The Bauchi State Government has formally accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of engaging in politically motivated persecution, abuse of prosecutorial powers and actions capable of endangering public safety, following the arrest, detention and prosecution of senior officials of the state government. In a strongly worded petition dated December 31, 2025, and addressed … [Read more…]
Princess Adaku Ogbu Aguocha, popularly known as Ada Ogbu, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), ending her 14-year membership of the party in Enugu State. Ogbu, a former APC senatorial candidate and one of the party’s most prominent figures in the state, announced her resignation in a letter dated December 30, 2025, addressed … [Read more…]
Igbo Archbishops and Bishops, in collaboration with Ohanaeze Ndigbo, have declared the last Saturday of January each year as the Igbo World Day of Adoration and Thanksgiving, with the maiden observance scheduled for January 31, 2026. The declaration is contained in a statement issued by representatives of Igbo archbishops and bishops under the platform Igbo … [Read more…]
By Dr. Samson Abanni The President’s recent directive to the National Assembly, urging the legislative machinery to begin crafting laws for the establishment of State Police, marks a Rubicon crossed. It is a sombre admission that the federal security apparatus—an edifice straining under its own weight—can no longer guarantee the safety of the interior. By … [Read more…]
Support groups backing Mr. Peter Obi for the 2027 presidential race have announced the formation of a Quad Steering Committee to coordinate mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to a statement made available to PACESETTER by a top member of Peter Obi’s inner caucus who asked to remain anonymous, the committee brings … [Read more…]
The Alumni Association of Special Science School, Ihe, has announced plans to hold its 2026 reunion alongside the official launch of a ₦1 billion school building project. The event is scheduled for Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the International Conference Centre, opposite Okpara Square, Enugu, and will commence at 10:00 a.m. prompt. It is expected … [Read more…]
Former Kogi Governor, Yahaya Bello, has declared his intention to contest the Kogi Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. Bello made the declaration during a visit to the palace of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, where he met with traditional rulers, religious leaders and other stakeholders from the senatorial district. A video of the … [Read more…]
2025, as it ends, was a year we won’t forget anytime soon. From explosive political drama, to unforgettable moments in entertainment, the year was packed with headlines. We saw historic events. It was also a year of ‘gbas gbos,’ surprises, and milestones. But among all the chaos and celebrations, which moment truly defined 2025 for … [Read more…]
Doris Ewoh and Chinelo Anekwe, Enugu Lady Veronica Uzoamaka Igwe has been laid to rest at her country home in Enugu State amid emotional tributes from family members, friends, and loved ones who gathered to celebrate her life and legacy. The burial ceremony took place on Saturday, December 20, 2025. Her remains were conveyed from … [Read more…]
By Chidinma Prisca Elebe Homecoming season returns once again with the annual arrival into the East of Igbo sons and daughters from across Nigerian cities and the diaspora. Alongside music, family reunions, and festive gatherings thrives another dearly loved tradition: the December Returnee Aesthetic, a fashion and lifestyle culture that morphs communities into runways alive … [Read more…]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu departed Lagos on Sunday, December 28, for Europe, continuing his end-of-year break and ahead of his official trip to Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates, a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), has revealed. According to Onanuga, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed … [Read more…]
By Oseloka H. Obaze Nigeria remains under the klieg lights. Regrettably, this is not for all-too-positive reasons. There is a clear correlation between her domestic policy and governance dissonance and her discernible loss of global leverage. Once considered Africa’s bellwether, Nigeria has since fallen on hard times. Relatedly, she has also lost the capacity to … [Read more…]