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Protest: I Mean Well For President Tinubu – Says Bauchi Governor

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2 years ago

August 14, 2024

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Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state has said that he meant well for President Bola Tinubu, his government and the people of Nigeria at large.

Mohammed stated this in Bauchi on Wednesday before the commencement of the State Executive Council (SEC) meeting.

It could be recalled that the governor had criticized President Bola Tinubu’s policies and programmes, saying it was not favourable to Nigerians.

He also said that the speech of the president on August 4, calling on the protesters to suspend the protest and come for dialogue was ‘very’ empty.

However, Mohammed said before the SEC meeting that “certainly, when something is so spontaneous like a protest, you cannot be spared no matter how good you are.

“We are not just blaming the federal government for everything, we also have to look at ourselves, do a swift analysis on ourselves and make sure we do things that would put food on the table and make things easier.

“We know we are not in charge of national policies and programmes but we must be able to implement national policies as a loyal federalist while at the same time, looking at our own challenges and making sure that we connect with the people.

“We are not on our own and that is why I spoke. I spoke constructively as an opposition and somebody who means well to the president and to the government and the people of Nigeria.

“I had not done it to cause any disaffection or to insult anybody but certainly, we are not also spared of what I said. It is not about partisan politics, it’s about responsibility,” he said.

Mohammed appreciated his colleagues, the members of the council for the support and sense of comradeship they had exhibited over the years.

He advised that the protest was a wake up call to all of them, not only to the presidency but to the sub-national and all the leaders in various capacities.

“And of course we know we have to listen when their cry is very loud on bad governance in areas of limitations and inadequacies where the expectations of our people have not been met.

“Whatever the reason, we have scarce resources to manage and that’s why I said we must use the little resources that we have to do so much.

“Nobody cares, nobody will listen to you when you begin to complain and in our style, we don’t blame our predecessor and that is why God brought us here to manage the situation and make it better,” said the governor.

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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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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.