Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, on Friday, signed the New Enugu City Development Agency Bill, Enugu State Geographical Information System Service Bill, and Enugu State Independence Electoral Commission, ENSIC, (Amendment) Bill into Law. Speaking during the signing, which was witnessed by the Speaker of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Uchenna … [Read more…]
The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has said it would sale Treasury Bills, TBs, worth N1.64 trillion for the second quarter 2024, Q2’24. This is contained in the apex bank’s Nigeria Treasury Bills Issue programme released today. Treasury Bills are short term (less than one year) debt instruments used by the CBN to borrow money from the public … [Read more…]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has asked political parties to submit the list of candidates for the Edo State governorship election holding later in the year. The electoral body said it would not extend the deadline beyond the 24 March deadline. INEC has scheduled the Edo state governorship elections for 21 September. “The Commission has … [Read more…]
Inmates at the Jos Correctional Centre in Plateau State protested on Friday over the plan to reduce their food ration. They expressed dissatisfaction over the decision, a situation that forced the prison authorities to fire tear gas canisters and gunshots into the air to bring the situation under control. Sources at the correctional centre indicated … [Read more…]
Jose Peseiro has left his role as the coach of the Super Eagles after taking the team to the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The team lost to Cote d’Ivoire in the final of the competition. His contract with the team expired in February and he was supposed to continue with … [Read more…]
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has called on states to be involved in the country’s power distribution and supply. He stated this on Wednesday during a meeting with Forum of Commissioners of Energy, made up of energy commissioners in the country. “When each of the States starts getting involved, there would be healthy rivalry … [Read more…]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday criticised the recent protest by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), cautioning the Labour movement to know that it is not the only voice of Nigerians. The labour union, on Tuesday, embarked on a street protest across the country over the level of hardship following the removal of fuel subsidy. … [Read more…]
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi has given a thumbs down to the new monetary policy rates released by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN. According to Obi, the new policy will worsen the economic situation in the country and will seriously affect the productive sector and lead to job … [Read more…]
The management of the Enugu State Water Corporation (ESWC) has appealed to motorists and other road users in the state to exercise patience with it and use alternative routes to avoid traffic gridlock caused by the ongoing replacement of damaged water pipes around the Holy Ghost Cathedral/Ogbete Market axis. The Corporation said the major pipes … [Read more…]
Oseloka Henry Obaze, a Labour Party chieftain has accused the Tinubu-led administration of copying Peter Obi’s manifesto in the execution of the Oronsaye report. Obaze, utilizing his X platform, accused the Federal Government of engaging in ‘copy and paste’ plagiarism, expressing his dissatisfaction with what he perceives as unoriginal governance. In support of his claims, Obaze … [Read more…]
…promises to commission Enugu Smart Schools, other projects The Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, has commended the commitment of Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State towards his initiative in reshaping and strengthening education in the state. The VP, who spoke at the South East Business Roundtable and flag-off of the Light Up Nigeria … [Read more…]
PACESETTER FRONTIER MAGAZINE SPECIAL EDITION – IKEOHA @ 70 *Celebrating God’s Mercies As Chief Sir Nwabueze Nnamani (Ikeoha) Clocks 70 *Panegyrics Flow From Family, Friends *Ovation For Seventy Years Of Service & Integrity *One On One With Ikeoha – His Odyssey We’re timely! We’re up to date!! We will tell your stories in the most … [Read more…]