Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested a former councillor in Lagos State and intercepted several illicit drugs and explosive components in multiple operations across the country. The agency said the former councillor, Sheleru Sadiq, who represented Orimedu in the Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area, was arrested on March 2 at his residence over alleged possession of illegal drugs. NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, noting that a search of the suspect’s residence led to the discovery of 40 kilograms of skunk, a strong strain of cannabis, concealed in one of the rooms.…

The wife of the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Terhemba Tsoho, has reportedly been intercepted by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission while travelling to Benue State with $160,000 in cash. Sources familiar with the development disclosed that the woman was stopped by EFCC officials during the trip and subsequently returned to Abuja after the large sum of money was allegedly discovered in her possession. According to the sources, the interception occurred amid ongoing scrutiny surrounding Justice Tsoho over alleged violations of asset declaration rules. A source privy to the development said, “She was…

… Says systemic barriers still limit opportunities The Beyond Limit Initiative for Women and Girls with Disabilities has called for urgent systemic reforms to ensure full inclusion, protection and economic empowerment of women with disabilities in Nigeria. The group made the call in a statement issued by the Executive Director of the Beyond Limit Initiative, Oluwatomisin Adeyefa Olatayo, on Sunday in Abeokuta, Ogun State, to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day. Olatayo urged government and other stakeholders to move beyond symbolic celebrations and implement policies that guarantee equal opportunities. Under the theme, “Count Us In: Breaking Barriers, Beyond Limit,” she …

Women now hold just 27.5 per cent of parliamentary seats worldwide, marking a meager 0.3 per cent increase from 2025, the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) has revealed. The UN-backed report, Women in Parliament 2025, released ahead of International Women’s Day on March 8, described the growth as the slowest in nearly a decade. The report also highlighted a decline in women’s leadership roles in legislatures, with women occupying only 12 of the 75 newly appointed speakerships. According to the IPU, electoral quotas play a “critical role” in improving female representation. In the 49 countries that held elections last year, chambers with…

A former Inspector General of Police, Sunday Ehindero, has revealed that his entry into the Nigeria Police Force was sparked by a personal encounter with corruption on the road. Ehindero said  that while travelling from Abeokuta to Ibadan, he was stopped near Government College, Ibadan by a police sergeant who demanded a bribe. “I did not have the amount he demanded, and he refused to release my vehicle particulars. Eventually, I was forced to buy him a Star Beer and Crolla soft drink before my documents were returned,” Ehindero recounted. The retired police chief said the incident left him both…

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested Sabastine Odo Odam, a suspected notorious commander of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), in connection with the murder of five police officers and 11 labourers in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area, Enugu State. The intelligence-led operation, carried out on Friday, March 6, also led to the detention of Ejike Daniel, alleged to be a member of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), in Eha-Amufu and Umuhu communities. Sources within the DSS said the suspects were tracked after months of surveillance following repeated attacks on police stations and the theft of…

Egbin Power Plc has unveiled 80 new residential housing units for its employees within its power plant premises in Egbin, in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State, as part of efforts to strengthen staff welfare and improve productivity. The company disclosed that the housing development, completed in January 2026, consists of 40 fully furnished three-bedroom apartments and 40 furnished studio apartments designed to provide a comfortable and secure living environment for workers and their families. According to the company, the project, which commenced in 2025, forms part of its broader strategy to enhance employee welfare and support operational efficiency within…

No fewer than 75 Nigerians have reportedly lost more than N100 million to an alleged visa fraud scheme after being promised relocation opportunities to Canada. The victims, who were said to have paid between N3 million and N12 million each, were allegedly deceived by suspected visa facilitators who claimed they could secure Canadian visas and employment opportunities abroad. Findings revealed that many of the victims sold personal property, borrowed money, or rented out their apartments to raise the required funds, only to later discover that the promised visas were never forthcoming. One of the victims, identified simply as Mr Promise,…

The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has mocked opposition political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring that they will remain confused and disorganised until after the polls. Akpabio also expressed confidence that the ruling All Progressives Congress would retain power in the next general election. The Senate President spoke on Saturday in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, during a reception organised by Governor Umo Eno in honour of the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. The First Lady was in the state to unveil the Akwa Ibom Senior Citizens Centre named after her and dedicated to…

Violence erupted on Saturday during the local government congress of a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party loyal to Nyesom Wike in Oyo State as suspected hoodlums attacked party members and vandalised property across several venues. The attacks were reported in parts of Ibadan and other local government areas where the faction held its congress, leaving several members injured and vehicles destroyed. At Bodija in Ibadan North Local Government Area, suspected thugs reportedly stormed the venue of the congress and disrupted the exercise, forcing participants to flee for safety. A member of the faction, Julius Adekunle, alleged that the attacks…