Tragedy Strikes Anambra: Building Collapse at Eke Amawbia Market Leaves Multiple Feared Dead, Rescue Operation Underway

Awka, Nigeria – A devastating building collapse at Eke Amawbia Market in Awka, the capital of Nigeria’s Anambra State, has left many people feared dead and several more possibly trapped. The incident occurred around noon on Thursday, causing immediate panic and urgent rescue operations. According to eyewitnesses, the structure, a two-storey shop building primarily used by vegetable traders, failed suddenly and disastrously. Early reports from the scene indicate that at least one individual has been …

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Armed Robbery Gang Member Shot Dead by Anambra State Police at Checkpoint

Anambra State, Nigeria – An unidentified member of a four-man robbery gang was fatally shot by police officers at a checkpoint in the Igboukwu community of Aguata Local Government Area. The suspect was killed after pulling out a pistol in an attempt to shoot the officers. The incident occurred on Sunday, and the remaining three members of the gang were also apprehended. Police recovered a Barreta pistol and a dagger from the suspects. According to …

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