Saturday punch news

Saturday Punch was a popular Nigerian newspaper that was published from 1973 to 1992. It was known for its investigative journalism and its coverage of national and international news. Here are some of the top stories that were featured in Saturday Punch during its heyday:

  1. Corruption scandals: Saturday Punch was known for its exposés on corruption in high places. It investigated and reported on various scandals involving government officials, politicians, and business leaders.
  2. Military coups: The newspaper was also known for its coverage of military coups and political instability in Nigeria. It reported on the various coups that took place in the country during the 1980s and 1990s.
  3. Human rights abuses: Saturday Punch was a vocal critic of human rights abuses in Nigeria. It reported on cases of torture, extrajudicial killings, and other forms of abuse perpetrated by security forces and other actors.
  4. Economic issues: The newspaper also covered economic issues in Nigeria, including the country's debt crisis, inflation, and poverty.
  5. Sports: Saturday Punch was a popular source of sports news in Nigeria. It covered various sports, including football, basketball, and tennis.

Some of the notable journalists who worked for Saturday Punch include:

  1. Dele Giwa: Giwa was a renowned journalist who worked for Saturday Punch before his assassination in 1986. He was known for his investigative reporting and his coverage of corruption and human rights abuses.
  2. Ray Ekpu: Ekpu was a prominent journalist who worked for Saturday Punch during the 1980s. He was known for his investigative reporting and his coverage of military coups and political instability.
  3. Dan Agbese: Agbese was a veteran journalist who worked for Saturday Punch during the 1970s and 1980s. He was known for his coverage of national and international news, as well as his commentary on current events.

Saturday Punch ceased publication in 1992 due to financial difficulties. However, its legacy as a leading source of news and investigative reporting in Nigeria continues to be felt to this day.