Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Daud Olatunji  The Adeleke Kalejaiye family has issued a passionate plea to Governor Dapo Abiodun, seeking protection for their cherished Palm Trees Plantation in the Ogere-Remo region of Ogun State.  They accuse a group of suspected landgrabbers, led by Prince Adesegun Ogunkoya and others, who allegedly donned military uniforms to forcefully expel workers and destroy palm trees on the plantation. The family’s lawyer, Isaac Bankole of Isaac T. Bankole and Co Chambers, revealed that they have filed petitions, dated September 11, 2023, with various authorities, including the Ogun State Director General of the Bureau of Land and Survey, the Inspector…

…Bankole Vows to Enrich Tradition and Governance Daud Olatunji  In a momentous decision guided by tradition and unity, the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Michael Gbadebo, announced the election of a new Apena Egba, with Chief Alani Olayiwola Bankole emerging as the Apena-Elect. The choice came after months of mourning following the passing of the previous Apena and extensive consultations among the kingmakers from Itoku and Iporo. The Alake revealed that the position of Apena Egba holds great significance, as it falls under the category of statutory part 2 chiefs, with responsibilities akin to that of part 2 Obas in the…

… Security Alarm Forces Deployment  Of More  Security  …Confusion Over Possible Zoom  Procedure  Daud Olatunji The political battleground in Ogun State is fraught with tension as both the camps of Governor Dapo Abiodun from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Ladi Adebutu, the gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), anxiously await the tribunal’s verdict. Sources have confirmed that both candidates  had  left the state in anticipation of the judgment.  As of the time of this report,  Adebutu has returned to the state in preparation for the judgment, while Governor Abiodun has yet to make his way back from…

Daud Olatunji  In a shocking revelation, a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State, Lawyer Silas Onu, has exposed Governor Francis Nwifuru’s dual party affiliation. 

Daud Olatunji In a significant financial allocation, the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has disbursed a total of N1.1 trillion as Federation Account Revenue for August 2023 to the Federal Government, State Governments, and Local Government Councils. This information was disclosed by the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) on Friday. According to a statement by Bawa Mokwa, the Director of Press and Public Relations at the OAGF, the FAAC issued a communique during its September 2023 meeting, indicating a “N1100.101 billion total distributable revenue.” The communique also highlighted that the total revenue available in August 2023…

Daud Olatunji  The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has announced a prohibition on the observance of Nigeria’s Independence Day celebrations in the South-East region.  In a statement released by the group’s Director of Media and Publicity, Emma Powerful, IPOB emphasized that the historical events of the past 63 years have failed to demonstrate the South-East’s integration into Nigeria. IPOB’s statement conveyed a strong message, warning that “Anyone seen celebrating the Nigeria flag Independence in Biafraland will regret his or her life.”  The group called upon regional governors and political leaders to abstain from participating in the exercise, affirming that no…

Daud Olatunji In celebration of Nigeria’s 63rd Independence Day, the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc extends its warm wishes to all Nigerians while reaffirming its unwavering commitment to the nation’s development and progress. Engineer Kingsley Achife, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of IBEDC, emphasized the importance of upholding the sacrifices and ideals of Nigeria’s founding fathers as guiding principles for a united and harmonious country.  He highlighted IBEDC’s dedication to contributing to national development through exceptional service delivery and the reduction of the metering gap within its franchise area. To ensure a seamless service during the public…

Aminat Gusanu In a remarkable gesture of commitment to education and community progress, The House of Emmanuel’s Foundation, spearheaded by Oluwasegun Emmanuel, presented scholarships to twenty outstanding students in Abeokuta, Ogun State.  The foundation, dedicated to empowerment, financial literacy, and education, recently conducted an examination for 420 students across the state. From this rigorous selection process, the top 20 students emerged as recipients of scholarships that will cover all their educational expenses, including school uniforms and bags, from SS1 through their WAEC exams. Additionally, the foundation bestowed a special award upon the best overall student, reinforcing its unwavering dedication to…

Afeez Adeniyi   In a heartwarming initiative, the Zakat and Zadaqat Foundation of Nigeria’s Back to School Project recently provided vital educational support to over 200 pupils in Abeokuta, Ogun State.  The event, which unfolded on Wednesday,, at the Nawarudeen Society Blue Roof Hall in Abeokuta, garnered significant attention from distinguished attendees, including  Professor Abayomi Arigbabu, Special Adviser to the Governor on Education, and Mrs. Temilade Tijani, representing the General Manager of Ogun State Broadcast Corporation (OGBC).  Prof. Arigbabu expressed the Ogun government’s unwavering commitment to supporting initiatives like this.  He emphasized that such projects are pivotal in reducing illiteracy levels…

The World Health Organisation has released 16 million dollars from the WHO Contingency Fund for Emergencies to tackle cholera. WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, said this during an online news conference. Ghebreyesus said that the organisation was providing essential supplies, coordinating the on-the-ground response with partners, supporting countries to detect, prevent and treat cholera, and informing people how to protect themselves. “To support this work, we have appealed for 160 million dollars, and we have released more than 16 million dollars from the WHO Contingency Fund for Emergencies. “But the real solution to cholera lies in ensuring everyone has access…