Author: Platform Times Newspaper

The Police Command in Kaduna State said Its operatives have arrested a suspected kidnapper who allegedly abducted his cousin’s sister and killed her after she recognised him. The command’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Mansir Hassan, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Sunday in Kaduna. However, the PPRO did not disclose when the suspect was arrested. Hassan said, “On February 12, at about 100hrs, Mr. Saidu Dahiru, father of the victim and a resident of Angwan Juma’a, Zaria, reported to the Zaria City Police Station that his daughter, Aisha Saidu, a six-year-old female, went missing on her…

The Edo State Police Command has arrested a man for posting nude images of his four-year old daughter. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the father posted naked pictures of his daughter while calling on Nigerians to attend her birthday.  Force Public Relations Officer, PPRO, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement said the content portrays the young child in inappropriate poses, akin to adult contents. The Police in strong terms condemned the exploitation of the vulnerable child. “Nigeria Police Force acknowledges the public outcry in response to disturbing images and videos involving a 4-year-old child with the Instagram handle @officialsarah_ig, circulating on…

A  domestic worker has been apprehended for allegedly stealing his employer’s car and attempting to sell it at a substantially reduced price.  The incident, captured on video and circulating widely on social media, has garnered widespread attention and raised concerns about security within residential estates. The suspect, who was shown in the video being held in handcuffs, faced questioning from his boss, who revealed that the accused had previously served as his security personnel.  According to the employer, the suspect absconded with his Lexus SUV, relocating the vehicle from his residence in Ajao Estate, Lagos, with the intention of selling…

In a bid to protect consumers from exploitation and ensure fair practices in the petroleum sector, the Anambra State Government has issued a stern warning to petroleum marketers regarding price hikes, product adulteration, and meter tampering. The Commissioner for Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Anthony Ifeanya, reiterated the government’s commitment to monitoring filling stations rigorously and taking decisive action against offenders.  Reports have surfaced indicating that some stations are selling petrol at exorbitant prices, reaching up to N970 per liter, while also engaging in illicit practices such as adulteration and meter tampering. The government has vowed to curb these activities through…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted three trailer loads of opioids, comprising 3,450,000 pills and 344,000 bottles of codeine syrup, at Abule Ado in Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos State on Thursday. The NDLEA Director, Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, revealed this in a statement on Sunday, highlighting the seizure as a major blow to drug trafficking syndicates operating within the country. The multi-billion naira consignments were discovered loaded into two 40-ft container trucks and another 20-ft truck at the AML bonded terminal, Abule-Osun, near the International Trade Fair complex.  The trucks were…

The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Gwagwalada, Abuja has found Ramat Mba, a mother of five, guilty of forging the signature of the late Chief of Staff to former President Muhammadu Buhari, Abba Kyari. The verdict, handed down by Justice Ibrahim Muhammad, followed a thorough prosecution by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Mba was convicted on counts of cheating and forgery, while being acquitted on one count related to felony. Mba’s fraudulent activities, as revealed during the trial, involved the creation of forged documents on the letterhead of the Office of the Chief of…

Mr. Moruff Balogun, Vice Chairman of the Nigeria Bar Association and Chairman of the Human Rights’ Committee in the Ijebu –Ode branch, has extended his appreciation to Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State for his proactive initiative to request the establishment of a division of the Court of Appeal in the state.  This move, Balogun asserts, will significantly aid in the prompt dispensation of justice, thereby addressing the frustrations faced by litigants due to delays in hearing cases at the Court of Appeal, Ibadan division. Balogun highlights the prevalent perception among parties and litigants in Ogun State regarding the Court…

Jelili Gbadamosi In a momentous celebration of his 35 years on the throne, Oba Dr. Adedapo Adewale Tejuoso, the Osile Oke Ona Egbaland, has unveiled plans to appoint a new chief in Oke Ona Egbaland. The announcement came during a press conference held at his residence in Ibara Housing Estate, Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Friday. Reflecting on his reign, Oba Tejuoso attributed his longevity on the throne to the grace of God and urged others to embrace faith, stating, “Accept Jesus in your life; that’s the secret of joy.” The anniversary commenced with the Karunwi Unity Cup, a football…

A viral video capturing a candid exchange between a husband and wife has ignited discussions on social media, shedding light on the complexities of familial planning within the context of modern relationships.  Shared by content creator MC Reality, the video offers a glimpse into a poignant disagreement between the couple regarding their timeline for starting a family. At the heart of the debate lies a fundamental difference in perspective: while the woman stands firm on their agreed-upon timeline of waiting three years before embracing parenthood, her husband expresses impatience and eagerness to embark on the journey of fatherhood sooner rather…

Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, has attributed the abduction of students at Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, to what he described as internal sabotage. The governor said  that preliminary investigations uncovered that CCTV cameras on the campus were deliberately switched off during the attack. Governor Ododo made these revelations during a visit to the university campus to assess the security situation following the breach that led to the students’ abduction.  He vowed to ensure the safe return of the abducted students, emphasizing the government’s commitment to protecting lives and property across the state. Despite the installation of CCTV…