Author: Platform Times Newspaper

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has revealed that a Federal High Court in Borno State has ordered the release of 313 suspected terrorists who were previously arrested by the military. Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations, briefed journalists on Thursday regarding military operations nationwide, shedding light on this judicial decision. Buba explained that the court ruled in favour of releasing the suspects due to insufficient evidence against them following the conclusion of investigations. Emphasizing the military’s commitment to upholding the rule of law, Buba assured that the military would comply with the court order and transfer the suspects to…

Nigeria grapples with yet another nationwide blackout as the national electricity grid suffered a collapse for the second time in three months in 2024. Managed centrally from Osogbo, Osun state, the grid collapsed at 4:30 pm on Thursday, plunging millions of homes and businesses into darkness. Various distribution companies (DisCos) reported inactive feeders, leading to widespread blackouts across the country. Data from the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) revealed that the grid collapsed at approximately 4 pm, dropping from 2,984 megawatts (MW) to zero within an hour, with all 21 plants connected to the grid ceasing operations by 5 pm.…

Daud Olatunji The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has imposed a new recapitalization requirement of N500 billion on commercial, merchant, and non-interest banks .  This development comes amidst the backdrop of prevailing macroeconomic challenges and various external and domestic shocks. In a statement signed by Haruna Mustafa, the Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department at the CBN, the apex bank highlighted the necessity of this increase to bolster the resilience, solvency, and capacity of banks in supporting the growth of the Nigerian economy. Under the new guidelines, commercial banks with international licenses are required to increase their capital…

Supporters of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its gubernatorial candidate, Murtala Yakubu Ajaka, erupted in jubilation as the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court representative at the Kogi Election Tribunal revealed that Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo’s affidavit was fraudulent and not issued by the court. The tribunal, amidst the electoral dispute stemming from the November 11, 2023 Kogi election, witnessed Ajaka’s lawsuit against Ododo for alleged certificate forgery, seeking to invalidate his election victory. Ajaka had vehemently contested the authenticity of Ododo’s age declaration, asserting it was issued on a non-working day, Saturday, August 2, 2003. The revelation surfaced…

Daud Olatunji Akinyemi Olatoye, popularly known as Alawiye Federation, has announced the enduring presence of the annual charity and praise festival, Alagbawi Nla.  Speaking exclusively to PLATFORM TIMES, Alawiye declared that the festival, which has been a hallmark of his birthday celebrations for eight years, will remain a fixture in Nigeria for as long as he resides in the country. He disclosed that the  genesis of Alagbawi Nla dates back six years ago, originating from a divine calling guided by the Holy Spirit.  Alawiye recounted how a tradition of midnight praise sessions during his birthdays led to the expansion of…

The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Jabi, Abuja, has delivered a significant verdict in the long-standing Malabu oil scandal case, acquitting and discharging former Attorney-General of the Federation, Mohammed Adoke, of all charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Justice Abubakar Kutigi, presiding over the case, ruled on Adoke’s no-case submission, emphasizing the EFCC’s failure to substantiate charges of fraud, bribery, and money laundering against the former minister.  In a landmark decision, Justice Kutigi declared that Adoke had no case to answer and acquitted him on all counts.  Additionally, the court noted the absence…

In a heartwarming gesture, Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has announced full scholarships for the 137 schoolchildren from LEA Primary School and Government Secondary School who were recently rescued from captivity. Addressing the children at the Government House, Kaduna, Governor Sani pledged free education for the rescued children, emphasizing his commitment to their well-being.  He also revealed plans to renovate both the school and the Kuriga community under the auspices of the Uba Sani Foundation. Governor Sani expressed gratitude to the children for their patience and resilience during their traumatic ordeal.  He highlighted the psychological support provided to them, including…

In a surprising turn of events, members of the former Rivers State People’s Democratic Party (PDP) presidential campaign council for the 2023 general elections have thrown their weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Rivers State Governor, Siminilayi Fubara. Addressing the press in Port Harcourt on Thursday, Dr. Abiye Sekibo, the former director general of the PDP campaign council, revealed that the group had unanimously declared its support for President Tinubu and Governor Fubara. Sekibo explained that following a meeting of the former Rivers State PDP Presidential Campaign Council and members of the PDP in Rivers State, they decided to…

The tranquility of Anambra State was shattered as gunmen launched a brazen attack on the Neni divisional police station in Anaocha LGA, according to a statement from the state’s police command. Tochukwu Ikenga, spokesperson for the command, disclosed that the assailants targeted the police station with improvised explosive devices (IEDs), causing damage to a section of the building.  Despite the ferocity of the attack, no casualties were reported, and the police officers on duty valiantly repelled the attackers, forcing them to flee the scene. Ikenga reassured the public that no officer was abducted, and no firearms were seized during the…

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) Nigeria, an international fast food restaurant chain, has issued a formal apology to Adebola Daniel, son of Gbenga Daniel, former governor of Ogun State, following allegations of discriminatory treatment. In a statement released on Thursday, KFC expressed deep regret for the distress experienced by the customer and vowed to take swift action to address the issue. The incident, which occurred on March 27 at the KFC outlet in the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) branch, was brought to light by Daniel himself through his official social media page. Daniel recounted being denied entry to the restaurant…