Anambra news 2017
Here are some notable news stories from Anambra State in 2017:
- Governor Willie Obiano's Re-Election: In November 2017, Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State was re-elected for a second term, defeating his closest rival, Oseloka Obaze of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
- Anambra State Government's Anti-Cultism War: In 2017, the Anambra State Government launched a crackdown on cultism in the state, leading to the arrest and prosecution of several suspected cultists.
- Kidnapping and Robbery: There were several cases of kidnapping and robbery in Anambra State in 2017, with many victims being taken from their homes or while traveling on the roads.
- Floods and Landslides: Heavy rainfall in 2017 led to flooding and landslides in some parts of Anambra State, causing damage to properties and displacing some residents.
- Anambra International Cargo Airport: In 2017, the Anambra State Government announced plans to build a new international cargo airport in the state, which was expected to boost the state's economy and create jobs.
- Anambra State Government's Agricultural Programmes: The Anambra State Government launched several agricultural programmes in 2017, aimed at increasing food production and improving the livelihoods of farmers in the state.
- Anambra State University's Accreditation: In 2017, the Anambra State University (ANSU) was accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC), paving the way for the university to offer degree programmes.
- Anambra State Government's Road Construction: The Anambra State Government constructed several roads in 2017, including the Awka-Enugu Expressway, the Onitsha-Enugu Expressway, and the Nnewi-Enugu Road.
- Anambra State Government's Health Programmes: The Anambra State Government launched several health programmes in 2017, aimed at improving healthcare services in the state and reducing maternal and child mortality rates.
- Anambra State Government's Education Programmes: The Anambra State Government launched several education programmes in 2017, aimed at improving access to education in the state and increasing the literacy rate.
These are just a few of the many news stories that made headlines in Anambra State in 2017.