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Nigerian Police Deploy Security to UTME Exam Centers Nationwide
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Nigerian Police Deploy Security to UTME Exam Centers Nationwide

Nigerian police have deployed security operatives nationwide to all Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) centers to ensure safety and order during the exams. Authorities also dismissed rumors of threats to the examination centers.

Soludo unveils new official portrait for second term
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Soludo unveils new official portrait for second term

The Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has unveiled a portrait for his second term tenure, urging offices across the state to use the portrait. The portrait was officially unveiled by the governor on his Facebook page on Tuesday. He urged all offices, both public and private, including all government and non-governmental institutions, to discard the Read More: https://punchng.com/soludo-unveils-new-official-portrait-for-second-term/

Deputy Speaker dismisses allegations on NYSC, Law School Records
PoliticsBusiness InsiderhinduTimes of India+3hindustan-timespunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago6 sources

Deputy Speaker dismisses allegations on NYSC, Law School Records

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has denied allegations concerning his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) participation and Nigerian Law School attendance. The post Deputy Speaker dismisses allegations on NYSC, Law School Records appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria is poor because we celebrate thieves, says Obi
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Nigeria is poor because we celebrate thieves, says Obi

Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi says Nigeria’s poverty problem is not about a lack of resources but about the choices the country has made. The post Nigeria is poor because we celebrate thieves, says Obi appeared first on Vanguard News.

Soludo reopens Nkwo Nnewi Market, shuts Ihiala market over Sit-at-Home
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Soludo reopens Nkwo Nnewi Market, shuts Ihiala market over Sit-at-Home

By Vincent Ujumadu ANAMBRA — Governor Prof. Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has reopened the New Motorcycle Spare Parts Market, Nkwo Nnewi, after it was closed for a week due to traders refusing to open on Monday. Meanwhile, Nkwo Ogbe Ihiala Market was shut down on Monday for continued non-compliance. The closure followed low turnout […] The post Soludo reopens Nkwo Nnewi Market, shuts Ihiala market over Sit-at-Home appeared first on Vanguard News.

Police detain four, recover vehicles stolen in Enugu, Anambra
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Police detain four, recover vehicles stolen in Enugu, Anambra

The Police Command in Enugu State has detained four suspects, recovering one vehicle stolen in Enugu and two snatched in Anambra, including one linked to a 2022 kidnapping. The Spokesman of the Command, SP Daniel Ndukwe, in a statement released in Enugu on Saturday, said the feat was achieved in separate intelligence-driven operations. Ndukwe said Read More: https://punchng.com/police-detain-four-recover-vehicles-stolen-in-enugu-anambra/

Police recruitment: Adamawa leads with 39,989 applicants, Anambra lowest
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Police recruitment: Adamawa leads with 39,989 applicants, Anambra lowest

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has revealed that Adamawa State recorded the highest number of applicants for the ongoing police recruitment exercise, with 39,989 submissions, while Anambra State posted the lowest with 1,739 applications. The post Police recruitment: Adamawa leads with 39,989 applicants, Anambra lowest appeared first on Vanguard News.

Local council seals 200 shops at Anambra market over sit-at-home
PoliticsPremium Times1mo ago

Local council seals 200 shops at Anambra market over sit-at-home

To revive trading activities in the south-eastern state, Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra has been battling traders who refuse to open their shops because of the illegal sit-at-home directive The post Local council seals 200 shops at Anambra market over sit-at-home appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

SERHA kicks off distribution of JAMB form funds to 10,000 Anambra students
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

SERHA kicks off distribution of JAMB form funds to 10,000 Anambra students

In a bid to support students and parents facing financial constraints, the South East Renewed Hope Agenda (SERHA) has commenced the distribution of funds from President Bola Tinubu to enable students in Anambra State to procure Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) forms. The post SERHA kicks off distribution of JAMB form funds to 10,000 Anambra students appeared first on Vanguard News.

FRSC unveils safer road‑habits campaign in Anambra
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

FRSC unveils safer road‑habits campaign in Anambra

The FRSC Anambra Command launches a new campaign to enhance road safety consciousness and ensure compliance with traffic regulations to reduce accidents. Read More: https://punchng.com/frsc-unveils-safer-road%e2%80%91habits-campaign-in-anambra/

JAMB Releases UTME Results Amidst Fraud and Arrests
PoliticsPremium Timesguardian-ngpunch-ng+1vanguard-ng5d ago4 sources

JAMB Releases UTME Results Amidst Fraud and Arrests

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the first batch of UTME results while also addressing various issues, including the arrest of a fake coordinator and candidates attempting to forge scores with AI. JAMB also clarified that kidnapped Benue travelers were not UTME candidates.

