Anambra News

 Be a Shining Light in Your Community, ASATU Youth President Urges Community Youth Leaders  By Vincent O Ezechukwu The President General of the Youth Wing of Anambra State Association of Town Unions (ASATU Youth) Comrade Ken Okoli, has urged youth leaders in the 179 communities in the State to be the light shining in their communities, to have a new mindset and prepare for higher leadership position. Speaking during a Two-day Leadership Workshop organized by the youth based association in collaboration with the office of the Accountant General of the Local Government held on 5th and 6th June 2025 at ASATU Secretariat, Old Government House Awka, Okoli explained that the Training workshop was organized to prepare the community youth leaders for higher leadership position and to take responsibility in deepening the key pillars of Governor Soludo's administration, noting that the capacity building is to highlight the role of community youth leaders in community development. Comrad...

 INFERIORITY COMPLEX OR IGNORANCE? By Mazi Ejimofor Opara “The last State visit by a President was in 2012, ostensibly to commission a brewery and another private enterprise”… Gov. Soludo.  I don’t want to dwell too long on this conversation. This is solely because I find nothing to it beyond what was stated. Soludo’s speech had three clear dimensions for those who read it with an open mind. First, was its historical context which established Mr President as a long time friend and gave factual insight into when a similar visit took place in the State and the reason for it. The second dimension is the strategic principles that showed the nexus between the broader analysis of where both Tinubu and Soludo find a common ground. The third is the ideological dimension that spoke to the progressive stance that unite the foremost progressive party and largest progressive party in the country.  Of these three dimensions, a few merchants of crisis have elected to infuse their thoug...

Commissioner for Agriculture, Ihejiofor Inaugurates Anambra Community Young Farmers Forum to Boost Food Security By Okpala Chinedu Vincent  Awka, February 15, 2025– The Anambra State Association of Town Unions (ASATU) Youth Wing, under the leadership of Comr. Ken Okoli, facilitated the establishment of Anambra Community Young Farmers Forum (ACYFF) to join Mr Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s Farm-to-Feed initiative and the First Lady’s Healthy Living With Nonye Soludo Farm project. The inauguration, which took place at the ASATU Secretariat Hall, Government House, Awka in the first general meeting of the year, marks a significant step towards enhancing food production and empowering young people in agriculture.   Speaking at the event, Comr. Okoli emphasized that the ACYFF was established to provide a hub for young farmers in Anambra State to leverage on to boast their farming activities, which will tackle rising food scarcity, increase agricultural output, and explore export op...

"Who Say Men No Dey?” Agunechemba Has Come to Stay By Izuchukwu Adichie A noteworthy aspect of Anambra’s newly established security outfit is its distinctive name, "Agunechemba." This name, rooted in the Igbo language, translates to "the lion that guards the city" or "the lion that guides the nation." It draws inspiration from local culture and carries profound significance, embodying the concept of a protector—a steadfast guardian of the land. It symbolizes strength and resolve, reflecting a commitment to safeguarding the well-being of the homeland. Agunechemba represents a significant commitment to ensuring that Ndi Anambra feels secure and cared for under the Soludo administration. The 0.01 % who are criminals cannot define the 99.1 % of us who are hardworking. With the establishment of Agunechemba, our people can rest assured that they can continue to live peacefully and confidently, engaging in learning, investment, work, leisure and enjoyment. S...

  ASATU Youth Activates Diaspora Arm,  Celebrates Community Role Models By Vincent Ezechukwu  The Youth wing of Anambra State Association of Town Unions, (ASATU Youth) on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 activated its diaspora arm, while celebrating Youth Role Models across the 179 communities in the state. During the well attended event held at Prof. Dora Akunyili Women Development Center, Awka, Anambra State, the President General of the association, Comrade Ken Okoli emphasized that the community youth Role Models being celebrated are those who have initiated impactful community development projects in their various communities, aligning it with Prof. Chukwuma Soludo's value reorientation programme in Anambra State. The association, equally used the occasion to unveil compendium of Star Role Models and Community Role Models, a document that celebrates individuals whose developmental initiatives have positively impacted their communities. In the same vein, the President Genera...

 2025: A FULL YEAR OF EXECUTION AND NO DISTRACTION By Izuchukwu Adichie The politicians who are currently preparing for the 2025 gubernatorial election against Soludo are setting themselves up for a resounding defeat. Soludo remains steadfast in his commitment to delivering good governance. In Anambra state, 2025 is an election calendar year, providing his government with a unique opportunity to execute its plans with full determination, and with eyes on the ball. I couldn't agree more. The Soludo administration is definitely on the right track and the year 2025 is critical for the commencement, completion, and commissioning of projects. With Soludo at the helm, there is no doubt that he is fully committed to continuously delivering maximum benefits for ndi Anambra. His focus on tangible results and prioritizing execution is commendable and it is evident that he intends to fulfill the promises made to the people and build a brighter future for the state. What is impressive is the f...