By Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige [www.sylviangige.com] Awka woke up on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, to a frightening reminder that the rain can quickly turn from a blessing into a threat. After hours of heavy rainfall, parts of the Anambra State capital were overwhelmed by flash floods, leaving motorists stranded, residents anxious and schoolchildren trapped in rising water. One of the most disturbing incidents …
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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 …
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By Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige [AWKA, July, 2026] Yesterday in Awka, bulldozers spoke louder than warnings. The Awka Capital Territory Development Agency, ACTDA, pulled down illegal shops and marked more structures for removal along Immigration Road and in Nibo. And honestly? It was long overdue. Let’s call it what it is. Some developers in Awka have been testing the system. Build under …
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By Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige [AWKA July 8, 2026] A lot of people think ACTDA only covers Awka town. Truth is, the Awka Capital Territory Development Authority oversees 23 towns across 6 LGAs in Anambra. From Agulu and Nri to Nimo, Ukpo, and Awgbu — your community might be on the list. Before you start any building project, get the necessary approval …
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Sylvia’s Story: From Proofreader to Publisher By Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige | https://.www.sylviangige.com [Awka, July 2026] AWKA— “Sylvia, nza mara gi tata. You will talk to us about your career as a journalist at our July Congress,” NUJ Anambra State Council Chairman, Dr. Emeka Odogwu, told me on the phone two days ago. I laughed. What, I wondered, was so special about …
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By Sylvia Tochukwu-Ngige | http://Sylviangige.com AWKA, Anambra State Friday, June 26, 2026 The Ifite-Awka area, a hub for students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, came under scrutiny on Friday as a Joint Tripartite Committee on Ifite-Awka Regeneration carried out a detailed inspection of hostels and infrastructure. Led by the Managing Director of the Awka Capital Territory Development Authority, ACTDA, Dr. Ossy …
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