By Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige [www.sylvianguge.com] Ideas, concerns and aspirations for a better Awka Capital city took centre stage as the ACCIONA Group, the Spanish firm appointed by the African Development Bank (AfDB), in collaboration with the AfDB and the Awka Capital Territory Development Authority (ACTDA), convened a Priority-Setting Workshop for the Awka 2.0 project. The workshop, held at the Awka South …

By Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige [www.sylviangige.com] August 26, 2026, will remain etched in Nepal’s history as a day of unimaginable destruction. A devastating flash flood unleashed by a collapse in the high Himalayas has ripped through communities along the Nepal-Tibet border, leaving a trail of death, destruction and despair. Water, mud, ice and massive rocks came rushing down the mountains with terrifying …

By Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige  [www sylviangige.com] Every city we admire for its clean streets, functioning drainage systems, safe buildings and orderly neighbourhoods was not built by government alone. It happened because citizens and authorities agreed on one important principle: rules matter. There are 14 ways citizens can build a better and safer Awka that will last for a very long time. …

Report: By Chukwuka Ugokwe Edited with analysis by: Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige |  sylviangige.com Color, rhythm, and pride filled the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Umuawulu/Mbaukwu, Awka South LGA as Anambra NYSC 2026 Cultural Carnival Promotes Unity. The event was a celebration of Nigeria’s rich diversity. From traditional dances to symbolic displays, Corps Members represented different ethnic groups in inter-platoon competitions that …

Report: By Chukwuka Ugokwe Edited with analysis by: Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige sylviangige.com A Nigerian woman is taking on a bigger role on the global stage. Professor Adaeze JUNi Menakaya has been appointed Deputy Permanent Observer (Projects and Coordination) to the Permanent Observer Mission ofDeputy the Pan African Inter-Governmental Agency for Water and Sanitation for Africa to the United Nations The appointment places …

Prof. Orogbu Empowers Constituents with Cars, Buses Report: Chukwuka Ugokwe Edited with analysis by: Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige, sylviangige.com [Awka, August 11, 2026] The member representing Awka North/South Federal Constituency of Anambra State in the House of Representatives, Prof. Lilian Orogbu, has distributed various empowerment items to constituents drawn from communities across the constituency. The items distributed included cars, shuttle buses, tricycles, …

Report: By Stella Obi Edited with analysis: By Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige                                                             [Kigali, August 7, 2026] The serene city of Kigali, Rwanda is hosting Catholic media practitioners from across the seven continents …

Report: Chukwuka Ugokwe, Ministry of Information, Anambra State Edited with analysis by: Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige, sylviangige.com [Nnewi, August 7, 2026] The Nigeria Veterinary Medical Association, NVMA, Anambra State Chapter, has called on the Anambra State Government to establish a standalone Ministry of Veterinary Services and Livestock Development to drive sustainable growth in the sector. The association said the creation of the Ministry …

Another Year Of God’s Faithfulness By Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige There are certain dates that live in a mother’s heart.  You don’t need a reminder on your phone. Your child will remind you. For days.  “Don’t forget August 3.”  “And I want that cake. The one with candies.”  That’s my son.  One of the things that still gives children pure, unfiltered joy …

By Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige [AWKA, July 31, 2026]. A house without a plan becomes a slum. A city without planning become chaos. That is the warning — and the promise — coming from the Awka Capital Territory Development Authority, ACTDA, as Anambra’s population continues to grow. ACTDA has very strong role to play in building orderly and livable communities in Awka Capital …