Stakeholders Urge Overhaul of Health Insurance to Save Lives
Health stakeholders call for urgent reform of Nigeria's dysfunctional health insurance scheme after a free medical outreach in Port Harcourt highlights the deadly cash-and-carry system.
Health stakeholders call for urgent reform of Nigeria's dysfunctional health insurance scheme after a free medical outreach in Port Harcourt highlights the deadly cash-and-carry system.
A high-level policy roundtable by WARDC and Amplify Change calls for political will and funding to stop preventable maternal deaths in Nigeria. Experts and lawmakers outline solutions.
A Nigerian businesswoman shares her distress as her warehouse sits dangerously close to the raging fire at the 22-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House in Lagos Island. See the dramatic video and details.
Rebecca Joynes, 30, gets 6.5-year sentence and life teaching ban for s3xual offences with two students, one she had a baby with. Shocking breach of trust detailed.
Agusto & Co assigns a BBB- rating with a stable outlook to Universal Insurance Plc, citing strong 2024 results, robust solvency, and improved profitability. Discover the key figures behind the rating.
A major fire has gutted the 22-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House on Lagos Island. Emergency services are battling the blaze as the number of casualties remains unknown. Get the latest updates.
Professor Kailani Mohammed retracts comments on Aliko Dangote's early business, issues an unreserved apology, and faces a N100 billion damages claim. Full details on the legal dispute and resolution.
Dr Ayo Ogunsan, LSSTF boss, deploys a monitoring team to ensure accountability and transparency in the use of security resources. Read how this move aims to boost public trust.
Financial regulators and housing experts warn Nigeria's economic growth is limited without affordable housing finance. Learn about the N250bn MRIF fund and new strategies.
Labour advocates urge IPMAN to provide health insurance for petrol station workers nationwide, citing daily exposure to toxic fumes and fire hazards. This follows NNPCL's new scheme for its retail workers.
SEEDAN lauds President Tinubu for the N50bn Seed Industry Catalytic Fund, a major boost for food security. The association also announces key milestones, including ISF membership.
Nigeria's Sovereign Wealth Fund, NSIA, surpasses $3 billion in assets in 2025, launching major projects in healthcare, renewable energy, and tech innovation. Read the full review of a year of progress.
NAICOM pushes for Takaful insurance growth to include underserved Nigerians. New 2025 law provides legal backing. Read how this ethical model will reshape the industry.
NCRIB President Ekeoma Ezeibe calls for a unified insurance industry to unlock Nigeria's economic potential. Learn how collaboration can drive growth and innovation.
Michelle Mills and Geraint Berry sentenced to 19 years for a devious plot to murder her husband and claim his life insurance. The victim bravely fought off masked attackers.
Following the 2025 Air India Boeing 787 crash, interim compensation has been paid to the lone survivor, victims' families, and ground survivors. Total liabilities reach hundreds of millions of dollars. Read the full report.
Taraba State launches an E-Referral and Claims Management System under its health insurance scheme, aiming to provide seamless healthcare for over 112,000 enrollees and move towards universal coverage.
Ieuan Crump, 26, sentenced to nine years for s3xually ass@ulting two vulnerable patients during fake medical examinations at Grange Hospital. Read the shocking details.
LSSTF CEO Dr Ayo Ogunsan inaugurates a monitoring team to track vehicles and assets for the RRS, ensuring transparency and accountability in Lagos security funding. Read more.
Commercial motorcyclists in Abeokuta protest a new N200 daily health insurance levy, calling it exploitation. Council chairmen defend the scheme as vital welfare. Read the full story.
FIFA announces a record $655 million prize fund for the 2026 World Cup, with winners earning $50 million. See the full breakdown for all 48 teams.
CFG Africa unveils a ₦1 billion ethical fund for Sharia-compliant investments. Experts at the Lagos forum urge policy shifts to boost Nigeria's real economy. Discover the strategic path for 2026.
Okada riders in Abeokuta protest a new ₦200 daily insurance premium, calling it an extra burden. Council chairmen defend the scheme as vital health coverage. Read the full story.
The NDIC has initiated a payout of up to N2 million per depositor for customers of Aso Savings and Union Homes. Learn about the verification process and what happens to balances above the insured limit.
Sean McKiernan, a former councillor, gets 3 years 9 months for stealing £150,000 from a mental health charity to fund drugs and escorts. A shocking breach of trust.
Nigerian Correctional Service and NHIA collaborate to provide health insurance coverage for inmates, aiming to improve rehabilitation and reduce recidivism. Learn more about this landmark initiative.
Lagos State Security Trust Fund's new CEO, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, outlines a modern, collaborative strategy for tackling security challenges, including public donations and a major town hall meeting on December 11.
SUNU Assurance shareholders approve N9 billion capital raising to meet new NIIRA 2025 requirements. The move aims to strengthen the firm's financial capacity before the July 2026 deadline.
A Nigerian man retracts false allegations against influencer Wizarab, accused of tampering with funds for Aunty Esther's cancer treatment. Wizarab's detailed rebuttal highlights key inconsistencies.
France reaffirms commitment to Nigeria's fight against Gender-Based Violence, investing in 21 local projects across 16 states. Ambassador Marc Fonbaustier highlights economic autonomy as key to protecting women. Read more.