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By Madu Obi The Anambra State chapter of the Labour Party, LP, has congratulated the national leadership of the party on the historic judgment delivered by Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, affirming the Nenadi Usman–led Caretaker Committee as the valid leadership of the Labour Party. The party said the landmark judgment was anchored on the previous decision of the Supreme Court, describing it as a victory for constitutionalism, internal democracy, and the rule of law in political party administration. Anambra State chairman of LP, Peter Okoye, in a statement in Awka, said that by directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately recognize the Nenadi Usman–led Caretaker Committee as the only valid authority to represent the Labour Party pending a national convention, the court has conclusively resolved all leadership disputes. The Federal High Court had, in its ruling, affirmed that the tenure of the former national chairman of LP, Julius Abure, had expired and dismissed claims that the matter was non-justiciable. Okoye said: "Justice Lifu’s ruling confirms that the Caretaker Committee is lawful and necessary, arising directly from the Supreme Court’s pronouncements and resolutions of the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC). The Anambra State chapter regards this judgment as a watershed moment and a reaffirmation of the party’s commitment to justice, order, and progressive ideals. It is a call to unity, organisation, and collective advancement in service of Nigerians who see the Labour Party as the vehicle for national renewal. We urge all party members in Anambra State to remain steadfast and focused. The storms are behind us. The future is bright. With unity and disciplined mobilisation, the party is well-positioned for decisive victories in Anambra State and beyond. History has shown once again that the Labour Party stands on the side of justice—and justice has prevailed". While congratulating the national leadership of the Labour Party, he assured its members that a new chapter has begun.

By Madu Obi The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has congratulated the renowned diplomat and former Secretary General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, on the occasion of his 93rd birthday. In a message, Governor Soludo described Anyaoku as an eminent patriarch of diplomacy, a statesman of global reckoning, and a national treasure whose life’s work has brought immense pride to Nigeria and, in particular, to his beloved Anambra State. "His illustrious tenure as the third Commonwealth Secretary-General remains a master class in international leadership, conflict resolution, and the steadfast advocacy for democracy, human rights, and sustainable development. Across the world, he embodied the finest values of our homeland: wisdom, integrity, and an uncompromising loyalty to the common good", the governor said. He observed that at home, Chief Anyaoku has continued to be an inspiration to many, adding that "his counsel, borne of profound experience and deep love for selfless service, remains an invaluable asset in our collective quest for a progressive Anambra and united Nigeria." The governor noted that Anyaoku is being celebrated not just because he is aging gracefully, but because of the extraordinary impact and legacy he has bequeathed to Nigeria, Africa and the world. .

By Madu Obi The Anambra State Police operatives attached to Rapid Response Squad Awkuzu have arrested one Friday Akonobi, 28, in connection with the abduction and murder of a six-year old girl, in an ongoing case linked to an Enugu State based native doctor, Obieze Ezeani. Anambra State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga said preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect was allegedly involved in the abduction of Late Miss Ozioma Nwankwo, the six-year old girl who was abducted on 10th May, 2025, from Ikwo local government area of Ebonyi State. In a statement, the PPRO said: "During interrogation, the suspect allegedly confessed to committing the crime in collaboration with four other accomplices currently at large. He stated that the victim was taken to Enugu to the native doctor Obieze Ezeani, and claimed that he and his accomplices acted as agents for him as he paid them the sum of One million Naira (₦1,000,000.00) each for any virgin girl brought to him. He further stated that the victim was murdered and used for rituals. The suspect also stated that the said native doctor has since been arrested by operatives of the Enugu State Police Command, a development that has generated public attention following the circulation of related videos on social media." Ikenga assured that the Anambra State Police Command would intensive efforts to arrest the remaining suspects and ensure that all those involved were brought to justice.