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*New district governor Owonikoko promises reform and growth Former National President of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, has called for stronger institutions, effective leadership and adherence to core values ​​as essential ingredients for sustainable development and lasting impact in Nigeria. Ganduje spoke in Abuja at the inauguration of Rotarian Sikiru Adetona Owonikoko as district governor of Rotary …

Post views: 30 By Kennedy Onwunali The Chairman of the Mbaise Policy Roundtable (MPR), Prof. Eddie Oparaoji, announced the rescheduling of the organization’s 2027 Annual Global Summit from Sunday, January 3 to Saturday, January 2, 2027. Oparaoji, in a statement, said the adjustment was necessary to ensure greater convenience for participants and invited guests expected at the annual meeting. …

No fewer than 44 medical graduates of the University of Ilorin have failed to begin compulsory house service almost a year after completing their studies following a dispute over quotas for their placement, raising fears that dozens of current final year medical students may suffer a similar fate. PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the affected graduates, who spent eight years studying …

By Ayo Kehinde Governor Seyi Makinde has linked the abduction of Oyo school teachers and pupils to his ambition to contest the presidency in the 2027 elections on the platform of the Allied People’s Party, APM. The victims were released from 56 days of captivity following a combined operation by security agencies, which led to the killing of some terrorists …

*Commercial bus drivers, motorists and traders say “exercise is not credible”; young people play football at the voting location The Edo Local Government Area elections, held on Saturday, were characterized by late arrival of election materials and low voter turnout in some polling stations.As at the official start of 8.30 am, accreditation and voting at most polling stations were also …

Post views: 27 Dear Lord, I would like to respectfully draw the attention of the NLO Board of Directors to the venue chosen for the 2025/2026 South-South and South-East playoffs. It was noted that the entire SS/SE playoff needed to take place *Aba, Abia State*. The concern is that one of the teams participating in the center is a …

The Ijebu Traditional Council on Friday endorsed the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Ogun State, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as YAYI, ahead of the 2027 governorship elections. The approval came during an advisory visit by the senator to the council at the palace of the late Awujale of Ijebuland in Ijebu-Ode. Adeola, accompanied by Governor …

The National President of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has lauded the efforts of the Federal Government which ultimately led to the release of the abducted pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of ​​Oyo State. Yilwatda, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Information, Abimbola Tooki, also congratulated all security agencies and …

“A government that spends more time explaining the opposition than explaining its results may already know where its real problem lies.” Nigeria is a fascinating country. Explain it to someone and watch them nod eagerly, only to confess moments later, “I still don’t get it.” If you claim to fully understand Nigeria, you are either a genius or no one …

Post views: 15 The modern architecture of the stadium undoubtedly adds value to the football infrastructure. A beautiful stadium facade enhances the appearance of the stadium, creates a strong first impression and gives fans a sense of pride. Crucially, the CAF stadium approval goes far beyond aesthetics. No matter how impressive a stadium’s exterior may be, the playing field …