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Call For Sen. Imasuen’s Recall: Group Tackles Omobude, Uwangue

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2 years ago

February 21, 2024

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A civil society organisation – People’s Defender Advocate has passed a vote of confidence on Senator representing Edo South Senatorial District at the Red Chamber, Neda Imasuen, saying he has been duly carrying out his legislative duties.

This followed a letter said to be written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) by Leftist Omobude Agho and Commrade Ezeimwenghian Uwangue under the auspices of ‘Concerned Citizens of Edo South Senatorial District’.

In the said letter written and signed by the due, and also a video by Left Agho, they were said to have called for the recall of Senator Imasuen on ground that he has not been performing well as a legislator.

Addressing newsmen in Benin on Wednesday, Executive Director, People’s Defender Advocate, Bishop Osadolor Anthony Ochei, said the due are known for human rights activism in Edo State, but for this bid to recall the Senator, it was not in the interest of the civil society family.

“Distinguish Senator Neda Imasuen has been performing the duties of a legislator which he was elected to do at the red chambers and members of People’s Defender
Advocate hereby passes a vote of implicit confidence on distinguished Senator Neda Imasuen for his legislative sagacity,” he said.

“As a brother in the struggle, I want to advise Leftist Omobude Agho and Commrade Ezeimwenghian Uwangue and his co-travellers that they need the signatures of those
whose names are in the register, those alive in every pulling unit, those that are dead whose names have not been removed from the voters register, those that have relocated out of Nigeria and those that are currently in admission in the hospital to be able to recall a senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“He and is co-travellers have a right as a person to make a statement for themselves, but not on behalf of civil right organisations in Edo State as they have not been
elected to do so.

“This is a journey of shame and civil society organisations in Edo State are not part of this evil self seeking journey,” he added.

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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3 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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4 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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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.