By EZE ONWENNA THE Anioma people—whose name translates to “good land” in Igbo—form a distinct and historically grounded subgroup within the Igbo nation. Often referred to as “Delta Igbos” or “Western Igbos,” they occupy a region west of the Niger River, a location shaped not by cultural divergence but by colonial cartography. Their placement in […]
By PAULINA NZERUBE SPECULATION over whether Asaba would remain the capital of the proposed Anioma State has been firmly dispelled following a review of the official Anioma State Creation Bill. Social media rumours had claimed the capital might be reassigned to another city once the state is created, but the bill leaves no room for […]
By INNOCENT ONYAH II THE call for the creation of Anioma State has once again taken centre stage in Nigerian political discourse, sparking debates about geography, identity, and the future of the Anioma people. For proponents, including many from the region, the case is clear: Anioma belongs firmly in the South-South, despite attempts by some to […]
By PAULINA NZERUBE THE Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty Prof. Epiphany C. Azinge, has withdrawn from his role as Chairman of the Technical Committee driving the push for the creation of Anioma State. In a statement issued on Friday by his Personal Secretary, Ogbueshi Dr. Jude C. Mgbeze, the monarch said his decision takes […]