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Insecurity: Installation Of Surveillance Cameras For Businesses, Designated Premises To Be Compulsory In Edo

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2 years ago

January 8, 2024

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As part of efforts to tackle insecurity in Edo State, the state government says its plans to make the installation of surveillance cameras compulsory for businesses and designated premises in the state.

This is as the state governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, said the state has recorded huge improvements in public safety and security over the past seven years

Obaseki, while addressing newsmen in Benin City, attributed the improvement in the security sector to an innovative and pragmatic approach adopted by his government to tackle crime and criminality in the state.

According to him, “We shall shortly be bringing a bill to the House of Assembly for a law to make it mandatory for businesses and designated premises to install surveillance cameras.”

Obaseki said, “We have made huge improvements in public safety and security, owing to an innovative and pragmatic approach to tackling crime and criminality in the State.

“We have trained not less than 5000 community police personnel under the Edo State Security Network (ESSN) in the last one year through investment in training facilities within the State. These personnel have been instrumental in our community-led intelligence-gathering mechanism.

“In collaboration with the Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC), we have set up emergency shortcodes – 112 and 739. These codes serve as a direct and efficient link for citizens to access emergency services promptly.”

He further noted, “Additionally, a groundbreaking partnership with the Ministry of Health has been solidified, ensuring the seamless integration of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) with the state and a fleet of ambulances.

“Concurrently, efforts are underway to fortify our surveillance infrastructure. The ongoing installation of street-wide cameras and lights represents a pivotal stride in bolstering our security apparatus and enhancing data collection capabilities.”

Obaseki added, “Simultaneously, a dedicated committee has been established to create a Safety Commission tasked with overseeing safety compliance. This includes regulations pertaining to building safety, event safety, and fuel station safety.”

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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4 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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4 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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6 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.