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UNCERTAINTY AS ANAMBRA ELECTS NEW GOVERNOR TODAY

This general view shows a partially deserted street in Onitsha, Anambra State, south-eastern Nigeria, on November 5, 2021, on the eve of a governorship election in a ballot being widely anticipated as a barometer for the country’s 2023 presidential vote. Voters in the restive southeastern Nigerian state of Anambra go to the polls on November 6, amid a massive police deployment, in a key test of electoral credibility ahead of a presidential race less than 18 months away. More than 30,000 police h

Anambra: Valentine Ozigbo Withdraws from ANAFEST Chieftaincy Citing Political Tensions

AWKA, Anambra — In an unfolding situation that appears to be deeply entrenched in political undercurrents, Valentine Ozigbo, a key figure in Anambra State, has declined a prestigious chieftaincy title. Initially scheduled for October 7, 2023, at the Anaocha Local Government Headquarters, Mr. Ozigbo was to be honoured with the title of “Enyi Oma Anaocha” at the Anaocha Festival (ANAFEST 2023) However, reports suggest that the event has become a hotbed for political tensions, with some elements at

VALENTINE OZIGBO TO ADDRESS ANAMBRA COMMUNITY IN KEYNOTE ADDRESS AT ASA-USA CONVENTION

ATLANTA, USA - Valentine Ozigbo, a respected Nigerian business leader who is a 2021 Anambra Gubernatorial Candidate, is set to address an esteemed audience of Ndi Anambra in the US as they gather at the Anambra State Association USA (ASA-USA) National Convention 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia this weekend. Set to witness a compelling line-up of discussions, tournaments, and sessions from October 12 to 14, 2023, the theme for this year's convention is 'Unity, Progress, & Transparency: Making a Differe

ANAMBRA 2025: ANAMBRA NORTH DECLARES SUPPORT FOR VALENTINE OZIGBO

ONITSHA, Nigeria - Leaders of political parties and the people of Anambra North, on Saturday, April 13, 2024, pledged their unwavering support for Mr. Valentine Ozigbo ahead of the 2025 Anambra Governorship election. The well-attended interactive session held at Onitsha, presented Mr. Ozigbo with a glaring moment to appreciate the unalloyed support of the good people of Anambra North towards Mr. Peter Obi's Presidential movement and success regardless of the eventual outcome. In his opening rema

Two Anambra Civil Servants Petition Soludo over Unlawful Arrest, Defamation by Director

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Head, Backduty Audit & Investigations, Anambra Internal Revenue Revenue (AIRS), Mr. Francis T. Ezenwa has called for justice the immediate remediation of damages caused to his image and the violation of his human rights by the Executive Director of Operations, Dr. Christian Madubuko. This was contained in a copy of petition obtained by this reporter, Izunna Okafor, over his recent arrest facilitated by Dr. Madubuko, as well as some viral publications that recently tre

Another Maltreated Child Rescued in Anambra by NGO

By Izunna Okafor , Awka A group, known as the Save and Secure the Child Initiative, the Campaign against Child Abuse in Nigeria has rescued a six-year-old child, Chiagozie Nwobodo, from the hands of her father who confessed of flogging her with a matchet and inflicting her with heavy wounds as a result of the matchet cuts, leading to multiple sores all over the girl's body, in addition to a broken leg. The 44-year-old man, Hyginus Nwabodo, who is a native of Ezinifite, in Nnewi South Local Gover

Fake Onowu, Others Incite Crisis in Anambra Community, Villagers Call for Intervention

By Izunna Okafor, Awka In line with the age-old dictum that “Intimidation is a mask worn by those who fear your potential”, the people of Amakor village in Nanka, Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State, have called on the Anambra State Governor, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, to intervene over gross intimidation, anti-peace, and destructive activities being meted out to them by the leadership of the community and some money bags in the community. The villagers made the call in a pre

Transfer of Nweke from Correctional Centre to Unknown Destination: Anambra Community Raises Alarm

By Izunna Okafor , Awka . The leadership of Abba Community in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra have raised an alarm over the unannounced whisking away of an indigene the community, Chief Pius Nweke, from the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCS), Onitsha Correctional Centre, where he was remanded, to an unknown destination. The President-General of the Abba Town Union (A.T.U.), Mr. Ekwuagana Alexander, raised the alarm in a press release issued to newsmen in Awka, in which he also noted tha

Proposed flyover : Anambra govt orders demolition of structures on right of way

Proposed flyover: Anambra govt orders demolition of structures on right of way Guardian Nigeria Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has directed property and shop owners on proposed Ekwulobia Flyover right of way to immediately evacuate, as construction would begin soon. •Activist alleges demolition of wife’s house Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has directed property and shop owners on proposed Ekwulobia Flyover right of way to immediately evacuate, as construction would begin soo

BREAKING:Valentine Ozigbo Dumps Labour Party, Signals New Political Direction for Anambra.

