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…]
…Targets more women, children for economic, educational empowerment The First Lady of Enugu State, Mrs. Nkechiyere Mbah, has concluded her familiarisation tours across the three senatorial zones of the state during which she received massive support and warm receptions from royal fathers, women groups, professional bodies, youths and political stakeholders. This was even as she … [Read more…]
By Sebastine Chukwuebuka Okafor When the former Gubernatorial candidate of the Labour Party, Barr. Jonathan Chijioke Edeoga left the Labour party to rejoin the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, a lot were said about such move both from his supporters, close allies, political foes, opposition party leaders and their members amongst others. In all these postulations, … [Read more…]
The Executive Director of Development Specs Academy, Okey Ikechukwu, has said that the PDP should be embarrassed that the former governor of Rivers State and Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike is still a member, given his alleged anti-party activities. Ikechukwu, who spoke on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, however added that the former Rivers State … [Read more…]
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has made a U-turn by suspending its planned prayer and fasting sessions aimed at seeking divine intervention to end hunger in the country. This comes just days after a leaked internal circular, dated June 11, 2025, directed all staff—including directors, deputy directors, assistant directors, and value chain … [Read more…]
My mum woke me up every morning with a spank for soaking my dress and bed with urine. At first I cowered at the sight of my wet bed each morning, but as time progressed I got used to being punished for it. With all the spanking and yelling, I guess my bladder couldn’t understand … [Read more…]