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Anambra Awards 2-IN-1 Urban Regeneration Projects At Chinua Achebe International Airport

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1 year ago

March 5, 2025

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As part of the ongoing urban renewal initiative of Governor Charles Soludo’s government, the Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) awarded the contract for the 2-IN-1 Urban Regeneration Projects at the Chinua Achebe International Airport, Umueri for transformation.

In a release by the State’s Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, the Council has approved the renewal project of Zhontiang Construction Company, as well as the bumper car building, drivers’ lounge, and covered walkway at the Solution Fun City, in Awka, the state capital.

This stems from Soludo’s ongoing regeneration drive and in his infrastructure and transformation agenda of Anambra state, which many towns and communities have benefited from.

The governor’s infrastructural advancement has been extended to Orumba South Local Government Area (LGA) by constructing a massive 40.6 km road project in the LGA.

He has transformed Okpoko, once the largest urban slum in the east of the Niger into a model of urban development.

The governor has also commenced the construction of the ongoing 10.6km road project along the Uga-Oty-Obizi and Uga-Nkpologwu roads in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State. This is part of the awarded 46.9km road network, with 36.3km already completed, which connects different communities.

Earlier, Governor Soludo transformed Ekwulobia, one of the major towns in Anambra State, into a cosmopolitan city with modern infrastructure as part of his government’s transformation initiative.

Soludo’s developmental initiatives, beyond the state capital, reach into the heart of rural communities, ensuring that they experience progress and prosperity.

This demonstrates Soludo’s dedication to building a connected, inclusive Anambra. His focus on uplifting every part of Anambra, especially those often left behind, is making a real difference and earning the admiration of the people of the state.

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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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.