Author: Platform Times Newspaper

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has declared that Nigeria could not be characterised as a poor nation,advising the wealthy ones in the country to take care of the less privileged. She also challenged prevailing perceptions about the country’s economic status. The statement followed a heartfelt Christmas celebration organized for the children of Nana Berry Orphanage in Abuja. Emphasising her optimism for the coming year, Senator Tinubu prophesied that 2024 would be a glorious period for Nigerians. During her address, she urged parents to instill hope in their children, emphasizing the importance of transforming the lives of the…

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) says it has installed  148,389 meters in households between July and September.  This revelation was part of the commission’s third quarterly report, made public on its website over the weekend. While the figures denote a commendable effort in enhancing metering infrastructure, there was a slight dip in installations compared to the previous quarter.  The Q3 installations showed a decline by 32,670, in contrast to the robust 181,059 meters installed in the second quarter of 2023. During the third quarter, NERC employed various frameworks to execute its metering initiatives.  Under the Meter Asset Provider (MAP)…

A fatal collision unfolded on Saturday, on the J4 section of the Sagamu/Ijebu-Ode/Ore highway, resulting in the loss of two lives and leaving seven individuals injured. The accident which occured at 3:35pm on Saturday, involved a Chevrolet SUV with the license plate WWW75MW and a truck marked SRA584XB. The spokesperson for the Federal Road Safety Corps in Ogun State, Florence Okpe, confirmed the incident, disclosing that the crash led to the injury of six men and one woman, while one man and one woman succumbed to their injuries. She siad that investigations by FRSC revealed that excessive speed and road…

The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State,Ladi Adebutu has returned to Nigeria after spending eight months in the United Kingdom.  Adebutu’s return was marked by a warm reception at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Friday night, where he was welcomed by his running mate, Adekunle Akinlade, Tola Banjo, and other leaders of the PDP in Ogun State. The former House of Representatives member, who had been away for medical attention following the general elections, arrived with an air of anticipation surrounding his return.  A video captured the moment Adebutu touched down on…

Daud Olatunji A  probe into the Central Bank of Nigeria  has uncovered a fraudulent withdrawal of $6.3 million just days before the 2023 presidential election. The investigation, led by Special Investigator Mr. Jim Obazee, appointed by President Bola Tinubu, has recommended the trial of former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and 12 top executives of the CBN for their alleged involvement in the illicit transaction. The funds were purportedly taken from the vaults of the Foreign Payments Office, Abuja Branch, as captured on CCTV between February 7th and 8th, 2023. The Investigator revealed that the suspicious withdrawal…

 Persistent electricity blackouts, the deteriorating state of roads, and the high cost of food items, the people of Nigeria find themselves grappling with an unbearable burden. The scarcity of money further compounds these challenges, creating a dire situation that necessitates urgent intervention from the government. Electricity Blackouts: The irregular power supply not only disrupts daily activities but also increases the cost of living for citizens. With the constant uncertainty surrounding electricity, households resort to alternative, more expensive power sources, adding to the financial strain on families. *Quote from a Nigerian Resident:* “The inconsistency in power supply forces us to spend…

In a recent operation, the Enugu State Police Command apprehended Chukwuebuka Igwebuike, a 37-year-old man, for allegedly possessing counterfeit 362,000 naira notes.  The arrest, made on December 19, 2023, at Afor Market, Garki Awkunanaw, Enugu, was executed by vigilant police operatives acting on a tip-off. According to a statement from DSP Daniel Nduker, the command’s spokesman, preliminary investigations revealed that Igwebuike confessed to the crime. The suspect reportedly admitted to utilizing the fake one thousand naira notes to purchase low-cost items and receive change in genuine smaller denominations. “He shall be arraigned in court and prosecuted accordingly once ongoing investigations…

Daud Olatunji In the spirit of the Christmas season, the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc has extended warm wishes to all Christian faithful and the entire Nigerian populace.  Engr. Kingsley Achife, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of IBEDC, expressed the importance of unity and goodwill during this festive period, urging IBEDC customers to collaborate in creating a secure and harmonious environment. Emphasizing their commitment to seamless service,  Achife assured customers that the technical team would be on standby to promptly address any electrical faults. The company’s customer care line (07001239999) will remain active for quick responses to…

 Ambassador Sarafa Tunji Isola, the immediate past Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, emphasized the need for media self-regulation instead of government control during the first-year anniversary celebration and project commissioning by the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun Council. The event, which centered around the theme “Security and Media: A partnership for national development,” featured a lecture delivered virtually by the Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi. Adejobi highlighted the dynamic nature of challenges and opportunities in the partnership between security forces and the media. Ambassador Isola, who chaired the occasion, expressed concern about the pollution of both…

In a bid to address the growing concern of cultism in the region, Ogun State Governor,  Dapo Abiodun, has called on the State Directors of Security (SDS) to take a more proactive approach in identifying the root causes of this social menace. During the fourth Quarter of SDS Conference, South West Zone in Abeokuta, Governor Abiodun expressed his dismay over the increasing prevalence of cultism, highlighting the alarming involvement of diverse groups, including primary school children, vulcanizers, welders, artisans, and even the educated population. “Why are they killing each other? Is there something they are earning, some kind of reward?…