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Buhari plans extradiction of mu’azu, obanikoro, others

Posted by admin Latest Politics Sunday, May 1st, 2016

Niyi Odebode, Olalekan Adetayo, Abuja Eniola Akinkuotu, Adelani Adepegba and Ade Adesomoju The diplomatic process that will ensure the extradition of suspected looters who have fled the country will dominate President Muhammadu Buhari’s discussions with his counterparts when 60 world leaders meet in the United Kingdom next month. Saturday PUNCH learnt on Friday that the President […]

Buhari’s reaction to herdsmen killings shocking – Soyinka

Posted by admin Latest Politics, Muhammadu Buhari (1983-85, 2015 - 2023), Presidency, Wole Soyinka Sunday, May 1st, 2016

Prof. Wole Soyinka Nobel laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has criticized President Muhammadu Buhari for his reaction to increasing attacks and killings by herdsmen in several states in the country. Soyinka in an address to the National Conference on Culture and Tourism on Wednesday said he was shocked by the President’s claim that the attacks would soon be […]

No one can stop us from grazing in the south — Fulani herdsmen

Posted by admin Headlines Sunday, May 1st, 2016

Our Correspondents Herdsmen from different parts of Nigeria have stated that nobody can stop them from grazing their cattle in any part of the country, especially in the south. They described such restriction as unconstitutional. The nomads, who spoke to SUNDAY PUNCH under the auspices of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association, dismissed the ultimatums given by […]

Campus Sex Files (6): Dear Professor Oluchi, I am attracted to my cousin, please advise.

Posted by admin Campus Sex Files, Headlines Saturday, April 30th, 2016

Dear Professor Oluchi, I am a 300 level student at the University of Ibadan and I am dealing with a very special challenge. I have a cousin whom I have known since we were kids growing up in Lagos. Our families are very close and until this day, we get together on holidays, birthdays and […]

Massive Corruption: EFCC begins manhunt for Diezani’s son

Posted by admin Corruption Politics, Latest Politics, National Politics, Top Stories Saturday, April 30th, 2016

Eniola akinkuotu, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has launched a manhunt for Ugonna, son to the former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke. This is in connection with the alleged disbursement of money to INEC officials and election monitors in the build-up to the presidential election. According to sources at the EFCC, Ugonna […]

NYSC orientation exercise resumes in Gombe after 2 years suspension

Posted by admin Headlines, NYSC (National Youth Service Corp) Friday, April 29th, 2016

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation exercise has resumed in Gombe state after two years of suspension as a result of security challenges occasioned by the threat of insurgents. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) however reports that the 1,706 batch ‘A’ Corps members deployed to the state are to undergo the exercise in a […]

Opinion: Sanctions for corrupt judges

Posted by admin Headlines, Judiciary Friday, April 29th, 2016

The recent sanction carried out by the National Judicial Council (NJC) on Justice Idris Evuti and Justice Tanko Usman of the Niger State High Court for allegedly falsifying their dates of birth, and on Justice O. Gbajabiamila of the Lagos State High Court for delaying delivery of judgment for about two years, is a courageous […]

Oba of Benin dies (RIP)

Posted by admin Edo, Headlines, State News Friday, April 29th, 2016

The Oba of Benin, Omo n’Oba n’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Erediauwa, is dead. His death was announced by the governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole in a statement. “Our hearts are heavy, laden with pains and grief, at the announcement of the passing on to glory of Omo n’Oba n’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Erediauwa of […]

Ondo guber: APC will send PDP packing –Imolehin

Posted by admin Headlines, Ondo, State News Friday, April 29th, 2016

Ondo guber: APC will send PDP packing –Imolehin — 29th April 2016 Tunde Imolehin is a well-known architect, environmentalist, media personality and politician. He is a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In this interview with INIABASI OYOK, he bares his mind on various issues including the Change Agenda of the Buhari administration plus his […]

Troost-Ekong excited with Eagles recall

Posted by admin Headlines, Soccer, Sports Friday, April 29th, 2016

Troost-Ekong excited with Eagles recall — 29th April 2016 BY MONICA IHEAKAM HAUGESUND of Norway captain, William Troost-Ekong is on cloud nine over his recent recall to the Super Eagles ahead of the international friendly matches against Mali and Luxembourg in May. Head Coach, Salisu Yusuf, had on Tuesday called up 26 players, including skipper John Mikel […]