Anambra news 2017

Here are some notable news stories from Anambra State in 2017:

  1. 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).
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.