Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Daud Olatunji In a surprising move, President Bola Tinubu has issued a directive to restructure the leadership of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON).  The directive, which was made public on Tuesday night, involves the removal of Alhaji Zikrullah Kunle Hassan, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NAHCON.  According to the directive, Hassan has been asked to proceed on a three-month pre-retirement leave, in line with Public Service Rule (PSR) 120243.  This leave, effective from October 18, 2023, will lead to Hassan’s eventual retirement from service on January 17, 2023. Simultaneously, President Tinubu has given his approval for…

Daud Olatunji In a significant move aimed at bolstering the development of critical sectors, the Ogun State Government has unveiled plans to establish new ministries dedicated to Mineral Resources, Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Digital Economy, as well as Energy.  Abiodun disclosed this pivotal decision during a meeting with Permanent Secretaries convened at the Executive Chambers of the Governor’s Office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. Governor Abiodun emphasized the necessity of granting full ministerial status to these sectors, as it would enable the administration to effectively pursue its objectives in these areas.  The separation of the Ministry of Youths from the Ministry…

Daud Olatunji In a resolute response to the recent rumors regarding his health, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has emphatically denied any plans to return to Germany for further medical treatment.  His Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde, issued a statement dismissing the reports as baseless and the product of “evil-minded politicians.” Addressing concerns and providing an update on the state’s progress, Olatunde asserted that the rumors were the handiwork of politicians who have yet to recover from their election losses and are grasping at straws.  He urged the public to disregard the false news, emphasizing the governor’s unwavering dedication…

Peculiar Tonkumoh The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has issued a stern warning to anyone involved in energy theft, vandalism and illegal metering.  The company said it would not hesitate to arrest and prosecute offenders in accordance with the law. The Managing Director of IBEDC, Engr. Kinsley Achife, made this known at a stakeholders engagement meeting held in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, on Tuesday. He said the meeting was aimed at improving the relationship between the company and its customers, as well as soliciting their cooperation in paying their outstanding bills. Achife, who was represented by the Lead Media Officer…

Wisdom Silas Some gunmen, suspected to be bandits, have killed nine members of a local vigilante group popularly known as Yan Ba Beli, during an ambush, while a few others were injured in the Local Government Areas of Bauchi state. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the incident took place on Sunday when the security men were on patrol. According to a member of the vigilante group who spoke anonymously, he said that the bandits ambushed and killed nine members of the vigilante team and injured many others. He added, “When the vigilantes veered into the ambush, the bandits opened fire with…

Qiwamudeen Luwaji Kano State Police Command has converted 50 hardened criminals by training them to become constable officers. The idea behind this initiative, as per information gathered by PLATFORMTIMES, is to utilize these reformed criminals to combat their colleagues who have resisted repentance and continue engaging in criminal activities. Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Usaini Gumel, while addressing the 50 selected reformed individuals from Dala, Fagge, Ungogo, Municipal, and Gwale LGAs of Kano State, upon the completion of their two-month training as members of the Nigeria Police Special Constabulary, noted that they were fortunate for choosing to start anew. Addressing…

Israel Adeleke The Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has arraigned a suspected hacker, Michael Onimisi, before the Federal High Court in Kaduna for allegedly defrauding First City Monument Bank Plc (FCMB) of N17.8 million using a software code he developed. Onimisi, who is the sole proprietor of Ohoiza Crafts, was charged with six counts of internet fraud and money laundering on October 13, 2023, before Justice R.M Aikawa. According to the charge sheet, Onimisi developed a software code-named: “Bee-Leaf” and “Real-Eve” to bypass the security measures of the bank and transfer N17,785,010.75 from the…

A 400-level Accounting student at Gombe State University (GSU), identified as Abubakar Muhammad Adam, collapsed and tragically passed away while taking his final examination. The incident, which sent shockwaves through the university community, unfolded during an accounting exam, leaving students and faculty in a state of disbelief. The heartbreaking news was initially shared via social media by Adam’s distressed classmates. The message, which quickly circulated throughout the university, read: “This is to inform you that Abubakar Muhd Adam, male, with registration number UG18/ASAC/1113 at 400 LEVEL, Accounting Department, was rushed to the university clinic this morning during accounting exams.  Unfortunately,…

By Daud Olatunji Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, and his aides are facing severe criticism and backlash from citizens over the handling of the N5 billion worth of palliatives intended to support vulnerable populations in the state. The outrage was ignited when the Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, verbally attacked the Chairman of the Community Development Area (CDA) who expressed dissatisfaction with the meager palliative items allocated for distribution. It should be noted that most states, including Ogun State, had not yet received the full N5 billion pledge from the Federal Government. The state government had announced its plan…

Daud Olatunji In a heart-wrenching plea for help, Victor Okpapi, a dedicated IT specialist, is reaching out to the compassionate hearts of Nigerians, all levels of government, and corporate organizations as he fights for his life. Victor’s battle is against a debilitating renal condition that has left him reliant on dialysis to survive. Victor Okpapi, an accomplished Electrical Engineer, had been the pillar of support for his family and a cherished member of his community before his life took a devastating turn.  He resides at No. 6 Festus Imho Okpapi Street, off Okerube last bus stop, Ikotun, Lagos, Nigeria. Today,…