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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a stern warning, announcing its potential withdrawal of workers from the National Housing Fund’s (NHF) contributory funds, citing a concerning lack of remittance for deductions made. In a significant development, NLC President, Joe Ajaero, delivered this ultimatum in Abuja during his appearance before the House of Representatives Ad hoc Committee.  The committee is currently investigating the non-remittance to the NHF and the utilization of funds from 2011 up to the present time. Ajaero underscored that the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) had failed to provide proper notifications to civil…

In a move to aid farmers in Oyo State following the detrimental effects of the 2022 flood, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (FMARD) has taken action by distributing more than 50 tonnes of certified maize seeds over the past three weeks.  Dr. Kakulu Omonele, the FMARD Coordinator in the state, revealed in Ibadan that this initiative is part of the government’s larger strategy to assist agricultural workers. The FMARD’s concerted efforts have been aimed at mitigating the disruption caused by the devastating flood of 2022, which had a profound impact on farmers across the nation.…

Fawaz Adebisi The Lagos State Government has decided to temporarily close the Iyana Ipaja Ramp as part of its commitment to advancing the Iyana Ipaja Bus Terminal Project. The closure is set to take place from Thursday, August 24, 2023, and will extend for a duration of 18 weeks. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transportation, Abdulhafiz Toriola , therefore, issued a statement on Wednesday outlining the traffic diversion measures that will be in place to ensure the smooth flow of vehicles during the construction period. According to the statement, Motorists traveling towards Lagos/Abeokuta Expressway from the Iyana Ipaja…

Concerns are mounting as health workers operating patent medicine stores within the Ewekoro local government area of Ogun State express deep apprehension about the escalating prevalence of malaria within the local communities. In a series of interviews conducted by PLATFORM TIMES on Sunday, a worrisome trend emerged as health workers unanimously voiced their unease regarding the soaring number of malaria cases afflicting the residents. The health workers underscored the stark reality of an alarmingly high frequency of individuals falling victim to malaria fever. Consequently, there has been a corresponding surge in the demand for malaria medications, with…

The Ogun State House of Assembly’s Committee on Transportation has sounded a cautionary call to action, urging Local Government Council Chairmen across the state to intervene and curb the alleged unwarranted harassment of motorcycle riders.  The harassment is purportedly being carried out by unauthorized individuals who falsely claim to be enforcing traffic regulations, including the mandatory use of crash helmets. The stern warning was articulated by Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, Chairman of the House Committee on Transportation, during a meeting held today at the Assembly Complex in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.  The deliberations centered around issues concerning various transport unions…

Nigerian track sensation Tobi Amusan exhibited her frustration during a fiery exchange with a journalist who relentlessly pressed her for answers regarding doping allegations. The incident occured after  her participation in the women’s 100-metre hurdle heats at the World Athletics Championship in Budapest, Hungary on Tuesday. Amusan, the eminent figure in Nigerian track circles, had already triumphed over doping-related challenges as her provisional suspension was revoked prior to the championship.  She further bolstered her reputation by delivering a remarkable performance, clocking an impressive time of 12.49 seconds in Heat 5, outpacing her competitors. In the aftermath…

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has issued a critical advisory to citizens who utilize prepaid meters, urging them to undertake a necessary update before the impending November 2024 deadline. In a recent announcement made by the regulatory authority, it was conveyed that individuals who do not complete the required meter update before the stipulated date will face a disruption in their ability to recharge their prepaid meters. The directive, disseminated via a statement shared on X (formerly known as Twitter), explicitly clarified that the process of updating the prepaid meters carries no financial burden for the…

Fawaz Adebisi The head of the Wagner Group, Yevgeny Prigozhin, has been believed to have perished in a plane crash that occurred earlier Wednesday. Russia’s civil aviation authority confirmed that Prigozhin was among the passengers on the ill-fated Embraer aircraft that crashed, resulting in the tragic loss of all on board. It was gathered that the private jet was en route from Moscow to St. Petersburg when the incident took place. Initial reports from the Wagner-linked Telegram channel, Grey Zone suggested that the aircraft might have been shot down by air defenses in the Tver region, just north of Moscow.…

In a strategic bid to quell the rising tide of insurgency within the North-East geopolitical zone, Directors of the Department of State Services (DSS) across the region have issued a compelling plea to the governors. The appeal entails prioritizing the comprehensive distribution of essential relief materials as a pivotal step towards curbing the menace of insurgency. Convening discreetly in Maiduguri, Borno’s capital, a group of high-ranking secret police officials embarked on in-depth discussions concerning the paramount role of intelligence gathering in countering acts of terrorism.  As these deliberations culminated, a collective communique was released by the DSS…

A  prominent figure within the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a member of the party’s Presidential Transition Council’s Media Strategy Subcommittee, Aliyu Audu has said that 45  Ministers drawn from 200 million Nigerians are inadequate. The APC chieftain expressed  his concerns over the current number of ministers in President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying that the appointment of 45 ministers falls significantly short of what he believes is necessary for the nation.  Audu asserted this during an appearance on Channels TV Sunrise Daily. The APC chieftain however, did not specify an ideal number of ministers required for effective governance. …