Obi’s defection to PDP has vindicated me – Ngige

              Former governor of Anambra State and Senator represent­ing Anambra Cen­tral, Dr. Chris Ngige, yes­terday said the defection of his successor, Chief Peter Obi, from All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has vindicat­ed his long time statement that the former governor was only doing business with APGA. Ngige, who spoke to newsmen in Awka recalled that on several occasions he (Ngige) had said that those leading APGA were traders and were there to trade with the party.

Obiano Snubs Obi At A Public Function



During the burial of remains of a former Catholic Bishop of Awka, Rev. Simon Okafor, were laid to rest yesterday at his home town, Ifitedunu, in Dunukofia Local Government Area of Anambra State, Ashiwaju.org noticed the cold salutation close to a snub between the immediate past Governor of Anambra state, Chief Peter Obi and his successor Governor Willie Obiano  .
At the funeral service at St. Patrick Cathedral in Awka, were former Vice-President Alex Ekwueme, his wife Beatrice; Anambra State Governor Willie Obiano and his predecessor, Peter Obi.

Reaction Trails Obi's Exit From APGA

National Chairman of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) Chief Willie Obiano and state Chairman of APGA , Chief Mike Kwentor were yesterday mum on the decamping of Chief Peter Obi to PDP.
Efforts to get their reaction could not yield success , so said Odogwuemekaodogwu.blogspot.com.
But the immediate past Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, did not voluntarily leave the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) as facts emerged that he was forced out.

Anambra Speaker, Nwaebili Apologies To Journalists

Anambra Speaker , Right Hon Chinwe Nwaebili this evening openly apologized to journalists on a comments attributed to her for saying ‘’common journalist’’ is challenging her intention to run for the office of the House of Representatives for Ogbaru constituency where  Honourable  Afam Ogene a former Editor of The Source Magazine is currently occupying.

Another Demolition of Kidnap Den In Anambra With Mix Feelings

Governor of Anam­bra State, Chief Willie Obiano has re-inforced his determination to rid the state of all forms of criminal elements as secu­rity operatives of Operation Kpochapu scaled up the de­molition of criminal infra­structure with the knock­ing down of two buildings allegedly used for kidnap activities.

Mbido Igbo Association Honours Ezeemo with Agboma Ndi Award

By Abuchi Onwumelu
A socio-cultural Igbo Organization with the name Mbido Igbo Association has honoured a frontline politician, job creator and former governorship candidate of Progressive People Alliance (PPA), in the last concluded gubernatorial election in Anambra State, Mr. Godwin Chukwunenye Ezeemo with Agboma Ndi award for his role in promoting Igbo language and culture.
Presenting the award, the national chairman of the group Mazi Okafouzu Ugochukwu said Ezeemo had distinguished himself from others through his burning passion for the promotion of Igbo tradition, genuine philanthropy and selfless service to humanity noting that the group would continue to reorganize and honour people like him (Ezeemo) for their exceptional love and dedication to the cause of Ndi Igbo.

More Facts Emerge on Why Obi Left APGA

Following mixed reactions on the joining of the PDP by the former Governor of Anambra, Mr. Peter Obi, more facts have emerged on what informed his decision.

Speaking to journalists during an interactive session with Igbo group in Lagos State, Obi said "There is nothing wrong with APGA and my joining the PDP has nothing to do with APGA. I enjoy cordial relationship with Chief Willie Obiano and the Government is doing well. I will continue to support him in building a better Anambra State for the good of the children of the State."

Malala and Kailash Satyarthi win Nobel Peace prize

Pakistani child education activist Malala Yousafzai and Indian child rights activist Kailash Satyarthi have won the Nobel Peace prize.
At 17, Malala is the youngest recipient of the prize.

Bishop Ezeokafor Blesses Renovated St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral Parish--… Inaugurates Holy Childhood Association

BY ABUCHI IFESINACHI, AWKA
The Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, His Lordship Most Rev. Dr. Paulinus Chukwuemeka Ezeokafor has blessed and re-dedicated the St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral, Parish, Awka to God, with a call on Christians to exhibit transparency in all they do even as he charged them to build themselves spiritually as much as they build places of worship for God.

Oyedepo Emerges As World Richest Pastor

No surprise here. The General Overseer of Winners Chapel, Bishop Oyedepo is the richest pastor in the world according to a list that was released yesterday by Richestlifestyle.com. Out of the 10 richest pastors in the world as of 2014, 5 of them are Nigerians. See the list after the cut...
Here is the top 10 richest pastors in the world as of 2014.