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IPOB Disowns Ihiala, Orsuihiteukwa gunmen, blame FG, States' inactivity

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 By Clems Iheme, and C. Collins who was in Orsuihiteukwa   .... youths cry out, seek flush out  Feb 13, 2026 A new and shocking twist has been added to the pervading insecurity rocking two Anambra and Imo States neighbouring communities. The Lilu community in Ihiala Council of Anambra State and Orsuihiteukwa communiy in Orsu Council of Imo State have been held down and their economic life wrecked by intense insecurity in the past six years. The gunmen, before now had been posturing and passing off that they were members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) or the Biafra Security Network (BSN). But the IPOB spokesman, Emma Powerful in a Press Statement yesterday denied that these murderous group has anything to do with IPOB. Comrade Powerful in response to media inquiry on their involvement in the prolonged insecurities in Lilu and her neighbour of Orsuihiteukwa in Imo State noted that, "IPOB has been consistent in saying that we are not involved in the insecurit...

Police nab hotel owner, recover gun, drugs on premises

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By Chuks Collins, Awka  Feb 12,2026 Police in Anambra State have arrested three men in connection with unlawful possession of firearms and some hard drugs. The suspects include 39-year old Mr Ifeanyi Ibeabuchi, 26 year old Mr Abdullahi Shaibu and 18 year old Mr Obah Chima for unlawful possession of a firearm and involvement in illicit drug activities at Uke, Idemili North Council area of the State. According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer(PPRO), SP Ikenga Tochukwu, Operatives attached to Rapid Response Squad acting on credible information in the late hours of February 9, 2026 stormed a motel located in Uke where the criminals were arrested.  The statement disclosed that "during a search, one Jojef pump action gun with breach number 21SA-0724, loaded with three live cartridges was recovered at the scene.  "Also, Mr Ifeanyi confessed to the crime as investigations led to the arrest of the other two suspects and the recovery of substances suspected to ...

GRASSROOTS HEAVYWEIGHTS STORM NWOKEABIA’S RESIDENCE IN STRATEGIC SHOW OF SUPPORT

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The political atmosphere in Enugu State intensified on February 11, 2026, as the residence of Dr. John Nwokeabia became the epicenter of a remarkable grassroots convergence. What was initially described as a “friendly visit” by leaders from Udi and Ezeagu Local Government Areas, comprising Obidient youth mobilizers and former Labour Party grassroots influencers, quickly evolved into a formidable political assembly. The gathering signaled more than solidarity; it pointed to a strategic realignment in Enugu West as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) consolidates its structure ahead of 2027. The event witnessed an unprecedented turnout of ADC grassroots stakeholders across Enugu West. Notably, more than five key influencers from every political ward in the constituency were present — a powerful demonstration of organizational discipline, coordination, and expanding political momentum. The convergence reflected not mere enthusiasm, but structure, the kind that determines electoral outco...

A Strategic Mobilization for National Redemption: ADC Support Group Pays Courtesy Visit to Dr. John Nwokeabia

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  In what has now become a defining moment in Enugu State’s evolving political architecture, the Support Group, Contact and Mobilization Directorate, paid a high-level courtesy visit to Dr. John Nwokeabia, a respected political strategist, reform advocate, and one of the prominent leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Enugu State. The visit was not merely ceremonial. It was a deliberate reaffirmation of commitment to a political movement anchored on integrity, competence, and national transformation, principles that align seamlessly with the presidential aspiration of Mr. Peter Obi. Presenting the purpose of the visit, the President of the Support Group, Rev. Godwin Obasi, emphasized that the organization is not a paper structure but a formidable grassroots force. According to him, the Directorate cuts across all the 17 Local Government Areas of Enugu State, with coordinators in every LGA and ward, a political machinery tested and proven in past electoral engagements. ...

Anambra: Police command addresses students on safety

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 By Chuks Collins, Awka  Feb 11, 2026 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 e...

Insecurity: Anambra, Imo border communities cry out as killings happen again

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By Clems Iheme, and C Collins. who was at Orsuihiteukwa/Lilu Feb 10,2026 ... .... Lilu, Orsuihiteukwa seek FG, States intervention  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 co...

