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AAU Crisis: Student Caretaker Committee Demands Publication Of Fees Payable, Immediate Resumption Of Dialogue

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3 years ago

September 14, 2023

The newly constituted Caretaker Committee for the Student Union of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, has made its first official and public statement demanding, among other things, the immediate publication of fees payable by all eligible students of the university.

In its maiden statement issued on Thursday, 14th, September, 2023 and jointly signed by Ogbewi Liberty and Idahosa John Omoh, Chairman and Secretary-General, respectively, the Caretaker Committee said we “wish to state that all activities leading to the dissolution of the Student Union Government (SUG) and the setting up of the Caretaker Committee are regrettable. However, out of this, we must forge a new direction of mature engagement and genuine reconciliation.”

To this effect, the Caretaker Committee declared that “our immediate focus is to heal wounds, mend fences and to resolve disputes in the interest of all the students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma.

“We strongly believe that as students, we must be united in the manner of making demands and realizing what we want. Accordingly, we have chosen a genuine path and shall be committed to the course of dialogue.”

The Caretaker Committee then made a 3-point demand for immediate attention and implementation by the University Management. These demands include: “the publication of all payable fees and add-ons in Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, to avoid speculations and misinformation.

“We request the immediate resumption of dialogue with the University Management to address issues of contention.

“We appeal to the University Senate to reopen the University within 72 hours.”

The Caretaker Committee said “While we regard our appointments as a call to service, we also want to assure all students that we shall be responsibly fair and just in all our dealings.

“We therefore appeal for calm and decorum on the part of our students,” the Caretaker Committee said.

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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4 hours 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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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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6 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.