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BBN Winner Mercy Eke’s ₦100 Million Trapped in Heritage Bank Crisis
Central Bank of Nigeria has taken away Heritage Bank’s permission to operate because the bank has had money problems for five years and couldn’t recover bad loans. Yemi Cardoso, who leads the Central Bank, decided it was time to do this.
Many customers of the bank are upset. Mercy Eke, who won money on the Big Brother Naija show, is one of them. She was told to put her prize money, which is a lot (over ₦100 million), in Heritage Bank. She didn’t know the bank was not doing well.
The NDIC, which protects bank customers, says people with N5 million or less in their accounts will get their money back in one week. But people like Mercy Eke, who have more money saved, will have to wait until the bank sells its things to get their money back.
This news is a big reminder for everyone to be careful with their money and always know how safe their bank is. If you have money in Heritage Bank, you should talk to the NDIC to know what to do next.
Nigerian singer Mr Eazi has opened up about business and how he actually failed before becoming successful.
In a recent interview, the singer shared that he borrowed €40,000 from his uncle to start a business, but the venture failed.
“I remember one time I took money from my uncle to do business; the business went south. And then he was chasing me for the money… I was so embarrassed that my dad had to pay,” he said.
He added that the experience sharpened his mindset on business.
Popular Nigerian actress Oby Kechere, known for her role as “Madam Koi Koi,” has unfortunately passed away after battling an illness.
The news was revealed by the Directors Guild of Nigeria, which stated “It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Madam Cecilia Oby Kechere, Vice Chairman of the DGN Abuja Chapter.
“We were informed yesterday that she passed on Monday, 27th April 2026, after a prolonged illness.”
Many have taken to social media to pay tribute to the actress.
Nigerian streamer Carter Efe made headlines following his recent boxing match against singer Portable. The outcome of the match saw Carter Efe emerge as the winner.
It was revealed that the fight took place at the Balmoral Centre, with a ₦50 million prize on the line. After three rounds, Carter Efe came out victorious.
It can be noted that Portable’s last match was against Speed Darlington, which he won.
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