Four suspects allegedly involved in the kidnapping of University of Abuja (UniAbuja) lecturers and their children in 2021 were arraigned before Justice Donatus Okorowo at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday. The arraignment, conducted by the office of the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), saw Adamu Abubakar, Nura Muhammed Ahmadu, Ismailia Abubakar, and Abdulrahman Ado, also known as Yellow, appearing as the 1st to 4th defendants respectively on a two-count terrorism charge. Although the defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges, they signaled their desire to speak directly to the court. Despite initial hesitation, Justice Okorowo granted them…
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The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has announced its allocation of N1 billion for the construction of hostels in 12 institutions as part of its 2024 intervention cycle. The Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, made this declaration during a One-Day Workshop on ‘Emerging Areas of Students Needs in Beneficiary Institutions’ held in Abuja on Tuesday. Echono revealed that the selected institutions include six universities, three polytechnics, and three colleges of education, representing diverse regions across the country. He added that the earmarked funds will be utilized as equity contributions in collaboration with private developers to address the pressing need…
By Dr. Aishah Fadhila Adamu Many people may already know that women bleed 3-7 days roughly every month but fewer people, including women, know that the amount of blood women lose during those 3-7 days is averagely 30mls (about 2 tablespoons). Have you ever bothered about what could be going on behind the scenes…why women menstruate not just once in a lifetime but every month…how it happens? To better understand the menstrual cycle, we need to see how the world behind the scenes looks like. Here is a picture of the female reproductive organ. The vagina: Canal between the uterus…
In a bid to spotlight its rich tourism potential, Ogun State is gearing up to host its inaugural Tourism Market Development Conference and the official launch of the Ogun Tour Guide on June 29, 2024. Organized by Rockcity Economy Investment Company Limited, the event aims to showcase the state’s tourism treasures to a global audience. The Project Coordinator, Aremu Ibigbami in a statement said the conference, themed “Positioning Ogun in the Global Tourism Market: The Role of Stakeholders,” is scheduled to take place at the prestigious June 12 Cultural Centre in Kuto, Abeokuta. Ibigbami added that the conference promises to…
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has officially announced his participation in the Annual Global Yoruba History and Heritage Celebration scheduled to take place in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. The Ooni’s confirmation comes as a boost to the event, which coincides with the United Nations cultural diversity day observed worldwide on the 21st of May each year. Oba Ogunwusi pledged his full support and confirmed his readiness to attend the event on Tuesday in his palace in Ile-Ife, Osun State when the Local Organising Committee of the Annual Global Yoruba History and Heritage Celebration led by…
The Federal High Court in Abeokuta Division, Ogun State, has handed down convictions to three individuals for unlawfully tampering, disconnecting, and damaging electrical installations belonging to the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC). Chibueze Emmanuel, Michael Genesis, and Ojuolape Olaitan stood trial before Hon. Justice A. Demi-Ajayi, who presided over the case. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that Emmanuel and Genesis were apprehended in January 2022, while Olaitan was arrested in January 2024. Following their arraignment, the trio pleaded guilty to the charges, prompting the court to adjourn the proceedings for a thorough review of the facts. Upon review, Hon. Justice A. Demi-Ajayi…
…Demand Resumption Of Oil Exploration Daud Olatunji The National Youth Council of Ogoni People (NYCOP) has issued a stern warning to the federal government, demanding the revocation of failed contracts worth N80 billion allocated for the clean-up, remediation, and restoration of Ogoni Communities. The apex socio-cultural youth group of the Ogoni People has given a seven-day notice for the government to take decisive action in recovering 30% mobilization payments made to contractors who have allegedly absconded with Ogoni funds. In a letter addressed to the Minister of Environment, Mr. Balarabe Lawal, NYCOP emphasized the urgent need for accountability and…
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, has sparked intrigue by holding separate meetings with former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido in Abuja. The highly-anticipated meeting between Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar was confirmed by Atiku himself, who took to his official social media platform to announce the rendezvous. “It was my honor and privilege to host @PeterObi today,” Atiku wrote, hinting at the significance of the encounter. The meeting between the two political heavyweights marks their first direct engagement since the conclusion of the general elections last…
President Bola Tinubu has issued a directive mandating the purchase of compressed natural gas (CNG) powered vehicles by all government ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). Tinubu emphasized that the adoption of CNG vehicles aligns with the nation’s efforts to reduce emissions and promote more sustainable energy consumption practices. CNG vehicles are recognized for their lower emissions profile and cost-effectiveness, making them an attractive alternative for Nigerian consumers. The directive comes on the heels of a recent tour by Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, to a CNG vehicle manufacturing facility. During the tour, Minister of Finance, Wale Edun pledged that CNG…
A 45-year-old man, Ishola Abayomi John, finds himself entangled in a web of accusations, including impersonation and fraud. Abayomi is facing a total of 13 charges before an Abeokuta Magistrate Court in Ogun state for allegedly impersonating his friend’s ex-wife, Barrister Seyi Olanrewaju, and fabricating official documents bearing her identity. The alleged misconduct, which spanned over two years from January 2022 to March 2024, targeted unsuspecting members of the public, particularly in real estate transactions. The initial arraignment on March 7, 2024, saw Abayomi facing three counts related to impersonation. However, the charges have since escalated, now totaling 13 counts. …