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IWD: Dozie Nwankwo salutes Nigerian Women, seeks increased voice in government

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  By Chuks Collins, Awka March 9,2026  As the world celebrates our resilient and dogged womenfolk on the 2026 International Women's Day(IWD), a popular lawmaker and Anambra Central Senatorial aspirant in the coming general election, Hon Dozie Nwankwo, has extended his good hand of fellowship, goodwill and friendship in felicitating with the women. Nwankwo, a two-time member of the National Assembly where he represented the Njikoka/Anaocha/Dunukofia Federal constituency and now seeks to step up to represent the Anambra Central Senatorial district. In a meeting with his political family, he disclosed that his main motivation in stepping out was to use the instrumentality of the office to continue putting smiles on the faces of Nigerians, especially his constituents. On the IWD, Nwankwo described women as pillar of families, the economy and society who have made and continued to make extensive contributions to the growth and development of the world. Nwankwo, popularly called "On...

The Wisdom of the Sunset Meeting the Strength of the Sunrise - Chief Enwere Samuel Ogbonnaya

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   My son and our King, Chief Ekenedilichukwu, my eyes have seen many things in Amankanu, but the joy I felt yesterday was unique. When a community stays nine years without a father, the children begin to forget their identity. But as I watched the convoy arrive and heard the drums of the youth, I knew our identity had been reclaimed. ​You spoke of being a 'due process man,' and that gives us the elders great peace. We are tired of disputes; we long for the shade of a great tree, and you are that tree. May your reign be like the steady flow of a river-gentle enough to bring peace, but strong enough to carry us toward development. May you live long, and may your wisdom exceed that of the kings before you. Chief Enwere Samuel Ogbonnaya { Agunaecheibe 1 in Amankanu Autonomous Community  

Amankanu Igwe-Elect: The Triumph of the People’s Will Rev. Akachukwu Agu

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​On behalf of the Electoral Committee, I offer my profound congratulations to Chief Ekenedilichukwu Ekpete. Our task was daunting: to conduct a process in a land that had forgotten the rhythm of succession. However, by 8:00 AM yesterday, the sea of faces in that hall told us that the spirit of Amankanu was alive and hungry for leadership. The patience displayed by our people, who waited for hours until the Ministry’s convoy arrived, proved that the desire for a legitimate father figure outweighed the exhaustion of a nine-year wait. ​We did not just elect a man; we validated a consensus that spans nine villages. The transparency of this process—witnessed by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Mrs. Ada Nwoye—serves as a blueprint for how a community can heal through due process. You are the choice of the ancestors and the voice of the living. We are proud to hand over the mantle of leadership to a man who understands that in a true community, there is no victor and no vanquished. This election ...

Amankanu PG, Congratulate Igwe Elect, described it as A Mandate of Restoration

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To our newly affirmed Igwe-Elect, Chief Ekenedilichukwu Ekpete, the Onodugo 1 of Ohaofia Ndumeze Kingdom. Yesterday, the heavy cloud of uncertainty that hung over Amankanu for nine long years was finally pierced by the light of a new dawn. As your President General, I have stood at the frontlines of our struggles, witnessing the toll that administrative silence takes on a people. Seeing the Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs witness our absolute unity was the crowning achievement of my tenure. This transition is the bridge between our fractured past and a prosperous future. Your emergence is not a mere political victory; it is a spiritual homecoming for our people. I pledge the unalloyed cooperation of the Town Union to ensure your vision for a modernized, peaceful, and vibrant Amankanu becomes a reality. Your pledge that there is "no victor and no vanquished" has already begun the healing process in our nine villages. Together, we shall transform Amankanu into a beacon of progr...

Amankanu PG, Congratulate Igwe Elect, described it as A Mandate of Restoration

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  To our newly affirmed Igwe-Elect, Chief Ekenedilichukwu Ekpete, the Onodugo 1 of Ohaofia Ndumeze Kingdom. Yesterday, the heavy cloud of uncertainty that hung over Amankanu for nine long years was finally pierced by the light of a new dawn. As your President General, I have stood at the frontlines of our struggles, witnessing the toll that administrative silence takes on a people. Seeing the Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs witness our absolute unity was the crowning achievement of my tenure. This transition is the bridge between our fractured past and a prosperous future. Your emergence is not a mere political victory; it is a spiritual homecoming for our people. I pledge the unalloyed cooperation of the Town Union to ensure your vision for a modernized, peaceful, and vibrant Amankanu becomes a reality. Your pledge that there is "no victor and no vanquished" has already begun the healing process in our nine villages. Together, we shall transform Amankanu into a beacon of pro...

