Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Daud Olatunji In a resounding declaration echoing the urgency of the situation, the Ogun State Government has issued a stern warning to its residents in the wake of the recently updated 2023 water release forecast for flood control, effective as of September 2023.  This sobering forecast aligns with the high rainfall patterns, as accurately predicted by NIMET and other  agencies. Experts have predicted that  heavy flooding is poised to descend upon the downstream areas of the Ogun River starting this very month. The State government, represented by the  Director of the Ogun State Emergency Management Agency, Mr. Wale Shonde, has…

Daud Olatunji The leadership of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), led by Vice-Chancellor Professor Babatunde Kehinde, has  mediated a dialogue with the Ogun State Muslim Community to address the University’s dress code policies, particularly concerning Muslim students.  The resolution of these issues has come after recent public reactions. The significant meeting, held on Monday, September 11, 2023, at the Ogun State Police Headquarters, gathered esteemed dignitaries, including the representative of the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba (Dr.) Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo (Okukenu IV); Ogun State Commissioner of Police, CP Abiodun Alamutu; Wakilu Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo, and…

In  an unexpected turn of events, the White Witches and Wizards Association of Nigeria has urged the presidential candidates of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, to gracefully accept their electoral defeat, refocus their energies, and join forces with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the quest to rebuild Nigeria. This mystical advice, delivered following an emergency meeting in Abuja, underscores the group’s commitment to traditional methods of problem-solving over costly and time-consuming court battles. Dr. Okhue Iboi, the group’s spokesperson, elaborated on their unique perspective. He revealed that the White Witches…

Security woes escalate on the abandoned N427 billion 2nd Niger Bridge project, as vandals, robbers, and kidnappers take advantage of its underuse, leaving commuters and authorities deeply concerned. For decades, the demand for a second bridge to alleviate congestion on the aging Niger Bridge, the sole East-West link, has loomed large. Economic growth brought with it immense traffic gridlock, especially during festive periods. While promises of a new bridge date back to the early 2000s, significant progress wasn’t made until 2014, when President Goodluck Jonathan initiated the groundbreaking ceremony.  The project, divided into three phases, aimed to provide relief by…

Nigeria, August 2023 – Nigeria’s inflation rate for August 2023 has exceeded all local and international predictions, surging to 25.8%, a noticeable increase from July’s 24.08%, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The most significant contributor to this surge is the soaring food inflation rate, which reached 29.34% on a year-on-year basis, marking a 6.22% increase compared to August 2022.  This unprecedented rise in food prices can be attributed to substantial increases in the cost of oil and fat, bread, cereals, fish, fruits, meats, vegetables, potatoes, yams, and other tubers, as well as dairy products and eggs. Compared…

Daud Olatunji A stark reality emerges as nations worldwide grapple with the challenging target of reducing emissions by 2030.  According to a recent report from Wood Mackenzie, titled ‘Energy Transition Outlook 2023,’ there is no clear evidence that any major country is making significant strides toward meeting their 2030 emissions reduction goals. The report underscores the daunting financial commitment required for a successful transition to a net-zero future. It estimates that an average annual capital expenditure of $2.7 trillion (£2.16 trillion) will be needed between 2030 and 2050.  Notably, 79 percent of this colossal investment must be directed toward “Power…

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has sounded the alarm over the growing concern surrounding Nigeria’s mounting debt, which has reached a staggering N87 trillion.  The organization expressed its apprehension regarding the administration of President Bola Tinubu’s approach to this alarming fiscal issue. CISLAC’s Executive Director, Auwal Ibrahim Musa (Rafsanjani), voiced profound concern in a statement issued recently. He highlighted that Nigeria’s debt had surged by a staggering 75.29%, representing an increase of N37.53 trillion from the N49.85 trillion recorded at the end of March 2023. Rafsanjani underscored the fiscal implications of this burgeoning debt on the nation, particularly…

Daud Olatunji In the heart of Ogun State, in the quiet Olokuta area of Abeokuta, a symphony of frustration and sorrow played out on a fateful Saturday.  Some of the communities ; Oladuni, Alasela ,Ojo, Olokuta,Abule-Ake, Ire-Akari, Ilekun, Agbopa, Erunwon, Ori-Osoko, Elefun, Jangede,Ogunsan among others were affected . PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the affected communities are more than 52  with thousands of people  as residents . Irked by the situation,the residents took to the streets in protest, their voices rising above the din of their dilapidated surroundings. At the center of their anguish was a road, a road that connected…

In response to growing public concerns and the preliminary review of the circumstances surrounding the untimely demise of acclaimed music artiste Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, the Lagos State Police Command has initiated a comprehensive investigation. In a statement released by the command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, it was revealed that Commissioner of Police, CP Idowu Owohunwa, has directed the formation of a Special Investigation Team within the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to oversee the inquiry. This Special Investigation Team, composed of seasoned homicide detectives, is entrusted with the task of gathering and examining…

Daud Olatunji In a dynamic showcase of youth leadership and engagement, the Yewa Youth Leadership Conference concluded its three-day run, leaving attendees invigorated and inspired. Hosted at ASUP Hall, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, the event organized by the Yewa Youth Association brought together young leaders, activists, and changemakers from diverse backgrounds across Yewaland to engage in vital discussions on leadership, civic responsibility, and citizen participation. The conference began with a warm welcome from Com. Abduljabar Ayelaagbe, President of the Yewa Youth Association, who emphasized the importance of building lasting relationships among participants.  Governor Dapo Abiodun, represented by Mr. Olaolu Olabimtan,…