[MEMORIAL] Remembering a Great Man a Decade after Departure

In his eventful existence, Chief Nwaigwe Onyeanị embodied the essence of colonial and postcolonial professionalism of Nkanụ folks, the avid adventurism of Igbo people, and the nurtured nationalism of Nigerians. A tenacious traditionalist, he was a quintessential man of culture, a great man who believed in the wealth-domiciliation principle of “akụ ruo ụnọ,” and a … [Read more…]

Lady Veronica Uzoamaka Igwe Laid to Rest Amid Tributes

Ikenna Igwe

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…]

[SPONSORED] 28 Widows Receive Cash Support as Monday Diamond Ani Celebrates Birthday

Community advocate, Hon. Monday Diamond Ani, has empowered 28 widows across communities in Enugu State with cash support to mark his birthday anniversary. The initiative was executed through the Monday Diamond Foundation (MDF), a non-governmental organisation founded in 2015 to support vulnerable groups and promote youth development, according to a statement issued to PACESETTER. Beneficiaries … [Read more…]

Anambra: Soludo okays implementation of CONHESS for health workers

The Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has approved 100 per cent implementation of the Consolidated Health Salary Structure for health workers in the state, with immediate effect. The CONHESS 2024 refers to the Consolidated Health Salary Structure for health workers in Nigeria, and the structure outlines enhanced salary scales for various health professionals. They … [Read more…]

NCDC issues advisory as Ebola breaks out in DR Congo

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed that there are no cases of Ebola virus disease in Nigeria. The agency issued a public health advisory on Saturday following reports of a fresh outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). “There are no cases of Ebola virus disease in Nigeria, as at now,” … [Read more…]

Mbah Hails Diaspora Partnership as SAGA Foundation Donates Medical Supplies to ESUTH

Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu State

Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has lauded the role of partnership in strengthening the state’s healthcare system. The governor was reacting to the donation of vital medical supplies and equipment to the Enugu State University Teaching Hospital (ESUTH) by SAGA Foundation Inc., Canada. Governor Mbah, who had earlier received the foundation’s founder, Dr. Shola … [Read more…]

155 persons have died of Lassa Fever in 2025 – NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) said deaths arising from Lassa Fever disease has risen to 155 this year. In its latest Lassa Fever Situation Report published for Week 29, (14th–20th July, 2025), the Centre said there were 822 confirmed cases and 155 deaths recorded cumulatively in 2025 A statement signed by … [Read more…]