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Fawaz Adebisi The Board of Trustees, BoT, of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, has suspended it’s presidential candidate in the February 25 election, Rabiu Kwankwanso and the party’s National Working Committee, NWC, for six months over alleged involvement in anti party activities. This decision was made public on Tuesday, as it was the outcome of a voice vote cast by members during a special general assembly held at Rockview Hotels in Apapa. To fill the leadership void, new national officers have been appointed on an interim basis, with Dr. Agbo Major serving as the acting National Chairman, and Mr.…

In a determined effort to combat unprofessional behavior, extortion, and harassment plaguing Nigeria’s highways, the Inspector General of Police, Ag. IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has taken a firm stand against such misconduct. The move comes as a response to a series of complaints and concerns expressed by both the public and the National Assembly regarding the actions of certain police personnel. Expressing deep concern over the actions of a minority of officers that have sullied the reputation of the police force, the IGP is resolute in addressing these issues head-on. Reports of alleged extortion, intimidation, and harassment of…

Aminat Gusanu The Ogun State Community, Social Orientation, and Safety Corps have scored a significant victory against criminal impersonation with the arrest of Sanni Alhaji Ayuba, a man masquerading as an army officer. The imposter was taken into custody for exploiting fake military identification cards and insignia in an attempt to liberate suspected cult members apprehended by the authorities. The breakthrough in nabbing the fraudulent army officer was revealed in an official press release emanating from the Office of the State Commander of the Corps, Commander (Dr.) Soji Ganzallo. This information was made public through the office of the Director…

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…