Author: Platform Times Newspaper

A senior aide to the President, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, has accused former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi of exacerbating ethnic and religious tensions to further his political agenda. He said the action marks a concerning departure from previous election campaigns in Nigeria.  Onanuga made these remarks during an interview on the live podcast ‘Mic On’ hosted by Seun Okinbaloye. According to Onanuga, Obi’s campaign tactics introduced a dangerous precedent in Nigerian politics by stoking ethnic and religious sentiments.  He highlighted the detrimental impact of such divisive strategies on the electoral process and national unity, emphasizing the need for responsible…

 Daud Olatunji Operatives from the Ondo State Police Command have apprehended an Islamic cleric, Oluwafemi Idris, along with two other individuals, Oluawo and Babatunde Kayode, for allegedly being in possession of human body parts. According to police reports, the suspects were found in possession of three human heads, along with other body parts, which they purportedly intended to use for ritualistic purposes.  The arrests came following information received from a reliable source, prompting law enforcement to take action. Mrs. Funmilayo Odunlami, the Police Public Relations Officer for the state, shed light on the operation, stating that a search conducted at…

A member of the House of Representatives representing Abeokuta South, Hon. Afolabi Moruf Afuape, has commenced the distribution of food palliatives.  PLATFORM TIMES reports that the initiative, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, aims to support the constituents. Expressing gratitude to attendees including the Council of Baales, the Community Development Council (CDC), Student Representatives, People With Disabilities (PWD), and the Ogun Progressives Movement (OPM), Hon. Afuape reaffirmed his dedication to enhancing the welfare of the people.  He emphasized the importance of equitable distribution of the provided rice, beans, and additional garri, stressing that these provisions…

Daud Olatunji Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, issued a stark warning about the dangers of bad governance, stressing its potential to dismantle even the most economically viable nations.  Speaking at the Public Presentation of the book “In Brotherhood We Stand: A Roadmap for the Rebirth of a Fragmented Nation,” authored by Chris Okoye, Obasanjo highlighted the urgent need for structural reforms to fortify Nigeria’s democratic institutions and practices. Obasanjo’s remarks, delivered at the ceremony in Enugu, Enugu State, underscored the profound impact of governance on a nation’s economic stability.  The former president said this in a statement issued by…

In a bid to catapult Nigeria into the forefront of the global vehicle manufacturing industry, Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Doris Uzoka-Anite, has announced plans to initiate local vehicle production in the country .  The declaration came during the unveiling of the Nigeria Automotive Industry Development Plan, a landmark initiative aimed at positioning Nigeria as a key player in vehicle manufacturing over the next decade. Addressing stakeholders from both the private and public sectors at a high-profile event on Friday, Minister Uzoka-Anite emphasized the strategic importance of the automotive industry development plan. She said  “Nigeria possesses the essential ingredients…

In a shocking incident at the bustling Arakale Market in Akure, Ondo State, a trader met his untimely demise at the hands of a yet-to-be-identified soldier.  The altercation, believed to have stemmed from a dispute over services rendered, escalated into a fatal stabbing on Saturday. According to reports, tensions flared when the soldier demanded a refund for what he deemed unsatisfactory service from the deceased trader.  Eyewitnesses revealed that the disagreement quickly escalated, leading to a violent confrontation resulting in the trader being fatally stabbed. The tragic event incited outrage among the deceased trader’s colleagues, prompting a protest within the…

The Rivers State House of Assembly has issued a stern warning to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, accusing him of breaching the Presidential Peace Accord and threatening to resume impeachment proceedings if the alleged violations persist. Speaker of the House, Martin Amaewhule, alongside 26 assembly members, conveyed the assembly’s stance during a press briefing held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Saturday. In a communique read out by Speaker Amaewhule, the lawmakers denounced Governor Fubara’s purported dishonesty, emphasizing their commitment to upholding the constitution.  They highlighted the governor’s failure to fulfill his obligations under the Presidential Peace Accord, which he willingly endorsed…

The National Examinations Council (NECO) says it has concluded arrangements to conduct the Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSCE) Internal in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This follows the successful accreditation of Nigeria International School, Jeddah, by a delegation led by the Minister of State for Education, Dr Yusuf Sununu and the Registrar of NECO, Prof. Dantani Wushishi. A statement signed by the Acting Director, Directorate of Information and Digital Communication of NECO, Azeez Sani on Saturday, said during the visit, the delegation undertook an assessment of the school facilities. Sununu in his address, enjoined the staff and students of the…

The Federal Government has approved the disbursement of N25 billion through the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) to bolster healthcare infrastructure in states. Prof. Muhammed Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, made this known on Saturday in Abuja at the sixth meeting of the BHCPF Ministerial Oversight Committee. Pate said that the funds were designated for direct facility financing and workforce incentives across states. The minister said that the initiative was in line with President Bola Tinubu’s agenda and commitment to improving healthcare outcomes for Nigerian women, children, and vulnerable populations. He said that the disbursement…

The political landscape in Kaduna State is heating up as Bashir El-Rufai, son of former governor Nasir El-Rufai, launches a scathing attack on Governor Uba Sani, accusing him of evading responsibility and surrounding himself with incompetent aides.  The feud intensified following Governor Sani’s revelation of inheriting a substantial debt burden from the previous administration during a town hall meeting held on Saturday. Governor Sani candidly disclosed the staggering debt load of $587 million, along with ₦85 billion and 115 contractual obligations from Nasir El-Rufai’s tenure, lamenting its detrimental impact on the state’s finances. He said that  despite the challenges, Sani…