Author: Platform Times Newspaper

A 28-year-old man met his untimely death in Ondo State on Friday after allegedly taking hard drugs and coming into contact with a live wire. The spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, Funmilayo Odunlami, confirmed the incident, emphasizing the dangers of drug abuse among youths. According to Odunlami, the man, suspected to be under the influence of hard substances, climbed a fence and inadvertently touched the live wire, leading to his electrocution. While extending condolences, Odunlami used the incident to caution against substance abuse, referencing Nigerian gospel singer Esther Igbekele’s song, Se Normal, as a poignant reminder for youths…

An eleven year-old girl (name withheld) has accused her 38-old year old father, Moses Udor of raping her through anus several times in his room in Ondo State. Narrating her ordeal, the victim said her father severally violated her in his room and threatened to kill her if she open up to anyone. According to her “My father has been forcefully having sexual intercourse with me through my front and my back. “He started it when I was 10 years old and I cannot count the number of times he has done it. “Whenever my father was sleeping with me…

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has called on Amnesty International to substantiate its claims that over 10,000 individuals have died in military custody since the onset of the Boko Haram insurgency in the North-East. Amnesty International made the allegations during a press conference on Thursday, where its Country Director, Isa Sanusi, announced the filing of a case with the International Criminal Court in The Hague. The organization accused the Nigerian military of committing crimes against humanity, sparking widespread reactions. Responding to the allegations, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Buba Edward, issued a statement on Friday dismissing the claims…

Former Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, has expressed his condolences to the Muslim community following the passing of renowned Islamic preacher and Oniwasi Agbaye, Sheikh Muiydeen Bello, who died on Friday at the age of 84. In a statement issued on Friday by his media office, Amosun described Sheikh Bello as a pious and impactful religious leader who dedicated his life to promoting peace, honesty, and integrity. The senator noted that Sheikh Bello’s teachings resonated far beyond the South-West region, earning him respect and recognition even in northern Nigeria. “As a religious leader, Sheikh Bello was always available to…

Ogun State has been named the Best Overall Performing State in Digital Technology Development, a testament to its unwavering commitment to advancing the digital economy through collaborations with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) professionals and startups. The award, presented at the 12th Regular Meeting of the National Council on Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy (NCCIDE) in Makurdi, Benue State, highlights Ogun’s leadership in digital transformation under Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration. The Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, who presented the award, lauded Governor Abiodun’s visionary approach to digitalization and tech entrepreneurship. He described the achievement as…

The Edo State Government has announced the appointment of Friday Aghedo as the Chief Press Secretary to the state’s Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa. The appointment, effective December 2, 2024, was disclosed in a letter signed by the Secretary to the Edo State Government, Mr. Musa Ikhilor. Aghedo, a seasoned media professional and blogger, brings extensive experience in media management and leadership to the role. Having worked closely with Deputy Governor Idahosa since 2019, Aghedo’s familiarity with his principal’s operations is expected to foster seamless communication and media coordination. Before this appointment, Aghedo served as the Press Secretary to the Chairman…

The Minority Whip of the Ogun State House of Assembly,  AbdulRasheed Kashamu, has assured the public of a meticulous review of the N1.05 trillion  budget proposal presented by Governor Dapo Abiodun for the 2025 fiscal year.before the state house of Assembly. Kashamu, who is also Nigeria’s youngest lawmaker, pledged that the Assembly would scrutinize the budget to ensure it meets the needs of Ogun State residents. Speaking after the governor’s budget presentation on Wednesday, Kashamu reiterated the Assembly’s commitment to upholding its oversight responsibilities while maintaining a collaborative relationship with the executive. “The legislature and the executive have always had…

Daud Olatunji Former Governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party in Ogun State Oladipupo Adebutu  has condemned the recent detention of his personal assistant, Gafar Asaolu, labeling it an abuse of political office. In a statement released on Thursday, Adebutu criticized the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly succumbing to political manipulation, accusing them of fabricating charges against Asaolu following the November 16 local government elections. “The detention of Gafar Asaolu was an unprecedented abuse of political office,” Adebutu said. “Despite obtaining Certified True Copies of statements from all actors involved, it is clear that Asaolu was not mentioned as…

The Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has expressed concern over the country’s annual expenditure of $480 million on importing three tonnes of rice, describing it as unsustainable. Nonye Ayeni, NEPC’s Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, disclosed this during a one-day technical support workshop for rice farmers and processors in Lokoja, Kogi State. Represented by Aliu Sadiq, a deputy director in the council’s policy and strategy department, Ayeni emphasized that urgent measures are being implemented to reduce Nigeria’s dependence on rice imports. “The continuous spending of $480 million on importing rice is unacceptable,” Ayeni said. She noted that boosting local…

The Labour Party (LP) has expressed strong disapproval of the recent defection of four of its members in the House of Representatives to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The party has vowed to take legal action against the defectors while demanding that their seats be declared vacant. The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, announced the defections during a plenary session, identifying the lawmakers as Chinedu Okere, Mathew Donatus, Akiba Bassey, and Esosa Iyawe. The defectors cited alleged “internal crises” within the LP as their reason for switching allegiance to the APC. In a swift reaction, LP…