Anambra State
Coverage of Anambra State in the Nexus archive.
- Anambra excludes murder, kidnapping, GBV suspects from plea bargain initiative
Anambra State has introduced a plea bargain initiative that excludes suspects of murder, kidnapping, armed robbery, and rape. The arrangement applies to all offenses under Anambra State laws except these specified crimes.
- Nigeria: Peter Obi Names Education, Health As Most Critical Sectors of Any Nation's Economy
Peter Obi emphasized that education and health sectors are the most critical components of any nation's economy. He made the remarks as a presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
- Teacher accused of flogging student to death surrenders to police
A teacher accused of flogging a 12-year-old boy to death in Adazi-Ani, Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State, has surrendered to police following a launched manhunt.
- Man remanded for alleged rape of his daughter, 14
A man has been remanded in court after being arraigned for the alleged rape of his 14-year-old daughter in Awka, Anambra State. The case was heard before the Gender Magistrate Court.
- 2027: Peter Obi might not survive to contest for the presidency
Peter Obi mentioned in a 2027 presidential contest context during a podcast interview with Chude Jideonwo, which was shared on Facebook. The interview was posted on Wednesday.
- Court grants Peter Obi leave to serve Kenneth Okonkwo by substituted means
A court granted Peter Obi permission to serve Kenneth Okonkwo through substituted means. Obi filed an N8 billion lawsuit against Okonkwo for alleged defamation.
- VIDEO: How woman disguised as nurse attempted to abduct newborns
A woman disguised as a nurse attempted to abduct newborns at Divine Mercy Hospital in Awada, Anambra State. The incident occurred at a private facility in Idemili North Local Government Area.
- Native doctor facing trial for ritual practices gets N50 million bail
A native doctor arrested in March by the Agunechemba vigilante group in Anambra State and arraigned on five counts of alleged ritual practices has been granted N50 million bail.
- ‘I won’t retract my words,’ Kenneth Okonkwo replies Peter Obi’s N5bn lawsuit threat
Peter Obi threatened to file a N5 billion lawsuit against Kenneth Okonkwo if he failed to retract allegations, pay compensation, and apologize. Okonkwo stated he would not retract his words.
- Soludo’s blind and bright spots, By Osmund Agbo
Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo assumed office as Governor of Anambra State in 2022 with a strong resume and widespread goodwill, particularly in the South-East region. The article highlights his formidable credentials and the public's anticipation for his success.
- Kenneth Okonkwo reacts to Peter Obi’s N5bn lawsuit threat
Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, has threatened to file a N5 billion lawsuit against Kenneth Okonkwo if he does not withdraw allegations against the NDC candidate, pay N5 billion in compensation, and issue a public apology within seven days. The threat was reported by Premium Times Nigeria.