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Anambra State Government Clarifies Misleading Announcements Regarding Women’s Attire.
In recent developments, the Anambra State Government has issued a statement addressing misleading announcements circulating in local communities, particularly in Abagana, Njikoka Local Government Area. These announcements, conveyed through town criers, suggested that the government intended to arrest women who were found moving about without pants and bras.
The backdrop to this confusion lies in the recent enactment of the Anambra Homeland Security Law, which aims to combat criminal activities, particularly those involving native doctors who engage in wealth rituals or provide protective charms to criminals. The law also mandates the identification of non-indigenes residing in various communities, placing the onus on landlords to be aware of their neighbors.
While the government acknowledges the community’s efforts to abolish the practices of fraudulent native doctors and to register genuine practitioners, it has firmly denied any plans to pursue women based on their attire. Mazi Ejimofor Opara, the Senior Special Adviser to the Governor on New Media, emphasized that such announcements are not sanctioned by the state government or its security agencies. He stated, “Such trivial matters do not have any legal support and cannot be the focus of the State government or its law enforcement agencies at this time.”
The government urges citizens to disregard these distracting claims and to remain vigilant in supporting law enforcement efforts to address genuine criminal activities. The emphasis remains on fostering community safety and cooperation, reinforcing the message: “If you see something, say something.”
In conclusion, while the government does not condone indecent dressing, it is committed to addressing more pressing issues affecting the security and well-being of Anambra State.
The Nigerian highlife music scene mourns the loss of Chief Mike Ejeagha, who passed away on Friday evening at the age of 95. Confirmed by his eldest son, Emma, the legendary musician died at the 32 Garrison Hospital in Enugu after a prolonged illness.
Born on April 4, 1930, in Enugu State, Ejeagha, popularly known as “Gentleman Mike Ejeagha,” achieved prominence between the 1960s and 1980s. His distinctive style of Igbo folk music produced enduring hits such as Omekagu, Uwa Mgbede Ka Mma, and Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche (Gwogwogwongwo).
Ejeagha’s contribution to Igbo culture is immense, with over 300 recordings archived in the National Archives of Nigeria. A recent viral dance challenge in 2024, featuring his 1983 track “Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche,” introduced his work to a new generation.
His passing marks the end of an era, but Mike Ejeagha’s legacy remains firmly etched in Nigerian highlife music.
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth wing has voiced strong condemnation regarding the reported summoning of Mr. Chijioke Ezugwu, the Uzo-Uwani local government chairman, by the Enugu State police command. This follows recent violence in Uzo-Uwani, where suspected herdsmen have allegedly killed numerous residents, prompting local security efforts.
According to reports, Mr. Ezugwu was questioned regarding alleged killings of herdsmen. Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide President, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike, has called the summon unacceptable, lamenting the perceived lack of police action against the alleged perpetrators of the Uzo-Uwani attacks while criticizing the swiftness in summoning the council chairman.
Mr. Okwu stated that the situation in Uzo-Uwani is underreported and severe, marked by frequent abductions and attacks. He criticized the police for allegedly failing to apprehend those responsible for violence, including the murder of an elderly couple. He further asserted that the police’s actions may be perceived as emboldening criminals. The group has urged the Enugu State Police Command to address these allegations. They warn that continued “harassment” of the council chairman could result in widespread protests by Igbo youths.
In a significant operation against crude oil theft, the Nigerian Navy has successfully discovered and disconnected a wellhead linked to pipelines utilized for illicit siphoning of crude oil. The announcement, made via the Nigerian Navy’s verified Facebook page, detailed the operation conducted by Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Pathfinder on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
The NNS Pathfinder patrol team also uncovered and deactivated eight illegal refinery sites in Egbema, Rivers State. The operation resulted in the dismantling of 26 refining ovens, 30 reservoirs, and 32 dugout pits containing substantial quantities of illegally acquired crude oil and illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO).
Furthermore, on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, Nigerian Navy Ship Delta discovered and deactivated 16 dug-out pits and numerous sacks filled with large volumes of stolen crude oil in the Obodo Omadino community, Warri South-West Local Government Area, Delta State.
These operations highlight the Nigerian Navy’s ongoing commitment to combating crude oil theft and illegal refining activities, which have significant detrimental effects on the nation’s economy and environment. The dismantling of these illegal infrastructures represents a crucial step in curbing these illicit activities and safeguarding Nigeria’s resources.
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