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FG Inaugurates Presidential Delivery Tracker, Website

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August 30, 2022

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The Federal Government, on Tuesday, inaugurated the Presidential Delivery Tracker and an accompanying website developed by the Central Delivery Coordination Unit.

The PDT/CDCU is designed to track, review and periodically report the activities of MDAs, performances of ministers and permanent secretaries, among others, in the delivery of their ministerial mandates.

Key areas under review include economy, agriculture, energy, transportation, infrastructure, industrialisation, education, healthcare, security, anti-corruption, governance, poverty reduction and social inclusion which, since 2019, formed the ministerial mandates signed by Ministers and their Permanent Secretaries.

Speaking after the launch at the State House Banquet Hall, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha said the CDCU, will track the implementation of Policies, Programmes and Projects of Ministries along the nine Priority Areas of the Federal Government.

He assured Stakeholders that feedback received from both platforms would be given the deserved attention.

“PDT/CDCU App is a co-creation platform that aims to connect citizens to governance in Nigeria by increasing citizens’ access to the Federal Government’s Presidential priority policies, programmes, and projects.

“The goal of the PDT/CDCU is to promote transparency and expand access to reporting on presidential priority policies, programmes and projects. This is by incorporating citizens as the third layer of reporting to offer vital information that will facilitate effective service delivery.

“Over the last two years, the PDT/CDCU had successfully driven FG’s delivery initiative to incorporate a systematic feedback mechanism from the citizens into the design and operationalisation of its Performance Management System. This is in recognition of the critical roles of the citizens in promoting inclusive and citizen-centered governance,” Mustapha said.

According to him, the ‘Citizens App’ and the website will enable Nigerians to provide accurate feedback on the implementation of government’s programmes and projects closest to them.

He noted that Nigerians are mandated to participate in and monitor the coordination of Federal Government interventions in their communities.

“In addition, to also highlight critical issues regarding government programmes and projects that hinder the delivery of key services to citizens.

“The CDCU intends to empower citizens to make their voices heard, build a citizens engagement programme that works and participation that increases benefits, if discussed with the people. Government is already raising the bar for citizens participation,” he said.

In her remarks, the Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Dr Zainab Ahmed, said the MDAS must recognise the enormous premium placed on the assignment by the Federal Government.

She said, “The delivery unit members should be able to listen well and ask thoughtful questions that inspire implementing officials to develop solutions to their problems.

“They should be diplomatic and communicate helpfulness, as well as be able to summarize their analysis and observations succinctly for the most senior government leaders.

“As we aim to gradually close the gap between the different classes to bring joy to a greater number of citizens, the federal government remains committed to ensuring accountability and transparency, and I am confident that at the end of this administration, Nigerians will have experienced the deserved change that we promised”

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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.