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Group Publishes List of Bureau De Change Operators; Absolves Senate

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5 years ago

July 7, 2021

…Passes Vote Of Confidence On CBN

The Federation of Freelance Journalists in Nigeria (FEFJIN) has reacted to media reports indicating that some Senators were rewarded with Bureau De Change licence by the nation’s apex bank, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

Addressing a press conference in Abuja, the executive secretary of the federation Mr. Joseph Uyeh hinted that investigations by the organisation prove on the contrary.

“Considering the premium position of the apex bank and the central role it plays in the socio economic stability of the country, we undertook an independent investigation into the allegations against the bank and the Senators”.

The group explained that her findings revealed that no Senator in the 9th assembly ever indicated interest for any such licence and could not have been gifted what they did not show interested in after all.

“After exhaustive findings on the comprehensive list of Bureau De Change operators who got duly licenced by the CBN, it is only fair that we set the records straight to Nigerians.

“We wish to appeal to all and sundry that the sensitive role the CBN plays in the socio economic trajectory of every citizen should be supported by at least giving them the moral support they need”, the group said.

Mr. Uye further noted that it makes no sense for media organisation and stakeholders to promote negative allegations against the apex bank without adequate censorship.

“We are going to publish the list of those Bureau De Change Operators who actually applied and got their licenses processed”, the group added.

Also, the group absolved the Senate of the allegations that its members were been bribed, maintained that such grave allegations that are capable of undermining our institutions without proof should be discouraged.

Responding, the Patron, Federation of Freelance Journalists ,Dr Oliver Bula moved for a vote of confidence on the CBN management and advised the management to remain focused on their constitutional mandate.

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President Tinubu Celebrates Essiet at 40, Commends Her Service on Road Infrastructure and Community Development

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4 days ago

January 3, 2026

The Gleamer

By Joel Ajayi

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Ms. Abiodun Essiet, Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the President on Community Engagement (North-Central), on the occasion of her 40th birthday, celebrated on January 3.

The President lauded Essiet for her dedication to duty, particularly her active role in community engagement and her consistent participation in road monitoring and supervision exercises across the North-Central geopolitical zone.

In recent times, she has accompanied the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, on inspection tours aimed at assessing progress and ensuring quality delivery of road infrastructure projects across the region.

Essiet, a gender rights activist, community development advocate, and politician, has remained a strong link between the Federal Government and grassroots communities, listening to their concerns and conveying the Renewed Hope agenda to the people at the local level.

President Tinubu described the 40th birthday as a significant milestone, noting that it marks a new phase of greater accomplishments and service. He commended her commitment to engaging communities, fostering inclusion, and promoting development initiatives that directly impact the lives of citizens.

In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President wished Essiet a happy 40th birthday and encouraged her to continue serving with dedication, passion, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence in the discharge of her responsibilities

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