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ANAMBRA HOS VISITS MINISTRY OF WOMEN AFFAIRS AGAIN, WARNS ON ABSENTEEISM, INSURBORDINATION. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE

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 Anambra HOS Visits Ministry of Women Affairs Again, Warns On Absenteeism, Insurbordination By Stella Anekwe The Anambra State Head of Service, Ngozi Anuli Iwouno Esq.,mni, on April 29, visited the Ministry of Women Affairs , 29 days after her first visit, warning workers of absenteeism and insurbordination. She frowned at the lack of respect and insubordination witnessed among the staff against the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, warning that if such is reported again, she would post out all the staff. She reminded the workers at the ministry of Women Affairs that the ministry is the gateway of the grassroots to the civil service hence, the workers should be puntual and service oriented always. She said that with the 216 lawyers in the Ministry of Justice that the civil service has enough lawyers for litigation against those flagrantly disobeying the civil service rules and code of service. She raised the issue of administrative query after documentation of absenteeism and ot...
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WORKERS’ DAY: ANAMBRA SPEAKER UDEZE HAILS WORKFORCE AS PILLARS OF DEVELOPMENT. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Workers’ Day: Anambra Speaker Udeze Hails Workforce as Pillars of Development By Chizoba Okeke  The Speaker, Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, has described workers in the state as dependable partners in progress and key drivers of economic growth. In a goodwill message to mark this year’s International Workers’ Day, Udeze commended Nigerian workers, particularly those in Anambra State, for their resilience, dedication, and invaluable contributions to nation-building. He noted that the workforce remains the backbone of the country’s development and the engine that sustains its economy. The Speaker lauded the commitment of Anambra workers in building a strong and efficient civil and public service system, emphasizing that the administration of Governor Chukwuma Soludo has created a conducive environment that promotes job satisfaction and security. Udeze further praised the state government for its ongoing reforms in the civil service, including impro...
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ANAMBRA ASSEMBLY PASSES COMMUTERS MANIFEST SCHEME BILL TO BOOST TRANSPORT SAFETY. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Anambra Assembly Passes Commuters Manifest Scheme Bill to Boost Transport Safety By Chizoba Okeke  The Anambra State House of Assembly, has passed the State Commuters Manifest Scheme Bill, 2026, in a move aimed at strengthening safety and improving the regulation of passenger transportation across the state. The bill, sponsored by the member representing Ihiala Constituency I and Chief Whip of the House, Hon. Jude Ngobili, seeks to establish a structured system for documenting passengers in commercial vehicles. The initiative is expected to enhance security, enable easier tracking of commuters, and promote orderliness within the state’s transport sector. During plenary, the legislation was subjected to detailed scrutiny at the Committee of the Whole, where lawmakers examined its provisions before adopting it. The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, subsequently read the bill for the third time, after which it received overwhelming support from members, paving th...
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LAGOS STATE LAUNCHES AFRICA'S FIRST FLOOD RISK INSURANCE POLICY TO PROTECT VULNERABLE RESIDENTS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 LAGOS STATE LAUNCHES AFRICA'S FIRST FLOOD RISK INSURANCE POLICY TO PROTECT VULNERABLE RESIDENTS Lagos State has taken a historic step toward climate resilience and social protection with the official launch of its pioneering Flood Risk Insurance Policy - the first initiative of its kind in Africa. The scheme is designed to deliver rapid financial support to vulnerable residents affected by flooding. Speaking at the high-level launch event held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Victoria Island, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu described the initiative as a bold shift from reactive disaster response to proactive risk management. He reaffirmed the State’s commitment to safeguarding lives, livelihoods, and critical infrastructure. “This initiative represents a decisive change in how we address climate risks. It ensures that when floods occur, support reaches affected communities swiftly, transparently, and with dignity,” the Governor stated. Represented by the Secretary to the State Gover...
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LAGOS MOJ ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF ADEBAYO HAROUN AS DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 LAGOS MOJ ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF ADEBAYO HAROUN AS DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS … Appoints Yetunde Ajayi As Director, Restorative Justice Centre The Lagos State Ministry of Justice has announced the appointment of Mr. Adebayo Haroun as Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), reinforcing its commitment to strengthening the administration of criminal justice in the State. The appointment, conveyed through an official memo from the Office of the Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary, reflects the Ministry’s strategic focus on enhancing prosecutorial efficiency, upholding the rule of law, and advancing justice sector reforms. Mr. Haroun, a Director (State Counsel) and seasoned legal practitioner and public prosecutor, previously served as Senior Special Assistant to the Honourable Attorney-General of Lagos State, Mr. Lawal Pedro, SAN. He has also served the Ministry in various capacities and possesses extensive experience in criminal litigation, case management, and legal advi...
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OGBOINBIRI CRISIS: GOV. DIRI SACKS PARAMOUNT RULER, CHIEFS SETS UP INTERIM GOVERNING COMMITTEE. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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Ogboinbiri Crisis: Gov. Diri Sacks Paramount Ruler, Chiefs Sets Up Interim Governing Committee  Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has directed the immediate removal of the paramount ruler of Ogboinbiri Community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, Chief Okosughe Benson Eseimokumo, following the intractable conflict in the community. Governor Diri, who wielded the axe on Thursday during the April 2026 Praise Night at the King of Glory Chapel in Government House, Yenagoa, also directed the immediate dissolution of the Ogboinbiri council of chiefs, community development committee and the youth body. The development followed Tuesday's violent dispute that led to the loss of life and arson attacks, prompting the state government to impose a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the community. The Bayelsa governor equally directed his deputy, Dr. Peter Akpe, and the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftancy Affairs, Chief Thompson Amule, to constitute an interim committee to ove...
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OREROKPE INCIDENT: NO LIVE AMMUNITION WAS DISCHARGED. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 PRESS RELEASE OREROKPE INCIDENT: NO LIVE AMMUNITION WAS DISCHARGED The Delta State Police Command wishes to address a misleading video currently circulating on social media alleging that police operatives discharged live ammunition and shot a civilian in Oviore, Orerokpe. The Command categorically states that this claim is false and misleading, as no live ammunition was fired.  On 30 April 2026 at about 1900 hours, a surveillance patrol team from Orerokpe Division, while on routine patrol within Okuodjedjere Community, attempted to apprehend a suspected drug user. The officers encountered resistance from some youths in the area, creating a tense situation. In a bid to safely disengage and prevent escalation, the officers deployed smoke canisters “TEAR GAS”, strictly as a crowd control measure. No live ammunition was discharged at any time during the incident. Regrettably, during the process, one of the smoke canisters struck a civilian on the leg, resulting in to injury. The ...
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