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Zamfara State Hosts Mass Wedding for 200 Widows, Orphans, and Underprivileged Women

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The Zamfara State Government has organised a mass wedding for 200 widows, orphans, and underprivileged women as part of its 2025 social intervention programmes under the Zakat and Endowment Board. The event, held on Monday, November 24, also marked the conclusion of the board’s yearly activities, which included business grants, debt relief, poultry production training, and computer literacy programmes for vulnerable households. First Lady Huriyya Dauda Lawal said the mass wedding reflects the government’s commitment to empowering widows, orphans, and disadvantaged women. She added that her office provided support items to help the newly married couples start their homes with dignity. “For the fourth quarter of 2025, the Zakat Board has successfully implemented life-changing interventions, including support for 200 female orphans with essential household items like furniture, bedding, and a ₦200,000 dowry to help them begin their marital lives with respect and comfort,” she said. The First Lady further highlighted initiatives such as the settlement of debt cases in Shari’ah courts and correctional centres, giving deserving individuals “a second chance to regain freedom and rebuild their lives honourably.” She noted that 200 small-scale traders, many of them widows, caregivers, and orphans, received ₦50,000 business grants to strengthen their livelihoods. In addition, 100 beneficiaries were trained in poultry production and given starter packs, while 10 orphans and children from disadvantaged homes completed computer literacy courses and received mini-computers. “These efforts demonstrate our vision for a more empowered, self-reliant, and prosperous Zamfara State,” the First Lady said. Habib Balarabe, Executive Secretary of the Zamfara State Zakat and Endowment Board, explained that the mass wedding and related empowerment programmes are designed to support families lacking resources to establish stable homes. “We organise this event specifically for the less-privileged in Zamfara State. Beyond the weddings, we provide programmes to empower them at home, such as business start-up support,” he said, adding that the initiatives aim to reduce poverty and curb street begging. One of the brides, 17-year-old Zainab Mohammed, expressed gratitude to the state government. Though not an orphan, she said she chose marriage over continuing school. “Honestly, I thank Almighty God and Prophet Mohammed, may the peace of God be with him. I am very happy. I am not an orphan. Honestly, I prefer marriage to going to school,” she said. Each newly married couple received furniture and a cash gift of ₦30,000, while poultry training participants were given starter packs to launch small-scale ventures.

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CBN Proposes Five-Year Ban for Serial Dud Cheque Issuers

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is proposing a policy that would impose a five-year ban on individuals identified as “serial dud cheque issuers.” Under the draft guidelines, a person becomes a serial dud cheque issuer if they issue cheques three times that are returned due to insufficient funds. The CBN outlined the proposed measure in an exposure draft of its ‘Guidelines on the Treatment of Dud Cheques’, released yesterday, which would allow banks and other financial institutions to blacklist such offenders. According to the draft, individuals on the blacklist would be denied access to the cheque clearing system, barred from obtaining credit from any bank, and restricted from opening current accounts during the five-year sanction period. Banks would also be required to impose returned-cheque charges in line with the national Guide to Charges. All commercial, merchant, non-interest, mortgage, and microfinance banks are mandated to enforce the sanctions, retrieve unused cheque leaves, and report offenders’ details to the Credit Risk Management System (CRMS) and at least two private credit bureaux. The guidelines include stricter penalties for repeat offenders. Any person who issues another dud cheque after completing a five-year ban would face an additional five-year sanction for each recurrence. Lifting the ban would only be possible once the sanction period expires or if a financial institution verifies that a report was made in error. Banks are required to update the customer’s status with the credit bureaux and provide formal notification when the sanction ends. The CBN also proposed heavy penalties for non-compliant banks, including a minimum N5 million fine for failing to enforce restrictions and a minimum N3 million fine for opening a current account without checking the customer’s CRMS status.

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Chidimma Adetshina Explains Why She Skipped Big Brother Naija 2025, Eyes 2026 Edition

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Former Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, has revealed why she chose not to participate in Big Brother Naija 2025. Adetshina explained that her manager advised against joining the reality show, citing her ongoing responsibilities as Miss Universe Nigeria. Although she had expressed interest in BBNaija, she decided to focus on her education, modeling, and acting career. She is currently taking a break from pageantry to prioritize her mental health, addressing past traumatic experiences. Despite missing the 2025 edition, Adetshina plans to join BBNaija 2026. Reflecting on her time in Nigeria, she said: “I really enjoyed my stay in Nigeria, and even now, like I said, once I get my documents sorted, I am going back. Nigeria was really great for me.” She added: “The eight months I spent there were amazing. I feel there is more to explore; there are so many opportunities in Nigeria… so many things I would like to try — runways, acting, and explore many other areas. I really feel there’s more to explore, and I want to establish who Chidimma truly is.” On skipping this year’s BBNaija, she explained: “I also wanted to do ‘Big Brother’ this year, but then my manager was like, ‘No, you can’t do ‘Big Brother’ because you are still Miss Universe Nigeria.’” Nigeria was just WOW . I want also to do Big Brothers. Once I get my papers sorted out , I will go. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/k4ZLBVp5yl — Chidimma Adetshina (@chichi_vanessaa) November 24, 2025

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Atiku Dumps PDP, Officially Joins ADC

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the coalition-backed party he is expected to align with ahead of the 2027 elections. Atiku made the announcement on Monday through his X handle, posting a photo of himself holding his ADC membership card with the brief caption, “It’s official.” His move follows his July resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which had been mired in a prolonged internal crisis.

