# The Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB), in collaboration with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), has launched Green Clubs in beneficiary schools across Anambra State under the Green School and Climate Change Education Intervention (GSCCEI).
The initiative was formally inaugurated at Central School, Awka, with a focus on promoting environmental education and responsible environmental practices among pupils.
The initiative aligns with Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s declaration of a state of emergency on the environment and the renewed Clean and Green Initiative unveiled on August 27, 2026, as part of activities marking Anambra State’s 35th anniversary.
Speaking at the event, the Executive Chairman of ASUBEB, Dr. Justina Chinyere Anyadiegwu, described the Green Clubs as more than an extracurricular activity, stressing that they represent a strategic investment in environmental sustainability and the future of children.
She noted that environmental protection had become central to the Soludo administration’s Solution Agenda and its vision of building a modern, liveable and prosperous Anambra State.
# The Anambra State House of Assembly has adopted the report of its Committee on Finance and Appropriation on the 2027–2029 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), urging the state government to ensure transparency in budget implementation and prioritise critical infrastructure.
The resolution was reached during plenary on Thursday, October 15, 2026, presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze.
Presenting the report, the committee chairman, Honourable Ejike Okechukwu, explained that the framework comprises three key documents: the Economic and Fiscal Update (EFU), Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) and Budget Policy Statement (BPS), which provide the foundation for preparing the annual budget.
The committee recommended an exchange rate benchmark of ₦1,400 to the dollar for the preparation of the 2027 Appropriation Bill.
It also called on the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning to provide a comprehensive explanation of the projected ₦214.9 billion budget deficit for 2027, including measures to mitigate potential revenue shortfalls.
# The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has urged media practitioners in Anambra State to intensify public awareness of Nigeria’s local content policy to enable more citizens to benefit from opportunities in the oil and gas industry.
The Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Engineer Felix Omatsola Ogbe, made the call on Thursday, October 15, 2026, during a Nigerian Content Capacity Building Workshop for media stakeholders in Awka.
Ogbe, who was represented by the Board’s General Manager, Communications, Dr. Obinna Ezeobi, said Anambra had significant opportunities in the oil and gas sector that remained largely untapped due to inadequate publicity and limited public awareness.
He described journalists as critical stakeholders in promoting Nigerian content, stressing that the media had a responsibility to hold oil and gas operators accountable and monitor their compliance with local content requirements.
Ogbe urged journalists to educate residents on available opportunities in the sector to promote economic growth and socioeconomic development in the state.
# The Federal Government has reopened the First Niger Bridge to motorists following weeks of rehabilitation works aimed at improving road safety, enhancing traffic management and preserving the strategic infrastructure linking Anambra and Delta States.
The Minister of Works, Engineer David Umahi, disclosed this while highlighting the rehabilitation works and additional safety measures introduced to protect the bridge and ensure safer movement of vehicles.
Umahi said the intervention included the resurfacing of the bridge, installation of solar-powered streetlights and CCTV cameras, and construction of turnaround points to enable motorists to move safely in the event of vehicle breakdowns.
He explained that a median barrier had also been installed to promote traffic discipline and discourage dangerous driving. Observation centres are equally being established at both ends of the bridge to strengthen security monitoring.
The minister expressed concern over the removal of bolts and the cutting of steel components on the bridge, warning that such activities could compromise its structural integrity and endanger motorists.
He reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to maintaining critical national infrastructure and safeguarding road users.
# The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has visited the Police-led Joint Security Team in Aguata to commiserate with personnel over the death of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Elaigwu Austin and charge them to sustain ongoing security operations across the state.
The visit, which took place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, was aimed at honouring the late officer, assessing ongoing security operations and encouraging personnel to remain focused, professional and committed to their duties.
In a statement, the Anambra State Police Command described CSP Elaigwu Austin as a committed and courageous officer whose professionalism and dedication to the fight against crime earned him recognition in the Command’s security operations.
During the visit, CP Oji Ama acknowledged the late officer’s contributions to the Command’s security efforts and urged the joint security personnel to maintain operational momentum through effective intelligence gathering, inter-agency cooperation and proactive policing.
He stressed that the loss of a colleague should not weaken the resolve of the security team to protect lives and property and maintain peace across Anambra State.
The Commissioner also reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to supporting personnel in the field, strengthening collaboration among security agencies and sustaining coordinated operations against criminal elements.
# The Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB) has commenced its 2026 teachers’ promotion exercise, with its Chairman, Dr. Justina Chinyere Anyadiegwu, urging candidates to uphold professionalism, discipline, integrity and adequate preparation.
Anyadiegwu gave the charge while addressing teachers participating in the promotion interview, describing teaching as both a profession and a vocation that requires more than the desire to earn a living.
She noted that promotion comes with increased responsibilities and higher expectations, stressing that the teaching profession demands commitment, exemplary conduct and a strong sense of responsibility towards the education, development and future of children entrusted to teachers’ care.
The ASUBEB Chairman urged candidates to approach the interview with the seriousness it deserved, emphasising that career advancement must be backed by demonstrated competence, diligence, discipline and readiness to assume greater responsibilities.
She cautioned teachers against misconduct, negligence and other actions capable of attracting administrative queries. According to her, teachers, as public officers and custodians of children’s learning and development, must conduct themselves responsibly, comply with established regulations and uphold the professional standards expected of them.
Anyadiegwu also highlighted the importance of proper documentation, accountability and adherence to administrative procedures, noting that teachers’ attitudes to work, professional conduct and commitment to official duties remain essential to effective service delivery and career progression.
# To institutionalize mentorship and positive modelling in community youth development, the Anambra State Town Union Council has installed role models in Oyi local government area.
