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Edo Attorney-General Takes Over Prosecution Of Husband Who Allegedly Assaulted Wife

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6 years ago

August 17, 2020

Edo State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Prof. (Mrs.) Yinka Omorogbe, on Monday took over the prosecution of a husband, Osamudiamen Odia, 29, who allegedly assaulted his wife, before an Oredo Magistrates’ court in Benin.

The defendant, on July 26, 2020 at Amagba community, in Benin reportedly intentionally drove his Mercedes ML Jeep recklessly to hit his wife, thereby causing her harm and also slapped her.

It was gathered that the application of taken over by the Attorney-General was as a result of the complainant not been satisfied with the count charge preferred against the defendant by the police.

Representative of the state Ministry of Justice, State Counsel, Mrs. Evelyn Okhuorobo, presented an application letter signed by prof. Omorogbe before the court to take over the case from the Commissioner of Police.

According to the letter, “ By the powers granted to me by Section 21(1) (b) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), I hereby take over COP vs Osamudiamen Odia matter.

” Kindly direct that the original case file be forwarded to us for opinion and possible prosecution “

Consequently, the presiding Magistrate, Mrs Osifo Ehigiegba adjured the case till Aug. 26, for hearing.

Recalls the state Police had on August 14, arraigned Odia before Magistrate Stephen Ugah of Evboriaria Magistrates’ court, Benin, for allegedly assaulting his wife, Becky Solo.

The case was later transferred to Oredo Magistrates’ court after plea has taken because his court lacks jurisdiction to entertained the case.

However, Ugah granted the defendant bail after he pleaded not guilty to the three count charge; bothering on assault , causing her harm and unlawful damage of her phone preferred against him.

The case was adjourned till Aug. 26, for hearing.

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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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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.