OLANIYAN: The Man To Watch – By Adesola Yaqub

Politics and Oyo State political space is becoming interesting by the day. Aspirants across the five regions of Ibadan, Ibarapa, Oke-Ogun, Oyo and Ogbomoso have started to become visible. Several organized groups have intensified their voices, championing this regional aspiration with remarkable consistency and clarity. Their message is no longer a distant echo; it is … [Read more…]

[SPONSORED] 28 Widows Receive Cash Support as Monday Diamond Ani Celebrates Birthday

Community advocate, Hon. Monday Diamond Ani, has empowered 28 widows across communities in Enugu State with cash support to mark his birthday anniversary. The initiative was executed through the Monday Diamond Foundation (MDF), a non-governmental organisation founded in 2015 to support vulnerable groups and promote youth development, according to a statement issued to PACESETTER. Beneficiaries … [Read more…]

2027: PDP Chairman Turaki Confident of Sacking APC, Meets Obasanjo, Other PDP Leaders

The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Kabiru Turaki (SAN), has stated that the task of sacking the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), from Aso Rock in 2027 is possible due to the incompetence of the ruling party, adding, however, that it won’t be a tea party. Addressing journalists yesterday after a … [Read more…]

EFCC Denies Revoking Malami’s Bail, Says Ex AGF Didn’t Meet Bail Conditions

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has clarified that the former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mallam Abubakar Malami (SAN), did not meet the five bail conditions it granted him on November 28, contrary to the former minister’s claim that it revoked the bail. EFCC’s clarification followed the African Democratic Congress … [Read more…]

Obi Warns FG Against ‘Fiscal Rascality’ Over Proposed ₦20trn Borrowing for 2026 Budget

Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate, has criticised the Federal Government’s reported plan to borrow about ₦20 trillion to fund the 2026 budget, calling the move reckless and economically perilous. In a statement on his Facebook page, Obi said Nigerians “woke up again to troubling news” of large-scale new loans at a time when … [Read more…]

Oruruo emerges Enugu PDP Caretaker C’ttee Chairman, as Party Constitutes Caretaker C’ttees in Enugu, Delta, Rivers

Chetanne Chinelo, Enugu The Peoples Democratic Party has announced the constitution of a Caretaker Committee for the party in Enugu, Delta and Rivers State. In a public notice shared on the party’s verified X handle, dated December 12, 2025 and signed by Theophilus Dakas Shane, PDP’s National Organizing Secretary, the party noted that the caretaker … [Read more…]

Abia Governor Appoints Acting SSG

Governor Alex Otti has appointed Dr. Emmanuel Meribole as Acting Secretary to the State Government (SSG) following the approval of a leave of absence for the incumbent, Professor Kenneth Kalu (FCA). Meribole, currently the Special Adviser to the Governor on Projects, will assume duties on January 1, 2026. A transition process will begin on December … [Read more…]

Security Advisory for Tinubu: Train Private Security to Replace Police VIP Escorts, Limit Police VIP Escorts to Two Officers for Yuletide 

Dr. John Egbo

ADVICE TO MR. PRESIDENT: A GRACE PERIOD OF 90 DAYS SHOULD BE ADOPTED TO TRAIN ARMED PRIVATE SECURITY PERSONNEL TO TAKE OVER POLICE VIP ESCORT; LIMIT POLICE VIP ESCORT TO 1 OR 2 OFFICERS DURING THE YULETIDE. By Dr. John Egbo, a retired USA trained Deputy Sheriff. From a law-enforcement perspective, withdrawing VIP Police Escort … [Read more…]

Ngige to be charged to court by EFCC after arrest

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is expected to arraign former Minister of Labour and Productivity and ex-Anambra governor, Chris Ngige, in court today, according to a report by Vanguard. Ngige was picked up on Monday in what family sources described as a “commando-style raid” at his Asokoro residence in Abuja. About 20 operatives … [Read more…]