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We’ll Not Let You Down – political Appointees To Gov. Mohammed

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2 years ago

April 4, 2024

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Some political appointees in the education Sector of Bauchi state have promised Gov. Bala Mohammed not to let him down in the discharge of their assigned responsibilities.

They made the promise in Bauchi on Wednesday on the occasion of the inauguration of the reconstituted Chairmen and Members of Boards and Agencies under the supervision of the state Ministry of Education.

Speaking of behalf of appointees, Alh. Adamu Duguri who was appointed as the Chairman, Bauchi State Universal Basic Education Board, also promised that they would be responsible, accountable and put in their best.

“The governor has put a trust in us and I’m sure that we will excel.

“In the process of our jobs, there will be ups and downs because we are humans and not only that, there are observers around that feel they know better.

“We will not let you down In-Sha-Allah. We will be accountable as responsibilities come with accountability.

“On behalf of the newly appointed, we want to thank the governor and his government for giving us a chance and this chance will be fully utilised so that Bauchi state will excel,” he said.

Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Education, Dr Jamila Dahiru, said the state government had convened a State Education Summit where critical stakeholders within and outside Bauchi converged, deliberated and proffered solutions on how best to change the narratives of education to the better.

“The State Government through the Ministry is already working assiduously towards the implementation of all the recommendations arrived at, aimed at improving access to quality education service delivery.

“Your careful selection and appointment by His Excellency to form the management team of the various boards and agencies therefore is not a mere coincidence.

“I believe it was done based on your track records of hard work, commitment, industry and the fashion you have shown to support him to move the education sector to greater heights,” she said.

The Commissioner however, urged them to put in their best by justifying the confidence reposed in them by the state government.

The newly appointed Chairmen and Board Members present at the occasion included that of the Bauchi State Universal Basic Education Board (BASUBEB), Bauchi State Special Schools Management Board, Bauchi State Agency for Mass Education, Bauchi State Agency for Nomadic Education and Bauchi State Library Board.

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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.