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Kano: Thugs, Residents Clash In Rano Over Sanusi’s Emissary

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2 years ago

July 11, 2024

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Suspected thugs and residents clashed on Tuesday at the disbanded emir’s palace in Rano Local Government Area of Kano State. The situation escalated into serious chaos, forcing the interim chairman of the local government council, Professor Dahiru Yakubu Rano, and the representative of the reinstated 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, to flee.

According to a resident and eyewitness, Naziru Salisu Mato, whose motorcycle was destroyed in the crisis, thugs had been present at the palace for the past few days, creating tension and insecurity in the area, which the residents found unacceptable.

“The thugs were brought some days ago and they took charge of the palace security, but we did not agree with that because the palace already had security guarding it. Things went violent today after the interim chairman came along with the Emir’s representative trying to take him to the palace. The residents tried to stop that and that’s when the thugs started attacking people and chasing them away. After some time, the residents gained courage and stormed the streets, going after these thugs, the chairman, and the representative. Finally, they succeeded in chasing them away. Unknowingly, some of them had taken positions in hidden places, and when things appeared to be calm, they attacked people again. I myself was chased while I was riding, and my motorcycle was destroyed with a machete,” Mato said.

It was further gathered that many vehicles were destroyed, especially at the LGA secretariat.

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Daily Trust reports that the residents, under the umbrella of the Concerned Citizens of Rano Emirate, had raised the alarm over the occupation of arms-carrying hoodlums at the headquarters of the emirate on Sunday.

In a letter written to the state police commissioner, the residents stated that hoodlums had been camped at the emir’s palace since Sunday by yet-to-be-identified persons. The letter highlighted that the motives of these armed individuals remain unknown, and their presence is considered a threat to the security of life and property.

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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.