By Sebastine Chukwuebuka Okafor, Ph.D. On the first of October 1960, Nigeria became an independent state and adopted the Independence Constitution, discarding the Lyttleton Constitution of 1954, which had earlier established federalism in the country. Prior to independence, Nigeria had operated under five other constitutions: Sir Frederick Lugard’s Constitution of 1914, the Clifford Constitution of … [Read more…]
Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja after a highly successful diplomatic mission representing President Bola Tinubu at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York and concluding strategic engagements in Germany. During the week-long international engagement, the vice president delivered President Tinubu’s national statement calling for comprehensive UN reforms, … [Read more…]
Fellow Nigerians, On this auspicious occasion of our nation’s Independence Anniversary, I join millions of our compatriots across the globe to salute the courage, resilience, and indomitable spirit of the Nigerian people. Today, we celebrate not just the freedom we won in 1960 but also, the unyielding hope that our tomorrow will be brighter, fairer, … [Read more…]
Labour Party Governorship Candidate in the forthcoming Anambra election, Dr. George Moghalu, has felicitated the Chairman of Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing, Chief Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma, on the occasion of his birthday. In a goodwill message made available by his Special Assistant on Media, Johnson Okoye, Dr. Moghalu joined family, friends, and associates in celebrating what he … [Read more…]
Leaders all over the nation have been urged to use the opportunity presented by this year’s Independence Day celebration to unite and build a stronger nation that reflects the vision of her founding fathers. The Managing Director of Powell Homes and Shelters Ltd, Architect Chibuikem Onyekachi Emmanuel, made this call on Wednesday through his Independence … [Read more…]
In commemoration of Nigeria’s 65th independence anniversary, PACESETTER spoke to some people on the call to patriotism. The opinion poll forms a part of the 65th independence anniversary issues of the magazine. OPINION POLL A Call to Patriotism: What does it mean to you as Nigeria celebrates 65 years of independence? RESPONSES To me, I … [Read more…]
My beloved Ndi Anambra, my fellow Nigerians, today we join our compatriots across the nation and beyond to celebrate 65 years of Nigeria’s independence. October 1st is not just a date in history; it is a reminder of the sacrifices of our founding fathers and mothers who secured for us the dignity of self-rule, the … [Read more…]
The Federal Government has brokered peace between Dangote Refinery and the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), ending a labour dispute that had threatened fuel supply stability. After two days of talks on Monday and Tuesday, the parties reached an agreement that disengaged workers will be reabsorbed into other Dangote Group … [Read more…]
Fellow Nigerians, Today marks the 65th anniversary of our great nation’s Independence. As we reflect on the significance of this day and our journey of nationhood since October 1, 1960, when our founding fathers accepted the instruments of self-government from colonial rule, let us remember their sacrifice, devotion, and grand dream of a strong, prosperous, … [Read more…]
…Says the end will vindicate Tinubu’s economic policies …Enugu on the pathway of turnaround, economic growth Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has urged Nigerians to hold fast to optimism and unity in the face of present challenges, assuring that the economic policies of the President Bola Tinubu Administration and citizens’ huge sacrifices would … [Read more…]
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) Mandate Secretary on Health, Dr Dolapo Fasawe, has said that ARISE News anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, was brought in dead to the Maitama General Hospital at about 4:30am on Monday. Dr Dolapo Fasawe offered the explanation in a statement by the FCTA to clarify an earlier report claiming that negligence … [Read more…]
By Johnpaul Anih, Ph.D If you ask around in Nkanu West today, one name comes up with surprising ease and warmth “Hon. John Ogbodo”. Not because he’s making noise or buying headlines, but because he’s quietly and consistently doing the work. For a local government area that had grown used to the politics of promise … [Read more…]