Gas Tanker Explodes in Anambra, Nigeria
Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

Gas Tanker Explodes in Anambra, Nigeria

A gas tanker carrying LPG burst into flames on the Awka-Enugu Expressway in Anambra, Nigeria, due to an electrical fault, causing panic before firefighters contained the blaze.

Japan Rejects US View of Taiwan Stance Ahead of Trump Summit
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Japan Rejects US View of Taiwan Stance Ahead of Trump Summit

Japan has rejected a U.S. intelligence assessment that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on military intervention in a Taiwan crisis constitute a 'significant shift' in security policy, with Tokyo maintaining its stance ahead of a leaders' meeting with Trump.

Lorry Crashes into Anambra Church, Catches Fire
Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

Lorry Crashes into Anambra Church, Catches Fire

Panic erupted in Agulu, Anambra, Nigeria, after a speeding lorry crashed into St. Matthias Catholic Church and subsequently burst into flames, though no casualties were reported in the incident.

VP Shettima Applauds Soludo's Re-election, Calls it 'Covenant with Competence'
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago3 sources

VP Shettima Applauds Soludo's Re-election, Calls it 'Covenant with Competence'

Vice President Kashim Shettima has applauded Charles Soludo for his contributions to nation-building, stating that Anambra State has renewed “a covenant with competence” with his re-election. Shettima, along with former Presidents Obasanjo and Jonathan, attended Soludo’s second-term inauguration.

ACPN backs Soludo’s drug reforms, local manufacturing drive
Healthvanguard-ng1mo ago

ACPN backs Soludo’s drug reforms, local manufacturing drive

The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has pledged support for healthcare transformation in Anambra State, citing reforms targeting drug distribution, regulatory improvements, and expansion of local pharmaceutical manufacturing capacity. The pledge followed the second term inauguration of Gov. Charles Soludo, which the association described as endorsement of visionary leadership and people centred governance […] The post ACPN backs Soludo’s drug reforms, local manufacturin...

Gun attack on ADC leaders in Edo
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Gun attack on ADC leaders in Edo

The savage attack that took place in Benin City, Edo State, on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 could be a sign that Nigerians might be in for a violent campaign and general election season. African Democratic Congress, ADC, leaders, including former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, gathered in the home of one of the party’s national […] The post Gun attack on ADC leaders in Edo appeared first on Vanguard News.

Anambra seals another market over sit-at-home
PoliticsPremium Times1mo ago

Anambra seals another market over sit-at-home

Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra had closed the Onitsha Main Market for one week in January because the traders were observing the illegal sit-at-home declared by the outlawed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra. The post Anambra seals another market over sit-at-home appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

FRSC Audits Anambra Road After Fatal Crashes
Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

FRSC Audits Anambra Road After Fatal Crashes

Following a series of four crashes that resulted in 11 deaths within a month, Nigeria's Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) conducted a road audit at the Agulu Lake black spot in Anambra to enhance safety.

FRSC says 4 women dead as vehicles collide in Anambra
Worldvanguard-ng1mo ago

FRSC says 4 women dead as vehicles collide in Anambra

A total of 19 persons were involved in the crash, comprising six male adults, 10 female adults and three male children. The post FRSC says 4 women dead as vehicles collide in Anambra appeared first on Vanguard News.

Troops dismantle IPOB/ESN stronghold in Anambra
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Troops dismantle IPOB/ESN stronghold in Anambra

Nigerian troops successfully dismantle a notorious IPOB/ESN stronghold in Anambra, neutralizing insurgents and recovering weapons in a major operation. Read More: https://punchng.com/troops-dismantle-ipob-esn-stronghold-in-anambra/

Peter Obi warns of ‘Debt Without Growth,’ compares Nigeria’s economy to Bangladesh
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

Peter Obi warns of ‘Debt Without Growth,’ compares Nigeria’s economy to Bangladesh

Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised concerns over Nigeria’s rising debt profile, warning that borrowing without corresponding economic growth is deepening the country’s financial challenges. The post Peter Obi warns of ‘Debt Without Growth,’ compares Nigeria’s economy to Bangladesh appeared first on Vanguard News.

Sit-at-home: Low patronage, high transport costs stall Anambra markets
Businessvanguard-ng1mo ago

Sit-at-home: Low patronage, high transport costs stall Anambra markets

Commercial activities across Anambra State remain sluggish despite efforts by Governor Chukwuma Soludo to compel traders to return to their shops and end the Monday sit-at-home. The post Sit-at-home: Low patronage, high transport costs stall Anambra markets appeared first on Vanguard News.

