Author: Platform Times Newspaper

There was palpable tension in Plateau State on Tuesday after suspected kidnappers attempted to snatch a soldier’s rifle during a counter-kidnapping operation by troops of the Nigerian Army, a move that led to their immediate neutralisation. The incident occurred during a follow-up operation by troops of the 3 Division of the Nigerian Army, operating under the Joint Task Force, Operation ENDURING PEACE, around Lantom Village in the Kadarko District of Wase Local Government Area. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the troops were acting on what the Army described as credible intelligence when they raided a suspected kidnappers’ hideout in the area.…

The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has raised the alarm over what it described as a disturbing resurgence of terror attacks across the South-West and other parts of the country, calling on governors in the region to urgently implement coordinated security measures. In a statement issued on Thursday, Afenifere’s National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Jare Ajayi, expressed deep concern over recent violent incidents in the South-West, warning that the relative calm witnessed during the just-concluded festive period should not be mistaken for safety. Ajayi cited a string of attacks that have heightened fears in the region, including the killing of five forest…

The Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, on Thursday accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, of undermining democratic governance, alleging that the executive arm has been spending public funds without legislative approval. Amaewhule made the allegations shortly after the Assembly commenced impeachment proceedings against the governor and his deputy over alleged gross misconduct. He accused Fubara of deliberately refusing to present the 2026 budget to the House, in clear violation of constitutional provisions, insisting that nothing legally prevents the governor from laying the appropriation bill before lawmakers. “Nothing is holding the government…

Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai (retd.), has filed a ₦1bn defamation suit against a retired major-general, Danjuma Ali-Keffi, over allegations linking him to terrorism financing and the shielding of Boko Haram suspects. The suit, instituted on Thursday before a Kaduna State High Court, followed claims allegedly made by Ali-Keffi in interviews circulated online, accusing Buratai of maintaining ties with terrorism-linked individuals and facilitating the unlawful release of terror suspects during his tenure as army chief. Buratai, through his lawyers, A.I. Aliyu and A.M. Hassan of Law Plus Consult, urged the court to declare that the publications—reportedly first…

Residents of Isara community in Remo North Local Government Area of Ogun State have appealed to the state government and relevant regulatory agencies to urgently regulate quarry activities in the area, warning that unchecked operations are exposing them to serious health risks, including asthma, lung complications and skin cancer. The residents, under the aegis of the Isara Socioeconomic Vanguard, made the appeal in a petition dated Thursday and addressed to Governor Dapo Abiodun and the Ogun State House of Assembly. They lamented that despite hosting several quarry firms, the community had suffered neglect, intimidation and environmental degradation, with no tangible…

Daud Olatunji Resident doctors at the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Ogun State, have resolved to embark on a total, indefinite and comprehensive strike from midnight on January 12, 2026, over what they described as the Federal Government’s persistent failure to fully implement agreements reached with their national body. Addressing a press conference on Thursday in Abeokuta, the President of the ARD FMC Abeokuta, Dr. Quadri Olanipekun said the  decision was reached at an  Emergency General Meeting of the Association of Resident Doctors, FMC Abeokuta (ARD-FMCA), held virtually on Wednesday, January 7, following a review of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…

An Ogun State–based entrepreneur and Chairman of Threeco Construction Company, Otunba Muraino Olatunji Banjoko, popularly known as Threeco, has declared his intention to contest the Ogun Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general election, citing passion for service, philanthropy and grassroots advocacy as the driving force behind his ambition. Banjoko made this known on Wednesday while addressing stakeholders and support groups at a grassroots meeting held in Ifo Local Government Area of the district. The real estate developer said his decision to seek a seat in the National Assembly was a natural progression of his long-standing commitment to humanitarian service…

Resident doctors at the Neuropsychiatric Hospital (NPH), Aro, Abeokuta, have announced they will join the nationwide strike declared by the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) from midnight on Monday, January 12, 2026, over the Federal Government’s alleged failure to honour agreements reached with the doctors. The decision was contained in a press statement issued on Wednesday by the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD), NPH, Aro, following an Emergency General Meeting held virtually on January 4, 2026. The statement was signed by the ARD President, Dr. Chidi  Ikwumezie; General Secretary, Dr. George  Oparaku; and Public Relations Officer, Dr. John  Aderibigbe…

The Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Alhaja Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has been celebrated for her leadership, service, and commitment to the Muslim community on the occasion of her birthday. In a heartfelt letter of felicitation, the Council of Muslim Titled Chiefs (COMTIC) of Ogun State expressed gratitude to Allah for the Deputy Governor’s continued good health, wisdom, and achievements. The letter, signed by Dr. Kusimo Adeneye Rabiu, Registrar and Secretary of the council, commended her exemplary service to humanity and her unwavering dedication to the progress of Muslims in the state. The council described Alhaja Salako-Oyedele as a “devout Muslimah whose…

The Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, received warm felicitations from the League of Imams and Alfas in Ogun State as she marked her birthday. In a letter signed by Imam Tajudeen Mustafa Adewunmi, Secretary-General of the league, the religious body commended Salako-Oyedele for her dedication to public service, professionalism, and commitment to inclusive governance. The letter, addressed to the Deputy Governor, praised her efforts in promoting peace, development, and good governance across the state. “Your dedication to public service, professionalism, and commitment to peace, development, and inclusive governance are worthy of commendation,” the letter stated. The League…