Eulogies as Father of UNIZIK, MNC Nwofor is laid to rest in Awka

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By Chuks Collins, Awka  March 5,2026 Ozo MNC Nwofor, according to the Anambra State deputy Gov, Dr Onyekachukwu Ibezim, "was a man that identified with the State government's think-home philosophy early. "From all indication he believed deeply in Anambra State development. "What with the hospitality industries, petrol stations, factories, and hostels/classrooms,etc.." The children of the late Ozo Dr MNC Nwofor (Ozo Enyikwonwa of Awka)at the burial ceremony of their father today in Awka. His burial attracted Nigerians from all walks of life -academia, politicians, manufacturing, business, etc from all states of the federation and overseas. Nwofor can best be described as the richest and largest in heart. A man of peace and love. He's literally the father of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, UNIZIK Awka. Same with the Anambra State University of Science and Technology which later translated to UNIZIK. He donated the initial accommodations for classrooms, offices ...

Senator Anosike emerges new Anambra APC chairman

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  By Chuks Collins, Awka  March 3,2026 The Anambra State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has elected Senator Emma Obiajulu Anosike as her new State Chairman . Anosike who represented the Anambra North Senatorial District, Senator Emmanuel Anosike, as Chairman in Anambra State. Anosike, who represented Anambra North between 2003-2007, was elected through a consensus arrangement at a well-attended State congress, held at the party's secretariat in Awka, Tuesday March 3,2026. The Chairman of the Anambra-Imo River-Basin Development Commission was unanimously voted at the Congress attended by about 2,100 delegates from across the state's 326 Wards. The Chairman of the Congress Committee, Rear Admiral Williams Kayode (Rtd) announced the consensus results . He listed out other elected officials of the party including Mr Joseph C. Okeke, Deputy Chairman; Mr Obi Okpala, State Secretary; and  others. He urged the new executives to work harmoniously to see the party ...

IBBN Enugu State Commences Statewide Crusade for Political Literacy and Community Engagement

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ENUGU, NIGERIA - In a strategic move to redefine the landscape of civic engagement, the Enugu State Chapter of the Initiative for Better and Brighter Nigeria (IBBN) has officially launched a statewide, street-to-street crusade aimed at fostering political literacy and sustainable youth involvement. Tagged the "Community Youth Empowerment Training," this multifaceted initiative seeks to bridge the gap between grassroots demographics and active political participation through education, economic support, and ideological alignment. Deepening Community Ties Through Sport As a core component of its community engagement strategy, the IBBN Enugu State Chapter successfully hosted a Novelty Football Match on Friday, February 27, 2026. The match, which saw Ndiegu Umuchu face off against the Agbariedje Football Club, served as a powerful tool for social cohesion.  By utilizing sports to bring the community together at the Community School, IBBN demonstrated its commitment to meeting cit...

THE SUMMONS OF DESTINY: WHY ENUGU MUST BREAK THE CHAINS OF MEDIOCRITY IN 2027

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History often remembers societies not for the challenges they faced but for the choices they made at critical moments. Enugu’s 2027 gubernatorial election presents such a moment - an opportunity to redefine governance through competence, professionalism, and visionary leadership. The choice before Ndi Enugu is therefore clear: continue with governance shaped by political convenience or embrace a future anchored on expertise and responsible stewardship. For a state seeking sustainable growth, institutional strength, and economic transformation, Engr. Dr. Chris N. Okonkwo stands as the leadership Enugu needs - not simply for the next election cycle, but for the next generation. ​Enugu 2027 must be a mandate for excellence. ​And competence has a name: Engr. Dr. Chris N. Okonkwo.

ENGR. DR. CHRIS N. OKONKWO: ENGINEERING A NEW ENUGU FOR ALL

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As Enugu State approaches the defining crossroads of 2027, history demands more than rhetoric. It demands competence. It demands character. It demands a leader forged not in privilege, but in purpose. In Engr. Dr. Chris N. Okonkwo, Enugu encounters a man whose life story, professional depth, and tested leadership converge into a compelling blueprint for responsible governance. Born from humble beginnings and shaped by discipline, faith, and hard work, Engr. Dr. Okonkwo represents the finest tradition of merit and resilience. He is not a creation of political convenience; he is the product of rigorous training, lifelong learning, and national service. A proud alumnus of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where he earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering in 1988, he went on to obtain a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing and an MBA in Management from the same prestigious institution.  His intellectual journey extended beyond Nigeria, culminating in a Doctor of Busin...