Author: Platform Times Newspaper

In a swift and firm response, the immediate-past Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, has refuted allegations of his involvement in the illegal withdrawal of $6.3 million from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The accusations, brought to light by an online newspaper, implicated Mustapha and the former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, alleging their authorization of the cash removal weeks before the 2023 presidential election. The report claimed that a special investigator appointed by President Bola Tinubu uncovered the alleged theft, with CCTV footage purportedly capturing the movement of money from the CBN’s vault. Mustapha, in…

In a sweeping crackdown on drug trafficking activities, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made a series of significant arrests and interceptions, unveiling a complex web of illicit drug movements across the country. At the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja Lagos, NDLEA officers, in collaboration with customs and other stakeholders, thwarted the attempts of drug syndicates to smuggle a staggering 7,500,000 pills of tramadol 225mg.  The consignment, arriving on a Turkish airline, lacked proper documentation regarding its origin. Notably, it was the first such seizure on this airline’s flight and the first coming from Hamburg, Germany.  The…

In the spirit of Christmas generosity, Hon. AbdulRasheed Kashamu, the Minority Whip of the Ogun State House of Assembly, and representative of Ijebu North State Constituency 1, has embarked on a festive mission to make the season memorable for his constituents. The 27-year-old lawmaker distributed a bounty of food items and cash to various segments of the community. Expressing his gratitude, Hon. Kashamu acknowledged the pivotal role played by the royal fathers in the community. Led by the paramount ruler of Ijebu Igbo, the Orimolusi of Ijebu Igbo; HRM (Oba) Lawrence Jaiye-Oba Adebajo (Ojuromi VI), and the five other traditional…

The Ogun State police command has confirmed the shooting incident involving a popular Nigerian actor and movie director, Azeez Ololade Ijaduade. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state,Omolola Odutola confirmed the incident on Sunday in a statement. Odutola said the incident occured during an event at the Bramaj Company end-of-year party hosted at Napoli Hotel in Iperu, Ogun State, when a mobile policeman attached to a Chinese expatriate discharged a shot into the air. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that incident, which occurred on December 23, 2023, at approximately 11:24hrs, has left the entertainment industry and the public in suspense. She…

Daud Olatunji In a jubilant celebration that resonated through the heart of Idere Land, the Idere Descendants’ Vanguard (IDV) came together to honour the newly appointed Professor, Adebayo Olusoji Oni, for his exceptional achievement in the field of Ruminant Nutrition. The atmosphere at Femadex Royal Gardens on December 16th, 2023, was filled with pride as the community, friends, families, and distinguished guests gathered to applaud the 51-year-old academic. Rising Against Odds: A Remarkable Journey PLATFORM TIMES reports that Professor Adebayo Olusoji Oni’s ascent to the pinnacle of academia is a testament to determination and resilience. Hailing from the family…

A  group of 31 young climate leaders has committed to planting 10,000 trees across Enugu State.  This ambitious endeavor was announced during a recent visit coordinated by Prof Chukwumerije Okereke to Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah. The visit, a key component of the International Visitors’ Leadership Programme impact award bestowed upon Okereke by the U.S. Department of State Bureau for Education and Cultural Affairs, aimed to apprise the state government of the group’s vision to transform Enugu into a green and climate-resilient city. Prof. Okereke, the driving force behind this eco-conscious movement, highlighted the comprehensive training program that led to…

In a recently published report by Canalys, it has been disclosed that the African smartphone market experienced a robust 12% year-on-year growth in the third quarter of 2023, with a total of 17.9 million units shipped to the continent during this period. Contrary to the global trend, where the smartphone market faced a one per cent decline in the same quarter, the African market showcased resilience and a growing appetite for mobile technology.  The report highlighted that TRANSSION, the mobile group encompassing Tecno, Infinix, and iTel brands, maintained its dominance with a 48% market share, achieving a notable 9% annual…

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has reiterated his stance that he would not authorize payment to the sacked local government chairmen until directed by the Supreme Court.  The governor made this declaration in Ibadan yesterday while addressing the recent garnishee order on state government accounts obtained from an Abuja Federal High Court by the dismissed local government chairmen in 2019. Justice A.O. Ebong issued the order on December 15, attaching the state government’s accounts in 10 commercial banks across the country. This directive followed a garnishee proceeding initiated by the local government chairmen, who were relieved of their positions…

In a startling announcement, the World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded the alarm over a significant surge in dengue infections worldwide in 2023, posing a potential high-risk scenario for public health. At a press briefing held at the UN headquarters in Geneva, WHO’s Team Lead on Arboviruses, Dr. Diana Rojas Alvarez, disclosed that more than five million cases of dengue and 5,000 deaths have been reported globally this year. Dengue, a viral infection primarily transmitted through the bites of infected mosquitoes, is prevalent in urban areas within tropical and sub-tropical climates. Dr. Alvarez stressed the critical need for immediate attention…

Justice Joy Unwana of the Akwa Ibom High Court, and her driver, who were abducted by gunmen, have been successfully rescued.  Ini Ememobong, the Commissioner for Information in Akwa Ibom state, confirmed the positive development in a statement issued yesterday. The judge and her driver fell victim to the assailants while returning from a court session.  Tragically, the gunmen also took the life of the police officer assigned to protect Justice Joy Unwana during the violent kidnapping. Expressing concern for the well-being of the judge and her driver, the state governor conveyed sympathy for the trauma they undoubtedly experienced at…