# Operatives of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Awka, have uncovered an eight-month-old Case of a reported missing person with the arrest of a 35-year-old suspect, Chukwudalu Ezeani, in connection with the murder of his cousin, late Chinedu Ezeani aged 52 years.
Reacting on the arrest, SP. Tochukwu Ikenga, Police Public Relations Officer
Anambra State Command, in a press release noted that Preliminary investigations reveal that on 1st August 2025 at about 8:00 pm, the suspect allegedly killed the deceased at his residence in Afube Village, Amichi, and buried the body in a shallow grave within his compound, concealing the crime for about eight months.
“The Case, which was initially reported as a missing person incident at Amichi Police Station, was later revisited by detectives following credible intelligence, leading to the arrest of the suspect.
“Upon interrogation, the suspect confessed to the crime and led operatives to the burial site within his compound, where the corpse was exhumed.
“The remains have been deposited for necessary forensic examination, while the suspect will be arraigned in court upon the conclusion of investigations.” Ikenga stated.
# The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Anambra Chapter on Saturday commenced their monthly Fitness Walk and Exercise.
Members of the association came out in their numbers to the exciting walk which started at Emeka Anyaoku Boulevard, Awka.
The monthly Fitness Walk holds on the last Saturday of every month
Speaking after the Walk, Chimezie Anaso, Chairman of the Chapter said the Monthly Fitness Walk was aimed at encouraging members to pay attention to their physical wellbeing.
Anaso said as lovers and promoters of sports through journalism, members of SWAN should engage in regular exercise to boost their physical health and mental alertness.
Anaso said the Monthly Fitness Walk and Exercise was open to partnership and collaboration with public sector players and corporate organisations.
# The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) joint campus council, Anambra state axis, has protested over
unjust increase in rent by agents and landlords.
The students took the protest to the Anambra State House of Assembly.
The Leader of the Students Union, comrade Ifeanyichukwu Chukwuemeka, while speaking, said they are advocating for the welfare of students within tertiary institution host communities across Anambra state on the unjust increase in rent by agents and landlords.
Chukwuemeka noted that they operate without regulation, supervision or accountability and also their actions are arbitrary, oppressive and clearly inimical to the welfare of students and parents.
Responding, on behalf of the Speaker of Anambra Assembly, the Majority Leader Sir. Ikenna Ofodeme, commended the students for tolling the right path by coming to the house of assembly to lay their complaints.
Hon. Ofodeme who is the lawmaker representing Ekwusigo constituency, promised the students that their challenges would be addressed, noting that it’s not just the problem of students but of parents and guidance who pay those rents.
# The Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Prof. Ugochukwu Anyaehie has officially flagged off a three-day art exhibition themed “Visual Art and National Pride” at the university campus in Awka.
In his opening remarks, Anyaehie emphasized on the power of visual art as a tool for national consciousness, cultural preservation, and social transformation. He commended the organizers and participating artists for their creativity and commitment to projecting positive national values through art.
The VC noted that the exhibition aligns with the university’s vision of promoting innovation, creativity, and global relevance through academic and cultural initiatives.
The exhibition featured guided tours, interactive sessions, and opportunities for emerging artists to engage with established professionals in the field of visual arts.
The event attracted students, artists, scholars, and art enthusiasts, showcases a rich collection of creative works reflecting Nigeria’s cultural heritage, identity, and unity.
# Daughter of Governor Chukwuma Soludo and the women leader of Anambra state CityBoy Movement, Adaora Soludo had an engagement and a productive meeting with Anambra state local government women Cordinators of the CityBoy Movement.
During the meeting she emphasized that women are very important for any organization or movement to be successful. In her words “women are the backbones of any successful movement”
She encouraged the women to be active and dedicated to vision of the CityBoy Movement, which to return President Tinubu for a second tenure in 2027.
While addressing the women from different local Government Area in Anambra state, Adaora Soludo said President Tinubu has done well in his first tenure so our vision in the CityBoy Movement, is to bring him back for a second tenure and Anambra State will not be an exception to that”
# Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA), Anambra State Chapter, has called for strengthening intervention measures and surveillance system to effectively address animal to human transmission of tuberculosis in the state.
The body made this call during a public enlightenment campaign held at Umunya Slaughter House, Oyi Local Government Area to commemorate the 2026 World Tuberculosis Day themed “Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver.
The public enlightenment was part of activities lined up by the association to mark Year 2026 event, which also featured Radio Sensitization Programme, public enlightenment and Meat Inspection.
Speaking during the enlightenment campaign at Umunya, Anambra Chairman of the association, Dr. Victor Ughaerumba, emphasized that ending tuberculosis in the state is achievable through sustained government investment.
# The traditional Prime Minister of Okpeze Chief Donatus Nwafor has congratulated Dr. Ben Nwankwo and Prof. Engr. Ebuka Nwankwo on their appointments as the Anambra State Chief of Staff and Special Adviser, Special Projects and Director Project Evaluation and Monitoring respectively.
In a congratulatory press statement issued in Awka for the duo who hails from Akpu in Orumba South local government area and Nanka Orumba north local government area respectively, Chief Nwafor found them worthy as Orumba products to justify the confidence reposed in them.
The traditional Prime Minister urged then to discharge their duties with absolute courage and dexterity to assist Governor Chukwuma Soludo to actualize his Dubai/Taiwan Silicon Valley vision for the state.
He commended the governor for finding the illustrious sons of Orumba worthy to serve in his cabinet at this point in time in the history of Anambra State.
# Governor Chukwuma Soludo said he is committed to reviewing the monthly salaries of Agunechemba operatives, recognizing their contributions to enhancing state security.
Prof. Soludo indicated that this effort aims to recognize the Agunechemba’s dedication to combating banditry that previously plagued the local community before the arrival of the specialized Pump Action team has yeiled positive results.
This announcement was made by Prince Ken Emeakayi during a meeting at his office in the Government House in Awka.
Emeakayi addressed members of the security outfit on the occasion of his recent reappointment as Special Adviser to Governor Soludo on Community Security. He urged the Agunechemba operatives to foster unity, loyalty, and commitment in their fight against crime in Anambra State.
Emeakayi underlined that the Anambra
State Government is exploring strategies to lift morale, emphasizing that increased efforts are crucial for achieving success among the Agunechemba operatives.
