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Kayi KMC Launches Micro Finance Headquarters in Kano, Aims for Global Reach

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Emir of Bichi,Kano and Saadina Dantata during the launch

Kano, Nigeria – The launch of the Kayi KMC Micro Finance application in Kano has marked a significant milestone in the financial technology sector. The innovative technology, designed to safeguard people’s deposits, is gaining momentum both locally and globally.

Speaking at the launch event, Saadina Dantata, the driving force behind Kayi KMC Micro Finance, emphasized the application’s core mission of protecting individuals’ savings. The wallet boasts robust security features, functioning as a second layer of protection. It seamlessly integrates with financial institutions worldwide, ensuring users’ financial security.

Dantata highlighted the versatility of the application, enabling users to purchase items such as recharge cards, data plans, and pay electricity bills. Additionally, it provides a platform for trading in various financial assets, including silver and commodities. Notably, Kayi KMC has acquired a significant stake, owning 50 percent of the company.

The impact of the Kayi KMC Micro Finance application extends far beyond Nigeria, with users worldwide numbering a staggering 33 million and counting. The global community’s interest reflects the growing demand for secure and efficient financial technology solutions.

Emir of Bichi, Nasiru Ado Bayero, spoke at the launch, expressing his belief that Kayi KMC would contribute to reducing crime rates. He recognized the necessity of such financial innovations, particularly in the context of current economic challenges.

Meanwhile, Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, acknowledged the application’s potential to counteract financial decline and highlighted the remarkable successes achieved by the global economy. He emphasized the urgency of introducing such innovations in Kano and its surrounding regions, underscoring the significance of Kayi KMC’s efforts.

Abdulganiyu Rufai Yakubu, the product lead for Kayi KMC, shared insights into the application’s capabilities. He stated that Kayi KMC transcends conventional internet services, offering a broader spectrum of services, including insurance and healthcare. Furthermore, the application’s adaptability enables its operation in remote and underserved communities. The company’s ambitious goal is to extend its reach across the entire African continent, starting from Kano and expanding to four Northern states. Their vision includes making financial inclusion accessible to all Nigerians.

The launch of Kayi KMC Micro Finance has set a course for financial empowerment, security, and accessibility, not only for Kano but also for the broader Nigerian and African population.

 

A New Era in Financial Innovation Begins”
KMC-KAYI Bank stands as a trailblazing financial institution headquartered in Kano, Nigeria,
with a resolute mission to reshape the financial landscape through innovative and secure digital
banking solutions. This visionary digital bank is deeply committed to augmenting financial
accessibility, fortifying security, and embracing a customer-centric ethos.
During his inaugural address, the Managing Director of KMC-KAYI Bank articulated that the
bank signifies more than just a financial entity; it embodies a catalyst for change, a gateway to
empowerment, and an emblem of security, agility, and customer contentment.
Addressing the unique features of KMC-KAYI Bank, Abdulganiyu Rufai, the Product Lead,
expounded, “At KMC-KAYI Bank, we harness the formidable potentials of web3 technologies to
fashion a seamlessly secure financial ecosystem. Our integration with top-tier cybersecurity
solutions guarantees the safeguarding of financial transactions against potential threats.”
“In the contemporary world, characterized by relentless swiftness, speed is of paramount
importance. Our cutting-edge ML server architecture empowers us to facilitate lightning-fast
transactions, enabling you to send and receive money with unmatched speed and unwavering
reliability,” emphasized Dr. Rufai.
Furthermore, Alhaji Saadina Dantata, Chairman of KMC-KAYI Bank, elaborated, “KMC-KAYI
Bank is poised to redefine modern banking by offering a comprehensive array of services.
Ranging from stock investments and insurance to loan facilities and a savings structure with an
exceptional return on investment, we cater to all your financial requisites under one roof.”
Dantata further expounded, “Our journey commences with inclusivity, targeting the unbanked
and underbanked segments of society, thereby ensuring access to financial services that were
hitherto out of reach. We also extend our services to the diaspora community, proffering cuttingedge cross-border payment solutions and supplying contemporary banking solutions for urban
professionals.”
The official opening of KMC-KAYI Bank was graced by the presence of esteemed dignitaries,
including His Royal Highness, The Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Bayero, OFR, SP, who delivered
a heartfelt address said that He wished KMC KAYI well and assurred them of his full support
and that of the Emirate .
His Royal Highness also said “I am very optimists it will contribute immensely to the economic
and social well being of our people” before officially inaugurating KMC-KAYI Bank.
Also in attendance was His Royal Highness Mai Martaba Sarkin Bichi, Alhaji Nasiru Ado Bayero,
and he showed his excitement about the KMC-KAYI Bank , he explained that this platform will
help the people in terms of running their business, receiving payments and also an avenue for
creating job opportunities to the Kano population.
Kano State Elder Statesman and legendary Businessman, Maigirma Alhaji Aminu Alhassan
Dantata who was represented by Alhaji Tajudeen Dantata mentioned that “This a great.development for the people of kano and Nigeria at large, he called on his fellow business ment o accept KMC KAYI”

