“Any insurgency that lasts more than 24 hours, a government official has a hand in it” – the vile dictator, Gen. Sani Abacha. “Finally, Mr. President has moved out of …
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On paper, it looked like a mismatch. Iran is not only one of the oldest and most established places in the Persian Gulf but also at least 75 times the …
In clear irony, the Multichoice story is a true reflection of the Nigerian economy, which has very little to do with people dumping Multichoice in protest, although that could be …
In the spirit of June 12, President Tinubu has the time and the opportunity to reopen many of these cases. He only needs to muster the will. Far away at …
Through this piece, I aim to clarify the often misunderstood relationship between GDP, poverty, and insecurity. Without a clear understanding of these links, ordinary Nigerians will continue to feel disconnected …
The Vanguard Newspapers was quite unique, especially in the development of a journalist. In the media, the reporter’s duty was to report news; the features writer, to write features, and …
Media in person The Best Newspaper Man A human being extraordinaire Teacher Mentor Father Immeasurably kind in words, deeds and indeed Humour in motion Uncle Sam, as we popularly call …
‘Those of us at The PUNCH newspapers were completely blotted out; yet, we stood and fought for June 12 more than anyone else; even more than the Concord newspapers owned …
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Violence-torn Africa gets security body to stop outsourcing its future
by Owei Lakemfaby Owei Lakemfa“Sovereignty is not just about defending borders. It is about taking responsibility for our security, both as states, and collectively as a continent. Neglecting this duty, allows others to step …
I encountered the relic of his presence long before I met Sam Amuka, known as Uncle Sam. Inside a room in the far corner of the old Kudeti PUNCH building, …