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HerGame Girls Football Championship 2025 Makes Return in Abuja

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The HerGame Girls Football Championship 2025 returns for its second edition, now featuring 20 teams from across the North Central region – up from 16 in the inaugural edition, organizers announced on Tuesday. Scheduled from November 29 to December 6, 2025, the championship continues its mission of empowering the girl child through football, providing a platform for grassroots teams and emerging talents to gain competitive exposure, build confidence, enhance visibility, and access structured pathways for long-term player development. Haruna Ilerika, Chairman of the Organising Committee and Secretary of the FCT Football Association, stressed the importance of the tournament’s expansion, reflecting the growing credibility and impact of the HerGame initiative. “Increasing participation from 16 to 20 teams reflects the growing credibility and impact of the HerGame initiative. This second edition will elevate the standards, giving more girls the opportunity to showcase their abilities in a supportive and inspiring environment,” said, the FCT FA scribe. HerGame Foundation’s Founder, Dr. Pat Ajuma Ayegba, member of the FCT FA Board and Head of the FCT FA Women’s Football Committee, reaffirmed that the championship aligns with the Foundation’s broader vision of using sport as a tool for inclusion and empowerment. “HerGame Foundation was founded to unlock opportunities for young and underprivileged girls, giving them the visibility, confidence, and platform they need to pursue football at higher levels. The rapid growth of this championship demonstrates that, when given equal opportunities, girls rise and excel,” she said. The HerGame Girls Football Championship remains committed to strengthening grassroots football, promoting girl-child empowerment, and contributing to the long-term growth of women’s football in Northern Nigeria. Last year’s maiden edition showcased outstanding performances, with FOSLA Academy lifting the inaugural trophy. Queen Joseph, who won the Highest Goal Scorer and MVP Awards in that tournament, later became Nigeria’s top scorer at the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. The defending champions FOSLA Academy will return to compete in what promises to be a stronger and more diverse field of 20 teams. Detailed match schedules, and programme activities will be released ahead of kickoff. The week-long competition will take place at two venues – Area 3 pitch and Moshood Abiola Stadium training pitch.

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Abia State Seals Umuahia Office of Renewed Hope Partners Supporting Tinubu

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The Abia State Government has reportedly sealed the Umuahia office of Renewed Hope Partners (RHP), the campaign group supporting President Bola Tinubu in the South East. RHP, promoted in the region by Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, operates from Ojike Street in Umuahia. An RHP official, who requested anonymity, told Vanguard that he arrived at the office to find it sealed without prior notice. A notice posted by the Ministry of Lands and Housing explained that the property was sealed for violating the state’s tax laws. The notice read: “Ministry of Lands and Housing. This property is in contravention of Sections 41 and 100 of the Abia State Tax Law (Codification and Consolidation), Law No. 7 of 2020. It is hereby sealed. Any person, including the owner/occupier, neighbours, or passersby, who attempts to unseal this building is in contravention of the Abia State Tax Law No.7 of 2020. Be warned. Keep off.” Efforts to contact the numbers listed on the notice were unsuccessful at the time of filing this report.

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Tinubu Names Governor Hope Uzodimma Renewed Hope Ambassador

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President Bola Tinubu has named Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, as the “Renewed Hope Ambassador” in preparation for the nationwide launch of the Federal Government’s Ward Development Programme. Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, disclosed the appointment in a statement, noting that Uzodimma will also serve as Director-General for party outreach, engagement, and mobilisation. In this capacity, he will spearhead efforts to promote the Tinubu administration’s agenda across Nigeria. The statement highlighted that Uzodimma, who chairs the Progressive Governors’ Forum, will collaborate with APC leaders and governors to ensure unity, strategic coordination, and effective messaging. Other APC governors will also serve as “Ambassadors of Hope,” supporting efforts to boost grassroots awareness and backing for government policies. The Ward Development Programme, a key element of the Renewed Hope agenda, aims to deliver micro-projects, social services, and livelihood support to all 8,809 electoral wards nationwide. Onanuga stressed that the appointment is part of Tinubu’s plan to strengthen communication of his administration’s achievements, especially amid public concerns over inflation and the removal of fuel subsidies. The statement cited several indicators of progress, including seven consecutive months of easing inflation, a stabilised exchange rate, rising foreign reserves exceeding $46bn, increased foreign and domestic investment, economic diversification, and the expansion of student loan programmes benefiting over 700,000 students. Tinubu tasked Uzodimma with ensuring Nigerians are fully aware of the administration’s accomplishments, reinforcing the government’s Renewed Hope agenda at both the party and grassroots levels.

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Maraji Slams Ned Nwoko, Tells Him to Move On and Stop Explaining Drama with Regina Daniels

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Maraji has taken a swipe at Ned Nwoko, urging him to let go of the ongoing drama involving Regina Daniels. She dismissed his recent claims about Regina’s behavior and said he was wasting his time trying to justify himself to the public. According to her, the senator should focus on women within his age bracket instead of getting entangled with much younger ones. Maraji also questioned why Ned Nwoko was addressing the issue so openly, describing his explanations as unnecessary and unprovoked. Her comments made it clear she was firmly on Regina’s side and frustrated by Ned’s decision to take the matter public. She said: “We believe you, grandpa. All these ones you’re going up and down to explain, no need. You said she drinks, smokes, and does drugs, we believe. When elders spot little children misbehaving, they will say she’s just a child, just accept it.” “Maybe next time when you see a small child you will leave her, so she won’t bring her childish attitude to your house. When looking for a woman, look for a mature one. This one you’re going up and down to explain for what? Are you explaining to us? What do you expect to happen?”

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