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In a shocking turn of events, Oba Kolawole Sowemimo, the Olu of Owode-Egba in Ogun State, is under intense scrutiny after a video surfaced showing him openly abusing the country’s currency during his wife’s 60th birthday celebration. The one minute and thirty seconds clip quickly went viral, sparking outrage among Nigerians. The monarch, who presides over residents grappling with various diseases, including cholera, was captured spraying naira notes at the extravagant event.  This action has not only drawn criticism but has also led to calls for accountability from the public. One concerned protester expressed dismay, stating, “This is Oba Sowemimi…

By Oguntoye Sodiq In a significant development following the 2023 presidential election, Alhaji Lamidi, the Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), has publicly called on former presidential candidate Peter Obi to seek forgiveness from President Tinubu, the Judiciary, and the Nigerian people.  This call for apology comes in response to Obi’s claims of winning the election, which the LP argues lack substantial evidence. In a press statement released on Tuesday, Abayomi Arabambi, the National Secretary of the Labour Party, conveyed Alhaji Lamidi’s emphasis on the necessity for Peter Obi to apologize to the nation’s judiciary.  The LP alleges that Obi…

Mr Umar Babangida, an investigator with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)  on Tuesday, revealed how top government officials aided Process and Industrial Development (P&ID) Ltd.’s directors in the alleged $9.6 billion scam against Nigeria. Babangida, who was the 2nd prosecution witness (PW2) in the ongoing trial of fleeing James Nolan, an Irish national, told Justice Obiora Egwuatu of a Federal High Court, Abuja in his testimony. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the anti-graft agency had, in the charge marked: FHC/ABJ/CR/9/2022, sued Micad Project City Services Ltd. and Mr Nolan as 1st and 2nd…

In a proactive move to prevent potential building collapses in 2024, the Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA) disclosed that it sealed more than 700 buildings across the state for various contraventions in 2023. Leading an enforcement team through Ikeja Local Government area, Mr. Kehinde Osinaike, the General Manager of LASPPPA, emphasized the importance of curbing physical planning infractions to align with the state’s vision for well-planned urban development. Osinaike acknowledged the commitment of the state government to the sustainable growth of Lagos, emphasizing the need for a well-organized urban environment for the benefit of all residents. Highlighting the…

In a surprising turn of events, the academic gowns designated for distribution to post-graduate students at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) were reported stolen after a bus transporting them was vandalized. This incident comes amidst preparations for the university’s 54th convocation ceremony, where 340 graduands are set to receive first-class degree certificates. Graduates had previously been required to pay N15,000 for the collection of these gowns. However, frustration arose among many students who, after a considerable wait, found the school unable to provide the academic attire. In a brief communication via text message and email, the management of the university’s…

Several staff of the Nigerian foreign missions are reportedly  facing crisis following the delay in the release of their capital and overhead votes by the President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government. Some of the staff said  that they now seek help from friends and families in Nigeria for feeding as the embassies are presently faced with cash crunch. PLATFORM TIMES learnt that Nigerian embassy staff, in London, the United Kingdom for example, have resorted to work shifts as the embassy could no longer support full operations. Sources hinted  that the Nigerian embassies had not received allocations in the past…

In a critical assessment of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited’s strategy, Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), asserted that the decision to rehabilitate refineries before privatization was a misstep that could have been avoided. Atiku conveyed his perspective through a post on his X handle on Tuesday, expressing concern over the NNPC’s failure to prioritize privatization as a precursor to rehabilitation.  He contended that this approach would have been more fiscally responsible, preventing the country from incurring unnecessary debt. The former Vice President’s remarks align with recent reports suggesting that the NNPC…

Muslim organizations, represented by the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN), voiced concerns over the increased suffering of Nigerians during President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The President of the Council, Sheikh Abdur Rasheed Hadiyatullah, expressed these sentiments during the SCSN’s National Conference in Abuja, focusing on the theme, “Matters Arising from the 2023 Election and Associated Socio-Economic Challenges.” Hadiyatullah specifically highlighted the challenges faced by Nigerians, particularly the masses, citing a significant surge in the prices of essential items. He remarked “the suffering of Nigerians has escalated since President Tinubu assumed office, with items that used to cost 200…

In a shocking incident in Abuja, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), FCT Command, has apprehended Chinana Solomon Telpesa Tali for attempting to sell his eight-year-old son, Ushafa, for a staggering N20 million.  Tali’s partner in crime, Pius Aondoakaa, was also taken into custody. Mr. Olusola Odumosu, the NSCDC FCT Commandant, paraded the suspects, revealing that Tali was nabbed after being enticed to Abuja from Benue. Aondoakaa, seeking a higher bid, disdainfully rejected an initial offer of N12 million for the “He-goat,” a derogatory term used during the sting operation to refer to the young boy. Both Tali,…

Daud Olatunji In a gripping and emotional address at the University of Hull’s graduation ceremony, Raji Ibrahim captivated the audience with a deeply personal narrative of resilience, determination, and ultimate triumph against all odds. In a heartfelt thanksgiving to Prof. Stephen Hardy, the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, colleagues, fellow graduates, and a loving assembly of family and friends, Ibrahim began by acknowledging the constant influence of Allah and Prophet Muhammed (SAW) in his life—a steadfast anchor in the tumultuous sea of challenges. Originating from the humble streets of Abeokuta, Nigeria, where the luxury of three square meals a day was a…