NELFUND Loans: N154.4bn Reaches 788,947 Students
Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed over N154 billion in interest-free loans to students. MD Akintunde Sawyerr urges more applicants and explains reasons for failed applications.
Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed over N154 billion in interest-free loans to students. MD Akintunde Sawyerr urges more applicants and explains reasons for failed applications.
The NDIC has initiated a payout of up to N2 million per depositor for customers of Aso Savings and Union Homes. Learn about the verification process and what happens to balances above the insured limit.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has revoked the operating licences of Aso Savings and Loans Plc and Union Homes Savings and Loans Plc for failing to meet capital requirements. Learn the full details and implications for Nigeria's mortgage sector.
CBN revokes Aso Savings & Union Homes licences for regulatory breaches. NDIC starts insured deposit payments up to N2m. Learn how to claim your funds.
NDIC starts liquidation of Aso Savings & Union Homes after CBN licence revocation. Depositors to get up to N2m via BVN. Learn the process for claims and payments.
The NDIC has started reimbursing depositors of Aso Savings and Union Homes after the CBN revoked their licenses. Learn how to claim your insured funds up to ₦2m before the deadline.
BudgIT calls on Nigerian states to replace ad hoc welfare with structured systems for women's economic empowerment. New report ranks all 36 states. Read the findings.
British International Investment and FCMB partner to provide a $50 million credit facility, with 70% targeting MSMEs in Northern Nigeria and 30% for women-owned businesses nationwide. Read more.
NADF signs MoU with Leadway Assurance and Verdure Climate to provide insurance packages for agricultural loans, enhancing climate resilience for smallholder farmers across Nigeria.
Cross River State approves 500 entrepreneurs for SMEDAN-Sterling Bank loans at 5% interest rate. Governor Otu's initiative aims to boost small businesses and economic growth across the state.
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
Canada warns citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria due to terrorism, kidnappings, and crime. Exercise high caution in Lagos and Calabar. Stay informed.
FSDH Merchant Bank has disbursed over N3 billion in loans to women-led businesses over five years. Discover how this initiative is driving economic inclusion for Nigerian women.
Discover 5 government loan and grant schemes under Tinubu's administration helping Nigerians overcome economic hardship. Learn how to apply for NELFUND, CrediCorp, and more.
Temitope Bashua, 29-year-old Nigerian, sentenced to 30 months in US prison for $290,000 COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. Learn details of the case and consequences.
FirstBank has disbursed over N200 billion to Nigerian SMEs, tackling funding gaps with uncollateralized loans and business training to foster economic growth.
Peter Obi questions Nigeria's leadership failure amid multiple kidnappings and attacks. Read his strong condemnation of the security situation and institutional decline.
Peter Obi questions if Nigeria is cursed or its leaders are the curse following devastating attacks, kidnappings, and security failures across multiple states in 10 days.
US President Donald Trump threatens to cut aid to Nigeria over ongoing Christian killings and mass abductions. Latest attacks in Kebbi, Kwara, Niger states spark international concern.
Disgraced ex-TV anchor Stephanie Hockridge sentenced to 10 years for multi-million dollar COVID fraud scheme. Ordered to pay $64M restitution for fake PPP loans.
US President Donald Trump reiterates anger over alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria, threatens to cut aid and launch military action. Nigerian government rejects claims.
Discover 7 luxurious perfume gifts under ₦100,000 perfect for Christmas in Nigeria. From Beguile to Zara, find scents that impress without breaking your budget.
A Nigerian woman's N16,000 loan from a mobile app escalated to N365,000 repayment demand. Discover the shocking details and public reactions to this predatory lending case.
US Congressman declares severe Christian persecution in Nigeria, cites 17,000 deaths since 2019, questions US aid, and links crisis to Nnamdi Kanu's detention despite court orders.
US Congress debates Trump's designation of Nigeria as Country of Particular Concern amid conflicting views on religious persecution. Key lawmakers disagree on characterization of violence.
Nigerian Christian coalition calls for UN and ICC investigation into alleged genocide against Christians. Groups cite international laws and US support while government denies claims.
Enugu State Government has commenced the N1.4 billion fencing project for ESUT's Agbani campus after 19 years to boost security and prevent land encroachment. Read more.
A Nigerian woman desperately searches for her mother who vanished after their last video call two years ago. Family exhausted all efforts to locate her. Help needed.
US Congressman Riley Moore tells Nigerian delegation President Trump will not tolerate continued violence against Christians. Meeting focused on security cooperation and ending persecution.
Southern and Middle Belt leaders warn Nigeria is sliding toward one-party domination, citing security crises and political coercion. They demand immediate government action.