Technologypunch-ng13d ago

JAMB Delists CBT Centres in Nigeria

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in Nigeria has delisted 23 CBT centres across Anambra, Delta, and Lagos states due to technical deficiencies found during the 2026 Mock UTME.

Anambra LGAs Clash Over Street Renaming
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Anambra LGAs Clash Over Street Renaming

Idemili North and Onitsha North Local Government Areas in Anambra State are in dispute over the renaming of Limca Road after former Commonwealth Secretary-General Emeka Anyaoku.

French Municipal Elections Second Round Sees Numerous Twists and Turns
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French Municipal Elections Second Round Sees Numerous Twists and Turns

The second round of municipal elections in France is seeing numerous twists and turns, with candidates having until Tuesday evening to submit their definitive lists, indicating a dynamic political landscape.

FG partnering states to tackle insecurity — Shettima
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

FG partnering states to tackle insecurity — Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima said the Federal Government remains committed to partnering with states to tackle insecurity, adding that the FG policies have begun to impact the people. Shettima stated this when he spoke at the second-term inauguration of the Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, and his deputy, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim, at the Dr. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-partnering-states-to-tackle-insecurity-shettima/

After 6-month break, food inflation resumes upward climb, rises 12.12% ———– 5 Lead Story
Businessvanguard-ng1mo ago

After 6-month break, food inflation resumes upward climb, rises 12.12% ———– 5 Lead Story

—Driven by hike in prices of beans, yam flour, others —Kogi, Benue, Anambra record highest headline food inflation rates; Katsina, Imo, Ebonyi lowest By Elizabeth Adegbesan LAGOS — Nigeria’s annual food inflation rate reversed a six-month downward trend, rising to 12.2 per cent in February, from 8.89 per cent in January, driven by prices of beans, […] The post After 6-month break, food inflation resumes upward climb, rises 12.12% ———– 5 Lead Story appeared first on Vanguard News.

Power outage: Consumers’ group suspends protest in Anambra
Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

Power outage: Consumers’ group suspends protest in Anambra

An electricity consumers’ group suspends its planned protest over the power outage in Anambra, citing security concerns ahead of a governor’s inauguration. Read More: https://punchng.com/power-outage-consumers-group-suspends-protest-in-anambra/

PSC approves promotion of seven AIGs to DIGs
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PSC approves promotion of seven AIGs to DIGs

PREMIUM TIMES had reported that PSC invited seven AIGs for promotion interviews earlier on Friday morning. The post PSC approves promotion of seven AIGs to DIGs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

NDIC takes students bank savings campaign to Anambra 
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

NDIC takes students bank savings campaign to Anambra 

By Vincent Ujumadu  Awka- The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, NDIC, has urged students to develop the habit of saving their money in licensed banks for their financial safety in future. At a programmme to mark the World Savings Day at Capital City Secondary School,Awka, Anambra State, officials of NDIC said the aim is to encourage […] The post NDIC takes students bank savings campaign to Anambra  appeared first on Vanguard News.

MAN warns against illegal recycling of beverage bottles
Businesspunch-ng1mo ago

MAN warns against illegal recycling of beverage bottles

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) warns against the economic sabotage of illegal bottle recycling, following a police crackdown in Anambra. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-warns-against-illegal-recycling-of-beverage-bottles/

FRSC decries frequent road crashes in Anambra
WorldPremium Times1mo ago

FRSC decries frequent road crashes in Anambra

Eleven people had been killed in a road crash in a particular spot in the state within a month. The post FRSC decries frequent road crashes in Anambra appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Four die, nine injured in Anambra multiple road crash
Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

Four die, nine injured in Anambra multiple road crash

A fatal multi-vehicle road crash in Anambra State kills four women and injures nine others. The accident occurred on the Nanka-Agulu road near Agulu Lake. Read More: https://punchng.com/four-die-nine-injured-in-anambra-multiple-road-crash/

Anambra native doctor sentenced to 11 months imprisonment
Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

Anambra native doctor sentenced to 11 months imprisonment

A High Court in Awka sentences popular Anambra native doctor, Chidozie Nwangwu (Akwa Okuko Tiwaraki), to 11 months imprisonment for ritual practices. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-native-doctor-sentenced-to-11-months-imprisonment/

Why Monday market’s not picking up in S-East — Traders
Businessvanguard-ng1mo ago

Why Monday market’s not picking up in S-East — Traders

Disinterest has continued to trail marketing, business, and commercial activities in Anambra State, after Governor Soludo of Anambra State forced traders back to markets to stop the sit-at-home order still being observed by traders and residents of Anambra State. The post Why Monday market’s not picking up in S-East — Traders appeared first on Vanguard News.