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In a constitutional democracy where traditions and modern governance must harmonise, the 2020 succession crisis in Zazzau Emirate stands as a devastating example of how political power can hijack heritage. With the recent petition by the deposed Wazirin Zazzau, Ibrahim Aminu, now before the Kaduna State House of Assembly—a matter pending before the Supreme Court—it is imperative that legislative bodies across the federation take note. What is at stake is not merely the fate of a royal stool, but the soul of our traditional institutions, which have become vulnerable to the reckless ambitions of transient political actors.Following the death of…

With campaign restrictions lifted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), political parties and their candidates have intensified scheming ahead of the November 8, 2025, governorship election in Anambra State. The electoral body had last week, in a statement by its National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, said, “In line with the provision of Section 94(1) of the Electoral Act 2022, political parties are now at liberty to start their electioneering campaigns in public from Wednesday, 11th June 2025 and end at midnight on Thursday, 6th November 2025.” The commission also announced that…

From Abdullateef Aliyu , Peter Moses, Lagos & Baba Martins, Abuja  There are cracks in the South-west home base of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, months to the formal commencement of activities leading to the 2027 general elections.SPONSOR AD The South-west being the president’s natal base where he cut his political teeth to become one of the most influential political leaders in the country is regarded as his turf and linchpin for 2027.Recent happenings in the zone have, however, shown that the cohesion in the president’s base is being threatened by many issues in no less than three states in the…

 No fewer than seven Nigerian pilgrims have died during the ongoing 2025 Hajj pilgrimage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, following various health complications, PLATFORM TIMES has learnt. The deaths, mostly involving elderly pilgrims, occurred at different stages of the spiritual exercise, which ended on Sunday after the symbolic stoning of the devil at Jamarat and the departure of pilgrims from Mina to their hotels. The Hajj, one of the five pillars of Islam, draws millions of Muslims to the holy land annually. However, not every pilgrim returns home alive, with health challenges—particularly among the aged—often leading to fatalities. Among…

The federal government has announced the relaunch of the National Talent Export Programme (NATEP), which will create one million direct export-linked jobs and up to five million indirect jobs within five years.In addition, NATEP aims to attract over $1 billion in foreign direct investment to Nigeria’s growing service export economy. The programme, according to FG, targets high-impact sectors such as technology, business process outsourcing (BPO), the creative economy, healthcare, professional services and remote work.SPONSOR AD The renewed programme is designed to tap into the $1 trillion global outsourcing industry by positioning Nigeria’s youth as a world-class talent pool for digital…

The Federal Government has declared Thursday, 12th June, 2025, as a Public Holiday to commemorate this year’s democracy day celebration.The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement signed by Dr Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary of the ministry, on Sunday. While congratulating Nigerians on this occasion of 26 years of uninterrupted civil rule, he said, “June 12 represents our historic journey to building a nation where truth and justice reign and peace is sustained and our future assured.SPONSOR AD “The last 26 years tell the story of our resilience, strength and…

The Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI) has called the Federal Government to address the season disasters critically in order to forestall future occurrences.The JNI also urged the government to prioritise long-term preventive measures including improved drainage systems, resettlement plans for flood-prone communities, and environmental safeguards. The JNI Secretary General, Professor Khalid Abubakar Aliyu, in a statement expressed  solidarity with the government and people of Mokwa in Niger state.SPONSOR AD According to the statement, “This calamity, which has submerged homes, farmlands, and critical infrastructure, has rendered thousands homeless, disrupted livelihoods, and claimed precious lives. It is yet another stark reminder of the…

The Benue State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has expressed sorrow over persistent attacks and large-scale cattle rustling targeting its members.In a statement jointly signed by the State Chairman, Ardo Risku Mohammed and the Secretary, Ibrahim Galma, the association disclosed that 150 cattle belonging to one Umar Rabiu were recently rustled in Agatu Local Government Area. They also said an additional, about 130 cattle belonging to another herder were reportedly stolen in other communities within the same LGA, noting that none of the rustled livestock have been recovered as of the time of the…

At least four people have been killed in a deadly ambush in Uwok-Ishe community, Kakkek district of Bassa Local Government Area, Plateau State, in what residents fear may reignite ethnic tensions in the troubled region. The attack, which occurred around 7 pm on Saturday, claimed the lives of two farmers and two herders. Two others were critically injured and are currently receiving treatment at the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH). Local sources told PLATFORM TIMES that the victims—three Fulani and three Bache (also known as Rukuba)—were on their way to a mining site when gunmen opened fire on them. The…

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has received with profound sorrow the news of the passing of one of Nigeria’s most revered elder statesmen, Professor Jibrin Aminu, who died at the age of 85.In a deeply moving tribute, Governor Fintiri described the late Professor Aminu as “a towering figure in Nigeria’s intellectual, diplomatic, and political landscape,” noting that his death marks the end of an era defined by integrity, patriotism, and service to humanity. He emphasized that the loss is not only a profound one for Adamawa State, where Professor Aminu was a native and a source of immense…