Pope Francis‘ funeral has been scheduled for 10 a.m. local time (4 a.m. Eastern) on Saturday in front of St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican announced Tuesday, following a meeting of the College of Cardinals at the Catholic Church’s city-state headquarters in the heart of Rome. The coffin carrying the pope, who died Monday morning after suffering a stroke … [Read more…]
The Most Revd. Barr. Christopher Edeh is the Archbishop of Enugu Diocese, Methodist Church, Nigeria. In this exclusive interview with PACESETTER, the revered man of God spoke on various issues, from his journey through priesthood, to happenings in the political space. Dateline: April 1, 2025. How did the journey to becoming a Methodist priest and … [Read more…]
…As Mbah extols Speaker Abbas for compassionate leadership style The Speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, Tuesday, presented a cheque for N18 million to the Enugu State Government as support to the victims of the January 25 petrol tanker explosion at Ugwu Onyeama on the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, which claimed several lives. The Speaker described … [Read more…]
M.O Ene It’s an old-time orthodoxy: We are not alone. The cosmos is vast with visible and invisible constituents. Humanity strives to understand and use both natural and supernatural forces also called ‘deities.’ These forces regulate our ecosystems. A formidable force (Chiukwu) is believed to exist. The relationship between followers and the dominant deity varies. … [Read more…]
Prof. Udenta O. Udenta is a man of many parts. He is a Professor of Cultural Studies and Creative Writing in a number of British Universities with affiliations in Africa. Having written his first book at the age of 13, on his 60th birthday, he published 21 books celebrated in one day. He was the … [Read more…]
…Consoles the Catholic faithful Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has joined the rest of the world in mourning the Catholic Pontiff and sovereign of the Vatican City, Pope Francis. Mbah described the late Pontiff as a man full of humanity, a reformer, and humble leader. In a statement he personally signed on Monday, … [Read more…]
President Bola Tinubu, on Monday night returned to Abuja after over two weeks working visit to Europe. President Tinubu, whose aircraft touched down at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at 9:50pm, was received by senior officials of his administration. Recall that Tinubu departed Nigeria on Wednesday, April 2, and had … [Read more…]
Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, after 12 years as spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church. His death has triggered a mourning period which involves centuries-old rites. It has also set into motion the process for electing a new pontiff. A conclave can be expected to be held between 15 and … [Read more…]
UNFOUNDED REPORTS ON CONCESSION OF ENUGU INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Our attention has been drawn to certain online report/stories suggesting that a certain lengthy period of concession has been agreed upon regarding the Enugu International Airport. These reports/stories are utterly baseless and untrue. Whilst it is true that the Federal Government is considering proposals for the concession … [Read more…]
Pope Francis, a voice for the poor who overcame fierce resistance to reshape the Catholic Church, has died at 88, the Vatican has announced. The pope’s death was announced on Monday morning by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo. “Dear brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father … [Read more…]
…As IGP Commends Bravery, Resilience of Officers in combating crimes In a series of successful operations, the Nigeria Police Force has demonstrated its resolve in ensuring public safety and combating all forms of criminal activities. These operations, exemplified in several states across the country, have led to the arrest of 3 suspected terrorists, recovery of … [Read more…]
The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Mr. Peter Obi, has called on Nigerian Christians to use the Easter period to pray for compassionate leaders—those who can truly share in the people’s pain. In his Easter message on Saturday, Obi stated that compassionate leaders are those who always consider the impact … [Read more…]