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Edo: Church Founder’s Son Raises Alarm Over Alleged Deviation From Father’s Vision

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3 years ago

August 24, 2023

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The first son of the founder of the Christ Apostolic Church of God Mission (CACGM) Rev. Emmanuel Ogbonmwan, has alleged that the current leadership of the church has deviated from the principles of the founder of the church, late Apostle (Dr) Samuel Enoragbon Ogbonmwan.

Ogbonmwan, who is currently a district pastor in the church, stated this in a chat with newsmen shortly after a ceremony to mark the 16th year anniversary of the death of his late father and the second anniversary of the death of his mother, late Deaconess Grace Ogbonmwan.

He said though he expected the new leadership of the church to correct some of these things, so much has gone wrong to the extent that some leaders of the church now feed on the sweat of his late father without recourse to himself and his siblings.

He said: “He (father) was not a man that cut corners. He would tell you how it is and he tried as much as possible to inculcate that in the lives of those who were with him particularly his children.

“But looking at what is happening right now, favouritism has crept in and it is not going to help at all. In 2021, when my mother died, I became sick after the burial, and during the period, many things happened and I saw a lot of things that ought not to have been. It is quite unfortunate that today, a lot of people are shying away from the truth.

“I don’t think I am selfish, my father is the founder of this mission, you lied that I am a member of the BoT but going through the Corporate Affairs Commission records, there was nothing to prove that.

“I also know that there is a deliberate refusal to pay annual returns to the CAC, thereby making the mission’s status inactive. The church’s properties and assets are being sold off without due consultation with relevant stakeholders and many other infractions.

“Whatever is happening right now is not ideal, it is not authentic.

“So, I would have loved a system whereby things will be put in right perspective and we know where we are going.

“My message to members is that I want the members to know what is actually going on. If we are saying we stand for truth, let it be truth, not a feeble and a system that doesn’t add up.

“To me, that is not how the church ought to be operated. I have just said a little, so many things have happened. Those who stand by the truth; they know what is happening; they know what is going on and they would know that the notices are not right and I want things to be right. That is where I stand.”

However, an elder of the church who does not want his name mentioned because he’s not authorized to speak for the church said: “The founder did a lot to put this church where it is and whatever is happening, I expect the new GS to look into them.”

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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1 hour 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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1 hour 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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4 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.