra
Coverage of Anambra in the Nexus archive.
- Three dead, four injured in truck accident in Anambra – FRSC
Three people died and four were injured in a truck accident in Anambra. The crash involved seven male occupants, with three fatalities and four sustaining serious injuries.
- Abia govt warns new health workers against extortion, absenteeism
The Abia government has warned new health workers against extortion and absenteeism. Healthcare professionals from states like Enugu, Anambra, Gombe, Rivers, Ebonyi, and Ogun were among those recruited.
- How Tinubu is rebuilding South-east to heal wounds of civil war – Soludo
Soludo praised Tinubu for approving two federal roads in Anambra as part of efforts to rebuild the South-east and heal civil war wounds. The approval was communicated to Soludo via a message from the Presidency.
- How Tinubu is rebuilding South-east to heal wounds of civil war – Soludo
Soludo praised Tinubu for approving two federal roads in Anambra to aid the rebuilding of the South-east region and heal civil war wounds.
- Soludo seeks restructuring, backs state police, judicial reforms
Anambra Governor Soludo advocates for federal restructuring, supports state police and judicial reforms, and criticizes the current revenue allocation formula for not aligning with increased state responsibilities.
- Anambra approves three-month tax waiver for business owners
Anambra state has approved a three-month tax waiver for business owners. The Commissioner for Information and Value Reformation, Law Mefor, disclosed this in a statement in Awka.
- Mother hails Anambra free maternity scheme after delivering triplets
Onyinyechi Ndubuisi delivered triplets at Okpoko General Hospital in Anambra under the state's free maternity healthcare program. The mother praised the initiative, which covers antenatal, delivery, and maternal care.
- Why Anambra does not need a second airport, By Chukwuemerie Uduchukwu
The article argues that Anambra does not need a second airport, as the decision is based on aspirational narratives of future industrial growth rather than current traffic data. It cautions that claims of job creation from the new airport are exaggerated, noting that construction jobs are temporary and permanent operational roles are limited.
- Obi to Nigerians: Don’t lose faith in electoral process
Mr. Obi urged Nigerians to register to vote in the upcoming election and not lose faith in the electoral process. He made the call during a visit to Continuous Voter Registration Centres in Anambra.
- Abia, Anambra commit to peaceful resolution of boundary disputes
Officials from Abia and Anambra states, along with National Boundary Commission representatives, traditional rulers, and stakeholders met in Awka to address ongoing boundary disputes. The group committed to a peaceful resolution of the issues.
- Lawyer sues federal govt over ‘oppressive’ military checkpoints in South-east
A lawyer has sued the federal government over military checkpoints in the South-east states, accusing personnel of extorting, harassing, and intimidating road users. The checkpoints are located across Enugu, Anambra, Ebonyi, Imo, and Abia states.
- Police foil possible child trafficking involving newborn baby
Police in Anambra foiled a possible child trafficking case involving a newborn baby. The police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement shared with reporters in Awka.
- Anambra Boosts Tech Sector: N80 Million Invested in 80 Startups, 400 Professionals Graduate
Anambra State has invested N80 million in 80 startups, with 400 professionals graduating as part of efforts to position the state as Africa’s Silicon Valley. Governor Mr. Soludo emphasized the initiative is driven by a strategic imperative to secure the state’s future.
- Ex-NAPTIP DG condemns assault of 10-year-old boy in Anambra, seeks justice
The Ex-NAPTIP DG has condemned the assault of a 10-year-old boy in Anambra and called for justice. The incident is described as a violation of the child's rights and dignity.
- Anambra health insurance agency urges improved care, prompt treatment for patients
The Anambra health insurance agency has urged healthcare facilities to improve patient care and ensure prompt treatment. It emphasized that good customer care can increase hospital patronage and capitation, supporting institutional growth.
- Anambra trains 480 interns with tech skills
Anambra trained 480 interns in tech skills, including 300 robotics trainees, 100 internet service provider engineers, and 80 startup graduates at a ceremony in Awka. The event took place at the new Government House in the city.
- Anambra to expand telemedicine services for improved healthcare access
Anambra state plans to expand telemedicine services to enhance healthcare access. Commissioner for Health Afam Obidike announced this during a meeting with doctors managing the telemedicine services in Awka.
- Reps caucus leader tackles Oshiomhole over Peter Obi’s security record as governor
The Reps caucus leader challenged Mr. Oshiomhole's claims about Peter Obi's security record as Anambra governor. Oshiomhole alleged that the Bakassi Boys operated unchecked during Obi's tenure, contributing to increased kidnapping and lawlessness in the state.
- Insecurity: More soldiers to be deployed in Anambra soon – Soludo
Governor Soludo announced plans to deploy more soldiers in Anambra to address insecurity during the third anniversary celebration of the Eighth Anambra House of Assembly in Awka on Friday.
- Nigeria: Police Chief Decries High Rate of Violation of Widows' Rights in Anambra
Nigeria's Police Chief has criticized the high rate of violation of widows' rights in Anambra, noting that some in-laws focus on inheriting property and wives while neglecting the deceased's children. The issue highlights concerns about the treatment of widows and their children in the region.
- Anambra to include bicycle lanes in road designs – Commissioner
Anambra state will incorporate bicycle lanes into road designs to promote cycling as a primary transportation method and improve rider safety, as announced by Transport Commissioner Eddy Ibuzo.