The Vanguard of Civic Renaissance: Rev. Dr. PraiseGod Edeh and the IBBN’s Crusade for Political Literacy & Empowerment

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  In an era where political apathy often blankets the grassroots, a transformative wave is surging through Enugu State. Yesterday marked a pivotal moment for the local labor force as Rev. Dr. PraiseGod Edeh, the Cordinator of the Initiative For Brighter and Better Nigeria (IBBN) Enugu Chapter, orchestrated a high-level political sensitization summit for Keke operators and artisans. This wasn’t merely a gathering; it was a sophisticated masterclass in democratic engagement, designed to bridge the chasm between the corridors of power and the pulse of the marketplace. This movement, however, flows from a larger fountain of vision. The Enugu Chapter's success is a testament to the foundational blueprint laid down by the Convener of the IBBN, Prophet Isa El-Buba. As the ultimate architect of this national awakening, the Convener has sacrificed immensely to build a platform where civic education can thrive. It is this central vision that Rev. Dr. Edeh has seamlessly localized, proving th...

COMRADE EKERE RE-ELECTED BY NUP DELEGATES.

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 The Chairman Enugu State Union Of Pensioners Comrade EKERE Ikechukwu was yesterday at Gold Value Hotels Enugu Venue of the Enugu Pensioners delegates conference RE-ELECTED for the Second tenure unopposed with Members of his cabinet in a  Very Convivial atmosphere that had in attendance the National President of the Union Comrade Godwin Abumisi his Deputy National President, Enugu head of service Dr Godwin Anigbo mni,SSG,Prof Chidiebere Onyia who was represented by the Permanent Secretary in his office Dr Mrs Agbo, Comrade Onu Abdulahi the Deputy Chairman South East, Comrade Blessing Ngozika National Trustee South East and a host of other Dignitaries.  In his Welcome address at the event Comrade EKERE went back  memory lane and recalled that when they came on board in February 2022 they Paid a Courtesy call on then Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and enumerated their request that included Payment of Pension arrears, gratuity, harmonization both  for local government a...

Tinubu's Renewed Hope Ambassadors berths in Anambra propagate FG policies, achievements, and Objectives

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By Chuks Collins, Awka  Jan 28,2026    -- Ezenwa charges ambassadors Anambra State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA)  for President Tinubu's 2027 re- election drive, Chief Okey Ezenwa has charged the Zonal and Local Government Area Ambassadors in Anambra to propagate the policies, achievements and objectives of the President Ahmed Tinubu's administration. Chief Ezenwa gave the charge Wednesday afternoon in Awka while inaugurating the Zonal and Local Government Area coordinators of RHA in the State. He described the coordinators as distinguished men and women entrusted with the crucial responsibilities of advancing the policies, achievements, and objectives of Mr President, alongside the All Progressives Congress,APC) manifesto.  He said the occasion transcends mere ceremonial gathering; as it was a call to action, empowering them  to engage directly with members of every household in Anambra State. Chief Ezenwa extended  the gratitude o...

Market closure crisis: Soludo schedules dialogue with traders

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 By Chuks Collins, Awka  Jan 28, 2026 Following two days of confusion and crisis between the Anambra State governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo and traders in the various markets in the state, particularly the Onitsha Main Market he has scheduled an emergency meeting with the Stakeholders. In a letter dated January 27,2026 with ref MCI/SPAD/MKT/V.1/177 from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and signed by Chief Evarist UBA who is the Special Adviser (Trade and Markets), invited all Chairmen and Secretaries of Markets, Zonal Chairmen/Secretaries and all Line Chairmen and Secretaries of all the markets in the state. The meeting was scheduled to hold at the International Convention Center in Awka tomorrow at 11am. The letter read in part, ".. Notice is hereby given to Market Executives in the state including Zonal Chairmen and Secretaries, Line Chairmen and Secretaries to a crucial meeting with Mr Governor, Prof Charles Chukwuma Soludo on matters of urgent importance..." The messag...