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  No fewer than 100 South-West groups under the aegis of the Alliance for Yoruba Democratic Movement, AYDM, have condemned calls for a military takeover, saying it is unwarranted. The groups, which faulted the promoters in Lagos, said a military coup in Nigeria could result in secession. AYDM insisted that the lasting solution to Nigeria’s social conflicts was ethnic self-determination, arguing that the potential of the Yoruba people had been stunted and it was time they left as an alternative to violence and coups. Rising from its Pan-Yoruba-Itsekiri Global Summit themed: ‘Sustainable Democracy in Nigeria: The Role of Non-state Actors,’ the groups, in a communiqué, stated it was aware of the historic challenges faced by the country, but appalled by calls for a military coup coming from a section of the country. The statement reads: “We are alarmed that some people in their desperation are calling for military rule. Let those who plan a return to dictatorship know that there will b...

  Former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has reacted to those criticising him on social media, saying that their abuses and insults lack basis. The former governor said he did not “give a damn” over misinterpretation of his posts, as he added that his critics were judgmental of him “in ignorance and bigotry”. El-Rufai made this known in a post on his verified  X.com  account on Saturday. “Interpret, mis-interpret or re-interpret any posts by me or any other as you wish. I frankly don’t give a damn,” he wrote. “Abuse and insult with no basis. By all means, pass your judgment in ignorance and bigotry. Nothing will change. What will be will be, in sha Allah.” Health 360: Self Medication 0.00 / 0.00 Netizens have heaped a barrage of criticisms on the former governor for a post he made last Saturday, speaking against envy and hatred among Nigerians. He used the emergence of the Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris, as the presidential candidate of the D...

  PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has one of the largest cabinets in Nigeria’s history, comparable to Olusegun Obasanjo’s administration, which had 47 ministers in 1999. Despite his promise to appoint technocrats to drive his Renewed Hope Agenda, Tinubu’s cabinet appears to be a mix of politicians, loyalists, and a sprinkling of experts. One year after their appointment, it has been a mixed result with many failing to deliver on their mandate. One of the key promises of Tinubu’s administration was economic revitalisation. Under the stewardship of the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, the economy has seen both commendable efforts and areas of concern. The administration has introduced bold reforms, such as unified exchange rates and the removal of petrol subsidies. These policies have sparked inflation and public dissatisfaction. The raft of reforms has also failed to reflate the economy or strengthen the naira, which has continued to lose its value against the greenback. This is because the co...

Mallam Saleh Ali, one of the parents of the Faudiya Islamic school in Geidam, Yobe State, where children were attacked and killed by suspected Boko Haram members, described the killings as barbaric and heartless. Gunmen, suspected to be members of the Boko Haram insurgency group attacked the school in the early hours of Friday, killing three students and injuring one. The hoodlums, according to the police, came on motorbikes with AK-47 rifles, entered into the school and shot dead three, while one of the students who got injured was taken to an undisclosed hospital where he’s receiving treatment. While mourning the loss of his child, Ali called on the authorities, especially the police and army, to take action and bring the perpetrators to justice. Recounting the tragic event, Ali told  Sunday PUNCH  that the attack took place while the children were asleep in their rooms. According to him, the gunmen forcibly brought them out and shot three of them dead on the spot, injuring ...

    The  Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has vowed not to allow anyone to take over the Peoples Democratic Party structure in Rivers State. The former Rivers State Governor threatened to cause a political crisis in the states of any Peoples Democratic Party governor who tried to interfere in the party’s affairs in the South-South state. The PDP governors, who met in Taraba State on August 23, weighed in on the crisis rocking the party in the state and reiterated their support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The PDP Governors’ Forum, in a communiqué read by its Chairman and Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, called for a review of the party congress outcome to restore Fubara’s leadership role in the state. Speaking at the PDP secretariat in Port Harcourt, the state capital, on Saturday during the party’s state congress, Wike urged the PDP governors to stay clear of the party’s affairs in Rivers. He said, “Let me assure all of you, not while we li...

  Chidimma Adetshina Wins Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 Adetshina defeated 24 other contestants to clinch the coveted crown at the grand finale of the beauty pageant held at Eko Hotel and Suites on Saturday night Updated August 31, 2024   Chidinma Adetshina representing Taraba State has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, beating out 24 other contestants for the coveted title. Adetshina clinched the coveted crown at the grand finale of the beauty pageant held at Eko Hotel and Suites on Saturday night.  Adetshina clinched the coveted crown at the grand finale of the beauty pageant held at Eko Hotel and Suites on Saturday night. The 23-year-old beauty queen, who recently made headlines for her withdrawal from the Miss South Africa pageant due to a controversy over her Nigerian heritage, proved to be a fan favorite throughout the competition after accruing the highest number of votes.  As the newly crowned Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidinma will represent the country at ...