Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Daud Olatunji Panic gripped Araromi Ilogbo Secondary School in Oko Afo, Lagos, as students staged a protest following the alleged death of their fellow student, David Babadipo, reportedly due to being flogged by a teacher named Oluwale. The incident unfolded on Thursday when 16-year-old David, who had been unwell for several days, was purportedly subjected to corporal punishment by the teacher. Subsequently, he was rushed to a hospital but tragically confirmed dead. A circulated video depicted chaotic scenes within and around the school premises as students reacted to the news. Voices in the background claimed that David was flogged by…

… Confirms PLATFORM TIMES Exclusive Reports In a compelling press conference at his quarters in Abeokuta, embattled Speaker Olakunle Oluomo sheds light on the orchestrated impeachment by 18 lawmakers, revealing the tumultuous events that unfolded on Tuesday. Oluomo said that  despite numerous calls from media houses,  he  refrained himslef from addressing the situation until Friday, believing that government and party leaders would intervene.  Expressing gratitude to the state  Governor, Dapo Abiodun for his fair intervention, he shares insights into the alleged impeachment mentioned in the government’s press release. Oluomo narrates the challenges faced since assuming office in June, with some…

…17 Arms, 604 Ammunition Recovered by Police – Force PRO Daud Olatunji   In a resounding triumph against crime, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun,on Friday, disclosed   that the recently launched Special Intervention Squad (SIS) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has achieved remarkable success.  The IGP in a statement issued  by the force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi  said over the past two weeks, the IGP-SIS operations had  resulted in the arrest of 139 suspects, the safe rescue of 154 kidnapped victims, and the recovery of 17 arms along with 604 pieces of ammunition. Egbetokun added…

A solemn atmosphere enveloped the Chapel of Reconciliation in Abeokuta on Friday as the leadership of Christian Association of Nigeria in Ogun State  congregated to lay to rest the  revered General Overseer, Apostle Abiodun Ademuyiwa. Apostle Ademuyiwa, the founder and lead Lecturer of the Leadership Training Institute, passed away unexpectedly on October 21, 2023.  The church and family, however, chose to wait until Friday, the 26th, to pay their final respects. During the service, Apostle (Dr) John Oladejo, delivering a eulogy, expressed condolences to the grieving family and commended Apostle Ademuyiwa for living a fulfilled life.  The sermon, titled “The…

By Daud Olatunji In a shocking incident, gunmen targeted the Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) by abducting its chairman, Philip Aivoji, along with nine other party members.  The incident took place at the Ogere axis of the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Thursday evening. Sources reveal that Aivoji and his party colleagues were returning from the PDP’s Stakeholders’ Zonal Caucus Meeting held in Ibadan, convened by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.  The armed assailants intercepted their convoy, forcibly taking them into the nearby bush. Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Abiodun Alamutu, confirmed the disturbing incident on Friday.  Alamutu…

By Daud Olatunji The embattled Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Olakunle Oluomo, broke his silence three days after being impeached by 18 lawmakers, asserting that he remains the Speaker and challenging the impeachment procedure.  Addressing a press conference at his quarters on Friday, Oluomo described the impeachment as dramatic and revealed that he chose to leave the premises for the governor’s office when it commenced. Impeached on Tuesday and replaced by Oludaisi Elemide, a lawmaker representing Odeda constituency, Oluomo accused aggrieved lawmakers of terrorizing him since the beginning of his second term. “I remain Speaker of the…

The Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Ogun State chapter, has enthusiastically congratulated Governor Dapo Abiodun on his triumphant victory at the Supreme Court, affirming his success in the March 2023 Governorship Election.  The union, in a joint statement signed by Chairman Waidi Oloyede and Secretary Dr. Bolá Lawal, expressed deep felicitations and urged the governor to continue with commendable projects across the Gateway State. The Supreme Court’s final verdict, delivered by a five-member Panel of Justices, resoundingly validated Governor Abiodun’s win, dismissing earlier challenges from the PDP Gubernatorial Candidate at both the Ogun Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal and the Court of…

Daud Olatunji In a heartwarming virtual address, former Governor of Ogun State, Senator Ibikunle Amosun,on Thursday, marked his 66th birthday amidst fervent birthday prayers organized at his Abeokuta residence.  The celebration took a unique turn as he joined his supporters and political associates  from  Saudi Arabia through virtual channels. Amosun, visibly elated, expressed gratitude to supporters hailing from all corners of the state, emphasizing the importance of continued patriotism among his followers.  Despite being away in Saudi Arabia for pilgrimage, the atmosphere at his Ibara GRA residence was vibrant, filled with the presence of family, friends, political associates, and well-wishers…

Daud Olatunji An investigation by PLATFORM TIMES has revealed that the ousted Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Olakunle Oluomo, had faced impeachment threats three times from a simple majority of lawmakers before his eventual removal on Tuesday. On Tuesday, Oluomo was removed by 18 lawmakers through a signed impeachment notice and was replaced by Oludaisi Elemide from Odeda.  Both Oluomo, representing Ifo 1, and Elemide who were from Ogun Central,had engaged  in two electoral battles for the seat in 2019 and 2023. Contrary to earlier media reports, PLATFORM TIMES learned that the mace was hijacked from the…

In a bold display of integrity, a Divisional Police Officer (DPO) resisted a tempting one million naira bribe from a suspected bandit apprehended in a Tafa Community hotel, just 13 kilometers from Bwari, the notorious epicenter of bandit operations in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The arrest, executed on January 19, 2024, unfolded after the police received credible intelligence pinpointing the presence of the suspect, identified as 28-year-old Bello Muhammad from Zamfara State, at the Easyway hotel in Tafa town.  Acting swiftly, operatives led by the vigilant DPO raided the hotel, capturing the alleged kidnapper and seizing a substantial sum…