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Suspension Of Judge: Adeleke Fails To Swear In Acting Judge

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2 years ago

November 17, 2023

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Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke on Friday failed to swear in the newly appointed acting Chief Judge, Justice Olayinka Afolabi following the suspension of the substantive Chief Judge of the state, Justice Oyebola Ojo.

The Governor had on Thursday suspended Justice Ojo following the resolution of the House of Assembly that the CJ should step aside on the ground that it received a petition of corruption against her.

The Governor’s spokesperson Olawale Rasheed also stated that the appointed acting chief judge will be sworn in on Friday in order not to create a vacuum in the third arm of government.

However, journalists waited in the State Executive Lounge, the venue slated for the event since 10 am for the Deputy Governor’s arrival for the event.

Vanguard reports that as as at 4pm on Friday, neither the Deputy Governor, who had arrived at his office around 2 pm, nor Justice Olayinka Afolabi was at the Exco lounge for the swearing-in ceremony.

There is a short vacuum – Govt
Feelers inside the Governor’s office said the event had been postponed till Monday, However, the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi stated that the swearing-in could not take place because the Deputy Governor just informed the National Judicial Council of the development and the State Government awaits their decision on the matter.

He acknowledged that a vacuum has been created at the third arm of government in the state because they are awaiting the verdict of the NJC.

“It is true a short vacuum has been created. This emanated from the fact that we are awaiting the verdict of the NJC on the matter. The woman has been asked to step aside and the process followed the provision of the constitution”, he said.

Meanwhile, a coalition of Civil Society Organisations under the aegis of The Osun Masterminds, TOM, described the House of Assembly’s “Step Aside” resolution as a display of “Youthful exuberance”.

Professor Wasiu Oyedokun, who spoke with journalists on Friday, disclosed that the Assembly has turned itself into a rubber stamp used by the executive to legitimise every illegality.

“It is scary to think that the current Osun State House of Assembly is acting with youthful exuberance. This will be antithetical to the huge responsibilities on their shoulders, to stabilize democratic governance in our dear State. The Assembly is expected to carry itself with more poise than this open display of sycophancy, impatience and stark ignorance of our laws and the limits of their powers as an Assembly”, it stated.

Meanwhile, the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun state in a statement by its Chairman, Tajudeen Lawal described the removal of Justice Ojo as Chief Judge as illegal and vindictive, saying Governor Adeleke and his compromised House of Assembly acted beyond their authority by venturing into the illegal suspension of the state Chief Judge.

“It is disheartening to observe that Adeleke who had enjoyed the unfettered blessings of the judiciary in the past is now working against the judicial arm of government by abusing the court process and dragging the vital institution of the government in the mud”, it reads.

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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.