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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…

The National Assembly will hold a Special Joint Sitting on Thursday, June 12 in honour of Democracy Day, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expected to attend as Special Guest of Honour.In a statement released on Sunday by the House of Representatives Spokesman, Rep. Akin Rotimi, the event will mark 26 years of uninterrupted democracy in Nigeria under the theme: “26 Years of Democracy: Renewing Our Commitment to National Development.” According to him, an internal memorandum from the Clerk of the House, Dr. Yahaya Danzaria, said the session will take place in the House of Representatives Chamber at the National Assembly…

A senior military officer identified as Lieutenant Commodore M. Buba has been stabbed to death by a suspected hoodlum in Kaduna State. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the incident occurred at the Kawo bridge area on Saturday evening when the officer was attacked while changing a flat tyre. According to eyewitness accounts, the naval officer, who was on course at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC), Jaji, was returning to base when his vehicle developed a fault. “He alighted from his car to change the tyre when a young man approached him and demanded his mobile phone,” a witness…

A high-powered delegation of Kaduna-based Islamic clerics paid Governor Uba Sani a Sallah homage at Sir Kashim House, to felicitate with him on the occasion of the Eid Al-Adha celebrations on Saturday.Speaking during the visit, the Chief Imam of Al-Manar mosque, Dr Tukur Adam said that the visit was in accordance with the teachings of Prophet Muhammad(SAW). Dr Adam further said that Islam enjoins Muslims to pay homage to their leaders to celebrate with them during such festive periods, before their parents, traditional rulers and Islamic clerics.SPONSOR AD The Chief Imam of Al Manar mosque commended Governor Uba Sani for…

The Adamawa State Poverty Alleviation and Wealth Creation Agency (PAWECA) has officially commenced the distribution of 40,000 empowerment forms under the Fintiri Business Wallet Empowerment Program, targeting the first and second quarters of the year.This initiative spans all 226 political wards across the 21 local government areas of the state. The program is designed to provide critical financial support to owners of nano, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), helping them grow their businesses, increase productivity, and reduce poverty at the grassroots level. Each selected beneficiary will receive ₦50,000 in direct financial support, aimed at boosting their business activities and improving…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted no fewer than 66 parcels of Loud, a strong strain of cannabis, packaged as green tea at the import shed of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos.The seizure made on Thursday, 5th June, 2025, was based on credible intelligence received ahead of the arrival of the consignment at the cargo wing of the airport on 11th May. Spokesman of the NDLEA, Femi Babafemi, in a statement on Sunday, said that the NDLEA had watch-listed the shipment, and sustained surveillance around it for over three weeks before inviting…

The Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, says the federal government has reached an advance stage in its bid to revive the comatose Ajaokuta steel company in kogi state.The minister disclosed this at the weekend while hosting stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State at his country home in Ogbonicha, Ofu Local Government Area of the state . He said the federal government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) of the plant to that effect.SPONSOR AD The minister added that the government has extended the search for private investors…

Each of the 3,200 pilgrims from Sokoto state have received 1000 Saudi Riyals which is equivalent to N450,000 as Sallah gift from Governor Ahmed Aliyu.The governor made the announcement on Saturday during a visit to the Sokoto contingent in Minna, where he congratulated them on the successful completion of the Hajj exercise. Aliyu said the gesture was aimed at supporting the pilgrims financially as they prepare for their return journey to Nigeria.SPONSOR AD He expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the state’s pilgrims, noting that none were found violating Saudi Arabian laws during their stay in the holy land.“I want…