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Mrs Florence Morenike Saraki, mother of the former Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, is dead. A statement by the former Senate President on Tuesday announced the demise of his mother and wife of the late Senate leader in the Second Republic, Dr Abubakar Olusola Saraki. “With profound sadness and total submission to the will of Almighty God, I announce the passing of my beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and matriarch, Chief Mrs. Florence Morenike Saraki, who peacefully transitioned today, Tuesday, June 18th, 2024. “Details regarding funeral arrangements will be shared in due course. We appreciate your love, prayers, and support…
The former Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 Presidential election, Peter Obi on Monday, criticise the plan by the Federal Government to buy new aircraft for the presidential fleets. He described the move as insensitive while Nigerians grapple with economic hardship occasioned by the Federal Government’s policies. But the Presidency, in a swift reaction, described Obi’s comment as insensitive, wondering if he would rather have the life of the President jeopardised by flying faulty aircraft. In a chat with The PUNCH on Monday, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said,…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Monday met with the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu. Obasanjo’s meeting with Mrs Tinubu was made public by the First Lady’s media aide, Busola Kukoyi, via X. Sharing photos of the two individuals, Kukoyi wrote: “Former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Chief Olusegun Obasanjo and the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu after receiving the Former President who came felicitating on the Sallah Celebration on Monday 17th June.” Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Monday met with the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu. Obasanjo’s meeting with Mrs Tinubu was made public…
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr Peter Obi has said that the use of boats for kidnap and demand for ransoms in foreign currency have worsening socio-economic implications for the country. Obi expressed sadness over the kidnap of the Managing Director of Fouani Company, Mohamed Fouani, alongside other three Lebanese, in Lagos. In a post on his X handle on Sunday lamented that insecurity had continued to rage through the country, causing severe economic instability and threatening the national existence. He also condemned the reported attack on Dudun Doki village of Gwadabawa local government area of Sokoto…
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has advised Nigerians to keep growing their own foods and control population growth. The former President expressed satisfaction that a considerable number of Nigerians have embraced farming once again. Buhari, however, expressed deep concern over the unchecked rise in population within the nation, saying the situation now calls for immediate attention. He spoke to journalists after participating in the Kofor Arewa Eid prayer in Katsina on Sunday, in light of the current conditions in the nation. “The need for greater discussion and awareness about this problem, (uncontrolled population growth) as well as a need to invest…
President Bola Tinubu has expressed optimism that the sacrifices and great expectations of the citizens of Nigerians will not come to naught, stressing that propitious outcomes are beginning to manifest with the economy strengthening and vibrancy returning to critical sectors of the economy. This is as the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas; presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general election, Mr. Peter Obi, and governors of Edo, Ekiti, Ogun, Kwara, Niger and Gombe states…
The Prelate of the Methodist Church, Nigeria, Most Reverend Oliver Aba, said gay marriage was an abomination before God and humanity, adding that it was a European attempt to ‘turn the whole world upside down’. He also added that the concept was alien to African culture and would be resisted by the church. The cleric made this statement in an interview with PUNCH correspondent after the Africa Methodist Council Heads of Conference Summit and Women’s Movement Leadership Summit, held in Lagos, on Saturday. The lecture’s topic, presented by the General Secretary of the World Methodist Council, Bishop Ivan Abrahams, was,…
The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, has been slammed for opening his head while praying for peace of mind, long life, and mercy for himself during his stay in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The monarch had posted a video on social media that showed his head uncovered a decision that did not go well with some of his followers ecause it is customary for a Yoruba king to always cover his head, especially when in public. However,there are others who simply did not see any wrong in the Oluwo leaving his head uncovered in public. One of his followers, fabricsbyarinola…
The National Biosafety Management Agency has called on the general public to exercise caution over the recent cholera outbreak in some states across Nigeria. Head, Information and Communications for NBMA, Mrs Gloria Ogbaki, in a statement on Friday in Abuja, quoted the Director- General, NBMA, Dr Agnes Asagbra, as saying there was need for carefulness. “Asagbra said Nigerians must exercise caution as Nigeria records 30 deaths and 1,141 suspected cases from the disease. “As we approach the festive period of the Salah celebrations, it is of utmost importance that we collectively prioritise the health and safety of our communities. “Cholera,…
The federal government has declared Monday 17th, and Tuesday, 18th June, as public holidays to mark the 2024 Eid-ul-Adha (Sallah) celebration. The declaration was made in a statement on Friday by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the federal government. The statement signed by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Aishetu Gogo Ndayako, congratulated the Muslim Ummah both at home and in the Diaspora on the special occasion. The Minister further called on the Muslim Ummah to continue to imbibe the spirit of peace, kindness and sacrifice, as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him) and to…