Eid-el-fitri: UNIBEN Chief Imam Warns Muslims Against Returns To Sinful Acts

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3 years ago

April 21, 2023

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Prof. Buniyamin Ayinde, Chief Imam of the University of Benin Central Mosque has cautioned Muslims against returns to acts that could destroy the good deeds of the last 29 days of Ramadan.

Ayinde gave the warning on Friday in Benin during a sermon to end the days of Islamic Ramadan fasting.

The Chief Imam had earlier led a Muslim congregation on a two rakat supererogatory prayer to mark Eid-el-fitri celebration.

The cleric reminded the gathering that fasting is a sacrifice; hence the period is always used to offer supplications to Almighty Allah.

According to him, whoever chooses to move close to Allah, He will in return make such persons close to Him too.

“Being a Muslim entails sincerity, trustworthiness and integrity.

“Therefore, we need to exhibit these characters everywhere we are, either at workplace, at home or in the public.

“Let’s follow the commandments of Allah and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad in whatever we do.

“We should not destroy the goodwill we have with Allah during the last one month.

“We should not return to sinful acts that will destroy the good deeds of the last 30 days,” said the Imam.

Even when mistakenly sinned, the Islamic leader said Muslims needed to be remorseful and seek forgiveness in Allah.

“Let’s be remorseful in sin. We should not be shameless about forbidden things.

“Let’s run away from shameful act,” he added.

Ayinde, who is also a deputy vice-chancellor at the UNIBEN advised the Muslim brotherhood to attach less importance to the world and the luxury therein.

He said certainly, everybody would leave the world one day and whatever acquired in it would be left behind.

“Do not let us attach too much importance to this world. Let’s be reminded that we will leave one day. Let’s live in this world as a stranger.

“We have worked, we have sacrificed, and we have fast as commended by Allah, let’s not transgress in order not to destroy what we have laboured for,” he concluded.

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.

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.