‘He’s Owing Me N4,500,’ Man Beats Neighbour To Death

One Ibrahim Lateef has reportedly been beaten to death by one of his neighbours over N4,500 in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The suspect, identified as Wasiu Oyekan, allegedly punched the deceased in the neck hence he fell, hitting his head on the ground. According to eyewitness, Oyekan accused the deceased’s son and one other boy of spoiling his Play Station video game while playing some time in August. READ ALSO How, Where She Died, Family Speaks On Alaba Lawson’s Death, Burial Plan Brentford Defeat Chelsea 2-0 At Stamford Bridge Lagos Reopens…

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How, Where She Died, Family Speaks On Alaba Lawson’s Death, Burial Plan

The death of Iyalode of Yorubaland, Alaba Lawson has been formally announced, while the burial arrangement will be made public soon. The announcement is contained in a statement obtained by Platforms Africa. The statement was signed by Media Adviser to the deceased, Dimeji Kayode-Adedeji, on behalf of the family. READ ALSO Brentford Defeat Chelsea 2-0 At Stamford Bridge Fans Not Happy, Chelsea Manager Speaks On Christmas Eve Fixture Lagos Reopens Alaba Int’l, Trade Fair Markets The statement confirmed that Lawson died at her residence located in Quarry area of Abeokuta,…

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Brentford Defeat Chelsea 2-0 At Stamford Bridge

Chelsea suffered another damaging home defeat as goals from Ethan Pinnock and Bryan Mbuemo gave Brentford the bragging rights with a 2-0 win in the west London derby on Saturday. The big spending Blues have won just one of their last 13 home Premier League games over the past two seasons and this latest setback punctures belief that Mauricio Pochettino was beginning to get Chelsea back on track. After a difficult start to Pochettino’s reign, back-to-back victories over Fulham and Burnley was followed by an impressive performance, even though they…

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Lagos Reopens Alaba Int’l, Trade Fair Markets

The Lagos State Government reopened Alaba International Market and some markets at the Trade Fair Complex, Ojo on Saturday. Platforms Africa reports that the Government shut the markets earlier because of improper waste management and other environmental infractions. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the markets were reopened after the environmental issues had been addressed. Wahab dismissed claims in some quarters that political motives were behind the closure of the markets and stressed that the step was taken to ensure a clean and healthy environment…

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4 Ways To Avoid Omo Onile’s Trouble When Buying Land In Lagos

You have been warned, Lagos top realtor Dennis Isong, as a part of Platforms Africa’s Solution Journalism series, pens useful tips on how potential landowners in Lagos won’t fall into the hole of hell already dug-out by land grabbers   Many individuals who have purchased or are considering purchasing land in Lagos express concerns about encountering omo-onile, which often hinders their decision. The negative experiences with these individuals have led some people to swear off buying land in Lagos altogether. It is highly probable that regardless of the location you…

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El Salvador Slams $1,000 Tax On Travelers From Africa

El Salvador has recently introduced a $1,000 fee for travelers coming from Africa, and India. El Salvador’s port authority has stipulated that travellers holding passports from India or any of the 50-plus African nations must pay this fee, with the collected funds allocated for the improvement of the country’s main international airport. The Government of President Nayib Bukele says it is working hard on modernization and expansion projects at the El Salvador International Airport, to provide a first-class service to all users and passengers who circulate through the air terminal.…

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BREAKING: Iyalode of Yorubaland, Alaba Lawson, Is Dead

Iyalode of Yorubaland, Chief Mrs. Alaba Lawson, is dead. Lawson who doubled as the Iyalode of Egbaland, was the past president of Abeokuta Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ABEOCCIMA) and NACCIMA. Executive Secretary of ABEOCCIMA, AbdulRahman Maku, confirmed the death in a statement received by Platforms Africa. Here, below, is the statement. “WE REGRET TO ANNOUNCE THE DEMISE OF NACCIMA PAST PRESIDENT & ABEOCCIMA MATRON / CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF TRUSTEES, IYALODE ALABA LAWSON, MFR, F.IoD, JP (IYALODE OF YORUBALAND) WHICH OCCURRED IN THE EARLY HOURS OF TODAY SATURDAY 28TH OCTOBER…

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