Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has issued a heartfelt call to all Nigerians and citizens all over the world. He urged them to rekindle their commitment to nurturing peaceful relationships, showing respect for one another’s differences, and collaborating to tackle global challenges that affects everyone. In his Christmas message delivered on Sunday, the Minister expressed his unwavering dedication to advancing diplomacy and cooperation for the betterment of our shared future. He encouraged all to use this Christmas season as an opportunity to renew their commitment to promoting peaceful coexistence, appreciating diversity, and collectively addressing the pressing global…

Honourable Afolabi Moruf Afuape representing Abẹ́òkúta South Federal Constituency in the National Assembly has extended special greetings to the Christians on this year’s Christmas celebration, calling on them to reflect on those virtues of love, joy and hope that the birth of Jesus Christ symbolizes.  In a release today in Abẹ́òkúta, Honourable Afuape congratulated Christians for witnessing yet another Christmas, and calls on them to extend the joy of the season to all, especially the less privileged  “Christmas is a special season for all of us to reflect on those virtues of love, joy, and hope that the birth of…

Senator representing Ogun East District and Chairman, Senate Committee on Navy, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has enjoined the Christian faithful in Nigeria to take the lesson of love and peace which Christmas represents in dealing with one another. In a felicitation message on Sunday by his media office, Senator Gbenga Daniel admonished Nigerians to take a cue from the life and birth of Jesus Christ. The Senator , who is also the Asiwaju of Remo Christians stated: “One of the most significant stories of the Holy Bible is that of the birth of our Lord Jesus. It is a testament to…

The birth and life of Jesus Christ mean so much to mankind that we cannot but recognize the importance of Christ to our existence. His life teaches love, compassion and sacrifice which led to redemption of mankind; as we celebrate and rejoice over the birth of Jesus Christ, we should remember to pray for the redemption of our dear state, Ogun State from the hands of the present government. We need to also reflect the life and time of Jesus Christ while celebrating His birth, He was selfless and offered Himself a great sacrifice for mankind, in this journey of…

Daud Olatunji Welcome to Surulere Parapo Community in Ogun State where economy activities have been paralysed due to the collapsed bridge and deplorable road. The once vibrant and bustling Surulere Parapo community, nestled in the heart of Ogun State, is now grappling with economic paralysis, as a collapsed bridge and flooding wreak havoc on the livelihoods of its residents. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the very infrastructure that once promised connectivity and growth has turned into a barrier, stifling economic activities and leaving 20 neighbouring communities in dire straits. Findings showed that ,the Surulere Parapo community which was established three decades…

The Yolde Pate Correctional Centre, located in Yola South Local Government Area of Adamawa State, has been grappling with a scabies outbreak, with 51 inmates confirmed to be infected, according to the state Epidemiologist, Damba Kwinke. The first case was documented in August 2023, and investigations revealed that individuals held in the Criminal Investigation Department at the state police headquarters were among those affected, including the index case. Scabies, caused by parasitic mites leading to intense skin itching, is known for its high contagiousness, facilitating easy transmission from person to person and potentially causing secondary skin infections. Speaking on the…

Former Nigerian military President, General Ibrahim Babangida (IBB), expressed his conviction that history will ultimately judge him based on his dedicated service to Nigeria. Addressing journalists at his Hilltop residence in Minna, Niger State, the retired military leader, who ruled the nation from 1985 to 1993, emphasized that he gave his utmost to the country during his tenure. Reflecting on his achievements, IBB highlighted his commitment to understanding the nation and building connections with people from all walks of life. He noted, “I related fairly well with the people of the country. I had no problem with them, and I…

A car fell of the Anthony-Oke Bridge in Lagos on Sunday but the driver managed to escape death. The incident happened at about 7:30 am on Sunday. Confirming the incident, the Public Relations Officer, LASTMA, Adebayo Taofiq, said “It was a Toyota Camry car with registration number SMK-43 MO that fell off the bridge. He was moving from Anthony-Oke inwards Oshodi. He was competing with other vehicles on the road and swapped the steering from the other side and, as a result, he fell off from the bridge and landed inside a ditch. “Immediately the incident happened, he called one…

In an unexpected rendezvous, Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna state, paid a visit to former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Sunday at the penthouse of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) in Abeokuta.  El-Rufai, accompanied by a group of friends, confirmed the meeting through a post on his verified X account. The purpose of El-Rufai’s visit remained undisclosed, sparking speculation among political circles and the public.  The former governor chose to keep mum on the specifics of the meeting, leaving room for intrigue and conjecture. This visit follows closely on the heels of El-Rufai’s recent installation as the Gbobaniyi…

In a significant development for the media landscape, the Newspaper Proprietors’ Association of Nigeria (NPAN) has declared that, effective January 2, 2024, there will be alterations in the cover prices of their newspaper titles.  This announcement, made by NPAN President Mr. Smith in a statement released on Sunday in Abuja, reflects a carefully considered decision made by the association. Smith elucidated that the decision arose after a meticulous review of the prevailing economic situation and the production costs incurred by NPAN members.  He underscored the profound impact of inflation and the devaluation of the naira, which have exerted substantial pressure…