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BEDC Donates Motorized Hand Washing Machines To Franchise States

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6 years ago

August 7, 2020

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As part of its corporate social responsibility, Benin Electricity Distribution Company, BEDC, has procured and donated over 100 motorized hand washing machines to the four states of its franchise.

Edo State received 30, Delta 30, Ekiti and Ondo received 20 of the motorized hand washing machines respectively.

Mr. Abel Emechaizam, chief head, BEDC, Edo State, while making delivering of the hand washing machines, noted that it is part of the distribution company’s relief packages in this COVID-19 pandemic to various states of its franchise.

He emphasized that the specialised hand washing machines are specifically for communities; Federal Government agencies; hospitals; markets; palaces; and other public places where people gather in large number.

Picture of donation to Federal Neo-psychaitric Hospital, Benin

” These hand washing machines are specifically for communities; Federal Government agencies; hospitals; markets; palaces, etc.

” This donation is just one of the first set we are presenting for this exercise, every other palliative will follow; this donation is a continuous exercise; a lot will follow.

” There are a lot of palliative we have for the public but this one is peculiar because we want members of the public to form an habit,” he said.

While urging members of the public to change their lives styles particularly in the practice of proper hygiene, Emechaizam noted that COVID-19 has become part of us and has come to stay.

On her part, Mrs. Felicia Nlemoha, head corporate social responsibility, BEDC, said the donation is a step further to show that the company is interested in the people and communities they serve.

According to her, safety is paramount to BEDC, and such has been identified, adding that, “the new habit, the new culture of hand washing and other hygienes is something we as people will encourage.”

Receiving the hand washing machines on behalf the management, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, UBTH, Professor Stanley, deputy chairman, Medical Adversory Committee of the hospital thanked BEDC management for the donation and urged other corporate organisations to join in the fight against the pandemic.

Donation to UBTH

Also receiving the washing machines at the Federal Neo-psychaitric Hospital, Acting Chief Medical Doctor of the Hospital, Dr. Imadfidon Agbonile said the donation was timely and appreciated, just as he added that the hospital needs more of it.

He added that the hospital needs more of medical consumables than ever before and called on other organisations to emulate BEDC.

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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5 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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6 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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8 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.