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Israel Adeleke In a resolute stand against the encroachment of Chinese counterfeit products threatening their businesses, Ogun’s Adire/Kampala traders have staged a peaceful protest, calling for urgent action to safeguard their livelihoods. Led by their concerns, the traders turned to the revered palace of the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo, seeking his intervention and support. The heart of the matter lies in the disconcerting replication of their authentic designs by Chinese manufacturers, who then flood the market with low-cost imitation cloth materials. This influx of counterfeit Adire/Kampala products undercuts the genuine, indigenous items and has stirred…

Three individuals, namely Alani Aderopo, Sheriff Adejare, and Aderopo Quadri, have been brought before the Isabo Customary Court to face charges of theft, amounting to an estimated value of almost N1 million. Presenting themselves in court on Tuesday, the trio’s alleged actions led to their arrest on February 3, 2023, at approximately 7:45 pm in the vicinity of Mulemosun Street, Idia Randa, Abeokuta. The three defendants were confronted with a set of four charges, including conspiracy, stealing, damaging property, and assault. Court records indicate that the addresses of the accused were not provided. It was alleged that the three suspects…

The House of Representatives’ ad hoc committee tasked with investigating job racketeering within various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) has emphatically refuted allegations of extortion made against them. The committee dismissed these accusations as unfounded and baseless. In response to the allegations, the committee has taken a proactive step by summoning all Vice-Chancellors (VCs) of federal universities. These educational leaders are requested to provide documentary evidence related to the alleged extortion by a member of the committee. The summoned VCs are expected to appear before the committee on September 1, 2023. During an ongoing investigative hearing on job racketeering that…

By Onomiguren Agbamu The newly sworn-in commissioner in the Ministry of Transportation, Delta state, Hon. Onoriode Agofure has revealed that cheap, safe, and comfortable transportation services are the topmost priority for Deltans with his two points agenda for the Ministry. The commissioner spoke with newsmen shortly after a familiarization meeting with the staff of the Ministry at the state secretariat in Asaba The commissioner noted that the general meeting with the staff is for bonding and team building, and equally to encourage the staff to work harder to achieve the governor’s MORE agenda He said, “my emphasis was on efficiency,…

Residents of Ewekoro in the Ewekoro Local Government Area of Ogun State,are facing a dire health crisis as they grapple with the hazardous effects of cement dust particles emitted by Lafarge Africa Plc, a prominent cement manufacturing company. Expressing grave concern over the deteriorating situation, the community residents have decried the lack of safety in their once-thriving neighborhood. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that despite their persistent appeals to the company to take corrective measures, their pleas have fallen on deaf ears of the company’s management . A recent on-site investigation conducted by PLATFORM TIMES unveiled a distressing sight…

A staggering revelation has emerged from the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), indicating that a mere three percent of Nigerians possess insurance coverage, while a staggering 97 percent remain without any form of insurance, often due to a lack of awareness or inadequate education on the advantages of insurance. For context, Nigeria’s current population is estimated to be around 200 million, meaning that approximately 197 million individuals lack insurance coverage.  Dr. Usman Jankara, NAICOM’s Assistant Director of Corporate Strategy and Special Duties, shared these findings during a presentation at a journalists’ seminar held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.  …

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Tin-Can Island Command, has made a significant seizure by intercepting illicit drugs worth N550 million at the Lagos Port. In a press briefing held in Lagos, Compt.  Adekunle Oloyede, the Customs Area Controller of Tin-Can Island Port, disclosed that the command apprehended a Nigerian importer, identified only as Boniface, for attempting to bribe officers with $54,330 (equivalent to N50 million) following the seizure of two 40ft containers containing unregistered pharmaceutical products imported from India. The illicit drugs, disguised as electrical appliances, were concealed within the containers and lacked the required permits and…

The acting governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN),Folashodun Shonubi, and Deputy Governor, Edward Adamu has found themselves   embroiled in a fresh legal dispute as the Network Against Corruption and Trafficking Foundation (NACAT) takes them to the Federal High Court in Abuja.  The group accuses Shonubi, Adamu, and the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Bureau of failing to declare their assets to the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), a claim backed by Section 1(1) and (2) of the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, 2011. In a suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1182/2023, filed on August 25, 2023, NACAT…

Globacom, a leading telecommunications company, is celebrating its impressive 20-year journey, reiterating its dedication to investing in cutting-edge technologies to meet the evolving needs of its customers.  The milestone was announced on Tuesday, marking two decades of innovation and progress. Since its inception in 2003, Globacom has remained steadfast in its mission to provide top-notch communication and digital services.  The company’s unwavering commitment is reflected in its consistent adoption of the latest technologies.  This aligns with its corporate vision of establishing a resilient, fully integrated ICT network infrastructure that consistently delivers exceptional value to its valued…

Dangote Cement Plc has reinforced its stance on cement pricing, maintaining that its rates remain on par with or even lower than those prevalent along the West African coast. Countering the viral reports circulating across multiple media platforms, the company firmly stated that the cost of a bag of cement from its Nigerian factories has not experienced an uptick. Amid mounting public critique over the perceived incongruity in cement pricing between Nigeria and other West African nations, Dangote Cement Plc issued a statement to clarify the situation. The company’s announcement revealed that, as of the most…