Anambra-based entrepreneur and popular TikTok personality, Ifesinachi Onyekere, widely known as “Fish Magnet”, has been murdered by unidentified gunmen following his abduction in Awka on Monday night.

According to eyewitness accounts, the assailants stormed Onyekere’s residence around 10:30 p.m. on July 29, shot him in the leg, and forced him into his Toyota Corolla before fleeing the scene.

While police and other security agencies have yet to release an official statement, multiple sources confirm that Onyekere’s lifeless body has been discovered. The exact location of where the body was found remains undisclosed for security reasons.

Onyekere, a prominent figure on social media, used his TikTok platform to promote catfish farming and export, gaining national attention for his entrepreneurial spirit and youth empowerment initiatives. His death marks a disturbing escalation in the spate of kidnappings and killings targeting business owners in the Southeast region.

In response to the tragedy, social media activist and influencer, VeryDarkMan, has announced plans to hold a candlelight vigil in Onyekere’s honor on August 4 in Anambra State.

“This is not just about Fish Magnet. It’s about every young Nigerian trying to survive and make an honest living,” VeryDarkMan said in a post.

The killing of Onyekere has sparked outrage on social media, with calls for increased government action on insecurity and protection of businesses.

This incident adds to the growing concerns over safety in Anambra and other parts of Nigeria, particularly as violent crimes continue to threaten local businesses and young innovators.

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‎A pregnant nurse, whose identity is yet to be ascertained, has been allegedly killed for ritual purposes in Anambra

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‎The slain nurse was allegedly killed by one Mr Chiemelie Oborji(Obitex) in Umueri village, Ogbunike, in Oyi Local Government Area of the State.
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‎The suspect reportedly lured the nurse to his home after lying to her that he needed her to come and treat his ailing mother.
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‎A narrator in a viral Facebook video said that hardly had the woman arrived when she was butchered by the suspect, who reportedly fled the scene immediately afterwards.
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‎An indigene of the community, posting under the name Iroko Ogbunike, claimed the victim’s body showed that vital organs had been removed before she was dumped in a pit near the suspect’s compound.

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‎“Unconfirmed news also suggests that parts of the nurse’s body were missing, raising strong suspicions of a ritual killing.
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‎“The entire community is in shock as security agencies intensify efforts to track down the suspect.”
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‎The video, posted online showed some individuals from the community pulling the dead woman’s body out of the pit she was dumped.
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‎One of the youths involved in recovering the body was heard lamenting the “unjust treatment” and declaring the alleged suspect, Chiemelie, “wanted in the entire community.”
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‎Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Command has yet to release any statement on the incident.

An 18-year-old apprentice in Anambra State has reportedly impregnated 10 girls in just five months, including his master’s daughter and a salesgirl. The young man was initially sent to learn a trade under a master, but within three months, he allegedly got his boss’s daughter and the salesgirl pregnant, leading to his dismissal from the apprenticeship.

The state Commissioner for Women and Social Welfare, Ify Obinabo, disclosed the incident in a live video on social media yesterday. Obinabo revealed that the situation worsened after the apprentice returned to his village, saying: “I want advice from the public because this one is beyond my capacity. This boy was sent to learn a trade at the age of 18 and three months of apprenticeship, and he impregnated his master’s daughter and his salesgirl. He was sent packing. Two months after that, he impregnated eight other girls in the village.”

Obinabo added that the boy’s mother came to her office to report the situation, saying: “‘Anytime I see a girl coming towards our house nowadays, my heart would jump, please, I need help.’”

The Commissioner stated that the issue was beyond her control, and she appealed for public assistance to find a solution. “Is it spiritual?” she questioned, explaining that when she asked the boy how he convinced the girls, he told her he would tell them he loved them and would marry them once he acquired wealth.

Obinabo did not reveal the names of the boy, his mother, or their community but called on the public to suggest solutions to the problem.

George Moghalu has emerged the candidate of Labour Party in the Anambra Governorship election scheduled for November eight 2025.

The primary election was monitored by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission and electoral observers. Out of 649 delegates listed, 601 were accredited, with 592 valid votes recorded and five votes declared invalid.

According to the Chairman of the Primary Election Committee and the Returning Officer, Barrister Benedict Etanbene, Chief Moghalu polled five hundred and seventy three votes to defeat his rival, Mr John Nwosu who polled nineteen votes while five votes were declared invalid.

In his acceptance speech, Mr Moughalu extended a hand of fellowship to his opponent, saying that unity among party stakeholders would be crucial to securing victory at the polls.

He said, “I am ready for the challenge ahead. With my experience in public service and politics, I am confident in my capacity to defeat the incumbent, Governor Chukwuma Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance.’’

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He thanked the LP for conducting a transparent and credible primary and expressed appreciation to the delegates for their support.

He said, “We must now get to work to sell the LP agenda to the people of Anambra. Our goal is to reach every nook and cranny of the state with our message. Anambra is a blessed state with abundant human and natural resources. All that is required is visionary leadership to harness these potentials for the benefit of our people. I will restore confidence in the party as we move forward in this race. The LP remains a formidable force, and we are moving like a train with a clear destination: a better Anambra.”

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Nicholas Ukachukwu has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) flag bearer for the Anambra State governorship election, scheduled for November 2025. He won the primary election with 1,455 votes, defeating his closest rival, Valentine Ozigbo, who garnered 67 votes.

Ukachukwu’s victory has garnered support from various groups, including the Ikemba Front, a prominent APC support group in Anambra State. They endorsed him as their preferred candidate, citing his capacity to enhance security, reduce poverty, and foster economic development in the state.

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Some analysts believe Ukachukwu’s emergence could boost APC’s chances in the governorship election. Political pundit Emmanuel Uwadineke attributes Ukachukwu’s popularity to his grassroots connections, philanthropic efforts, and extensive public service experience. Uwadineke thinks these factors could help APC win the election.

Following his victory, Ukachukwu expressed confidence in delivering Anambra State to the APC, highlighting his past role as a “godfather” in the state’s politics. He now seeks to assume a more prominent leadership position.

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