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Clark’s Burial: Preparation In Top Gear As Burutu LG Boss Inspects Venue

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12 months ago

May 10, 2025

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Preparation for the final and befitting burial for late elder statesman and Ijaw National Leader, Chief Edwin Clark, is at its peak in his country home – Kiagbodo, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State.

The community, the planning committee and the local government have put all needed to host dignitaries and mourners from across the country for the final rites of the respected leader.

Burial activities for the erstwhile leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum are already ongoing. In addition, a Boat Regatta, Port Harcourt Masquerade and Candlelight Memorial holds tomorrow , Sunday, May 11, 2025 in Yenagoa, Kiagbodo in Delta and in his Abuja residence.

On Monday, May 12, 2025, a Commendation Service will be held at the National Christian Centre, Abuja, at 8 am, while a Valedictory Court Session will hold simultaneously at High Court of Justice, Warri, Delta State by 10 am.

Clark’s body is expected to depart from Abuja to Yenagoa, Bayelsa State the same day (Monday, May 12,) at 10:30 am, and a Commendation Service will be held at Ijaw House, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, from 1:3pm to 2:30 pm.

The body, thereafter, departs to Warri, Delta State by 2:30 pm where a lying in state is expected to be held at No. 5, Swamp Road, Warri, Delta from 6:30 pm to 7 pm. At 7:30 pm, his body departs to Kiagbodo Town, Delta State, for a Service of Songs and an all-night vigil at Kiagbodo Town, Delta State.

On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, lying in state will also be held at Edwin Clark University, Kiagbodo Town, Delta State by 10 am to 10:30 am, and by 10:30 to 11:00am, a Commendation Service at Edwin Clark University, Kiagbodo, Delta State. At 11 am, a Funeral service will be held, and a reception will be held by 1 pm, while internment and an all-night will start by 5 pm. On Sunday, May 18, 2025, there will be a Thanksgiving Service.

Inspecting venue for the burial at Kiagbodo, Chairman, Burutu Local Government Council, Hon. Julius Takeme, expressed satisfaction with the progress of work, just as he commended the efforts of the organising team and workers on site.

Dr. Takeme, who was accompanied by Delta State Commissioner for Housing, and Chairman of the Burial Venue Committee, Hon. Godknows Angele, said the visit to the venue was aimed at assessing the state of readiness of key facilities for the burial.

He added that he visited the venue to ensure that arrangements are in place for a dignified and well-organised ceremony.

The Council Boss lauded the coordination and commitment of those involved in the preparations.

He assured that all logistics would be completed in good time to honour the legacy of late Clark.

Among the areas inspected were the main burial arena, the church slated for the final funeral rites, and the designated parking space for invited dignitaries.

Workers were observed mounting canopies, setting up chairs, and grading roadways to ease access to the venue.

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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6 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.