Author: Platform Times Newspaper

Work has  reportedly  commenced on the long-awaited 107-kilometre Ilara-Ijoun-Eggua-Oja Odan-Ilase road, a major infrastructure project in Ogun West Senatorial District. A statement issued by Chief Kayode Odunaro, Media Adviser to Senator Adeola on Sunday and made available to PLATFORM TIMES revealed that contractors have begun construction on Section 1 of the road, which  he said has been a longstanding priority for Senator Solomon Adeola (APC, Ogun West), who facilitated its inclusion in the 2024 federal budget. The statement further read that the  road cuts through four local government areas—Imeko Afon, Yewa North, Ipokia, and Yewa South—and is a crucial…

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 1 Brigade have arrested a suspected notorious bandit leader and arms dealer, Bako Wurgi, also known as Baka NaGarba, who is allegedly connected to the abduction and murder of Isa Bawa, the late Emir of Gobir in Sokoto State. The arrest, which followed weeks of surveillance and intelligence gathering, took place on December 14 around 10 p.m. in Shinkafi town, Zamfara State. Wurgi was reportedly receiving treatment for injuries sustained during a clash with a rival group. The troops intercepted him at a hospital, where he was found with multiple cuts and gunshot wounds. The…

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has revealed that the 10th House passed 89 bills addressing critical governance, security, and economic issues within its first year. He disclosed this on Saturday during a workshop organized for the House of Representatives Press Corps in Kaduna. Abbas, reflecting on the performance of the lawmakers over 17 months, described the achievements as significant, citing major legislative advancements across priority areas. “Our One-Year performance assessment scorecard reveals remarkable achievements, including passing 89 bills across our priority areas,” Abbas said. Some notable bills passed include the Electric Power Sector Reform (Amendment) Bill,…

Operatives of the Zone 2 Police Command have apprehended a 32-year-old man, Balogun Olamide Yusuf, for allegedly defrauding a visa seeker, Mrs. Kolawole Olorunjuwon, of N11 million under the guise of securing a Canadian visa. Yusuf, who posed as a travel agent, reportedly collected the money from the victim but failed to fulfill his promise. Instead, he allegedly converted the funds for personal use and went into hiding. Following a petition by Mrs. Olorunjuwon to the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Adegoke Fayoade, operatives of the Zone 2 Command launched an investigation, which led to Yusuf’s arrest at a hideout…

The University of Ilorin Alumni Association has urged the management of the institution to revoke the academic certificate of its former National President, Dr. Wale Fashakin, accusing him of impersonation and unethical conduct. The current President of the Association, while addressing the issue, alleged that Dr. Fashakin had continued to parade himself as the National President despite the expiration of his tenure. He also criticized Fashakin for attempting to exploit the Alumni Association for personal gain. “The academic certificate issued by the University of Ilorin is a testament to both learning and good character,” the President stated. “Anyone who acts…

The National President of the University of Ilorin Alumni Association, Professor Abdulrazaq Kilani, has emphasized the transformative power of education and the responsibilities of alumni towards societal development. Speaking during the Ogun State Chapter’s 2024 Annual General Meeting and the 2nd Taoreed Odedele Biennial Lecture, Kilani addressed key issues ranging from the value of education, rising concerns over “japa” (migration), the proliferation of First Class graduates, and controversies surrounding alumni leadership. Kilani dispelled claims that education is a scam, stating, “Education liberates you, offers the best opportunities, and uplifts societal hierarchy.Anyone calling education a scam is simply ignorant.” He urged…

The Federal Government has announced the successful prosecution and conviction of over 325 terrorists as part of its intensified counterterrorism efforts. According to a statement released by the National Counter Terrorism Centre under the Office of the National Security Adviser, the convictions were secured through the fifth and sixth phases of trials held at the Kainji Detention Facility. The Phase 5 trial, conducted in July 2024, addressed 143 cases, resulting in 125 convictions. Similarly, the Phase 6 trial, held from December 9 to 13, 2024, involved 237 cases, leading to 200 convictions. The sentences handed down ranged from death penalties…

In a commendable act of community development, Chief Dr. Mrs. Florence Mojisola Oni-Quadri, the Ibuso Aje of Egba land, has commenced the rehabilitation and grading of several roads within the Somorin-Alagbonmeta junction, Bajitas, Servation, Obadeyi, and surrounding areas of Hill-Top Ebamidupe Community Development Area (CDA) in Odeda Local Government, Ogun State. The ongoing project, which falls under the Irepolere Ogunji Area Community Development Council (CDC), has been warmly received by residents. According to Mr. Jiboku Oluseyi Ifeolu, the supervising manager of the project, the initiative was undertaken to ease the difficulties faced by community members due to the poor state…

Nigeria has made significant strides in servicing its debt to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), repaying $1.22bn within nine months, according to external debt service data from the Debt Management Office (DMO). The repayments, made as part of the principal for three consecutive quarters, cover the period from the fourth quarter of 2023 to the second quarter of 2024. A detailed breakdown of the payments shows that $401.73m was disbursed in Q4 2023, $409.35m in Q1 2024, and $404.24m in Q2 2024. These efforts have led to a substantial reduction in Nigeria’s IMF debt, which dropped by 64.42 per cent…

Wema Bank has unveiled its festive season campaign tagged ‘Wema 12 Days of Christmas’, designed to reward loyal customers with exciting prizes during the holiday season. The campaign, which offers an array of rewards including gadgets and shopping vouchers, underscores the bank’s commitment to celebrating and appreciating its customers. In a statement released by the financial institution, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Moruf Oseni, emphasized the importance of customer loyalty to the bank’s operations and its dedication to making the Yuletide season memorable for account holders. “We spread love and give back to customers who supported us throughout…