Author: Platform Times Newspaper

The directive byPresudent  Bola Ahmed Tinubu abolishing automatic tickets for incumbents in the All Progressives Congress (APC) is beginning to alter political calculations ahead of the 2027 general elections, with emerging indications that the policy may be reshaping the contest in Ondo North Senatorial District. The President had declared that no sitting officeholder would be guaranteed the party’s ticket, a move widely seen as an attempt to deepen internal democracy and compel aspirants to seek fresh mandates from party members. Findings show that the development is already creating a more competitive atmosphere in Ondo North, where a new political dynamic…

The Ogun State chapter of the Freelance and Independent Broadcasters’ Association of Nigeria has congratulated Sweet 107.1 FM on its 10th anniversary, describing the milestone as a reflection of resilience, innovation and sustained commitment to quality broadcasting. In a statement signed by the state Chairman, Olalekan Shoyinka, and released by the Publicity Secretary, Olusoji Akindiya, the association commended the proprietor, Olugbenga Obadara, Executive Director, Eddy Aina, and the station’s management and staff for what it called a decade of impactful service. FIBAN described the station as Nigeria’s pioneer leadership and entrepreneurship-focused radio platform, noting that its establishment marked a turning…

A group under the aegis of Concerned Nigerian Citizens has petitioned the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), raising alarm over alleged procedural irregularities and questionable administrative arrangements ahead of the Osun State governorship election. In the petition dated and received at INEC headquarters in Abuja, the group accused the electoral body of deploying what it described as “controversial procedural arrangements” that could allegedly favour certain political parties and undermine the credibility of the poll. The petitioners claimed that some of the operational decisions being taken by electoral authorities “raise serious concerns about neutrality, fairness and transparency,” warning…

… Says Execution Now Key As Growth Phase Begins The Federal Government has ruled out any reversal of ongoing economic reforms, declaring that the focus has now shifted from policy stabilisation to full-scale execution aimed at driving growth, attracting investment, and improving living standards. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, gave the assurance on Thursday at the launch of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) Private Sector Outlook 2026 in Lagos, where he warned that policy inconsistency could undermine investor confidence and slow down economic recovery. According to him, the government would maintain…

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ruled that commercial banks in Nigeria are subject to the regulatory authority of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, affirming the commission’s powers to investigate consumer complaints against financial institutions. Justice James Omotosho delivered the judgment on Wednesday, dismissing a suit filed by United Bank for Africa Plc challenging the FCCPC’s jurisdiction over its operations. The court also imposed a N2m fine on the bank, describing the suit as frivolous. In the case marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1972/2025, UBA had argued that, as a bank licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria, it was not…

The Nigerian Communications Commission has directed telecommunications operators to compensate subscribers with airtime for poor network services recorded across the country, in a move to strengthen consumer protection and enforce service standards. The Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr Aminu Maida, disclosed this on Thursday during a media briefing, stating that the directive followed verified breaches of minimum quality of service benchmarks by service providers. Maida clarified that the compensation was not a refund from the regulator but a mandatory obligation imposed on telecom operators for failing to meet required performance standards. According to him, the compensation will cover…

A former Ogun State governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, Iyabo Obasanjo, has alleged that her supporters were assaulted and denied access during the process that produced the party’s consensus candidate for the 2027 election. Obasanjo, daughter of ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo, raised the concerns in a statement on Thursday, days after the Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, announced Senator Solomon Adeola as the APC’s preferred governorship candidate. The governor had unveiled Adeola at a caucus meeting in Abeokuta on April 13, saying the decision followed wide consultations aimed at ensuring party unity and continuity ahead of…

The Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Mainasara Umar Kogo, has dismissed allegations of corruption, nepotism and abuse of office levelled against him, describing them as “blatant lies” and “misconceptions” allegedly fuelled by aggrieved staff members. Kogo, who spoke in an audio response to recent reports alleging irregularities in the tribunal, including nepotistic recruitment, manipulation of judicial decisions and administrative misconduct, insisted that due process is strictly followed in all tribunal operations. He specifically denied claims that he altered rulings of a three-member panel after court proceedings, stressing that decisions are collectively reached and signed by all panel…

Youth members of the African Democratic Congress on Thursday staged a protest in Benue State, calling for the resignation of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Joash Amupitan, over the commission’s refusal to recognise the party’s leadership. The demonstrators, led by the party’s National Youth Leader, Balarabe Rufai, marched to the INEC office in Makurdi, where they submitted a formal complaint, warning that the commission’s stance could undermine democratic participation ahead of the 2027 general elections. Addressing protesters, Rufai faulted INEC’s position, describing it as unacceptable and detrimental to the party’s structure. He said, “As it stands,…

Gunmen have abducted a Lagos-based woman, Olanike Ogundare, from her residence in the Ijedodo area of the state, with her captors demanding a ransom of N60 million in United States dollars for her release. It was  gathered that the victim was whisked away in the early hours of Thursday at about 1:00 a.m. from her home located at No. 1 Olufemi Ogundare Street, Oke Agaye, Ijedodo. Residents of the area said the armed assailants stormed the premises in a coordinated operation, overpowering the security guard on duty at gunpoint before taking the woman to an unknown destination. Family sources disclosed…