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15 CSOs Demand Resignation Of Acting CG Of Immigration

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3 years ago

August 18, 2023

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The Coalition of Civil Society for Rule of Law and Justice, representing 15 civil society organizations in Nigeria, has demanded the immediate resignation of the Acting Comptroller General of Immigration, Carol Adepoju Wura-Ola, citing violation of civil service rules.

The coalition argued that the planned six-month extension of Wura-Ola’s tenure is both illegal and unlawful.

“The Acting Comptroller General Immigration retired officially from the immigration service on the 31st of May 2023. The Immigration Act does not allow for retired personnel or those not in active service to head the agency,” said Nwogu Ndubisi, Convener of the Coalition, at a press conference in Abuja.

“Any extension is like extending the retirement age of someone in service, which is not possible unless the public service rule is changed.”

According to the Coalition, Wura-Ola’s initial appointment was also questionable.

“We were shocked when she was appointed to act as Comptroller General for three months, which we perceive as illegal when there are eminently qualified officers still in service.

“Since the deed is done, she can only act as Comptroller General for three months and nothing more,” Ndubisi elaborated.

The Convener also warned of the implications of such a move.

“If this is allowed, it will set a bad precedent. As a coalition, we will take all lawful action to stop this illegality if Carol Adepoju Wura-Ola doesn’t take the path of honour, resign, and quit the stage as Acting Comptroller General by the end of August 2023,” he declared.

The controversy began when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed Wura-Ola as Acting Comptroller General on the day of her retirement, the 31st of May 2023.

The Coalition believes the President was not adequately briefed about her retirement status. However, the planned six-month extension of her appointment after an initial three-month term has raised further concern.

“If she couldn’t manage the service in three months post-retirement, what can she achieve in six months?

“This move by those at the corridors of power leaves more to be desired. That’s why Mr President needs to know what some of his lieutenants are not telling him,” Ndubisi questioned.

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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1 hour ago

May 6, 2026

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Lazio midfielder, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is a subject of interest from three Premier League clubs, according to Sky Sports.

Lazio reportedly rejected offers from Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth for the Nigeria international in January.

La Biancolesti are bracing for more interest in Dele-Bashiru ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Sky Sports.

The 24-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Serie A club.

The attacking midfielder joined the Rome-based club from Turkish Super Lig outfit Hatayspor in 2024.

He has been a regular feature for Lazio this season.

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Xenophobic Attacks: Nigerian Students To Picket MTN, MultiChoice, Other Businesses

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2 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS South-West Zone D, has announced plans to picket South African companies in Nigeria following the ongoing xenophobic attacks in the country.

DAILY POST reports that some Nigerians were recently killed in South Africa over the violent attacks.

A statement issued to newsmen by Comrade Adeyemo Josiah Kayode, Coordinator, NANS South-West, Zone D, said that the association is mobilizing to take decisive and lawful action by organizing peaceful picketing and mass advocacy against South African business interests operating in Nigeria.

“We categorically state that the continued targeting of Nigerians under any guise is unacceptable and must come to an immediate end.

“This will include major corporations such as MTN Group and MultiChoice Group. It is morally indefensible for businesses to thrive in an environment where the lives of Nigerians are protected, while Nigerians are subjected to fear and violence elsewhere.

“This contradiction will no longer be tolerated,” the statement said.

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N5m, N10m Zero-interest Loans: SheVentures Opens Applications For Women Entrepreneurs

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4 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has opened a new round of applications for its SheVentures proposition, offering zero-interest loans of up to ₦10 million to women entrepreneurs to ease access to working capital and support business growth.

The facility provides loans ranging from ₦500,000 to ₦5 million under a general category, and ₦5 million to ₦10 million for sector-specific businesses, with funding capped at up to 50% of an applicant’s average monthly turnover.

At the centre of the offering is a 0% interest rate, with all charges embedded in a transparent structure.

Repayment is structured over four or six months, allowing businesses to match obligations with their cash flow cycles.

Yemisi Edun, Managing Director and Chief Executive of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), said the initiative reflects a deliberate approach to inclusive growth.

“Inclusive growth requires access to capital and the right conditions for businesses to deploy that capital effectively.

“Women-led enterprises are critical to economic activity, yet they face structural barriers.

This intervention aims to help close that gap by providing financing that supports job creation, business expansion, and long-term sustainability for women entrepreneurs.”

“Access to affordable finance remains a major constraint for women entrepreneurs,” said Nnenna Jacob-Ogogo, Group Head, SheVentures and Impact Segments at First City Monument Bank (FCMB).

“By removing the cost barrier and offering quick, flexible funding, this zero-interest loan is designed to safeguard existing jobs, enable businesses to invest in growth initiatives, and foster resilience in challenging economic conditions.”

Women-owned businesses account for a significant share of Nigeria’s small and medium-sized enterprises but continue to face high borrowing costs and limited access to credit.

Through these efforts, SheVentures tackles persistent financing gaps facing women-led businesses, combining targeted funding with broader support to empower women entrepreneurs, encourage business innovation, and enhance their ability to compete on a national scale.

Applications for the zero-interest loan are now open.Apply now.