Recall that last week in Abuja, the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy,
Dr. Bosun Tijani unveiled the Kayi App, promoted by KMC-KAYI Bank, which envisions a future where finance is not just accessible but also transformational.
The Kayi App is committed to enhancing financial inclusion through a customer-centric approach. Local agents are onboarding customers, promoting transactions, and boosting financial literacy. Next up: the launch of our efficient web app, followed by the mobile app release for an enhanced customer experience.

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President Tinubu Sacks UNIZIK Vice-Chancellor, Registrar

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The governing council of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University has been dissolved by President Bola Tinubu.

The president dissolved the council and approved the removal of the institution’s vice-chancellor Bernard Odoh and the university registrar, Rosemary Nwokike.

A statement by Bayo Onanuga, the special adviser to the president on information and strategy said the action by Tinubu follows allegations of procedural violations in the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor.

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He also said that the council led by Greg Ozumba Mbadiwe and including five other members—Hafiz Oladejo, Augustine Onyedebelu, Engr. Amioleran Osahon, and Rtd. Gen. Funsho Oyeneyin was accused of bypassing due process to appoint an unqualified candidate, prompting federal intervention.

Onanuga said, “The sacking of the governing council and officials followed reports that the council illegally appointed an unqualified vice-chancellor without following due process.

He added that following the controversial appointment, the Federal Government stepped in to address the rivalry between the university’s Senate and the governing council of the institution.

“The government expressed concern over the council’s apparent disregard for the university’s governing laws in its selection process”, Onanuga added.

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Boost for Nigeria’s Oil Production, As NNPC’s Utapate Crude Grade Hits Global Oil Market

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Managing Director, NNPC E & P Limited (NEPL), Mr. Nicholas Foucart speaks at the official unveiling of the Utapate crude oil blend during the Utapate Crude Roadshow held on the sidelines of the 2024 Argus European Crude Conference in London, United Kingdom, on Wednesday.

 

 

In a major boost for Nigeria’s crude oil production, revenue generation and
economic growth efforts, the NNPC Ltd has officially unveiled its latest crude oil
grade, the Utapate crude oil blend, before the international crude oil market.

It would be recalled that in July, 2024, NNPC Ltd and its partner, the Sterling Oil
Exploration & Energy Production Company (SEEPCO) Ltd introduced the Utapate
crude oil blend, following the lifting of first cargo of 950,000 barrels which headed
for Spain.

During a ceremony held at the Argus European Crude Conference taking place in
London, United Kingdom, on Wednesday, the Managing Director, NNPC E & P
Limited (NEPL), Mr. Nicholas Foucart described the introduction of the Utapate
crude oil blend into the market as a significant milestone for Nigeria’s crude oil
export to the global energy market.

