By Engr. Dr. Onyebuchi Nnaji As June 18th resurface, so does the opportunity to celebrate a man whose life has become a shining beacon of selfless service, uncommon loyalty, and unwavering integrity – Rt. Hon. U.S.A Igwesi (Ikemba Enugu). This year’s birthday is more than a personal milestone; it is a celebration of a legacy … [Read more…]
The Anambra State Police Command has raided and foiled a cult initiation ceremony at Nawfia, Njikoka Local Government Area of the state. During the raid, the police arrested six suspects and also recovered one pump-action gun, two live cartridges, two cutlasses, one Lexus Sports Utility Vehicle, among others. In a press statement released on Tuesday, … [Read more…]
Gov. Monday Okpebholo of Edo says it will soon set up a committee to identify specific schools eligible for handover to missionary organisations across the state. Chief Press Secretary, Mr Fred Itua, said the governor announced this when Bishop Gabriel Dunia of the Catholic Diocese of Auchi visited him on Monday in Benin. Okpebholo said … [Read more…]
…17 Benue LGAs were under siege, now reduced to six —Governor Alia …We can’t continue to be silent —Sultan of Sokoto …Nigeria needs leader with competence, capacity, character, compassion —Obi There were more outrages across the country on Monday as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa and the Inspector General of Police … [Read more…]
Headline inflation rate eased to 22.97% in May 2025, relative to the April 2025 headline inflation rate of 23.71%, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said in a new data released on Monday. The NBS data showed that on a month-on-month basis, food inflation rate in May 2025 was 2.19%, up by 0.12% compared to … [Read more…]
By Pst. Kevin Emeka Okeke Rt. Hon. U.S.A Igwesi, Ikemba Enugu, is no stranger to the pages of Nigeria’s political history. A seasoned lawmaker, devoted public servant and tireless advocate for the downtrodden, he has long stood as a symbol of courage, resilience, and visionary leadership. His political résumé is nothing short of distinguished: Former … [Read more…]
…Shifts Scheduled Official Visit to Kaduna President Bola Tinubu has rescheduled his official visit to Kaduna State. Instead, he will travel to Benue State on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, as part of renewed efforts to foster peace and address the persistent conflict affecting communities in the state. According to a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special … [Read more…]
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Monday, arrived Benue State in North Central Nigeria where ferocious marauders wreaked havoc last Friday, killed scores and displaced hundreds of people. This was confirmed in a post on the verified X handle of the Nigerian Police. Benue State has been under heavy attacks by suspected … [Read more…]
-By Abdul Mahmud The war among Nigeria’s political elite has been renewed. It is not a war for ideas, nor one fought over the soul of our country. Rather, it is a petty battle over ego, and personalised struggle for who becomes the capo di tutti capi- the boss of bosses – of the State. … [Read more…]
The Enugu State All Progressives Congress Youth Leader, Farmer Chidiebere Johnson Ezeh, has celebrated the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, on his 62nd birthday. In his message sent to PACESETTER, he lauded the achievement of the Minister, while celebrating his dogged leadership. “Today, we celebrate a man whose life embodies vision, … [Read more…]
Governor Hyacinth Alia confirmed on Sunday that suspected herdsmen from Nasarawa State killed 59 people in Yelwata, a border town between Benue and Nasarawa. While addressing journalists at Government House, Alia explained that security agencies conducted a physical headcount of the victims in collaboration with the families. Among those killed were military and civil defence personnel who fought … [Read more…]
In a move to transform Nigeria’s fuel distribution network, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced it will commence nationwide distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and diesel from August 15, 2025. The initiative, aimed at enhancing fuel availability, cutting logistics costs, and boosting economic activity, will see free delivery of fuel to marketers, petrol dealers, … [Read more…]