The role models who were drawn from the five communities that make up Oyi council area included Prince Collins Chendo, Chief John Agulue, Sir Chukwunonso Okafor, Honourable Emmanuel Nweke, Chief Fabian Echebi, Mr Oluchukwu Oforje, among others.
In his address, the President-General, Anambra State Town Union Council, ASTUC Youth Wing, Comrade Ken Okoli disclosed that Oyi is the thirteenth local government area that ASTUC has installed community role models and will still do the same in the remaining eight council areas all in the bid to celebrate Anambra role models and shared values as Ndi Anambra, the Light of the nation.
He said that Governor Chukwuma Soludo through the instrumentality of the Anambra State Homeland Security Law 2025 has oke-ite and acquiring wealth by questionable means, that have been confusing the youth, unattractive and revealed that the ASTUC is facilitating
Anambra State Core Values and Responsible Citizenship Bill 2026 in support of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation’s drive to guide the value system of Anambra State.
The ASTUC Youth Mayor of Oyi council area, Sir Chinedu Nwokedi in his address, said that Anambra youths are facing three major crises of wrong role models, value erosion, unemployment and hopelessness, noting that if the youth follow people of questionable character, they will end up in destruction but if they follow men and women of proven integrity, enterprise and community service, they will become better citizens.
He, therefore, maintained that as they install these role models, they are making a statement that the Oyi council area has chosen a future built on hard work, integrity and community service.
Some of the awardees, Prince Collins Chendo, Chief John Agulue represented by Mr Damian Egwuonwu of the ABS, expressed deep gratitude to ASTUC for the recognition saying it would spur them to make more positive impact.
# Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, have arrested one Anuba Lucky Chisom, male, aged 39, from Amaputa, Isiala Ngwa North Abia State, for vandalism of an IHS-MTN telecom mast located at Okpuno, close to UNIZIK Temporary Site, Awka.
The suspect was apprehended on Thursday, October 15, 2026, following credible intelligence while operatives were on routine patrol within the area.
The NSCDC Anambra State Commandant, Comdt. Maku Olatunde, disclosed this while parading the suspect at the State Command Headquarters, Awka.
Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect belongs to a syndicate responsible for the rising wave of vandalism in the state. Meanwhile, the suspect has voluntarily confessed to having vandalized two other sites before now, blaming his action on unemployment.
The State Commandant commended the eagle eyes of the operatives and warned that the Corps will not tolerate vandalism of Critical National, State and Local Government Assets and Infrastructure.
He cautioned that unemployment is not a licence for crime, warning all economic saboteurs and vandals to relocate from Anambra State, as the Command will smoke them out and ensure they face the full wrath of the law.
# Many Nigerian students especially those from the South East and Anambra who are seeking advanced study opportunities in foreign universities have met multiple difficulties and disappointments including being fleeced by unverified agents who fail to deliver on their promises.
But these challenges and difficulties are becoming a thing of the past as the IDK-South East Global Education Fair, ISGEF, now provides intending students direct opportunities to meet and interact with these schools.
At the second edition which held at IDK University Pathways International Study Centre in Awka, attending students met and spoke face-to-face with representatives of over 44 Universities from across the world including University of York, Portsmouth University, London South Bank University, University of Newscastle, Sydney, University of Leicester including that of high commissions and embassies.
They were also exposed to the IDK-NCUK International Foundation Year programme- a qualification that guarantees them direct admission into the second year in over 87 partnering Universities.
According to the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Consultant of Integral Development Konsult, IDK, Mrs Chinwe Nweke, the education fair, with theme: “The world, your future: Connecting South East Nigerian Students to global education possibilities”, answers the numerous questions of parents and helps students begin world class foundation year at home, help them save up to 85% of the cost and alleviates the cultural fears of parents.
She advised students in the South-East not to be afraid to explore opportunities but to ask questions, explore, connect, see themselves as global citizens and know that the world awaits them.
The Chief Executive Officer of Northern Consult, NCUK University Pathways, Mr Stuart Smith represented the Client Success Manager for Africa and the Middle East, Roché Weyer, the NCUK International Foundation Year, which they partner with IDK to bring to interested students in South East Nigeria, bridges the gap between secondary school and university and helps students build the confidence and preparation they need.
# An Awka Chief Magistrate Court has ordered the remand of Nweke Friday, a suspected telecommunication mast vandal , to the Awka custodial centre after he was arraigned by NSCDC Anambra State Command.
The suspect, arrested at Esther Obiakor Estate, Agu-Awka, by operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, is facing three charges of stealing and criminal conspiracy to remove components of a telecommunication mast.
Speaking on the progress of the case to newsmen at the State Command Headquarters Awka on Thursday 15, October 2026, the NSCDC Anambra State Command Spokesman, Superintendent of Corps, Okadigbo Edwin said the Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Awka ordered that the suspect / defendant be remanded in prison custody pending the conclusion of the case.
Earlier, the NSCDC Prosecutor, Ifeanyi Nwokike, had told the Court that the suspect, with one other still at large, conspired among themselves to remove components of a telecommunications mast by loosening nuts and bolts, cutting D.C. cables, armoured cables and other materials, and moving same.
He said the offences contravened Sections 135, 353(2), and 495(a) of the Criminal Code, Revised Laws of Anambra State of Nigeria, 1991, as amended.
Reacting to the development, Commandant Maku Olatunde, the NSCDC Anambra State Commandant , reiterated the Corps’s zero-tolerance stance for vandalism. He described the act as economic sabotage that threatens lives and undermines national infrastructure.
He commended the vigilance of the NSCDC personnel involved in the arrest and assured that the Corps will not relent in the discharge of its core mandate.