“Since we started producing the Utapate Field in May 2024, we have rapidly
ramped up production to 40,000 barrels per day (bpd) with minimum downtime.
So far, we have exported five cargoes, largely to Spain and the East Coast of the
United States; while two more additional cargoes have been secured for November
and December 2024, representing a significant boost to Nigeria’s crude oil export
to the global market,” Foucart told a packed audience of European crude oil
marketers.
He added that since its introduction into the global market, the Utapate crude oil
blend has enjoyed a positive response from the international crude oil market, due
to its highly attractive qualities.
Foucart said the Oil Mining Lease (OML) 13, fully operated by NEPL and Natural
Oilfield Services Ltd (NOSL), a subsidiary of SEEPCO Ltd, boasts a huge reserves of
330million barrels of crude oil reserves, 45 million barrels of condensate and 3.5 tcf
of gas.
“We have a number of ongoing projects to increase our production from the
current 40,000bopd to 50,000bopd by January 2025 and 60,000bopd to
65,000bopd by June 2025. Essentially, we are targeting opportunities to increase
production to 80,000bopd by the end of 2025,” Foucart added.He said the Utapate crude oil terminal is sustainable, affordable and fully compliant
with the rigorous environmental regulations and sustainability principles especially
those aimed at reducing carbon emissions and other ecological effects.
Also speaking, the Managing Director of NNPC Trading Ltd (NTL), Mr. Lawal Sade
said the pricing structure of the Utapate crude oil blend is similar to that of
Amenam crude as it is a light sweet crude which is highly sought after by refiners
across the world due to its low sulphur content, efficient yield of high-value
products, API gravity and other similarities.
He said in bringing the new crude oil blend to the global market, NNPC Ltd wanted
to optimise value for both its producers and counterparties across the globe.
He added to ensure predictability and sustainability of supply, the NNPC Trading
intends to run a term contract on the Utapate crude oil blend cargoes, principally
targeting off-takers from the European and the US East Coast refineries.
Produced from the Utapate field in OML 13 in Akwa Ibom State in Nigeria, the
Utapate crude oil blend is similar to the Nembe crude oil grade. It has a low sulphur
content of 0.0655% and low carbon footprint due to flare gas elimination, fitting
perfectly into the required specification of major buyers in Europe.
The NNPC E&P Ltd and NOSL partnership is also committed to operating in a
manner that is safe, environmentally responsible, and beneficial to the local
communities.
The Utapate field development plan, executed between 2013-2019 and approved in
October, included converting wells and facilities from swamp/marine to land-
based operations.
The plan involved a multi-rig drilling campaign for 40 wells and the development
of significant infrastructure such as production facilities, storage tank, a subsea
pipeline and an offshore loading platform to facilitate crude oil evacuation and
loading.

The entry of the Utapate crude oil blend into the market is coming barely a year
after the NNPC Ltd announced the launch of Nembe crude oil, produced by the
NNPC/Aiteo operated Oil Mining Lease (OML) 29 Joint Venture (JV).

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In a statement by Olufemi O Soneye Chief corporate communications officer NNPCL said the remarkable achievement signals the commitment of the NNPC Ltd to
increasing Nigeria’s crude oil production and growing its reserves through the
development of new assets.

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Nasir Buba Expresses Dissatisfaction with AIG Zone One’s Conclusion Despite Submitting Over 1000 Pieces of Evidence

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Nasir Buba has voiced dissatisfaction with the AIG Zone One’s conclusion, despite submitting over 1000 pieces of evidence alleging illicit affairs between Auwalu Danladi Sankara and his wife, Tasleem.

Contrary to his expectations, the police found no prima facie case against the suspects, effectively clearing them of wrongdoing.

Addressing Journalists, Tuesday the Complainant said he tendered before the Police 854 pictures, 150 pages of WhatsApp conversations between Auwalu and Tasleem, explaining that he obtained the evidences from his wife’s phone.

The complainant however said he would not take any further decision since the office of the AIG which is the highest Police authority in Kano vindicated the duo, noting that he has chosen to put his trust in divine justice.

Also in his response, Counsel to Mr. Buba, Barrister Rabi’u Sidi expressed his surprised with the Police finding despite the plethora of evidences tendered to them.

He added that the complainant was not in court the day it delivered the ruling and according to him was not represented by his lawyer.

“As complainant we’re necessary and very important party to this case. We were not informed of the day the court delivered its ruling, discharging Auwalu and Tasleem.” The Counsel argued.

He Counsel stated that the legal team of the complainant will sit down and study the findings of Police

Justice Watch News, earlier reports that the Kano State Upper Shari’a Court presided over by Ibrahim Sarki Yola terminated the case against Auwal Danladi Sankara and Tasleem Baba Nabegu.

He said his position predicated upon submissions of AIG Zone One Kano and Legal Advise from Kano Attorney General

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