Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame Is New NAF Spokesperson

Ganiyu Amodu

The Nigerian Air Force has announced the appointment of Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame as its new spokesperson. He takes over from Air Vice Marshal Olusola Akinboyewa, who previously held the position. A statement on Thursday by the Deputy Director of Public Relations and Information, Group Captain Kabir Ali, stated that Ejodame is a seasoned officer with vast experience in logistics, strategic planning, and defence management. 192 Bag First Class As LASU Holds 28th Convocation NAEC Welcomes Ojulari’s Appointment, Congratulates New Board of NNPC Ltd The statement added, “Ejodame is a…

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192 Bag First Class As LASU Holds 28th Convocation

ADEOLA YUSUF

Professor Ibiyemi Ibilola Olatunji-Bello, Vice Chancellor, Lagos State University (LASU) has disclosed that a total of 192 students will graduate with first class during its 28th Convocation Ceremony for the 2023/2024 academic session. She disclosed this in a press conference on Thursday to herald the 28th Convocation ceremony. The VC noted that 8,711 students will be graduating with first degree programmes from the university with 192 first class honours and 17 with unclassified (MBSS/BDS) Degrees, 3076 to graduate with second class upper division, 4397 with second class lower division, 990…

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NAEC Welcomes Ojulari’s Appointment, Congratulates New Board of NNPC Ltd

Abibat Babalola

Highest body of journalists in the Nigeria’s energy sector, Association of Energy Correspondents of Nigeria (NAEC), has officially congratulated Engineer Bayo Ojulari on his appointment as the new Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC Ltd). President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Wednesday, April 2, announced the appointment of Ojulari and a new board for NNPC Ltd with a dissolution of the old board taking immediate effect. Reacting to the news, NAEC in a statement signed by its Chairman, Ugo Amadi, welcomed Ojulari’s appointment, maintaining that…

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‘It’s Fake,’ CBN Reacts As Report On N10k, N5k Banknotes Goes Viral

Abibat Babalola

  The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has dismissed as false a circulating report claiming that it has introduced new N5,000 and N10,000 banknotes to enhance cash transactions. Platforms Africa reports that the apex bank, in a post on its official X handle, formerly Twitter, said, “The content is not from the Central Bank of Nigeria. Kindly note that the official website of the CBN is cbn.gov.ng.” A statement from the CBN’s communications department further clarified, “The only official sources for releasing statements to the media are our website or…

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‘N950/Litre In Abuja, N925/Litre In Lagos,’ NNPC Unveils Petrol New Prices

Abibat Babalola

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has increased the price of premium motor spirit, also known as petrol, to N950 per litre in Abuja. Platforms Africa reports that the national oil firm raised the price of the product from the previous price of N880 per litre. At the NNPC retail outlet in Federal Housing, Kubwa, Salient Times observed that the price of the product rose by N70. In Lagos, the price of the product increased to N925 per litre — from N860 — at the Ago Palace Way and…

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‘One Post, 1.7 Million Views,’ Platforms Africa’s Ratings Soar

Damilola Olonade

. ‘You have the most creative content presentation in the industry. Your Integrity, unique journalism style make me re-read stories I have read on other channels,” What Editors, Scholars, Professionals, Others Wrote On strides by the leading media group . ‘Our Readers, Our unique Strength,’ Team Lead Platforms Africa dedicates feats to readers, Speaks on how media group was established at Wits University, South Africa   The ratings of Platforms Africa, leading Africa-focused media group, have soared with a single post hitting a new celling of 1.7 million views. The…

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Lagosians Sleep In Traffic, Govt Makes U-Turn, Reopens Closed Bridge

Damilola Olonade

  “Left Island Wednesday, Arrived Mainland Thursday,” Lagosians Narrate Terrible Traffic Experience   Following the heavy traffic that occurred on the first day of the closure of Independence Bridge (Ahmadu Bello Way-Marina bound) to vehicular traffic on Wednesday, the Federal Government has announced its immediate re-opening. This came as some Lagosians who work on the Island got home on Thursday morning after the leaving their offices on Wednesday’s evening in a trip that is not more than 30 minutes. Platforms Africa reports that one of Lagos residents, Okwy Onyia, who…

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‘Fiery Istanbul Derby,’ Mourinho Grabs Galatasaray Manager’s Nose After Defeat

Ganiyu Amodu

Jose Mourinho grabbed opposition manager Okan Buruk’s face amid wild scenes at the end of Fenerbahce’s 2-1 Turkish Cup defeat against rivals Galatasaray. Mourinho appeared to pinch Buruk’s nose following the final whistle, with the Galatasaray boss falling to the pitch and holding his face in his hands. Buruk was lying on his back as former Chelsea and Manchester United boss Mourinho was dragged away from the remarkable flashpoint. Mourinho had just seen his side crash out of the quarter-finals of the Turkish Cup after Victor Osimhen sent Galatasaray on…

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King Who Died Inside The Honey Pot, By Funke Egbemode

Funke Egbemode

When Prince Amuniwaiye ascended the throne of his fathers, it looked like he would do well. Oyo had looked forward to a new era after the departure of Gberu, Amuniwaiye’s father who was ‘convinced’ to put an end to his own life. Unfortunately, lion’s cub will never go to the abode of a sheep to feed. The new Alaafin’s story was no better than his father’s. The only difference was the mode of death. Alaafin Amuniwaiye had a ‘medicine man’, a Special Adviser on spiritual matters called Olukoyisi. Olukoyisi, afraid…

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20/48: Marinho To Ojulari, Tale of 20 Managing Directors In NNPC 48 Years’ History

Ganiyu Amodu

With the appointment of Engineer Bayo Ojulari as the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), the number of helmsmen at the multi-billion dollars oil company hit 20. Bayo Ojulari; 10 Quick Facts About NNPC Ltd New GCEO Mele Kyari Sacked, Ojulari In As Tinubu Stirs Major Shakeup At NNPC Platforms Africa presents the full name and tenure of the twenty oil men that have sat at the most coveted seat at the NNPC. 1. Remilekun Marinho (1977-1980) 2. Odoliyi Lolomari (1980-1981) 3.…

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