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The X-Squad Unit of the Imo State Police Command has busted a child-stealing syndicate, arrested four suspects and rescued a 20-month-old girl, identified as Chimamanda Joy. According to the Police, the rescued girl is the daughter of a 35-year-old visually impaired Mrs. Joy Ekwennaya from Amuri Omanze, Isu LGA. This was disclosed in a statement … [Read more…]

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed the election of Monday Okpebholo’s victory as Edo State’s governor. A three-member panel of the court unanimously ruled in favour of the governor on Thursday, affirming the earlier decision of the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal which earlier validated his victory at the 21 September 2024 … [Read more…]

…says Enugu moving from consumer-based to production-driven economy In a groundbreaking move to reposition Enugu State as a premier destination for investment, Governor Peter Mbah has flagged off the Stallion Vehicle Assembly Plant and Automotive Infrastructure, saying the initiative was part of the administration’s effort to transition the state from a consumer-based to a production-driven … [Read more…]

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has rejoiced with President Bola Tinubu on his mid-term in office, saying as the party and the government celebrate, the country should be reminded that leadership is a continuous journey. Buhari, in a statement, on Wednesday, by his spokesperson, Mallam Garba Shehu, called for steadfast support for the APC government as … [Read more…]

Doris Ewoh & Chetanne Chinelo, Enugu Political stakeholders, traditional rulers and the Diaspora in Enugu State have applauded the governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah on his second anniversary in office. In their various congratulatory messages sent in to PACESETTER, they lauded the giant strides of the governor in the areas of infrastructure, tech, … [Read more…]

…Says 33% education budget puts them at the heart of govt’s agenda Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah has celebrated the children of the state, describing the 260 Smart Green Schools being constructed by his administration as their tickets to a sure future. Mbah also said that the 33 per cent budgetary allocation to … [Read more…]

The Executive Chairman of Nkanu West, Hon. John Ogbodo, has called on leaders around the world to prioritize the education and healthcare of children, describing them as the greatest treasures and true owners of the future. This was contained in a statement issued by Nkanu West Media Office, on behalf of the council chairman, to … [Read more…]

Gunmen have struck again in Ondo State, kidnapping three members of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry in the Akure North Local Government Area of the State. The incident was said to have occurred on Monday evening while the churchgoers were returning from a Bible study session in the Kasemola area of the Ogbese community. A … [Read more…]

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to suspend the sealing of the premises of some properties in Abuja. FCTA on Monday commenced the sealing of over 4,000 properties in Abuja for non-payment of ground rent. Among the properties sealed on Monday were the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national secretariat and buildings occupied by … [Read more…]

The Nigeria Police, Kano State Command, says it has launched a thorough investigation into an incident that led to the death of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Rano Division and one other individual. The incident occurred on 25 May at about 8:15 p.m. in Rano Local Government Area, following the arrest of a motorcycle … [Read more…]

Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has sacked the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Cyprian Akaolisa. This was contained in a statement signed yesterday in Owerri by the Commissioner for Information, Public Orientation, and Strategy, Mr Declan Emelumba. The statement, made available to reporters, however, did not disclose reasons for the removal of Akaolisa. The … [Read more…]