Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Nigeria imported motor vehicles and parts worth $518 million (about ₦799 billion at the official exchange rate) from the United States between January and June 2025, according to fresh data from the US Census Bureau and the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The figures showed that passenger cars accounted for the lion’s share of the inflows, with $379m, representing 73 per cent of total imports in the period under review. Vehicle parts followed with $104m (20 per cent), while trucks, buses and special-purpose vehicles gulped $35m (7 per cent). A breakdown revealed that imports remained relatively steady in the second quarter,…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has warned political appointees in his administration who fail to defend government policies and achievements against opposition attacks, vowing that sanctions await them. Oyebanji, who spoke while receiving members of the Ekiti State University (EKSU) Alumni Solidarity Group in Ado Ekiti, accused some aides of “double loyalty” and “eating from both sides,” saying their silence on critical platforms where the administration was being attacked was unacceptable. “We need to seize the social media space. It’s not that the opposition is winning, but some political appointees, because they are eating from both sides, can’t even come…

Yoruba Nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, on Saturday made a reconciliatory appeal to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, seeking forgiveness over his past utterances while pledging renewed commitment to the security of the South-West. Igboho, who visited the Ooni’s palace in Ile-Ife, Osun State, arrived to a rousing welcome by traditional rulers, chiefs, and hundreds of supporters. The activist, who broke down in tears during the visit, openly admitted his past mistakes and tendered an apology to the revered monarch. “I offended Kabiyesi in the past and I am here to seek forgiveness.…

The Kwara State Police Command has arrested a 29-year-old man for allegedly killing and dismembering his pregnant sister-in-law, Esther Enemo, in the Temidire community, Ilorin. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, August 21, was said to have been reported by a resident who suspected foul play at the victim’s residence on Egbejila Road. Spokesperson of the command, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, in a statement on Saturday, confirmed that the suspect, who is the younger brother of the deceased woman’s husband, was apprehended shortly after the discovery of the crime. Ejire-Adeyemi disclosed that police officers deployed to the scene found the mutilated remains…

…One soldier killed, two injured as NAF jets hit terrorists’ camps Nigerian troops under Operation Hadin Kai, with support from the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), have killed more than 35 fighters of the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) during a fierce battle in Kumshe, a border community in Borno State. Security sources said the clash occurred in the early hours of Saturday after ISWAP fighters, advancing from the Gulumba Gana axis, launched an assault on military positions in the area. The insurgents were, however, repelled by superior firepower, leaving scores dead on the battlefield. Intelligence reports indicated that…

…Says focus should be on strengthening Muslims, not just conversions Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has urged Islamic societies to intensify efforts in transmitting the core values and norms of Islam to younger generations through modern communication channels, particularly social media. Salako-Oyedele gave the charge while receiving members of the Alasalatu Society of Nigeria and West Africa (ASONWA) led by its Khaleefah and Missioner, Khaleefah Akorede Abdulfatai, during a courtesy visit to her office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. She stressed that Islamic propagation (Dawah), which in the past was carried out through physical town-to-town outreach, should now be taken…

A convener of the United Premier Movement (UPM),  Hon. (Chief) Olalekan Shoyinka, has cautioned leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and other political actors in Ogun  state against reducing leadership choices to financial inducement and short-term benefits, warning that such a trend could mortgage the future of the state. Shoyinka, popularly known as Ayinla Egba made the remarks in a statement titled “The Yayi Effect and Political Leadership in Ogun State (Part 2)” made available to PLATFORM TIMES on Friday. He commended Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly called Yayi, for facilitating federal projects, empowerment programmes, and political mobilisation across…

The Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) Marquee, Abeokuta, came alive on Friday as the engagement of Faisah Kolapo, daughter of media entrepreneur and Iya Suna of Egbaland, Dr. (Mrs.) Yemi Kolapo, and Hakeem Jimoh, son of retired General Moshood Jimoh from Erin-Ile, Kwara State, held in grand style. The colourful ceremony, which showcased the richness of Yoruba culture blended with deep religious undertones, attracted eminent personalities from politics, business, diplomacy, the military, entertainment, and the media. Former Ogun State Governors, Chief Olusegun Osoba and Senator Ibikunle Amosun, led the roll call of high-profile guests, exchanging pleasantries with other dignitaries in…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has recorded an impressive turnout in the first phase of its Continuous Voter Registration (CVR), with over 505,906 Nigerians completing their online pre-registration within just five days. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, disclosed this on Friday in Abuja during the official flag-off of the nationwide sensitisation campaign for the CVR. Yakubu, who was represented by National Commissioner Mrs. May Agbamuche-Mbu, said the figure reflects Nigerians’ eagerness to participate in the democratic process. “As at midnight of Thursday, August 22, more than 505,906 citizens had pre-registered on the portal since it opened on Monday. For…

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has disclosed that none of his political aides earns less than ₦1 million monthly, a revelation that has sparked mixed reactions across the state. Eno, who made the declaration during a public address in Uyo on Friday, said the policy was part of his administration’s commitment to motivate appointees and ensure effective service delivery. “None of my political aides earns less than ₦1 million monthly,” the governor stated, insisting that fair remuneration was necessary to meet the high cost of living and the demands of governance. The announcement comes at a time when debates…