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Azeezat Abdul-Raufu A gang of armed robbers reportedly attacked the residents in Madalla,a community in the Suleja local Government Area of Niger state. At least four residents were reportedly injured during the gang robbery on houses and a church in the community. PLATFORM TIMES reports that these attacks lasted for not less than 2 hours. The robbers were said to have burst into the compound of residence and robbed them of their valuables like money, ATM cards and smartphones. It was gathered thatv money was withdrawn from the seized ATM card. It was further gathered that securitymen and some of…

Feyisayo Ogunbiyi The Transmission Company of Nigeria on Tuesday, reported that the increment of the Nation’s power generation hit 5,713.60 megawatts (MW) The TCN in a statement, explained that the recent increment in the Nation’s Power generation surpassed the February 14, which was recorded to be 5,543.20 MW. The TCN confirmed that the highest power generation in the country was in March 1, 2021 which hit 5,801.60MW. TCN says “a new record for the maximum daily energy ever attained in the history of the electricity industry in Nigeria was also set yesterday, with a total of 125,542.06 megawatt-hours (MWh). This…

Emotions ran high at the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday as lawmakers and staff wept openly following the resignation of the former Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Meranda, paving the way for the reinstatement of the previously impeached Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa. Meranda, who made history as the first female Speaker of the Lagos Assembly, served in the role for just 49 days before stepping down in deference to party supremacy. Her resignation was the climax of a prolonged leadership crisis that had gripped the House since January 13, when Obasa was removed as Speaker. During the plenary…

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 38 new cases of Lassa fever and nine deaths within a week, raising concerns over the spread of the viral disease. The latest figures, released in the NCDC’s epidemiological report for week seven, show a decline from the 54 cases recorded the previous week. However, the case fatality rate (CFR) has risen to 19.7%, compared to 17.8% recorded during the same period in 2024. According to the report, the new cases were recorded in Bauchi, Ondo, Taraba, Edo, Plateau, Cross River, and Kogi states. Since the beginning of the…

The 2023 Lagos State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has officially resigned from the party, citing internal crisis, anti-party activities, and lack of discipline among the leadership. Jandor, who made the announcement on Monday at a media briefing in Ikeja, Lagos, accused key PDP figures, including former Deputy National Chairman Olabode George, of working against the party’s interests during the 2023 elections. He stated that the leadership’s failure to address these issues prompted his decision to leave. Addressing journalists, Adediran said, “I stand before you today with a heavy heart but…

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has granted provisional licenses to 11 new private universities across Nigeria, in a move aimed at bolstering the nation’s tertiary education sector. Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, made the announcement following the FEC meeting, highlighting the government’s commitment to enhancing access to quality higher education. He also revealed that while a moratorium has been imposed on further licenses, institutions already in advanced approval stages will proceed unaffected. The newly approved universities include New City University in Ayetoro, Ogun State; University of Fortune in Igbotako, Ondo State; Eranova University in Mabushi, FCT; and Minaret…

The Rivers State House of Assembly, under the leadership of Martins Amaewhule, has given Governor Similanayi Fubara a strict 48-hour ultimatum to present the state’s 2025 budget. This ultimatum was issued during a plenary session held in Port Harcourt on Monday. This development follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that affirmed Martins Amaewhule and 26 other assembly members aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike as the legitimate representatives of the Rivers State House of Assembly. The court’s decision mandated their immediate resumption of legislative duties. Governor Fubara had previously signed the N1.1 trillion 2025 budget into law on January 2nd,…

The De Renaissance Patriots Foundation, a socio-cultural organization of Lagos State indigenes, has condemned the reinstatement of Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, describing the development as a “show of shame.” Obasa, who was impeached on January 13, 2025, over allegations of corruption and abuse of office, was reinstated on Monday, March 3, 2025, in a move that has sparked outrage among stakeholders. In a press statement signed by its Media Office, the Foundation expressed shock over the Assembly’s decision, declaring that the legislative body had turned into an “amusement park” and a “monument…

Daud Olatunji The National Cashew Association of Nigeria (NCAN), Ogun State Chapter, has raised concerns over the persistent harassment and extortion of cashew merchants along state roads, threatening their livelihood and economic contributions. Consultant for Special Duties at NCAN,Hon. Taiwo Akinlabi, disclosed this on Monday at a press briefing held in Abeokuta. He highlighted the pivotal role of cashew production in driving economic growth, job creation, and foreign exchange earnings in Nigeria. Akinlabi lamented that despite these contributions, cashew merchants face numerous challenges, including fluctuating international market prices, climate change affecting yields, and inadequate quality control measures. “However, the most…

Contrary to recent media reports circulating Monday night, the Oyo State Government has vehemently denied claims of the demise of the revered Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, aged 89. Addressing the speculations, the State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Wasiu Olatunbosun, affirmed that Oba Olakulehin is indeed alive and in good health. “Yes. Olubadan is alive, hale and hearty,” stated Olatunbosun. He further reassured the public, citing direct communication with Prince Olaseke Owolabi Olakulehin, a representative of the royal family at the coronation committee. Additionally, Chief Press Secretary to the Olubadan, Gbenga Ayoade, debunked the swirling rumors in a…