“The Igbo people are not worried about their fate” – Former Anambra governor

by Azubuike Azikiwe The impending reality that the South-East may not have any top leadership positions in the Senate and House of Representatives is apparently not a reason for concern among the people in the region. This was the sentiment of a former governor of Anambra State between 1992 and 1993, Chukwuemeka Ezeife. Although the... Read More

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April 20, 2015

Mahmud Jega: Transition in Nigeria is the political equivalent of Lassa fever

by Mahmud Jega The Federal Government and all 36 state governments in Nigeria are right now suffering from high body temperature caused by a political fever called transition. Fela used to say that different different fever na him dey; this transition fever also varies from one state to another. The first aspect of it,... Read More

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April 18, 2015

Today’s Daily Brief: Gunmen kidnap Rivers LG chairman, Buhari agrees with GEJ on xenophobic attacks, Rescheduled election holds in Anambra, and more

The Police Command in Rivers State has confirmed the abduction of Chief Cassidy Ikegbudu, Chairman, Caretaker Committee of Ahoada East Local Government Area. The command’s Public Relations Officer, Ahmad Muhammad, told the News Agency of Nigeria in Port Harcourt that Ikegbudu was abducted in the early hours of Saturday. Muhammad said the police had received report... Read More

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April 6, 2015

Many Igbo people supported PDP because… – Ngige explains

by Azubuike Azikiwe The former governor of Anambra State, Chris Ngige, has shed some light on why many Igbos supported the Peoples Democratic Party at the Presidential and National Assembly elections. Ngige also stated that being in the opposition party can be very frustrating. He said: “I must thank all those who remained steadfast in... Read More

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March 30, 2015

Opinion: The probability of Mr. Fani Kayode’s 23 states claim is very low

by Abdulmumin Ajia, Ola Adeola Both of the two major gladiators in this contest would most probably meet the constitutional threshold but the candidate with the majority vote between the two would end up being duly elected President. First off, why does Mr. Fani – kayode need to insult his opponents in order to get... Read More

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March 28, 2015

#NigeriaDecides: They tested all my fingers but it didn’t accept – Gov. Obiano laments

by Isi Esene The governor of Anambra State, Dr. Willie Obiano has expressed his displeasure at the conduct of the presidential elections in his state. Obiano who spoke this evening with ChannelsTV program dedicated to the coverage of the 2015 elections said the usage of the controversial Card Readers by the Independent National Electoral Commission... Read More

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March 3, 2015

Opinion: Does the Ndigbo agenda match the realities of elections 2015?

by Ugo Okeke It is heartbreaking that we the Igbos have become politically irrelevant and directionless. No one is interested in articulating an agenda that will move the zone forward. I visited my ancestral home, Ufuma in Anambra state this past weekend, and once again realised that a lot of Igbos haven’t moved past the... Read More

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March 2, 2015

Refund our money or we’ll defect to another party – Aggrieved aspirants threaten PDP

by Azubuike Azikiwe National and state assembly aspirants of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Anambra State, have threatened to defect to another political party if their party fails to refund them the nomination and screening fees paid before the controversial primaries of last year. The aspirants, who failed to secure the party’s ticket for... Read More

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February 1, 2015

2,000 APGA members dump party for PDP in Anambra

by Isi Esene About 2,000 members of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) have defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Onne, Akpu, Ogboji and Agbudu communities of Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra state. The defectors made the switch yesterday at a rally organised by the PDP candidate for Anambra South Senatorial district... Read More

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January 31, 2015

Peter & Paul Okoye pose for group photos at their father’s burial (LOOK)

by Anike Jacobs It is day two! Peter & Paul Okoye who buried their father in Anambra State yesterday are pictured with their beautiful wives rocking matching outfits… [it’s called ‘and co’]. Jude was also spotted with them, but his wifey, Ifeoma, could not make the trip – had to babysit her new born baby. Late... Read More

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January 24, 2015

YNaija Editorial: INEC, can you please take some responsibility?

