Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has stirred controversy, particularly on Twitter, after offering to facilitate talks with the terrorists responsible for the abduction of 287 school children from Kuriga Government Secondary and LEA Primary Schools in Kaduna State’s Chikun local government area. In a press statement released by his media team, Gumi reiterated his willingness to facilitate extensive discussions between the federal government and bandits to secure the release of all abducted Nigerian citizens.  He proposed employing a similar approach used to recover passengers kidnapped from the Abuja-Kaduna train on March 28, 2022.  Gumi urged President Bola Tinubu’s administration…

A 30-year-old graduate of Architecture from the  Federal Polytechnic,in the Oboama Community of Ezinihitte Mbaise Local Government Area in Imo State,Nerus Elemamba, has been found dead in his room. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that Elemamba’s lifeless body was discovered hanging in his humble abode, casting a somber veil over the village.  The tragedy unfolded following Elemamba’s participation in the day’s communal labour activities, during which he appeared to be in good spirits, giving no indication of the turmoil brewing within. Speaking on condition of anonymity, a source close to the family expressed disbelief over Elemamba’s sudden demise, highlighting his apparent lack…

The trial of the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, unfolded with startling revelations as the Seventh Prosecution Witness (PW7) shed light on alleged irregularities in contract awards.  The witness, identified as Agboro Michael, an investigator with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), testified before Justice Hamza Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja. Michael detailed how Emefiele purportedly signed off on contracts worth billions of Naira to companies linked to his wife, brother-in-law, and associates.  Among the companies named were April 1616 Investment Limited and Architekon Nigeria…

The Association of Public Health Physicians of Nigeria (APHPN) has sounded the alarm, asserting that public health is at risk under the present administration. Addressing attendees at the 40th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference, as well as the Golden Jubilee Celebration of the association in Akure, the Ondo state capital, APHPN President Alphonsus Isara expressed grave concerns over the state of healthcare delivery. Isara highlighted significant challenges plaguing the healthcare sector, including a weak healthcare system, depleted human resources due to massive brain drain, inadequate infrastructure, health insecurity, and a lack of political will from the government. “The present…

Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the current Ondo State Governor, has announced his intention to vie for the position of Governor in the upcoming Ondo State Governorship Election scheduled for November 16, 2024. Speaking to a gathering of supporters at the Gani Fawehinmi Arcade in Akure on Tuesday, Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed his readiness to contest the election under the banner of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Aiyedatiwa, who ascended to the governorship following the demise of former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu on December 27, 2023, revealed that it was Akeredolu’s fervent desire that he be his successor.  “Just about this time three years ago,…

The Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere,has  issued a stern directive to President Bola Tinubu on Monday, emphasizing the imperative need to combat terrorism and institute significant changes in the country’s governance. Afenifere emphasized  the urgency for President Tinubu to demonstrate unwavering political will and courage in eradicating the menace of terrorists who have been causing havoc across the nation. The group expressed concerns about the safety of innocent civilians, particularly school children, and urged the president not to handle the matter with the leniency demonstrated by his predecessor. The organization called on Tinubu to initiate the restructuring of the country, advocating…

Two siblings on Monday, met a tragic end at Irewon junction along the Imowo-Ibadan garage road in Ijebu Ode,Ogun state. The spokesperson for the Ogun Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps (TRACE), Mr Babatunde Akinbiyi, confirmed the  news to the press in Abeokuta. The accident occurred at 7:50 am and involved a Honda Accord car with the registration number KJA 394 EE.  According to Akinbiyi, the vehicle was speeding recklessly, lost control, and collided with two pedestrians, a brother, and a sister. Eyewitnesses reported that the driver failed to manage the excessive speed while approaching a bend, resulting in the tragic…

Governor Abba Kabir-Yusuf of Kano State has urged President Bola Tinubu to open land borders to enhance food security in the country. He stated this during a courtesy visit by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Mr Adewale Adeniyi, on Monday in Kano. Kabir-Yusuf, who lamented the harsh economic conditions being experienced by Nigerians, said that reopening the borders would check inflation and cut prices of food items. “We wish to appreciate the president’s intervention in the ongoing national food initiative. “He considers Kano as the host for the initiative ahead of its planned launch believing that the programme will cushion the…

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has lauded the efforts of President Bola Tinubu, expressing appreciation for the strides made since Tinubu assumed office on May 29, 2023.  Buhari conveyed his commendation during a meeting with the Comptroller-General and members of the management team of the Nigeria Customs Service in Daura, Katsina State. Speaking about Tinubu’s performance, Buhari acknowledged the intricacies of Nigeria’s multifaceted system, emphasizing the challenges faced by those in positions of power.  The former President recognized the difficulty in managing the diverse phases of the country’s structure. “I thank you very much for coming. I very much appreciate it.…

Following  the recent abduction of over 200 schoolchildren in the Kuriga community of Kaduna State, the Kaduna State Government has pledged to vigorously prosecute the perpetrators.  The State Attorney-General and Commissioner of Justice, Sule Shu’aibu, affirmed this commitment on Monday during the inaugural and mentoring session for female lawyers in the state. Last Thursday, terrorists invaded LGEA Primary School, Kuriga (1), in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, abducting numerous pupils and teachers at approximately 8:20 am, immediately after the morning assembly.  The attackers, who shot sporadically, instigated panic among residents, with the headteacher and some staff members reportedly…