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Naira Scarcity: Traders Reject Bank Transfer

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Naira Scarcity: Traders Reject Bank Transfer Petty traders in Kwara have said they do not accept bank transfers or transactions due to lack of bank accounts and network failures. Some of the traders told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ilorin on Monday that they had no bank accounts to which money can be transferred. Keji Abdulmalik, a roadside pepper seller said she had no bank account for any transaction. “I do not accept bank transfers because I do not have a bank account. “It has been difficult for my customers to buy things because they do not have cash. “Some of them come and ask if I take transfer, but I simply tell them no.”  Local grilled meat seller, commonly known as ‘Mai Suya’, Malam Aminu Maigashi, also said that he had no bank account to which transfers could be made. While others said that they were afraid of fraudulent activities, yet some said they could not take transfers simply because the amount they sold their wares was too little to be sent to accounts. “I...

Zenith Bank Shocks Customers with App Failure Amid Naira Scarcity Crisis

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Zenith Bank Shocks Customers with App Failure Amid Naira Scarcity Crisis Nigerians have taken to social media to express their anger towards Zenith Bank as the bank’s mobile app has been plagued by network issues, causing widespread frustration among its customers. In a country already facing Naira scarcity and ATM’s not dispensing cash, Zenith Bank’s mobile app was seen as a viable alternative for customers to make transactions and withdraw money. However, the recent network issues with the app have made it difficult for users to access their accounts, run transactions, and access their funds. Customers have reported that the app has been down for days, and despite attempts to reach out to the bank’s customer service, they have received no resolution to their issues. The bank’s app has become crucial for Nigerians during these difficult times, as many customers rely on it for daily transactions, bill payments, and remittances. The bank’s customers have expressed their frustration on s...

Tinubu Donates N100 Million To The Victims Of Banditry In Katsina State

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Tinubu Donates N100 Million To The Victims Of Banditry In Katsina Stat The Presidential Candidate of APC, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has announced a donation of N100 million to the victims of banditry in Katsina State. He has also condoled the state for the loss of gallant vigilantes at Yargoje Forest in Kankara local government. Many vigilantes, in a convoy, were killed in the forest as they went to recover stolen cows. Tinubu made the donation during his engagement with religious leaders in Katsina State on Sunday night at Katsina State Government House. Source:- PM News

I Helped You Win Your First And Only Grammy Award Which I Did Out Of Kindness

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I Helped You Win Your First And Only Grammy Award Which I Did Out Of Kindness, And Somehow You Thought You Could Win Another Without My Help – Diddy To Burna Boy Diddy after Burna Boy not bagging any grammy awards this time sends a message to the African giant  Burna Boy … See screenshot below…

Fidelity Bank MD And Secretary Sentenced To Six Weeks in Prison

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Fidelity Bank MD And Secretary Sentenced To Six Weeks in Prison Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, the Managing Director of Fidelity Bank has been sentenced to six weeks in prison. A chief magistrate’s court in Ogba, Lagos sentenced Onyeali-Ikpe on Monday for disobeying a court order. According to FIJ, the court, presided over by Magistrate Lateef Owolabi, extended the same sentence to Ezinwa Unuigboje, the bank’s secretary, after finding both guilty of disobeying a garnishee order of court restraining the bank from allowing a judgment debtor access to his account. Advertisement Owolabi had on December 6, 2022, issued the garnishee order for 17 banks to not grant Enabulele Ozaze, a judgement debtor, access to his bank accounts until he paid a judgement debt of N2.8 million. Ozaze was on October 13, 2022, ordered to refund one Jibrin Ahmed the sum of N2.8 million. This sum was money Ahmed had earlier paid to Ozaze for the purchase of a Toyota Corolla car. Two months after Ozaze failed to refund, Owola...

Naira Redesign: Heavy Security At Ogun CBN Over Fear Of Attack

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Policemen in the early hours of Monday, deployed operatives to the Apex bank branch at Okelewo, Abeokuta to avert possible attacks by criminal elements. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Abeokuta Branch has been surrounded by security officials over fear of attack due to the scarcity of the new naira notes. Policemen in the early hours of Monday, deployed operatives to the Apex bank branch at Okelewo, Abeokuta to avert possible attacks by criminal elements. It was gathered that there was an intelligence report that some individuals might attack the bank over their inability to access the newly redesigned naira notes. The armed policemen were positioned at strategic locations to prevent any breakdown of law and order. Also, some commercial banks in Abeokuta restricted access to their premises over the fear of being attacked by angry customers. In most banks, customers are only allowed to use Automated Teller Machines (ATM) instead of going into the banking halls. It was reported that s...

APGA Senatorial Candidate Declares Support For Peter Obi

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He added that the LP Presidential Candidate had demonstrated commitment and possessed needed qualities to pilot the affairs of the country. A Senatorial Candidate of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA), Honourable Dozie Nwankwo has endorsed Peter Obi, the Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party. According to him, he will help Obi to actualise his quest to become the next President of Nigeria. Going back memory lane, he explained it was Peter Obi with Late Dora Akunyili that prevailed on him to join the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) years after he ventured into politics. He added that the LP Presidential Candidate had demonstrated commitment and possessed needed qualities to pilot the affairs of the country. The APGA Senatorial Candidate,who is currently representing Anaocha, Njikoka and Dunukofia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, noted that  he would work for the success of Obi’s presidential bid. Speaking during a Youth Empowerment Programme a...