INEC doesn’t appear to understand that this is not about the ego of its chairman, the reputation of its commissioners, or the short-term satisfaction of shouting down nay-sayers, this is about the enormous importance of the task ahead – conducting what is unarguably the most crucial and tightly contested election in the history of Nigeria.... Read More

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January 10, 2015

Buhari says he has just the right solution to Nigeria’s security problems

by Azubuike Azikiwe Muhammadu Buhari, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress restated his promise to end insecurity, if elected President in the February election. Buhari spoke at a rally held at Emmaus House, Awka, where he addressed the people of Anambra State as part of a national campaign tour, on Saturday, January 10. While speaking, he... Read More

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January 10, 2015

I reject any supporter who resorts to violence – Buhari condemns burning of GEJ’s campaign buses

by Kolapo Olapoju The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Muhammadu Buhari, has condemned the burning and destruction of the campaign buses of President Goodluck Jonathan, in Jos, Plateau. Earlier today, violence erupted in Jos, as some youths burned vehicles belonging to the president’s campaign. Buhari, who is in Anambra on his campaign tour, took... Read More

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December 25, 2014

Niger Bridge traffic: FRSC moves Zonal HQ from Benin to Asaba

by Iyobosa Omoregie Charles Akpabio, The Zonal Commanding Officer of Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), has announced the relocation of the FRSC’s zonal office from Benin to Asaba. Speaking in Onitsha, Anambra state, Akpabio said that the relocation of the office just after the Niger Bridge, was to ensure smooth traffic flow on the bridge. According to him,... Read More

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December 21, 2014

APGA gears up for the elections, as it pledges support for GEJ

by Azubuike Azikiwe Flags were presented to candidates of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA), who will be contesting on the platform of APGA for the Anambra State House of Assembly and National Assembly at a rally on Saturday in Awka. Among those who received flags was Victor Umeh, the party’s chairman, who is contesting... Read More

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December 6, 2014

Nigeria’s primary school net attendance ratio drops

by Tunji Andrews Indications have emerged that the primary school attendance ratio in Nigeria dropped by 2.3% between 20012 and 2014. In a report published by the National Bureau of statistics titled 2014 Millennium Development Goals (MDG) Survey Report and designed to track the Nation’s specific MDGs using specific indicators. It will be recalled that... Read More

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December 3, 2014

Man shoots wife dead for sleeping with native doctor

by Azubuike Azikiwe A man has reportedly shot his wife dead for having an affair with a native doctor. The incident occurred at Ezeaso Street, Odume-Obosi in Idemili North Council area of Anambra State The man, who’s name was not given, was fed up with his wife’s affair with the native doctor, which prompted him to shoot her... Read More

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October 27, 2014

Rice industry has attracted N256 billion investment – Agriculture Minister

by Kolapo Olapoju Going by the comments of Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, the rice sector has attracted N256 billion worth of investments in the last three years. The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development made this known during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Bank of Industry to facilitate the building of 10 rice... Read More

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October 24, 2014

12 HIV positive mothers give birth to HIV-free babies

by Chidi Okoye 12 HIV negative babies have been born to 12 HIV positive women attending antenatal health care at Saint Faith Hospital and Maternity, Awka, Anambra. The Matron of the hospital, Mrs Chisom Ezulike, disclosed this to Journalists Alliance for Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV in Nigeria (JAPiN), Anambra state chapter, in... Read More

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October 22, 2014

We like Peter Obi’s response to Bianca Ojukwu

by Chidi Okoye Former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has reacted to the comments of Nigerian Ambassador to Spain, Mrs Bianca Ojukwu, over his recent defection from the All Progressives Grand Alliance to the People’s Democratic Party. On Monday, 20 October, the Ambassador had expressed disappointment over the defection of Obi, saying he betrayed... Read More

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October 21, 2014

Lagos state objects process, as Igbo deportation case is adjourned

by Jewel Stephen A Federal High Court in Lagos on Monday adjourned till Feb. 10, 2015 hearing in a suit filed by seven persons deported by the Lagos State Government over alleged breach of their fundamental rights. The plaintiffs are Joseph Aniebonam, Osondu Mbuto, Osondu Agwu, Nnenna Ogbonna, Emily Okoroariri, Friday Ndukwe and Onyeka Ugwu. They... Read More

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October 18, 2014

Anambra youths may be jungle-bound, as Governor Obiano visits Ultimate search contestants

by Azubuike Azikiwe The youths of Anambra state may be having a feel of the jungle in the nearest future, going by the comments of the Governor of the state, Willie Obiano, when he visited the contestants of the Gulder Ultimate Search. On Friday, 10 October, Obiano paid a surprise visit to the contestants of 11th... Read More

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October 11, 2014

THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Anambra Speaker gets passes from men | PDP starts sale of forms | Ngilari is guaranteed PDP protection | More stories

As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. Anambra Speaker gets passes from men. Nation PDP governors may confront Jonathan soon. Nation Osun APC and PDP are at it again. Nation Fayemi says he wants peace to reign. Leadership PDP is ready... Read More

