Author: Platform Times Newspaper

An unidentified man has  climbed a telecommunications mast on Katampe Hill in Abuja on Monday, declaring his willingness to sacrifice his life for the resolution of Nigeria’s pressing issues.  PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the  man left a suicide note at the base of the mast, detailing his demands for the government.  The note articulated a five-point list of actions he believes are necessary to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians.  His primary demand is the reinstatement of the fuel subsidy, a contentious issue that has seen significant debate and public outcry in recent years. The note read, “These are the major…

There was palpable tension within Dong Community in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State on Monday following the escape of a hyena from the Jos Wildlife Park. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the  incident, which occurred on Sunday, has left residents of Dong and neighbouring state and Federal Low-Cost estates on edge. The General Manager of the Plateau State Tourism Corporation, Chuwang Pwajok, confirmed the escape .  Pwajok assured residents that efforts were being intensified to recapture the wild animal.  He stated, “I received a report yesterday of a hyena escaping from its enclosure at the Jos Wildlife Park…

The Rivers State High Court, sitting in Port Harcourt, on Monday, issued an ex parte order of interim injunction  barring the Chief Judge of the state, Victor Oko-Jumbo, and the Clerk of the state House of Assembly from recognizing or dealing with the Martins Amaewhule-led state House of Assembly. Justice Jumbo Stephen, who presided over the court, issued the order preventing the Chief Judge and the Clerk from engaging with Amaewhule and 26 other individuals as members of the Assembly. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that this  injunction extends to prohibiting any actions based on resolutions, articles of impeachment, or communications…

Daud Olatunji   The Nigeria Customs Service, Ogun I Area Command, has  announced a significant success in its anti-smuggling operations between April and June 2024. The Controller of the command, Comptroller James Ojo, disclosed this on Monday,  during a press briefing held  in Abeokuta. Ojo  reported the seizure of contraband goods valued at N770,666,237 and generated a revenue of N92,369,227 during this period. Ojo  said the revenue generated marks an impressive 52.46% increase compared to the N53,983,622 recorded in the same quarter of 2023. According to him, the command exceeded its monthly revenue target of N34,122,666.90 by 77.86% in June 2024.…

A devastating thunderstorm on Monday resulted in the tragic deaths of four individuals at the bustling Jattu Market in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State.  PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the  incident occurred when trees were uprooted by strong winds during the rainfall, falling on unsuspecting market-goers seeking shelter beneath them. Marvellous Zibiri, the chairman of Etsako West Local Government, confirmed the fatalities during a press briefing at the market site.  Zibiri provided a detailed account of the unfortunate events that led to the loss of lives and injuries among the market’s patrons. “Between 8 am and 9 am…

The De Renaissance Patriots Group has raised concerns over the representation and marginalisation of Lagos State indigenes in federal appointments, particularly within the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC).  The group, in a press statement, appealed to President Bola  Tinubu to address the issues and ensure fair treatment for Lagos indigenes in his administration. The statement was signed by Prince Adelani Adeniji-Adele, President of De Renaissance Patriots Foundation, and Mr. Yomi Tokosi, Secretary General of the foundation. In the statement, the group clarified the misconception that President Tinubu has shown nepotism by favouring Lagos State in his appointments.  According to the…

Dr. Adeyinka Adegbite, popularly known as Ọmọ-Bàbá-Tíṣà, has been honoured with the Outstanding Radio Presenter of the Year award at the 2024 Nigeria Christian Appreciation Awards (NICAA).  This prestigious accolade was announced by NICAA President, Pastor Dr. Wale Olabode, who commended Ọmọ-Bàbá-Tíṣà for his significant and inspiring contributions to the growth and development of Christianity through his radio programmes, particularly the widely acclaimed “Irinajo si Calvary.” Dr. Adegbite, the Assistant General Manager of Fresh 107.9 FM in Abeokuta, has become a prominent voice on the airwaves, using his platform to spread the gospel and positively impact his listeners.  His programmes…

The popular monthly interview discourse, Boiling Point Arena, is set to elevate the discussion on Nigeria’s escalating debt crisis, which has reached a staggering N121.67 trillion ($91.46 billion) as of March 2024.  This Sunday, July 14, 2024, marks the next edition of the global online discourse, to be held via Zoom and broadcast live on Sweet 107.1 FM for a two-hour session. In its 21st edition, Boiling Point Arena will feature two distinguished experts in the fields of economy and public policy reforms: Dr. Paul Alaje and Prof. Remi Aiyede.  The topic for this month’s discourse is “Nigeria and the…

 The Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) has announced the resumption of its suspended second-semester examinations for the 2023/2024 academic session. The institution suspended the exam following the killing of a final year student, Hamed Fabiyi  by suspected cultists on the campus . Some cultists had stormed the school and took the student on his birthday, Machetes which led to his death. The institution in the  statement released by the university’s Registrar, Dapo Oke, stated that the examinations will recommence on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Oke said the  exams scheduled for July 4th, 5th, and 8th, which were earlier suspended…

…To Bear Cost Of Their Medical Bill, restates resolve to give varsity education A top – notch real estate entrepreneur and philanthropist, Ambassador Babatunde Adeyemo, has revved up the scale of his support for the family of late Ogun State journalist, Com. Wale Adewunmi, with a commitment to provide free medicare to them for the next 12 months. Adeyemo who had earlier pledged to shoulder the burden of providing education to late Adewunmi’s first child, the 16 – year old Miss Mokeseoluwa, upto the university level, also placed the widow, Mrs Titilope Adewunmi, on a stipend of N25K for the…