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Aminat Gusanu Security expert Colonel Hassan Stan-Labo (retd.) has revealed that the possession of firearms by non-state actors fuels banditry, kidnapping, terrorism, and other forms of violence in Nigeria. Drawing from his extensive expertise, Stan-Labo highlighted the pressing concern of individuals openly carrying firearms in public spaces without facing legal consequences. He emphasized that this alarming trend contributes significantly to a security threat that cannot be ignored. Furthermore, Stan-Labo highlighted the dire consequences of non-state actors wielding automatic weapons, which poses a direct challenge to the state’s authority over firearm possession. He affirmed that the ability to brandish…

The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has shed light on the frequent disagreements that arise between state governors and their deputies, citing a variety of reasons for this issue. Ganduje’s remarks came amidst a backdrop of ongoing tensions between Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, and his deputy, Philip Shaibu. Speaking at the APC’s national secretariat in Abuja during a visit by a forum of former deputy governors, Ganduje attributed the root cause of these conflicts to the influence of sycophants within the political landscape. Drawing from his own experience as a…

The Ogun State government has unveiled a steadfast commitment to electrify rural areas as part of a strategic initiative aimed at curbing the increasing rural-urban migration trend. This ambitious endeavour is not only anticipated to enhance the quality of life for rural residents but also to foster economic growth within these communities. Announcing the initiative, Adetayo Adewale, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Rural Development, emphasized the state’s unwavering dedication to ensuring a continuous supply of electricity to rural regions. Adewale highlighted the installation of solar street-lights in locations such as Temidire Ogbonselu in Ayetoro and Biotiku Ashipa in…

The Lagos State Government has declared that a staggering 80 percent of the flooding incidents within the state are a direct result of human activities.  This revelation was made by the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr. Femi Oke-Osanyintolu. Addressing local council representatives in Lagos, Dr. Oke-Osanyintolu highlighted the ongoing flood mitigation and adaptation awareness campaign led by LASEMA under the theme “A Flood Free Lagos 2023: Building Flood Resilience is our Collective Responsibility.” The campaign aims to raise awareness about flood prevention strategies and rally collective efforts to combat the growing issue. Dr. Oke-Osanyintolu…

In an impressive display of lexical prowess and strategic brilliance, Charles Osadolor, a member of Zenith Bank’s Oluremi branch, has claimed victory at the 2003 World English Language Scrabble Players Association Diamonds Challenge (Category 2). The event, held in Las Vegas, United States, showcased the world’s finest scrabble talents, with Osadolor emerging as the triumphant champion. Osadolor’s exceptional command of language and keen strategic acumen set him apart from fellow contestants, leading him to outshine rivals in a challenging tournament that tested his mastery of word origins, meanings, and linguistics. Despite being a first-time participant, Osadolor’s performance left…

The indigenous traditional religion otherwise known as Isese worshippers have been told that their security cannot be guaranteed for their festival in Kwara state . The traditionalists have been told to relocate the festival planned for celebration on August 20, 2023, in Kwara state to other areas of the country. The Kwara State Police Command said that the security situation in the state is not favourable for such celebration. The command said this in a statement issued on Monday evening and signed by SP Okasanmi Ajayi, Police Public Relations Officer. Ajayi said that the Command had met with the worshippers…

Female students of the Federal Polytechnic, llaro have been warned against going to the school campus without pants and bras . The warning was contained in a message to the by the speaker of the students’ Representatives Council, Sulaimon Adedamola . The letter obtained by PLATFORM TIMES on Monday, dated, August 12,2023 and addressed to the students of the polytechnic. The letter stressed the importance of female students of the polytechnic to add to their dressing while on campus a bra and pants . The Speaker urged the female students to wear pants and bras for their safety, comfort and…

In a significant development, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has taken into custody five senior officials from the Department of Farm Inputs Supports Services (FISS) within the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. This action follows allegations of misappropriation of funds allocated for monitoring exercises and sensitization programs. According to reliable sources, the arrests unfolded at the Bank of Agriculture Building, situated within the Central Business District of Garki, Abuja, on the 10th of August, 2023. The ICPC detained four of the apprehended officials for a short duration before subsequently releasing them. However, the…

Eight days after a gang of gunmen kidnapped a First Class Chief of Gurku in Nasarawa State, Jubril Mamman Waziri, and his wife, Hajiya Sa’adatu Waziri, they have been released from captivity. The Governor of the state, Abdullahi Sule confirmed this on Monday. Sule disclosed that the Chief of Gurku community in Karu local government area of Nasarawa State and his wife have both regained freedom from their abductors. However, Governor Sule announced during the swearing-in of new Commissioners on Monday that the Chief and his wife had been released. He said the duo were in good health…

Over a million individuals have been displaced within the northwest region of Nigeria due to the increasing menace of banditry, cattle rustling, and kidnappings, as reported by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). A staggering 54 percent of females and 56 percent of children have been forced to flee in Katsina State alone, amplifying concerns about the crisis’s impact on women and children. The total number of those affected in the state stands at 223,473. The IOM unveiled these alarming statistics during the official launch of a conflict mitigation and community reconciliation project in northwest Nigeria, organized in Katsina State’s…