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MAPOLY Students Begin Receiving Student Loan Payments
Students at Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) in Abeokuta have begun receiving credit alerts for the student loans they applied for, according to the institution’s Rector, Dr. Adeoye Odedeji.
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the newly-elected Students Union Government (SUG) members on Friday in Abeokuta, Dr. Odedeji confirmed that several students had already received the funds in their bank accounts.
The Rector expressed satisfaction with the swift disbursement of the loans, noting that it would significantly ease the financial burden on many students and enable them to focus more on their studies.
He commended both the students and the administration for their cooperation in ensuring a smooth application process.
Dr. Odedeji further highlighted the importance of the student loan program in promoting access to higher education, especially for those facing financial difficulties.
He encouraged students who had not yet applied for the loans to take advantage of the opportunity, emphasizing that the initiative is designed to support their academic journey and future success.
The event also marked the official swearing-in of the new SUG leaders, where Dr. Odedeji called on them to be proactive in representing the student body and working collaboratively with the institution’s management to foster a positive and productive campus environment.
MTN has moved closer to acquiring IHS Holding, following shareholder approval of the proposed takeover, marking another major milestone in the transaction.
The approval was secured during the Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held on 4 August, allowing the deal to progress to the next stage.
If completed, the acquisition is expected to strengthen MTN’s infrastructure capabilities by giving the company greater control over its telecommunications tower assets. Industry analysts believe the move could improve network efficiency, reduce long-term operating costs, and support MTN’s continued expansion across its markets.
The transaction is still subject to regulatory approvals and other closing conditions before it can be officially completed.
Nigeria’s three biggest cement manufacturers—Dangote Cement, BUA Cement, and HBM Nigeria—generated a combined ₦3.2 trillion in revenue during the first half of 2026.
The strong performance was driven by higher cement prices, increased demand from housing and infrastructure projects, and higher sales volumes across the country.
Compared to the same period in 2025, the companies recorded 26.5% revenue growth, showing that Nigeria’s construction sector continues to expand despite economic challenges. The companies also reported stronger profits and are investing further to increase production capacity to meet future demands.
Nigerian fintech company OPay has introduced new security features to improve the safety of its application.
The company unveiled the Emergency Lock and Safety PIN features to give customers better control over their funds and provide added protection against fraud and unauthorized transactions.
The Emergency Lock feature allows customers to instantly freeze their OPay account with a single tap whenever they sense a threat or believe their account may be at risk.
The newly launched Safety PIN introduces an additional layer of security, helping customers protect themselves in situations where they may be forced to make a transfer or payment against their will.
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