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  Justice Nicholas Oweibo of the Federal High Court in Lagos has  ordered the remand of pharmacist Ikwebe Ori Helen at the Kirikiri female section of the Nigerian Correctional Services (NCoS) for her alleged involvement in illicit drug peddling. Helen is facing   a two-count charge presented by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), to which she pleaded not guilty.  The charges centered around conspiracy and unlawful transportation of 51.10 kilogrammes of Pentazocine Injection 30mg – a narcotic analgesic comparable to cocaine, LSD, and heroin. Prosecutor Abu Ibrahim highlighted that on June 1, Agadi Sunday was…

Pensioners  in the Southwest geo-political zone have demanded for N40,000 minimum pension from governors in the zone.  The pensioners made the demand on Thursday, at the end of the meeting of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP), Southwest zone, held in Ibadan . PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the  meeting was attended by union executives from Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, Ondo, Lagos and Ogun states.   The NUP Public Relations Officer for the zone, Olusegun Abatan  while speaking at a press conference, said the plight of pensioners had remained static for years.   According to Abatan, some pensioners in…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened to go on what it termed ‘nationwide comprehensive strike’ from August 14, if the Federal Government fails to withdraw the court case it instituted against it.   The Organised labour had struck  a mutual understanding with President Bola Tinubu which led to the  aborted  nationwide protest. A communiqué issued at the end of the Congress’ National Executive Council (NEC) meeting,on Thursday, in Abuja, demanded the immediate withdrawal of alleged litigious terrorism by the Federal Ministry of Justice before the end of work on Friday, August 11.   Signed by the NLC…

The  Olowu of Owu kingdom, Abeokuta, Oba Prof. Saka Matemilola has described his experience as the 14th Olowu of Owu,Abeokuta,as both challenging and pleasant . The monarch, a Professor of Applied Mathematics,  Matemilola was made the Oba August 1st, 2022  as 14th Olowu after the demise of the late Oba Adegboyega Dosunmu who died on Sunday, December 12, 2021. Addressing a press conference  at his palace, Owu, Abeokuta, on Thursday, the monarch  disclosed that his one year journey as   He said “it has been challenging but, when you have a sutuasion at hand and you have clarity…

Aminat Gusanu The Chief Executive Officer of the Balmoral Group, Ezekiel Adamu,has said that double taxation and infrastructure pose a  big threat to Nigerian Businesses. He stressed  that the burden of double taxation, particularly with various levies imposed on venues makes it incredibly difficult for businesses to survive.  PLATFORM TIMES reports  that the CEO emphasized on the need for the government to address the threatening issues. He said,“the challenges include double taxation, there are a lot of levies we have to pay, especially with venues,there was a time we were paying about 26 different levies per…

Canada has extended invitation to skilled workers, including carpenters, plumbers and welders from Nigeria and a few other countries. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), in a recent statement, said the North American country has opened a immigration pathway for skilled workers with specific expertise in carpentry, plumbing and welding. Canadian authorities said the country targets to meet the increasing demand for talent and crucial positions that contribute to its economic growth and development, hence, giving a priority to the invitation of skilled newcomers with experience in trades. IRCC Minister, Marc Miller said, “It is absolutely…

Supporters of former Vice President and the  presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar have raised the alarm over  the perceived compromise   of judicial independence. These fears have been ignited by the emergence of allegations surrounding President Bola Tinubu’s influence on the judiciary in the past. The Non-Governmental Organization, Face Of Waziri-Nigeria (FOWN), raised the alarm,saying  the independence of the judiciary might be compromised under the current administration led by President Tinubu. The  group  accused President Tinubu of having  a history of meddling in judicial affairs. The group claimed that the  suspension of Justice…

In an unexpected turn, the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu has taken legal recourse to shield himself from potential actions by Governor Godwin Obaseki. The move comes amidst rising tensions within the Edo State government. Shaibu has taken his case to the Federal High Court in Abuja, where he has filed a motion of notice seeking an interlocutory injunction. This injunction aims to prevent any harassment, intimidation, or obstruction of his official duties as Deputy Governor. The court papers name several key figures, including the Inspector General of Police, the State Security Service, the…

The Ondo State Government has rolled out an extensive relief package, aiming to provide support to its residents in a bid to cushion the impacts of fuel subsidy removal.    Topping the list is the distribution of free food packages to one million households spanning across the 18 local government areas of the state.   The state’s Commissioner for Finance who is the chairman,Palliative Strategy and Implementation Committee, Mr. Wale Akinterinwa disclosed this on Thursday.   Akinteriwa said the steps was part  of the government’s  multifaceted approach to reduce the effects of the subsidy removal of fuel    He said…

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has underscored the pivotal role of public opinion in fostering a strong connection between government and its citizens. Speaking at the 2023 colloquium of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Ogun State chapter, Governor Abiodun emphasized the significance of prioritizing public opinion for a sustainable democracy. The governor highlighted the profound impact of media and interest groups in shaping public opinion, which in turn influences government policies and actions. Represented by his deputy, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, Abiodun stressed that fostering trust and building a lasting democratic society can be achieved through effective management…