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October 8, 2014

Peter Obi drops his cockerel and finds shelter under the umbrella

by Azubuike Azikiwe Former Anambra state governor, Peter Obi, has joined the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Mr Obi’s change of allegiance came on Monday after leaders of the the PDP held a meeting with him at his home in Onitsha. The PDP delegation was by the deputy Senate president, Senator Ike Ekwerumadu. Speaking to... Read More

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October 4, 2014

Today’s Daily Brief: Saraki wants Gov. Ahmed back, Peter Obi speaks on wasteful spending, and more

We deliver your news brief for Tuesday, October 4, 2014. Immediate past governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, has blamed high cost of governance in Nigeria to the inability of government officials to curb wasteful expenditure that do not contribute to economic growth and wellbeing of the citizens. Speaking at the World Bank... Read More

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September 29, 2014

The defection train rumbles on as PDP lawmaker joins APGA in Anambra

by Azubuike Azikiwe The man representing Anambra East and West Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Chriscato Ameke, and over one thousand members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have defected to the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). The former PDP members made their move at Otuocha, Anambra East Local Government Area where state... Read More

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September 27, 2014

1 dead, 20 injured and 1 trapped as another building collapses in Anambra

by Azubuike Azikiwe One person was killed and about 20 others were injured when a three-storey building under construction collapsed at Eziora village, Adazi-Ani in Anaocha local council area of Anambra state yesterday. The building is owned by the children of transport boss, Chief GU Okeke. Over 25 persons were working on the building site when it... Read More

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September 22, 2014

@WillieMObiano defeats Ngige, Nwoye at the Supreme Court

by Laila Ibrahim Governor of Anambra State, Willie Obiano has again trounced his opponents, Chris Ngige (APC) and Tony Nwoye (PDP) who challenged his victory at the Supreme Court. Both opponents of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) candidate had dragged him to the Appeal Court to challenge his 2013 gubernatorial victory. Seven justices of the... Read More

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September 16, 2014

Forget ‘bush meat’, eat ‘insects’ || Professor advise Nigerians to embrace consumption of insects

by Azubuike Azikiwe A professor has advised Nigerians to embrace insects as an alternative to ‘bush meat’, a carrier of the Ebola virus disease. Professor Chukwunenye Anene, Dean, Faculty of Natural Sciences in Anambra State University, said ‘insects’ are an alternative rich sources of protein. Anene dished out the counsel on Tuesday, 16 September, during an... Read More

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“The Igbo people are not worried about their fate” – Former Anambra governor

Mahmud Jega: Transition in Nigeria is the political equivalent of Lassa fever

Today’s Daily Brief: Gunmen kidnap Rivers LG chairman, Buhari agrees with GEJ on xenophobic attacks, Rescheduled election holds in Anambra, and more

Many Igbo people supported PDP because… – Ngige explains

Opinion: The probability of Mr. Fani Kayode’s 23 states claim is very low

#NigeriaDecides: They tested all my fingers but it didn’t accept – Gov. Obiano laments

Opinion: Does the Ndigbo agenda match the realities of elections 2015?

Refund our money or we’ll defect to another party – Aggrieved aspirants threaten PDP

2,000 APGA members dump party for PDP in Anambra

Peter & Paul Okoye pose for group photos at their father’s burial (LOOK)

YNaija Editorial: INEC, can you please take some responsibility?

Buhari says he has just the right solution to Nigeria’s security problems

I reject any supporter who resorts to violence – Buhari condemns burning of GEJ’s campaign buses

Niger Bridge traffic: FRSC moves Zonal HQ from Benin to Asaba

APGA gears up for the elections, as it pledges support for GEJ

Nigeria’s primary school net attendance ratio drops

Man shoots wife dead for sleeping with native doctor

Rice industry has attracted N256 billion investment – Agriculture Minister

12 HIV positive mothers give birth to HIV-free babies

We like Peter Obi’s response to Bianca Ojukwu

Lagos state objects process, as Igbo deportation case is adjourned

Anambra youths may be jungle-bound, as Governor Obiano visits Ultimate search contestants

THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Anambra Speaker gets passes from men | PDP starts sale of forms | Ngilari is guaranteed PDP protection | More stories

Peter Obi drops his cockerel and finds shelter under the umbrella

Today’s Daily Brief: Saraki wants Gov. Ahmed back, Peter Obi speaks on wasteful spending, and more

The defection train rumbles on as PDP lawmaker joins APGA in Anambra

1 dead, 20 injured and 1 trapped as another building collapses in Anambra

@WillieMObiano defeats Ngige, Nwoye at the Supreme Court

Forget ‘bush meat’, eat ‘insects’ || Professor advise Nigerians to embrace consumption of insects

Northerners should stop accusing Ihejerika of sponsoring Boko Haram – Igbo groups are angry

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