Author: Platform Times Newspaper

In a candid revelation, former Bauchi State governor, Isa Yuguda, has accused banks of playing a detrimental role in the destruction of Nigeria’s economy.  Speaking on a television programme, Yuguda expressed concern over what he perceives as a trend where many bankers prioritize personal wealth over the nation’s economic well-being. Reflecting on his experience in the banking sector in the year 2000 before joining Chief Obasanjo’s cabinet, Yuguda asserted that banks have significantly contributed to the economic challenges faced by Nigeria.  He criticized some colleagues for their apparent lack of concern for the country, alleging that their primary focus is…

The police command in Cross River on Thursday paraded a 30-year-old man who allegedly macheted his lover for failing to show up in his house on the last Valentine’s Day. The police alleged that Amber Ubung carried out the act when his lover, Blessing Onawu, 25, reneged on her promise to spend Valentine’s night with him after collecting N7,000 from him to dress her hair. The state Commissioner of Police, Mr Gyogon Grimah, told newsmen in Calabar that the incident happened at Okuni in Ikom Local Government Area. “After waiting and the said lady did not show up, the suspect,…

In a recent statement, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has expressed concern over the inadequacy of the current police force, numbering approximately 400,000, to adequately secure Nigeria’s population of over 200 million people.  The Deputy Speaker, Hon Benjamin Okezie Kalu, representing Abbas during a courtesy call by the association of Clerks of State Houses of Assembly, emphasised the need for state police to enhance internal security, citing the familiarity of local operators with the geographical terrain. Abbas likened the call for state police to the constitutional amendments made by the 9th National Assembly, granting states…

In a dramatic turn of events, three family members kidnapped while conveying the remains of their late brother, Israel Ugwuanyi, have been released.  The harrowing incident occurred over the weekend as the family was en route to Ameze Owerre, Umabor community in the Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu. Earlier reports suggested that hoodlums had seized the corpse and abducted the family members, causing widespread concern.  However, the Enugu State Police Commissioner, Kanayo Uzuegbu, dismissed the kidnapping allegations on Tuesday, labelling it a “family squabble” and stating that the deceased’s body had been deposited in a mortuary. Contradicting the police…

The Association of Public Toilets in Bauchi Local Government Area has announced a 100 percent increment in charges for using its facilities underlining the increasing hardship in Nigeria as citizens now have to pay more to discharge the little they are eating. Mr Ibrahim Kabo, Chairman of the association, made the announcement in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Bauchi on Thursday. He said that charges for defecation in the facilities increased to N200 from the initial N100, while taking bath with hot and cold water rose to N200 as against the earlier N100. Kabo said…

Daud Olatunji Soldiers have reportedly opened fire on suspected hoodlums who  seized control of trailers loaded with essential food supplies in the Suleja Area of Niger State. The incident unfolded on Thursday,  as numerous trailers en route from Abuja to Kaduna found themselves obstructed by hoodlums who set ablaze tires on the road, creating chaos and halting the convoy.  According to eyewitness Alhassan Abdullahi, the perpetrators targeted various food items, with a particular focus on rice. Abdullahi recounted the brazen act, stating that even as soldiers arrived at the scene and fired warning shots into the air, the hoodlums refused…

In a recent development, the National Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (NEMSAS) and the Osun State Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance Services System (OSEMSAS) have extended their commendation to the UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital in Osogbo for its exceptional emergency services. Hon. Disu Waidi, the Chairman of OSEMSAS, expressed appreciation during a joint visit with NEMSAS to the Chief Medical Director, Prof. Peter Babatunde Olaitan. He praised the hospital for its swift response in providing emergency care to those in need. Highlighting the significance of the hospital’s contributions, Hon. Disu stated, “The agency appreciates the healthcare provision, especially in the…

 In a powerful address at the Rotunda of the Manitoba Legislative Building, 13-year-old Olufisayo Bakenne, a Nigerian-Canadian youth leader, passionately advocated for the eradication of racism and discrimination against the Black community.  Bakenne, alongside other speakers, urged world leaders to uphold Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, emphasizing the equal rights and freedoms of all individuals without any form of distinction. The event, organized by the NDP government, marked the celebration of Black History Month and witnessed participation from prominent Black leaders in the Province, including Minister of Economic Development Jamie Moses, Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara, and…

The Labour Party has cleared the air over the arrest of the factional national chairman, Julious Abure, saying, the party leader was arrested in connection with alleged  attempted murder on the life of the party’s National Leader, Comrade Eragbe Anselim.  PLATFORM TIMES reports that Abure was arrested on Wednesday by police following the petition written by the party leadership over the attack of the National Youth leader a few weeks ago. Dr. Abayomi Arabanbi, the National Publicity Secretary, addressed the media to shed light on the arrest and the serious charges against Abure. Arabambi revealed that the party had been…

Daud Olatunji The media team of the Ogun State governor, Dapo Abiodun, has spent a humongous N2,270,995,081.79 between 2020 and 2023, as revealed by PLATFORM TIMES’s investigation. Abiodun assumed office on May 29, 2019, succeeding Senator Ibikunle Amosun. PLATFORM TIMES acquired the financial records compiled on the state’s portal, openstates.ng. This expenditure excluded four other units of the Ministry of Information and Strategy, namely Ogun State Television, Ogun State Broadcasting Corporation, Ogun State Printing Corporation, and Ogun State Signage and Advertising Agency. PLATFORM TIMES’s checks exposed that, under the guise of the Ministry of Information and Strategy in 2020, the…