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Daud Olatunji In a remarkable turn of events, President Bola Tinubu has displayed magnanimity by waiving the ‘No Work, No Pay’ order that had been instituted against the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD).  The doctors had embarked on a 17-day industrial strike starting July 26 due to unmet demands, prompting the government to impose the contentious order on August 1. Following extensive negotiations between NARD leadership and government representatives, the resident doctors decided to call off their strike on August 12.  A breakthrough came on Friday when presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale announced that President Tinubu had invoked the Principle…

Daud Olatunji In a high-stakes operation, the Nigerian Navy Ship Beecroft patrol team successfully intercepted and apprehended 11 stowaways on board the Gwangzhou Highway Panama ship, which was en route to Ghana.  The daring act unfolded on Tuesday around 7 p.m. as these individuals were discovered in concealed areas of the vessel’s stern gate. The Western Regional Control Centre (WRCC) was promptly alerted, compelling the vessel to anchor within Lagos anchorage.  The operation was under the command of Commodore Kolawole Oguntuga of the Beecroft. Initially, four stowaways were taken into custody from the stern, but their information led to a…

Daud Olatunji The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is gearing up for the governorship elections scheduled for November 11, 2023, in Imo, Bayelsa, and Kogi states.  INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu announced on Friday that the commission would deploy an impressive contingent of 46,084 staff to ensure the smooth conduct of these critical elections. In a meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs), Yakubu revealed that INEC had also accredited 11,000 observers from national and international organizations, showcasing a strong commitment to transparency and accountability in the electoral process. With non-sensitive materials already delivered to the three states, INEC aims to learn…

Israel Adeleke The Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has called on the federal government to allow Nigerians to purchase and possess sophisticated weapons like AK-47 and RPGs for their protection against bandits. The governor made this statement on Friday, October 20, during a media chat in Abuja, where he also stated that governors should not be held responsible for the security challenges in their states. He argued that if bandits can illegally acquire such weapons in the market, law-abiding citizens should also be legally permitted to do so. “We are moving towards that and seeking reforms within the federal…

Daud Olatunji  A dramatic and contentious incident unfolded at Lafenwa Market in Abeokuta, Ogun State, as a trader, Adetoun Oyenekan, raised her voice against the actions of the Female Head of the Market, Alhaja Sidi Owe, known as the Iyaloja.  The dispute escalated to the point where the Iyaloja, in collaboration with the Babaloja, not only confiscated Oyenekan’s goods but also dismantled her stall.  Oyenekan, who specializes in selling baby toys and stationery, claimed that her inventory, valued at over N1 million, was taken away by the market leaders. The conflict between Oyenekan and the Iyaloja began when, according…

Aminat Gusanu A 45-year-old man, Kehinde Olanipekun, has fled his home after brutally attacking his wife, Damilola, with a machete and a hammer.  The wife had accused him of having an illicit affair with his 14-year-old step-daughter. The incident occurred at Idashen community in Owo local government area of Ogun State. According to sources, the step-daughter had confided in her mother, who was away on a trip, that her step-father had been sexually harassing her for a long time. She said she was afraid to tell her mother earlier because she did not know how she would react. The mother,…

Israel Adeleke A gospel singer, Samuel Oguche, who goes by the stage name Onoja, has shocked his audience by making a dramatic entrance in a coffin. Oguche who shared photos of his unusual performance on his Facebook page on Friday said the event was titled, ‘Funeral Service – Death Of Self.’ The photos shared shows Onoja lying inside a coffin, which was carried by some men to the stage. He then emerged from the coffin and began to sing. According to him, the programme was meant to convey the message of dying to self and living for Christ. He wrote,…

Fawaz Adebisi  The Nigerian Foreign Service has lost one of its senior diplomats, Alhaji Mansur Nuhu Bamalli, who was serving as the Ambassador to Morocco. He was also the younger brother of the Emir of Zazzau, Alhaji Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli. He died at the age of 42 at a private hospital in Lagos while on transit to Morocco, according to a statement by the Media and Publicity officer of the Zazzau emirate council. The statement did not reveal the cause of his death. The emirate council said that the funeral arrangements for the late ambassador will be communicated later. He…

Daud Olatunji Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, is facing intense criticism over his handling of information management, specifically for not appointing a Commissioner for Information.  This decision has raised eyebrows among media experts, political analysts, and residents of the state, who are questioning his commitment to transparency and effective communication. Abiodun’s recent move, which mirrors his actions during his first term, has drawn sharp criticism.  While he has filled 20 other positions, the crucial post of Commissioner for Information remains vacant, leaving many perplexed about his motives. A historical review conducted by PLATFORM TIMES revealed that this is not the…

Daud Olatunji In a significant development, the Supreme Court of Nigeria has announced that it will hear the appeal made by Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), on Monday, October 23.  Atiku is seeking the nullification of President Bola Tinubu’s victory in the presidential election. This appeal revolves around Atiku’s claim that President Tinubu submitted a forged certificate to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) during the election.  In a hearing notice made available by Channels Television, the Supreme Court has scheduled the hearing for 9 am on the specified date.  During this hearing, Atiku’s…