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Today's Headlines: Ireti Kingibe: Wike’s actions in FCT disgraceful – Activist Paul, Release Nnamdi Kanu for peace to reign in South East – Senators beg Tinubu

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Ireti Kingibe: Wike’s actions in FCT disgraceful – Activist Paul

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A renowned activist and coordinator of the Free Nigeria Movement, Moses Paul, has described the actions of FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, in the nation’s capital as disgraceful.

Paul was reacting to a recent comment by Wike that the FCT Senator, Ireti Kingibe will not return to the Senate in 2027.

His statement generated mixed reactions, with many slamming him for making undemocratic comments when he is not even eligible to vote in the FCT.

Release Nnamdi Kanu for peace to reign in South East – Senators beg Tinubu

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Senators from the Southeast Region of Nigeria on Wednesday in Abuja pleaded passionately with President Bola Tinubu to order the release of the detained Biafran Nation agitator, Nnamdi Kanu.

The Senators numbering 15 and led by a former Abia State Deputy Governor, Enyinnaya Abaribe claimed that unless Kanu is released, the social and economic activities in the Southeast region will continue to be stagnant.

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The Senators held a closed-door meeting with the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbem, SAN, where the latter begged Tinubu to release Kanu.

Zedcrest Acquires RMB Nigeria Stockbrokers

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Zedcrest, one of Africa’s leading financial solutions firms, announced on Monday, its acquisition of RMB Nigeria Stockbrokers, a member of Rand Merchant Bank — the Corporate and Investment Banking arm of the FirstRand Group.

The acquisition aligns with Zedcrest’s objective to enhance its service offerings and market footprint. RMB Nigeria Stockbrokers brings a wealth of experience and a strong reputation in stockbroking, which complements Zedcrest’s portfolio of financial products and services, promising significant benefits for clients and stakeholders.

“We are thrilled to welcome RMB Nigeria Stockbrokers Limited into the Zedcrest family,” said CEO, Zedcrest Group, Adedayo Amzat.

Dangote Faults CBN’s 26% Interest Rate, Says No Growth Will Happen

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President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has criticised the Central Bank of Nigeria’s decision to raise interest rates to nearly 30 per cent.

The foremost entrepreneur also advocated for policies that safeguard domestic industries and cultivate them into indigenous champions capable of generating jobs and fostering prosperity in face of current global economic woes.

The Africa’s richest man told the gathering of manufacturers and investors in Abuja while delivering a speech on ‘Rethinking Manufacturing in Nigeria’ as the keynote speaker at the Nigeria Manufacturers’ Summit that Nigeria has what it takes to be prosperous.

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