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Bayelsa Warns Against Violation Of Anti-grazing Law

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1 year ago

March 19, 2025

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Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has warned that anyone who breaks the state’s Anti-Grazing Law will face serious punishment.

Diri said this is to protect the lives and property of the people.

The governor, represented by his deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, spoke on Wednesday at Government House, Yenagoa.

He met with local government chairmen, traditional rulers, and community leaders from six areas affected by herdsmen.

He explained that the law was made to prevent violent clashes between herders and farmers, which have caused deaths and destruction in different parts of the country.

Diri condemned recent reports of a woman from the Amarata community in Yenagoa being raped by some herders on her farm and another woman being killed in Ogbia.

He urged traditional rulers and local government chairmen to take control of their areas and enforce the law to maintain peace.

The governor also called on youth leaders, community development committees, and women leaders to be alert and report any security threats to the authorities.

Diri instructed all local government chairmen to form enforcement committees for the Anti-Grazing Law and submit the names of committee members within three days to the Office of the Secretary to the State Government.

He said, “By Friday, all local government chairmen must submit their anti-grazing committee members to the SSG’s office. We are in a semi-emergency situation and must act fast.

“From now on, traditional rulers must monitor their areas and report to the government. If you fail to report and we find out, you will be invited by the police. Keeping your community safe is your responsibility.”

He reminded everyone that the Anti-Grazing Law was still in place and that, despite his peaceful nature, he would not allow herdsmen to invade Ijaw land.

“No part of Ijaw land has ever been conquered. Our ancestors left us free land, and it is our duty to protect it and pass it on to our children the same way.”

The Secretary to the State Government, Nimibofa Ayawei, stressed the importance of communities working together with the state government to stop open grazing, which is not allowed in the state.

The Chairman of the State Traditional Rulers Council, King Bubaraye Dakolo, and the Paramount Ruler of Igbogene Community, Prof. Augustine Ekein, advised the government to prevent herders from entering the state by strengthening security at entry points.

They also said reporting herdsmen’s presence was not enough. Strong action must be taken against those who break the law.

The Paramount Ruler of Edepie Community, Chief Shadrach Etidie, shared how his community suffered when the police punished them for trying to stop herders. He urged security agencies to support communities in enforcing the Anti-Grazing Law.

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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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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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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.