Author: Platform Times Newspaper

More Nigerians in the diaspora have expressed satisfaction with the Pelican Valley range of estates in Ogun State and the infrastructural development taking place there, saying there are places they can now proudly call home and move into on or before retirement. The diasporas – Mr Olaseni Blackstone, Mr Samuel Adewale; President of Leadership and Governance, Canada, and… who are members of the October Canada – Nigeria Business Summit in Toronto, arrived at the verdict after a guided tour of the estates recently. The three were first at the Pelican Valley Estate Laderin where unusual home happens and later at…

Mining communities continue to experience a rise in out-of-school children due to their pursuit of quick cash through mineral exploration and other activities in the value chain. N&G consulting firm Ltd, a specialist consultancy offering organisational development, leading change, organisational culture and coaching stated this in its report on an Overview of the Nigerian Mining Sector Gender Strategy. The Project Manager of the firm, Mrs Ngozichi Okorie, said this in a chat with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abuja Okrie said that the situation was part of the impact of mining that women experience in Nigeria.…

The Ogun  State Chief Judge,Hon. Justice Mosunmola Dipeolu, has extended amnesty to 46 inmates during a recent jail delivery operation at Oba and Ibara Correctional Centres in Abeokuta. PLATFORM TIMES reports that the move was a  step towards alleviating overcrowding and instilling hope within correctional facilities in the State.  Justice Dipeolu disclosed that 31 inmates were liberated from the Oba Correctional Centre, while 15 were released from Ibara Correctional Centre, bringing the total number of beneficiaries to 46.  This action supplements the earlier amnesty granted to 3 inmates at the Ilaro Correctional Centre, highlighting the judiciary’s commitment to fairness and…

Daud Olatunji The recently concluded Ogun Peace Summit, held between April 29th and 30th, 2024, at the June 12 Cultural Centre in Kuto, Abeokuta, has sparked a new wave of hope for peace and security in Ogun State, Nigeria.  Organised by the Peace Initiative Network, under the leadership of Dr. Olufemi Sodipo, the summit brought together a diverse array of stakeholders, including state government officials, law enforcement agencies, community development associations, people with disabilities, media, and non-governmental organisations. The summit, which addressed the pressing security challenges facing Ogun State, highlighted the necessity for collective action and collaboration among all stakeholders.…

As Nigeria’s workforce commemorates this year’s Worker’s Day, the General Secretary of the Articulated Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) in Ogun State,Comrade Oluwatoyin Kamal Kelani, famously known as K Square has rallied workers to exhibit resilience in the face of prevailing hardships.  Speaking to journalists on Wednesday, K Square emphasised  the adage that ‘tough times don’t last, only tough people do’. In his address, K Square urged workers across the nation, particularly motorcycle operators in the  State, to exercise patience with the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun.  He acknowledged…

In a bid to address the evolving landscape of mental health service delivery in Nigeria, a groundbreaking colloquium has been scheduled for May 11, 2024.  PLATFORM TIMES reports that the  virtual event promises to be a pivotal platform for exploring recent changes in the legal framework governing mental health care. Distinguished speakers from various fields will grace the occasion, including Professor Mansfield Mela, Senator (Dr) Ibrahim Oloriegbe, Mr. Y. C. Maikyau, SAN, FCIArb, OON, Professor Taiwo Lateef, Professor Taiwo Obindo, Dr. Law Mefor, and Professor AG Ahmed. Each brings a wealth of expertise and insight, ensuring robust discussions on the…

Daud Olatunji Rots seem to have been noticed in the first state university in Ogun State, the Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, following the alleged failure of the government to constitute a visitation panel in the last 15 years, according to an investigation by PLATFORM TIMES. PLATFORM TIMES’s investigation revealed that both former Governor Ibikunle Amosun and the current Governor, Dapo Abiodun, did not take stock of the school in the last 15 years. Despite the commendable performances of past Vice-Chancellors, including Prof. Saburi Adesanya and Prof. Ganiyu Olatunde, who were appointed during Amosun’s tenure between 2013 and 2022, the absence…

The Nigerian Senate has taken a significant step towards the establishment of the Peace Corps, with the bill passing its first reading after transmission from the House of Representatives.  Sponsored by Senate Leader Sen. Micheal Opeyemi Bamidele, the motion for concurrence is expected shortly, aligning with the National Assembly’s procedures. The Peace Corps of Nigeria, led by National Commandant Dr. Dickson Akoh, has been operating for over 25 years under the Company and Allied Matters Act (CAMA), with federal recognition from the Ministry of Youth Development and a license from the Ministry of Finance, Budget, and National Planning. While the…

The Enugu State Water Cooperation’s Deputy Director, 56-year-old Mr. Emeka Edoh, faced charges of false pretense, accused of defrauding Enugu residents of N150,000 under the guise of rectifying water bills. Chief Magistrate Joseph Agu presided over the arraignment, where Edoh, represented by counsel Barr. E.E. Ezekwe, pleaded not guilty. Despite arguments for bail, Senior Legal Officer Barr. Onyinye Ugwu contested, deeming the offense severe. Ultimately, Magistrate Agu granted bail at N500,000, with stringent conditions. Meanwhile, Onyeka Nicholas, Okechukwu Umeh, Monday Udeh, and Tochukwu Eze faced separate charges of illegal roadblocks, intimidation, and extortion. Despite their arraignment, Magistrate Agu denied bail,…

Justice Inyang Edem Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja, is set to determine the fate of Bello Bodejo, the detained leader of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, on May 30. Bodejo, arraigned by the federal government in March on charges related to alleged violation of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, awaits the court’s decision on his bail application. The government accuses Bodejo of establishing an ethnic militia group, Kungiya Zaman Lafiya, to promote terrorism, a charge he denies. During the bail hearing, Bodejo’s lawyer, Ahmed Raji, SAN, pleaded for his client’s release on various grounds, including ill health…