Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Armed bandits have  intercepted and looted a luxury bus en route to Easter celebrations in the southeast region . The incident, which unfolded along the Ijebu Ode-Ore-Benin City expressway, saw a 59-seater bus operated by Ifesinachi Transport Ltd engulfed in flames, leaving passengers traumatized and stranded. According to reports, the horrifying ordeal occurred in the early hours of Saturday at the Ogun State end of the road, as unsuspecting passengers fell prey to the assailants’ ambush. In a distressing video shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) by influencer Chude Nnamdi, survivors recounted the harrowing experience. “Ifesinachi Motors, we…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA)  says it has made significant strides in curbing drug trafficking,saying,  it recently apprehended two suspects involved in illicit drug activities in Oniwaya, Yaba, and Agege areas of Lagos State. Identified as Monday Okeke and Chigozie Emeka, the suspects were apprehended on Tuesday, March 26, according to a statement by Femi Babafemi, the NDLEA Director of Media and  Advocacy. Babafemi said during the operation, authorities seized a substantial amount of illicit substances from the suspects, including 842,560 pills of opioids, particularly tramadol, along with 15 litres of codeine syrup and 596 grams of Molly.…

A senior aide to the President, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, has accused former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi of exacerbating ethnic and religious tensions to further his political agenda. He said the action marks a concerning departure from previous election campaigns in Nigeria.  Onanuga made these remarks during an interview on the live podcast ‘Mic On’ hosted by Seun Okinbaloye. According to Onanuga, Obi’s campaign tactics introduced a dangerous precedent in Nigerian politics by stoking ethnic and religious sentiments.  He highlighted the detrimental impact of such divisive strategies on the electoral process and national unity, emphasizing the need for responsible…

 Daud Olatunji Operatives from the Ondo State Police Command have apprehended an Islamic cleric, Oluwafemi Idris, along with two other individuals, Oluawo and Babatunde Kayode, for allegedly being in possession of human body parts. According to police reports, the suspects were found in possession of three human heads, along with other body parts, which they purportedly intended to use for ritualistic purposes.  The arrests came following information received from a reliable source, prompting law enforcement to take action. Mrs. Funmilayo Odunlami, the Police Public Relations Officer for the state, shed light on the operation, stating that a search conducted at…

A member of the House of Representatives representing Abeokuta South, Hon. Afolabi Moruf Afuape, has commenced the distribution of food palliatives.  PLATFORM TIMES reports that the initiative, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, aims to support the constituents. Expressing gratitude to attendees including the Council of Baales, the Community Development Council (CDC), Student Representatives, People With Disabilities (PWD), and the Ogun Progressives Movement (OPM), Hon. Afuape reaffirmed his dedication to enhancing the welfare of the people.  He emphasized the importance of equitable distribution of the provided rice, beans, and additional garri, stressing that these provisions…

Daud Olatunji Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, issued a stark warning about the dangers of bad governance, stressing its potential to dismantle even the most economically viable nations.  Speaking at the Public Presentation of the book “In Brotherhood We Stand: A Roadmap for the Rebirth of a Fragmented Nation,” authored by Chris Okoye, Obasanjo highlighted the urgent need for structural reforms to fortify Nigeria’s democratic institutions and practices. Obasanjo’s remarks, delivered at the ceremony in Enugu, Enugu State, underscored the profound impact of governance on a nation’s economic stability.  The former president said this in a statement issued by…

In a bid to catapult Nigeria into the forefront of the global vehicle manufacturing industry, Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Doris Uzoka-Anite, has announced plans to initiate local vehicle production in the country .  The declaration came during the unveiling of the Nigeria Automotive Industry Development Plan, a landmark initiative aimed at positioning Nigeria as a key player in vehicle manufacturing over the next decade. Addressing stakeholders from both the private and public sectors at a high-profile event on Friday, Minister Uzoka-Anite emphasized the strategic importance of the automotive industry development plan. She said  “Nigeria possesses the essential ingredients…

In a shocking incident at the bustling Arakale Market in Akure, Ondo State, a trader met his untimely demise at the hands of a yet-to-be-identified soldier.  The altercation, believed to have stemmed from a dispute over services rendered, escalated into a fatal stabbing on Saturday. According to reports, tensions flared when the soldier demanded a refund for what he deemed unsatisfactory service from the deceased trader.  Eyewitnesses revealed that the disagreement quickly escalated, leading to a violent confrontation resulting in the trader being fatally stabbed. The tragic event incited outrage among the deceased trader’s colleagues, prompting a protest within the…

The Rivers State House of Assembly has issued a stern warning to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, accusing him of breaching the Presidential Peace Accord and threatening to resume impeachment proceedings if the alleged violations persist. Speaker of the House, Martin Amaewhule, alongside 26 assembly members, conveyed the assembly’s stance during a press briefing held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Saturday. In a communique read out by Speaker Amaewhule, the lawmakers denounced Governor Fubara’s purported dishonesty, emphasizing their commitment to upholding the constitution.  They highlighted the governor’s failure to fulfill his obligations under the Presidential Peace Accord, which he willingly endorsed…

The National Examinations Council (NECO) says it has concluded arrangements to conduct the Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSCE) Internal in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This follows the successful accreditation of Nigeria International School, Jeddah, by a delegation led by the Minister of State for Education, Dr Yusuf Sununu and the Registrar of NECO, Prof. Dantani Wushishi. A statement signed by the Acting Director, Directorate of Information and Digital Communication of NECO, Azeez Sani on Saturday, said during the visit, the delegation undertook an assessment of the school facilities. Sununu in his address, enjoined the staff and students of the…