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Here are some of the latest news updates from Anambra State, Nigeria:
Breaking News
- Anambra Guber Election: INEC Announces Date for Supplementary Polls: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that supplementary polls will hold in 336 polling units in Anambra State on March 19, 2022, to determine the winner of the governorship election.
- Anambra State Government Commences Construction of 10,000-Bed Capacity Hospital: The Anambra State Government has commenced the construction of a 10,000-bed capacity hospital in Awka, the state capital. The hospital is expected to be completed within the next 24 months.
Politics
- APC Chieftain, Andy Uba, Loses at Supreme Court: The Supreme Court has dismissed the appeal filed by Andy Uba, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), challenging the outcome of the Anambra governorship election.
- PDP Chieftain, Valentine Ozigbo, Congratulates Soludo on Election Victory: Valentine Ozigbo, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has congratulated Professor Chukwuma Soludo, the winner of the Anambra governorship election, on his victory.
Crime
- Police Arrest 10 Suspects over Kidnapping of Anambra Monarch: The Anambra State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects in connection with the kidnapping of a traditional ruler in the state.
- Anambra State Government Commences Operation to Flush Out Criminals: The Anambra State Government has commenced an operation to flush out criminals from the state, following a surge in cases of kidnapping, armed robbery, and other crimes.
Economy
- Anambra State Government to Establish 10,000-Unit Housing Estate: The Anambra State Government has announced plans to establish a 10,000-unit housing estate in Awka, the state capital, to address the housing needs of residents.
- Anambra State Government to Revive Akanu Ibiam International Airport: The Anambra State Government has announced plans to revive the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu State, which is located near the Anambra border.
Education
- Anambra State Government to Establish 10 New Technical Colleges: The Anambra State Government has announced plans to establish 10 new technical colleges in the state to promote technical education and skills acquisition.
- Anambra State Government to Revamp Education Sector: The Anambra State Government has announced plans to revamp the education sector in the state, including the construction of new schools and the provision of educational facilities.
These are some of the latest news updates from Anambra State, Nigeria. Please note that the news may be subject to change as new developments emerge.