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Daud Olatunji The Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Olamide Oladiji, has raised concerns about threats to his life in the wake of the ongoing impeachment process of Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.  In a troubling development, mysterious objects were discovered at the entrance to his official lodge, intensifying fears for his safety. Oladiji revealed that these threats began when the impeachment proceedings against the deputy governor commenced, leaving him deeply unsettled.  He urgently appealed to the state’s security agencies to apprehend those responsible for the ominous actions. Addressing journalists in Akure, the Ondo State capital, Oladiji shared his…

In a recent statement, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has refuted claims of negotiations with bandits for the release of kidnapped varsity students.  He strongly criticized Zamfara State Governor Dr. Dauda Lawal for accusing the federal government of playing politics with the rescue efforts. Idris emphasized that no federal government officials have engaged in negotiations with the bandits responsible for the abduction of Federal University Gusau students.  Instead, he urged Governor Lawal and the public to appreciate the security operatives’ relentless efforts to secure the students’ release. The minister clarified that federal government institutions are legally…

Daud Olatunji In a recent statement, Bayo Onanuga, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has refuted claims made by supporters of the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) Atiku Abubakar regarding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s academic records at Chicago State University. Onanuga responded to a user on social media who had posted documents related to Tinubu’s academic history.  The user contended that Tinubu should address the certificate controversy in the international media and called for the Supreme Court to disqualify him on grounds of certificate forgery and identity impersonation. However, Onanuga…

Daud Olatunji In a developing story, Wale Adedayo, the former Chairman of Ijebu East Local Government, has once again been taken into custody by Ogun State Police.  This latest arrest comes in the wake of allegations made by Adedayo against Governor Dapo Abiodun of diverting funds and local government interventions over the past three years.  Adedayo, who had previously been suspended and impeached by local government lawmakers, announced his arrest on social media, declaring his readiness to face the consequences. Adedayo revealed his arrest by the police via a Facebook post on his timeline, adding that he is ready to…

Fawaz Adebisi Residents of Enugu were gripped by panic as a critical bridge along the Enugu-Port Harcourt expressway, connecting the New Artisan flyover and the NNPC Mega Station, collapsed on Monday. The incident took place at Naira Triangle and Goshen Flyover near New Artisan Market in Enugu’s state capital around noon, according to eyewitnesses. Remarkably, there were no casualties, attributed to the reduced traffic caused by a Monday sit-at-home protest in the state. It was observed that a small lorry carrying goods was stranded on the bridge during the collapse, suffering damage Responding to this, security agencies swiftly closed the…

Fawaz Adebisi In a somber revelation, Justice Monica Dongban Mensen, the President of the Court of Appeal, has voiced her concerns about the staggering number of appeals awaiting resolution within the appellate court.  As of August 31, 2023, a substantial 39,526 cases remain in the queue. During the official commencement of the 2023/2024 legal year of the Court of Appeal, Justice Dongban Mensen shared this disconcerting statistic. She highlighted that this figure marks a significant increase from the 34,037 cases pending during the 2021/2022 Legal Year. Despite facing a deficit of 18 Justices during the previous year, the Court of…

Aminat Gusanu Suspected gunmen kidnapped a charcoal dealer named Kola Bosere and his assistant, simply identified as Philemon, in Jebba, Moro Local Government Area of Kwara State. It was gathered that the victims were abducted in the early hours of Monday. According to a source, Sikiru, who exports charcoal to other countries, was taken away by the gunmen along with his assistant, Mr. Philemon. “Philemon was later released, while Sikiru’s whereabouts remain unknown,” a source close to the family of the victims said. It was further gathered that Philemon was receiving treatment at a private health hospital in Jebba. The…

Fadlullah Sulaimon The Managing Director of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has spoken about their plans to demolish illegal market structures that have been built up across the city. Dr. Muyiwa made this known in a statement issued on Monday, the 25th day of this month, where he emphasized the significance of removing these illegal market structures, stating that they are important for urban planning. “Eliminating illegal market structures is crucial for urban planning and development. It enables proper zoning and allocation of spaces, contributing to a more organized and visually appealing cityscape. “These structures…

Afeez Adeniyi The Joint Task Force (JTF) of Operation Hadarin Daji in Zamfara State has successfully rescued seven female students of the Federal University of Gusau (FUGUS). PLATFORM TIMES had previously reported that more than 20 female students were abducted by bandits during an attack on an off-campus hostel in Sabon Gida village, Bungudu LGA of the State on Friday. According to Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert in the Lake Chad region, the seven victims were rescued alongside three male workers from Gupran Engineering Services Ltd. The troops rescued seven female students shortly after their abduction on Friday, making a…

In a significant development, France has decided to withdraw its 1,500 soldiers from Niger by the end of this year, a decision prompted by the July 26 coup in the country. President Emmanuel Macron also announced the withdrawal of France’s ambassador, Sylvain Itte, in the coming hours. President Macron emphasized that France, Niger’s former colonial power, refuses to be “held hostage by the putchists.” This decision is seen as a blow to French influence and counter-insurgency efforts in the Sahel region. The timing of France’s exit, following weeks of pressure from the junta and public protests, raises concerns among…