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West African insurers under the auspices of the West Africa Insurance Companies Association (WAICA) are set to offer insurance solutions to the ongoing climatic change that is disrupting countries in the Africa and the rest of the world. The underwriters, through its the 2025 WAICA Education conference, scheduled to take place from Sunday, 12 October […]

  Unitrust Insurance Company Limited has renovated the Hall it recently donated to the College of Insurance and Financial Management (CIFM), Asese, Ogun State. The Hall, the insurer said, gives students and professionals in the insurance sector a more comfortable and modern place to learn. The upgraded hall now has fresh wall coverings and painting, […]

Although the insurance industry is currently undergoing an ongoing recapitalisation exercise, with insurance and reinsurance firms being the target, there are indications that Takaful and micro-insurance outfits will also soon be asked to upgrade their capital. LEADERSHIP learnt that the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) is currently assessing the insurance industry’s subsectors to choose the best […]

  The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has partnered  the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to support the participation of Nigerian Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) at the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) held in Algiers, Algeria. This strategic collaboration aimed to provide Nigerian entrepreneurs with access to new markets, showcase their products, and forge […]

The All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) unveiled a digital identity card and database platform on Wednesday to strengthen its farmers’ register and accurately capture the identity of members nationwide. AFAN also inaugurated an advisory board to represent members’ interests and engage the government on their behalf. The national president of AFAN, Dr Farouk Rabiu-Mudi, […]

  Oil major, Shell is hoping to execute more Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) output in Nigeria as the LNG is becoming the Company’s biggest contribution to the energy industry over the next decade in terms of value and as it seeks to cut emissions from fossil fuel production. The chief executive officer (CEO ) of […]

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has renewed calls for increased donor support to meet Africa’s growing climate finance needs. The bank, in a statement, made the call during a side event at the Second Africa Climate Summit, Addis Ababa, where the Africa Climate Change Fund (ACCF) showcased its impact across the continent. AfDB’s director of […]

  The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has met with contractors handling its various housing projects across the country to accelerate the pace of work and ensure the timely delivery of projects in accordance with contractual obligations. The meeting was presided over by the permanent secretary, Dr Shuaib Belgore, and the directors of the […]

  Nigeria has taken a major step to fortify its fight against economic crimes with the official launch of the ISO 37003:2025 Fraud Control Management Systems standard, in partnership with the British Standards Institution (BSI). The landmark framework aims to strengthen business integrity, enhance transparency, and reassure global investors of Nigeria’s commitment to combating fraud […]

  Cassona Healthcare Group has unveiled a new initiative in Lagos to transform healthcare delivery across Nigeria. The initiative provides affordable medical equipment and hands-on training for doctors. According to the chairman and CEO of Cassona Healthcare Group, John Chigbu, the company’s mission is to provide affordable medical imaging equipment and ensure that the equipment […]