Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, the representative of Ondo South, has made a bold assertion that the passing of former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu has significantly strengthened his bid to become the next governor of Ondo State. Senator Ibrahim said this while speaking with newsmen  in Akure on Thursday, dispelling any notions that Akeredolu’s death might impede his political ambitions.  On the contrary, he confidently stated that it presents an opportunity to increase his chances of success in both the primary and governorship elections. He said “maybe the death of Aketi has enhanced my chances because Aketi is a human being; he can…

In a heart-wrenching incident on Wednesday evening, a 43-year-old Nigerian sales representative, Mikail Osundiji, employed by a multinational manufacturing company, lost his life while engrossed in the semi-final showdown between Nigeria and South Africa in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Osundiji, a father of two from Osun State, reportedly suffered a fatal shock when the central referee disallowed Nigeria’s second goal against South Africa, scored by striker Victor Osimhen.  Witnesses at the Federal Housing Estate (FHE) football viewing center in Olomoore, Abeokuta, revealed that Osundiji, who showed no signs of illness earlier, suddenly gasped heavily, bowed his head, and collapsed on the…

In a significant move, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has endorsed the creation of a Permanent Joint Commission between Nigeria and Benin Republic.  The nod came during a meeting in Abuja on Wednesday, where the Nigeria Advocacy Group for the Establishment of a Permanent Joint Commission presented their case. Led by Ambassador Oguntuase Kayode, Chairman of the group’s Governing Board, the delegation discussed the importance of revitalizing the existing Nigeria-Benin Joint Commission, which had slowed down in 2014.  Minister Tuggar acknowledged its organic resurgence, highlighting the bilateral efforts between the two nations. “This initiative involving the private…

In a significant legal development, the Akwa Ibom State High Court in Uyo has mandated the Commissioner of Police, Waheed Adedamola, to apprehend Henry Edet Unung, a father of three, and remand him in the Uyo Correctional Centre for a month.  This stern action comes in response to Unung’s persistent failure to fulfill his parental responsibilities towards his own children. The court, presided over by Justice Ntong Ntong, issued this order while delivering a ruling on a case brought before it by the respondent’s wife and mother of the three children.  Justice Ntong emphasized that the court had previously directed…

In a heartwarming turn of events, 62-year-old Mrs. Fummi Akinade has joyously given birth to a baby boy at the StrongTower Hospital and Advanced Fertility Centre in Lagos.  This miraculous arrival follows a remarkable 31-year journey of marriage without children. The baby, conceived through In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF), made his entrance into the world on Tuesday via a caesarian section at 37 weeks.  Mrs. Akinade shared her emotional story, revealing that this success came after three previous IVF attempts elsewhere had unfortunately failed. Speaking with gratitude and joy, Mrs. Akinade expressed her deep faith in God, acknowledging the unwavering support…

DR.GBENGA ADEOYE In the city of Abuja on Wednesday, 7th February 2024, I was surprised at the way the motorways was deserted and areas known for heavy traffic after close of work had unusual free flow of traffic. So I began to ask these questions; 1. What happened? Why is this road so free.? 2. I ask those questions and my driver as well as my cousin in the car spoke excitedly that today is Nigeria v South Africa, and it was already a little after 6pm and Match was ongoing, hence, the sudden change of situation on the…

Daud Olatunji Inspector-General of Police, Kayode  Egbetokun, has lauded the integrity of SP Rilwan Kasumu and his team from the police tactical unit attached to Area K, Marogbo, Lagos State Command, for refusing a ₦4 million bribe during the investigation of a drug peddling and ammunition possession case. PLATFORM TIMES reports that on February 6, 2024, the team apprehended Esther Newman Obiekezie, 42, also known as Candy, at her residence on No 6, Mojirade Street, Ilogbo Lagos. PLATFORM TIMES gathered from the statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer,ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, that the  arrest yielded a significant quantity of…

In a harrowing ordeal, the families of the abducted pupils and teachers from Apostolic Faith Group of Schools, Emure-Ekiti, have expressed relief as the kidnapped victims were freed last Sunday. The school bus, carrying five pupils, four staff members, and the driver to Eporo-Ekiti, fell prey to gunmen on January 29, who later demanded a ransom of N100 million. The families, in collaboration with the private school’s management, mobilized efforts to secure the release of their loved ones. The kidnappers, relenting from their initial demand, settled for N15 million. A parent, preferring anonymity, revealed that community members, both local and…

In a bid to foster a culture of love and appreciation, Wema Bank launched its much-anticipated 2024 Love Adventure campaign .  Themed ‘Your Love Adventure Is Possible With ALAT,’ the initiative aims to spread love among internal and external stakeholders while providing customers with various rewards and opportunities through its digital platform, ALAT. From a staggering N9,000,000 cash prize in the Wema Bank 5 for 5 Promo Season 3 to a 10% discount on all GAC cars, the campaign promises an array of exciting rewards.  ALAT customers can also enjoy free prepaid gift cards worth N10,000, car loans, device loans…

In a resolute stance against what it  deem an unjust removal, the Ifo Community Consultative Forum has issued a strong rebuke over the abrupt ousting of  Olakunle Taiwo Oluomo as the Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly. The  community in its statement, signed by Alhaji Waheed Adekunle, Secretary of the organisation expressed  profound displeasure on behalf of the people of Ifo Community. The forum criticised the perceived high-handed manner in which  Oluomo was removed, emphasising its  contention with the gestapo-like tactics employed and the lack of concrete evidence to support the reasons behind the decision. Highlighting Ogun State’s…