BY ETTAH EMMANUEL O AWKA, Nigeria — Valentine Ozigbo, a 2021 governorship candidate in Anambra State, has resigned from the Labour Party (LP), marking a significant shift in the state’s political landscape ahead of the next electoral cycle. In a move that had been the subject of speculation for weeks, Mr Ozigbo formally submitted his resignation letter on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at a Labour Party stakeholder meeting in Awka, the state’s capital. The multiple-award-winning global CEO, known

IT'S TIME TO RESCUE ANAMBRA': VALENTINE OZIGBO'S CLARION CALL AT ANAMBRA NORTH POLITICAL GATHERING

' ONITSHA, Nigeria — At the All Saints Cathedral Field in Onitsha, on December 16, 2023, a gathering of political figures and supporters marked a pivotal moment for Anambra's future. The Save Nigeria Coalition Grand Reception and Homecoming, honouring Labour Party-elected officials in the 2023 general elections, turned into a rallying cry for change, led by Valentine Ozigbo, the 2021 Anambra Gubernatorial Candidate who is one of Nigeria's most recognisable philanthropists. The event, which celeb

Philanthropist Valentine Ozigbo Lights Up Anambra's Future Tech Leaders with Decagon Institute Visit

BENIN, Nigeria — Valentine Ozigbo, a titan of Nigerian business and philanthropy, set the halls of Decagon Institute in Benin City, alight on Sunday, November 19, 2023, as he paid a mentorship visit to the Anambra Future Tech scholars sponsored by his non-profit, VCO Foundation. The Anambra Future Tech scholars, beneficiaries of Mr Ozigbo's VCO Foundation's financial guarantee, were inspired and encouraged to chart a bright path for themselves. In the event that blurred the lines between a corpo

VALENTINE OZIGBO JOINS APC, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO A BRIGHTER ANAMBRA

ETTAH EMMANUEL O AWKA, Nigeria - Valentine Ozigbo, a respected business leader and 2021 Anambra Governorship Candidate, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nigeria's ruling political party. In a statement, the VCO Campaign Organisation stated that this move by Ozigbo occurred on Thursday, February 20, 2025, when members of APC in Amesi Ward in Aguata Local Government Area, visited his home. "The Valentine Ozigbo Campaign Organisation wishes to officially announce that Vale

Fake title, Dunukofia Congress denies Emeka Udenka (LUCKY GARDENS PROPERTY LTD)

The Apex Dunukofia socio-cultural organization and highest decision making body known as Dunukofia National Congress on 9th August 2023 denied conferring the tittle “ Onyinyechukwu nyelu Dunukofia” to one Mr. Ishmael Emeka Udenka. The Congress made up of statutory delegates and 5-man delegates representing each of the six towns of Dunukofia Local Government Area in a congress passed a resolution that Mr Emeka Udenka should immediately desist from bearing the title as no body under them recogniz

Enugu-Otu Progressive Forum Donates State-of-the-Art Health Centre to Anambra Community

By Izunna Okafor, Awka A wave of jubilation swept through Enugu-Otu Aguleri as the long-awaited Enugu-Otu Aguleri Comprehensive Health Centre was finally unveiled to the public. This milestone achievement was the result of the unwavering determination and collective efforts of the Enugu-Otu Progressive Forum (EPF), a 21-member group comprising representatives from each of the seven villages in Enugu-Otu. The journey to establish this vital healthcare facility began in 2019 when the EPF embarked

'AN ICON, OUR FATHER IS GONE': VALENTINE OZIGBO MOURNS FORMER ANAMBRA GOVEROR, DR CHUKWUEMEKA EZEIFE

AWKA, Anambra - In a profound loss to the nation, Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeife, former Executive Governor of Anambra State, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at the Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, at the age of 87. Chief Rob Nwakaire Ezeife, in a statement on behalf of the Ezeife Dynasty, announced the passing of Dr. Ezeife, stating, "This sad event took place yesterday at 6pm." He described Dr. Ezeife as "our most distinguished son" and provided details of his influential career, including

Happy Easter to Ndi Anambra By Valentine Ozigbo

It is with joy that I send you my sincere greetings and blessings as we celebrate this year’s Easter, a day that commemorates the resurrection, from the dead, of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is a day we celebrate the most important gift of God which He bestowed on us through the death, burial, and resurrection of His Son, Jesus Christ. This symbolizes our Father’s ultimate sacrifice for us by sending his one and only begotten son, to die for the atonement of our sins. This day marks our Saviour Jes

ANAMBRA CENTRAL DRUMS SUPPORT FOR VALENTINE OZIGBO

Nigeria - In a glittering event held at Grand East Hotels, Awka, on Friday, April 5, 2024, Valentine Ozigbo, a prominent Nigerian business leader and philanthropist, convened an interactive meeting with stakeholders from various wards in Anambra Central in the quest for better Anambra. Mr Ozigbo opened his remarks by thanking the stakeholders and good people of Anambra Central for coming out en masse despite short notice and from across various parties. While speaking at the event, he assured th

Val Ozigbo Clarifies Stance on Community Leadership and Governance in Anambra State

Recent comments circulating on social media have misrepresented the statements made by Mr. Val Ozigbo regarding the selection and election of local leaders in Anambra State. It is crucial to address these distortions and clarify Mr. Ozigbo's actual position to prevent any further misunderstandings. Mr. Val Ozigbo has immense respect for all individuals, irrespective of their educational or professional backgrounds. Any claims suggesting that he referred to town union presidents or community lead

VALENTINE OZIGBO JOINS APC, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO A BRIGHTER ANAMBRA

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. AWKA, Nigeria - Valentine Ozigbo, a respected business leader and 2021 Anambra Governorship Candidate, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nigeria's ruling political party. In a statement, the VCO Campaign Organisation stated that this move by Ozigbo occurred on Thursday, February 20, 2025, when members of APC in Amesi Ward in Aguata Local Government Area, visited his home. "The Valentine Ozigbo Campaign Organisation wishes to officially announce that