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Ignore Report That Labour Party Conducted Its Primaries In Edo Govt House, Party Chair Urges Residents

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4 years ago

July 5, 2022

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The Edo State chapter of Labour Party (LP) has refuted report making the rounds that the party conducted its primaries in Edo State Government House, Benin.

The party was reacting to report by some online platforms that, ahead of the 2023 elections, the party primaries were conducted at the Edo State Government House and that it was supervised by Governor Godwin Obaseki of the state.

A statement signed by the,
Comrade Kelly Ogbalor, state party chairman and made available to INFO DAILY in Benin, urged Edo people to ignore such report, which according to him was written with “low intellectual ability and journalistic incompetence.”

He added that Labour Party is an independent political party that is not in any form a unit or department in Government House.

His statement reads in part: “Our attention has been drawn to a report making the rounds in some online platforms that Labour Party conducted its primaries in Edo State Government House, and that it was supervised by Edo State governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki.

“Ordinarily, we would have ignored the report written by a man known for mischief making and peddling lies, but for the interest of Edo people and to set the record straight so not to be misled by the report, I want to unequivocally states that the primaries of our party, Labour party held conspicuously across all electoral districts, local govt/constituencies with INEC observing at clearly designated areas.”

“Let it be clear that labour party is independent and a distinct party of its own. It is never a department in government house as in the poor opinion of the writer.

“Labour party lives in Edo state, the writer also did not consider it wise to establish our side of the matter by reaching out but went straight to the press and published such one sided, unbalance, and bedraggled report. He finds to need in that as soon as the pay masters sent his salaries.

“I urge Edo people to totally ignore such report that lacks professional and journalist ethics of fairness, balance. and accurate.”

He challenged those peddling such report to come up with photograph, videos to prove that Edo State Labour Party held his primary election at Government House, if they are sure of their report.

He, however, thanked the people of Edo State for the massive support and nod of acceptance they are giving to Labour Party presidential candidate.

He further called on those who have not gotten their Permanent Voting Card (PVC) to do that as the upcoming election, adding that it is the only opportunity ordinary masses have to repositioned Nigeria.

On his part, state Publicity Secretary of the party, Comrade Sam Uroupadei, challenged the writers to re-develop themselves in order to be appropriately conversant with the ethics of their chosen career and to “remove themselves from this shameful and ignoble act of being grossly undone.” (Sic).

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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3 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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3 hours 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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5 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.