Author: Platform Times Newspaper

…Calls for collective responsibility, inclusive governance A leading aspirant in the 2027 Ogun State governorship race, Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, has called for unity, courage and collective responsibility among residents of the state as they celebrate this year’s Lisabi Day. In a goodwill message to the people of Ogun State, Obasanjo said the annual celebration remains a powerful reminder of the enduring values of unity, resilience and communal strength, which she noted have long defined the Egba people. She described the legendary Lisabi Agbongbo Akala as a symbol of resistance, justice and selfless leadership, stressing that his legacy continues to inspire…

…Tracka Seeks Urgent Disclosure Under FOI Act … Laments Absence Of Reliable Population Data Since 2006 Daud Olatunji A civic accountability group, Tracka, has expressed outrage over the alleged expenditure of N129.5bn on Nigeria’s suspended 2023 national population census, describing the situation as a major breach of public trust amid the absence of published results. The group, in a statement on Friday, said the development underscores Nigeria’s long-standing data deficit, noting that the country has not conducted a credible census since 2006, a gap it warned continues to undermine governance, planning, and equitable distribution of resources. According to Tracka, analysis…

The immediate past Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has said his decision to resign from office was to safeguard peace and ensure uninterrupted governance in the state amid mounting political tensions. Gwarzo, who formally stepped down on March 27, 2026, disclosed this in a resignation letter addressed to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, describing his exit as voluntary and driven by a sense of responsibility. “I have taken this step in the spirit of responsibility and statesmanship, to allow the government and the state to move forward without undue distractions,” he said. The former deputy governor explained that…

Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has been released from the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) weeks after his arrest over alleged corruption charges. El-Rufai, who had been in detention since February 19, 2026, was initially arrested shortly after leaving the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, where he had undergone 48 hours of interrogation. The ICPC had subsequently arraigned him before a Federal High Court in Kaduna on a 10-count charge bordering on alleged conversion of public property and money laundering. The court, however, adjourned hearing on his bail…

Delegates of the All Progressives Congress from Lagos State were on Friday reportedly stranded at airports and motor parks across the state amid an alleged delay in the release of mobilisation funds ahead of the party’s national convention in Abuja. Findings indicated that several delegates were unable to travel for the high-stakes convention scheduled to hold this weekend at the Eagle Square, where new members of the party’s National Executive Committee are expected to emerge. Multiple party sources said  that affected delegates were seen at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport and major motor parks, struggling to secure transportation to the…

A Kano-based tricycle rider, Malam Salisu Nufi’u, has cried out for urgent assistance following the death of his wife, Hafsatu Yusuf, shortly after she delivered quintuplets, leaving him with the daunting responsibility of caring for 14 children. Nufi’u, who resides in Hotoro Yandodo in Nasarawa Local Government Area of Kano State, said the incident has plunged his family into grief and uncertainty, describing his situation as overwhelming. Speaking on the tragic development, the 54-year-old said his late wife had complained of discomfort days before the incident, despite having about six weeks left to her expected delivery date. He explained that…

A new investigation has linked the late Nigerian banking executive, Herbert Wigwe, to 106 properties in London, placing him among the largest foreign real estate owners in the United Kingdom’s capital. The report, published by The Londoner, ranked Wigwe seventh on a list of billionaires with extensive property holdings across the city. According to the investigation titled “Revealed: The Billionaires Who Really Own London,” over 32,000 properties in London are owned by overseas entities, following a recent change in UK legislation compelling foreign companies to disclose their beneficial owners. The data, compiled with support from Tax Policy Associates, enabled researchers…

The Kogi State Polytechnic community has again been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of a lecturer, Anslem Ojodomo, who reportedly collapsed during a lecture session. Ojodomo was said to have slumped on Thursday while addressing students in class, triggering panic among those present. A source within the institution said  that the lecturer suddenly became unresponsive in the middle of his lecture. “The incident occurred during a classroom session. He slumped while speaking to students, and the class was thrown into confusion,” the source said. He was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention but was…

In commemoration of International Women’s Day 2026, Lafarge Africa Plc, in partnership with Leadway Health, has provided free breast health screening for women in Lagos, as part of efforts to promote early detection and reduce the burden of breast cancer. The outreach, held on Thursday at the Primary Health Care Centre, Akerele, attracted scores of women who received professional screening, medical guidance, and health education on preventive practices. The initiative, according to the organisers, was aimed at bridging gaps in access to essential healthcare services while raising awareness about the importance of early diagnosis in tackling breast cancer. Speaking on…

Fawaz Adebisi A prominent Ogun State-based radio presenter, Akinyemi Olatoye popularly called Alawiye, has explained that his annual Alagbawi Nla Praise Festival is driven by a deep sense of faith, gratitude, and commitment to humanitarian service. Speaking during his radio programme on Friday, Alawiye said the event, held every March 30 to mark his birthday, was conceived as a platform to bring people together in collective worship and thanksgiving. He noted that beyond its spiritual significance, the festival also serves as an avenue to support vulnerable members of society, particularly widows. According to him, the outreach component of the programme…