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DMO Opens FG Savings Bond Subscription At 18.06%

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2 years ago

April 3, 2024

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The Debt Management Office has opened subscriptions for two Federal Government’s savings bonds, each priced at N1,000 per unit at 17.06 and 18.046 per cent, respectively.

It disclosed this in a statement accessed on its website by PUNCH on Wednesday.

The DMO offered a two-year savings bond expected to mature on April 9, 2026, at 17.046 per cent per year.

This bond is designed for retail investors and offers guaranteed quarterly interest payments along with repayment of the principal at maturity.

The second is a three-year savings bond due to mature on April 9, 2027, at an interest rate of 18.046 per cent.

Similar to the two-year bond, this option also provides quarterly interest payments and principal repayment.

DMO is a government agency established to centrally coordinate the management of Nigeria’s debt.

Investor interest in the FGN Savings Bond has been on the rise, with a 19.3 per cent Year-on-year increase in subscription value, reaching N17.9bn by the end of December 2023, largely due to favorable interest rates.

These savings bonds, like all government securities, are backed by the full faith and credit of the federal government. They also qualify as securities under the Trustees Investment Act.

Additionally, they meet the criteria for tax exemption and are considered government securities according to the Company Income Tax Act and Personal Income Tax Act.

The bonds are listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited and serve as liquid assets for banks’ liquidity ratio calculations.

The subscription period for these bonds began on April 1, 2024, and it will close by April 5, 2024.

The settlement date is April 9, 2024, while the coupon payment dates are as follows: Quarterly – July 9, October 9, January 9, and April 9.

The DMO noted that “the minimum subscription is N5,000, with multiples of N1,000 thereafter, up to a maximum of N50 million. Interest is paid quarterly, and the principal is repaid as a bullet payment upon maturity.”

Earlier, DMO initiated the subscription process for two-year and three-year Federal Government of Nigeria bonds for March 2024 with an interest rate of up to 16.097 per cent.

This announcement was made in a statement on the DMO’s official website. The subscription period is set to last for five days, running from March 4 to March 8, 2024.

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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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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.