Obasanjo Meets El-Rufai, Soludo, Commends Buhari (Photos)

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The Special Assistant on Media to Obasanjo, Kehinde Akinyemi, stated that the meeting was held at the Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja at the weekend. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has held a meeting with Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. Information gathered revealed that the two met at the first Stakeholders’ meeting of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)-Nigeria Business Council held at the Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja at the weekend. At the meeting, Obasanjo, who is the Council Patron,  “commended President Muhammadu Buhari for his foresight in creating the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) – Nigeria Business Council.” The Special Assistant on Media to Obasanjo, Kehinde Akinyemi, stated that the meeting was held at the Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja at the weekend. El-Rufai, who is the Deputy President of the Council, was said to have broken the news while giving a report of his meeting with the President held recently in Abuja, the Federal C...

APC Congratulates Tems On Winning Grammy Award

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Tems won the award for Best Melodic Rap Performance for her contribution to the 2022 hit song “Wait for U”, featuring Future and Drake. Tems The ruling All Progressive Congress, APC, has congratulated singer, Temilade Openiyi, aka Tems on her big at the recently concluded Grammys. The ruling party in a tweet on Monday hailed Tems while stating that she is the first Nigerian female artiste to achieve the feat. “Congratulations, @temsbaby (Temilade Openiyi), on the Grammy award – a 1st for a female Nigerian artiste.” Tems won the award for Best Melodic Rap Performance for her contribution to the 2022 hit song “Wait for U”, featuring Future and Drake. Tems and Burna Boy were the only Nigerian singers nominated for the 2023 edition of the Grammy Awards. Burna Boy, on the other hand, lost the Best Global Music Performance and the Best Global Music Album. The 65th Grammy Awards ceremony was held on 5th February 2023 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, U.S.

BBTitans: Yemi Sneaks Out Of Bed With Khosi To Share A Kiss With Blue Aiva (Video)

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  Not only did Yemi do all that, but he also had a whole conversation with Blue Aiva about their feelings toward each other. BBTitans housemate Yemi Cregz sneaked out of bed to meet Blue Aiva and passionately kissed her after the Saturday night party. The Nigerian housemate left Khosi in bed and went downstairs to have a conversation with Blue Aiva. They also had a whole conversation with Blue Aiva about their feelings toward each other. The 30-year-old Nigerian housemate advised Blue Aiva to be more proactive about seeking his attention. They end their conversation with a good night kiss, while he goes back to cuddle Khosi. Their conversation went thus: Yemi –“ Talk To Me Bout What Happened Yesterday” Blue Aiva - “ When it was Time ForYou To Kiss Me, You Wanted To Drink” Yemi –  “But I Didnt Drink Did I? I Wasnt Going To, it was Just A Bit Of Suspense” Blue Aiva –  “It Seemed So,I Was Like WTF “Nigga You Did The Sh*t With Me Tho” Yemi   – *Covers Her Mouth* Blue ...

I’m Taken – Whitemoney Declares As He Unveils Mystery Lover

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I’m Taken – Whitemoney Declares As He Unveils Mystery Lover BBNaija Season 6 winner, Whtemoney has disclosed that he is taken as he shows off his mystery lover. The singer broke the heart of many as he took to Instagram to announce the end of singlehood. Sharing a video collage of photos taken with his curvy lover, Whitemoney hid her face from being recognized by the public. “(TAKEN) Every love story is beautiful but ours is my favorite  Mark your calendar  #JADA out on all platforms on the 3rd February, 2023,” he wrote while pitching his upcoming song. Fans and well-wishers are, however, left curious for the day he’d unveil the face of his girlfriend.

BREAKING: Gunmen Kill Two Soldiers, Three Policemen In Enugu-Ebonyi Border

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BREAKING: Gunmen Kill Two Soldiers, Three Policemen In Enugu-Ebonyi Border Two soldiers and three policemen have been killed by gunmen on Saturday night at the Enugu-Ebonyi border. Dailypost gathered that the gunmen, who operated in a Toyota Sienna, first killed the two soldiers at a checkpoint in Enugu before proceeding to the Enugu-Ebonyi border. Three policemen were reportedly shot dead at the border checkpoint. Another wounded policeman is said to be receiving treatment.

2023: Only Nigerians Fed Up With Bad Governance Will Vote Labour Party – Ezekwesili

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2023: Only Nigerians Fed Up With Bad Governance Will Vote Labour Party – Ezekwesili Former minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili has stated that only Nigerians who are tired of bad governance will vote for the Labour Party, LP in the forthcoming polls. Ezekwesili’s statement was contained in a post via her verified Twitter handle on Saturday. Ahead of the presidential election, Ezekwesili, a former World Bank vice president is supporting Peter Obi, the candidate of the Labour Party, LP. She urged registered voters to do everything possible to get their Permanent Voter cards, maintaining it is the greatest weapon in their possession. She wrote, “And when that day comes, all citizens who are tired of being badly governed shall each go out and place their right index thumb on the Mama, Papa and Pikin logo of LP as seen here! Get your PVCs. Do everything possible to get it. The PVC is your greatest possession now.”

BBTitans: Mmeli Spotted Kissing Nelisa In Her Bed

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BBTitans: Mmeli Spotted Kissing Nelisa In Her Bed BBTitans housemate, Mmeli and Nelisa were seen kissing in her bed on Saturday night after the party. Mmeli succumbed to Nelisa’s wish of spending the night in her bed and going as far as kissing her. In a viral clip, Mmeli was seen in Nelisa’s bed looking very comfortable while kissing her. It is not clear if Sandra is aware of the new development and what she plans to do about her ‘situationship’ with Mmeli

The Moment Khosi Kissed Miracle OP In A Truth Or Dare Game, And Yemi’s Facial Reaction (Video)

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  The Moment Khosi Kissed Miracle OP In A Truth Or Dare Game, And Yemi’s Facial Reaction (Video) In a truth or dare game in the BBTitans house, Khosi went along to kiss Miracle OP, and it got yemi, his lover in the house so un-happy