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Daud Olatunji In a recent verdict at Kaduna High Court, Justice Dairus Khobo handed down a 12-month prison sentence to Peterson Enoch, a 19-year-old resident of Millennium City, Kaduna, for his involvement in internet fraud.  The conviction came after the state Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission brought Enoch before the court. Justice Khobo found Enoch guilty as charged and sentenced him to 12 months in a correctional facility.  The judge also offered an alternative: a fine of N100,000 for the young offender. Additionally, Justice Khobo ordered the forfeiture of an iPhone 12 and an Infinix S5…

Daud Olatunji In a press conference held on Wednesday night at the African Hall of Kano State Government House, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, North West Nigeria, addressed the people of Kano following the recent judgment of the election petition tribunal that removed him from office and replaced him with the APC candidate, Alhaji Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, who contested in the March 18, 2023 election. Governor Yusuf referred to the tribunal’s decision as a temporary setback and assured the citizens that he and his party, the New Nigeria People Party (NNPP), would appeal against the ruling.  He emphasized…

Daud Olatunji In a recent revelation, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun unveils the reasons behind the continued existence of houses harbouring suspected cultists in Sagamu, despite the state’s commitment to eradicating cultism in the town and its surroundings.  Sagamu has experienced a surge in cult-related violence over the past three years, resulting in loss of life, injuries, and property damage. The governor disclosed that when the government attempted to demolish these houses, landlords rushed to plead for their properties to be spared, claiming they were unaware of their tenants’ involvement in cult activities.  However, Governor Abiodun hinted at impending legislation…

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc is all set to tantalize taste buds and foster cultural connections with its eagerly awaited ‘Tastes of Africa Food Festival.’ This vibrant celebration of African cuisine, culture, and diversity is poised to take center stage, reflecting the continent’s remarkable history and cultural tapestry.  The event is scheduled to dazzle attendees on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Meetings in New York, United States, on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. The UBA Tastes of Africa Food Festival is a unique endeavor, aiming to bring together a diverse community of participants, including UNGA attendees…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) emphasizes dedication from pregnant corps members, asserting that “pregnancy is not a disability.”  Mrs. Mofoluwaso Williams, Kogi State NYSC Coordinator, delivered this message during her presentation titled “Addressing Emerging Challenges in Corps Administration through NYSC/Stakeholders” at the Kogi Annual 2023 Corps Employers Workshop, hosted at the Government House, Lokoja. Williams urged employers and organizations not to allow pregnancy to be used as a pretext for avoiding national responsibilities.  She stated, “Every workplace presents its unique challenges, as do our various primary assignment locations where corps members serve their one-year mandatory duty to the nation.…

Daud Olatunji Wema Bank has set the stage for a groundbreaking event with the announcement of the Hackaholics Digital Summit, a gathering that promises to unite Africa’s trailblazers, disruptors, regulators, policymakers, investors, and digital enthusiasts.  The bank revealed this exciting development in a statement released on Wednesday, underscoring its commitment to driving tech and innovation not only in Nigeria but throughout the African continent. Themed ‘Re-Imagine: Disrupting the Ecosystem for Scale,’ the Hackaholics Digital Summit is slated to take place in Lagos this coming October.  The event will not only kickstart with the grand launch of the summit but also…

Fawaz Adebisi In a heartwarming display of generosity, Modupe Idowu, a dedicated alumna of St James African Church Nursery & Primary School, has made a significant contribution to the education of the current pupils. Mrs. Idowu, a retiree from the Ministry of Information in Ogun State, returned to her alma mater, on Wednesday, to donate essential school materials, including notebooks, mathematical sets, pens, and school bags. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the gesture was done In collaboration with her niece, Mrs Oluwatosin Awonuga, CEO Tosfun Cake in commemoration of her 40th birthday coming up in October 6, 2023. In an interview,…

Fawaz Adebisi The Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta Ogun State has held an international press conference which aimed at tackling housing deficit amidst poor funding in the country. The conference, which is it’s third, held at the institution’s School of Environmental Studies as it had in attendance journalists in the state, to cover. Speaking at the conference, Dr. Samson Agbato, an environmental expert and the Director of the School of Environmental Studies at MAPOLY, emphasized the urgent need for the government to address the housing crisis in the country. Dr. Agbato stressed that the current housing deficit stands at a staggering…

Fawaz Adebisi As the clock ticks down to the November 11th governorship election in Imo State, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has revealed that approximately 134,000 Permanent Voter Cards, PVCs, remain uncollected by registrants. The Resident Electoral Commissioner, Prof. Sylvia Agu, made this disclosure during a press briefing in Owerri on Wednesday. Prof. Agu stated that INEC had resumed the issuance of PVCs for the forthcoming election on September 11th and would continue this process until October 9th. She expressed concern over the large number of uncollected PVCs, noting that they are currently stored in the 27 local government…

Daud Olatunji In a bid to ensure a smooth academic session, the Minister of State for Education, Dr. Tanko Sununu, pleads with students, parents, and lecturers to refrain from actions that could disrupt universities as they prepare to reopen. This appeal was made during a meeting with the leadership of the Congress of University Academics (CONUA) in Abuja on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. Dr. Sununu stressed the importance of restraint, emphasizing that it would benefit all stakeholders and maintain stability within the educational system. He assured ongoing constructive dialogues regarding student welfare, staff conditions, and infrastructure enhancement in tertiary…