Yoruba Leader Prof Adeniran Returns From Exile, Writes Tinubu

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3 years ago

June 11, 2023

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The former deputy leader of Ilana Omo Oduduwa, Professor Wale Adeniran, has returned to Nigeria from exile.

Adeniran left the country in May 2021 alongside Professor Banji Akintoye at the peak of the Yoruba Nation’s struggle for self-determination and settled in the Republic of Benin.

In a statement he issued at the weekend in Ile-Ife, Osun State, the elder statesmen called on President Bola Tinubu to return the nation to its former glory.

Adeniran recalled the “pivotal role” Tinubu played in the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) during the Abacha era, “even going into exile.”

“Some of us have been at the forefront of the struggle for Yoruba self-determination in recent times, when we felt our people were confronted with an existential threat,” he noted.

Adeniran reminded the President of the issues highlighted in his inauguration address, such as security, poverty, jobs, and electricity, among others.

The Yoruba leader expressed optimism that the new administration “will right the wrongs of the past and make Nigeria safe and habitable once again for all.”

He drew Tinubu’s attention “to the parlous state of the education system”, saying “universities have been battered and made to fall into disrepute” under previous administrations.

Noting that the university workforce is “now thoroughly demoralised,” Adeniran said, “the current depressing situation of our universities must be redressed very urgently.”

“Facilities in our universities must be upgraded and expanded so that many more qualified candidates can be offered admission into these institutions.

“There should be a massive injection of funds to boost the morale of staff and students to enable them to churn out innovative ideas that would propel technological development,” he added.

Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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5 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.

Xenophobic Attacks: Nigerian Students To Picket MTN, MultiChoice, Other Businesses

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5 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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8 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.