Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Daud Olatunji In a nightmarish ordeal that has sent shockwaves through the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), Ijagun, four female students became victims of a horrifying sexual assault, reportedly perpetrated by individuals suspected to be armed robbers.  The grim incident unfolded on a chilling Monday night, plunging the tranquil university community into chaos and fear. The gravity of the situation prompted a swift response from the Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engr (Mrs) Noimot Salako-Oyedele, who took to her Instagram handle, @noimot.oyedele, to confirm the harrowing incident.  She did not stop at mere confirmation; instead, she embarked on a mission…

Daud Olatunji In a significant stride towards empowering the youth and fostering socio-economic development, the Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has garnered praise for the establishment of a dedicated Ministry of Youth Affairs, marking a pivotal moment after 47 years since the inception of Ogun State. The commendation comes from Ap. Dr. Tola Adenekan, the founding Coordinator and Patron of the Commonwealth Youth Organisation of Nigeria, Ogun State chapter.  Dr. Adenekan lauded Governor Abiodun’s visionary decision, expressed through a statement issued in Abeokuta, the state capital. Dr. Adenekan emphasized that the separation of the Ministry of Youth from that of…

Daud Olatunji The highly anticipated Second Edition of the “Your Image Awards and Annual Lecture,” a prestigious event in the world of Public Relations, is all set to grace Abeokuta on November 1, 2023.  This annual event, organized by PR Primus Limited in collaboration with the Ogun State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), promises to be a stellar occasion for PR enthusiasts and professionals alike. Taking place at the elegant Park Inn by Radisson Hotel in Kuto, Abeokuta, this year’s edition is expected to draw a distinguished crowd.  Dr. Ike Neliaku, the President and Chairman of…

Fawaz Adebisi The Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON) has come under fire for disbursing outdated and vandalized equipment to a health center that has been abandoned for 16 years in Olomore community, Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State. The equipment, which was part of a federal government project awarded in 2007, was delivered to the health center on Monday by a contractor, Mathan Nigeria Limited. Seeing the equipment, the chairman of Abeokuta North Local Government, Prince Samson Ayorinde, expressed shock and disappointment at its state as well as the building, which he said were not fit…

Fawaz Adebisi Following the report by PLATFORMTIMES on the plight of the residents of Olomore community in Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State, who have been living without a functional health center for 16 years, the Association of Local Government of Nigeria, ALGON, has finally disbursed equipment to the abandoned hospital. The equipment, which was part of a federal government project awarded in 2007, was delivered by a contractor, Mathan Nigeria Limited on Monday. However, the equipment and the building were found to be obsolete and vandalized, sparking outrage among the community members and the local government officials.…

Israel Adeleke The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has released the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Inflation Report for September 2023, which shows that the inflation rate in Nigeria increased to 26.72% from 25.80% in August 2023. The organization that released the data on its website stated that it is the summary of the CPI and Inflation Report for September 2023. According to the report, the inflation rate in September 2023 was 0.92 percentage points higher than the rate recorded in August 2023, indicating a faster rise in the general level of prices of goods and services in the economy.…

Daud Olatunji A shocking incident unfolded on October 24, 2023, at a Guaranty Trust Bank branch in Oke Ilewo, Abeokuta, as an infuriated customer resorted to an extreme act of desperation in an attempt to resolve a financial grievance.  The disgruntled client, who had previously reported the mysterious disappearance of ₦530,000 from his account, returned to the bank to seek answers, only to be met with indifference. Upon his return to the bank, the customer was informed that the bank could not trace the vanishing funds. Frustration boiled over, leading to a heated exchange with bank staff, culminating in the…

Daud Olatunji In a groundbreaking move aimed at safeguarding the health of young girls, the Ogun State Government, in partnership with the National Primary Health Care Development Agency and various development partners, has initiated a crucial vaccination program.  This campaign, which targets eligible girls aged 9 to 14, aims to protect them against Cervical Cancer by introducing the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine into the routine immunization schedule. During the flag-off ceremony, Dr. Tomi Coker, the Commissioner for Health, delivered an impassioned keynote address, hailing the introduction of the HPV vaccine as a pivotal milestone in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals…

Daud Olatunji Ogun State  Governor,Dapo Abiodun  has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to an all-inclusive style of governance, promising to maintain transparency and citizen involvement in decision-making processes in the state.  The governor expressed his vision to provide focused and high-quality governance, creating an environment conducive to public-private partnerships that are vital for sustainable economic development and individual prosperity. Speaking at the Citizen’s Engagement on the 2024–2026 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and 2024 Budget in the Ijebu division of Ogun State, the governor, represented by his deputy, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, emphasized the significance of multi-year public expenditure planning.  This process…

Aminat Gusanu The Corporate Affairs Commission CAC has discovered 189 fake companies after a thorough investigation in the Federal Capital Territory FCT.  The commission’s Registrar General, Hussaini Magaji, disclosed this at a press briefing held in Abuja on Tuesday. Magaji said the scam came to light after the FCT Administration asked the commission to verify the status of a fake company that applied for land allocation. He said that this prompted him to conduct further investigations, which led to the discovery of other fake companies. He said that two suspects, including a lawyer, have been arrested and a syndicate involving…