22 h. ago Hamas Partially Accepts US Gaza Peace Plan, Seeks Amendments On Palestinian Rights

  Hamas said it has agreed in principle to release Israeli hostages under a United States-brokered peace proposal but demanded further negotiations on key political issues concerning the future of Gaza and Palestinian rights. In a statement on Friday, the group said it had accepted “to release all Israeli prisoners, both living and dead, according […]

Politics

22 h. ago Music, art, storytelling key to amplifying digital rights issues — Accountability Lab Nigeria

…laments weak enforcement of NDPC law From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Accountability Lab Nigeria, a strong incubator for creative ideas for accountability and anti-corruption, has highlighted the importance of music, art, and other forms of storytelling in amplifying digital rights issues in Nigeria. The organization also highlighted the alarming rate of abuse and misuse of personal […] The post Music, art, storytelling key to amplifying digital rights issues — Accountability Lab Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

54 h. ago IEI’s profit more than triples on stronger investment income

International Energy Insurance Plc (IEI) posted its strongest earnings in more than a decade as higher investment returns and revaluations read more IEI’s profit more than triples on stronger investment income

Politics

3 d. ago Cornerstone Insurance takes over annuity business of defunct Niger Insurance

to continue paying its customers Cornerstone Insurance Plc, one of Nigeria’s leading insurance providers has taken over the annuity business read more Cornerstone Insurance takes over annuity business of defunct Niger Insurance

Politics

4 d. ago FGM, Human Rights Issue Affecting Girl Child, Women – UNICEF

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has described Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) as a human rights issue, which must be tackled with all seriousness and put to an end. The Chief of UNICEF’s Lagos Field Office, Celine Lafoucriere, who stated this at a two-day Media Dialogue to support advocacy to end FMG in Nigeria, stressed […]

Politics

2 w. ago AIICO Insurance launches recycling project for a greener future

AIICO Insurance Plc is stepping up its commitment to environmental responsibility with its Recycling at AIICO Project, an initiative designed read more AIICO Insurance launches recycling project for a greener future

Politics

2 w. ago AIICO Insurance Unveils Recycling Project For Greener Future

AIICO Insurance Plc is stepping up its commitment to environmental responsibility with its ‘Recycling at AIICO Project,’ an initiative designed to reduce non-biodegradable waste, promote responsible consumption, and create a workplace culture that actively supports sustainability. Launched in the fourth quarter of 2024, the project reflects AIICO’s belief that corporate success extends beyond profits, encompassing […]

Politics

2 w. ago Nigeria’s economy back on global investors’ radar as reforms take hold

Tribune Online Nigeria’s economy back on global investors’ radar as reforms take hold CBN’s FX overhaul, stable naira spark renewed confidence despite lag in long-term FDIs Nigeria is re-emerging as a preferred destination for global capital, with fresh data showing inflows hit $5.6 billion in the first quarter of 2025, the highest in five years. The rise, a 67 percent increase from the $3.4 billion recorded a year […] Nigeria’s economy back on global investors’ radar as reforms take hold Tribune Online

Politics

2 w. ago AIICO Insurance: Championing sustainability with nationwide recycling initiative

Tribune Online AIICO Insurance: Championing sustainability with nationwide recycling initiative When corporate boardrooms begin to think beyond balance sheets and embrace the responsibility of safeguarding the planet, society takes a bold step towards sustainability. This is the story unfolding at AIICO Insurance Plc, one of Nigeria’s foremost insurers, which has launched a recycling initiative that transcends corporate responsibility and speaks to the heart of community […] AIICO Insurance: Championing sustainability with nationwide recycling initiative Tribune Online

Politics

3 w. ago Senate’s continuous blockade of Natasha unconstitutional, gendered injustice –Womanifesto

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Womanifesto, a coalition representing over 280 women’s rights organizations across Nigeria, has issued a powerful condemnation of the Nigerian Senate’s ongoing exclusion of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing it as a “constitutional assault, a democratic crisis, and a gendered injustice.” The senator for Kogi Central was suspended on March 6, 2025, for […] The post Senate’s continuous blockade of Natasha unconstitutional, gendered injustice –Womanifesto appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

3 w. ago Central Bank, Securities Exchange Approve Wema Bank’s N150bn Rights Issue

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have approved Wema Bank Plc’s N150 billion rights issue. The bank concluded its Rights Issue on May 21st,2025, having opened the Issue on April 14th,2025. This Rights Issue was undertaken in response to the CBN’s directive on the recapitalisation of banks in […]

Politics

3 w. ago AIICO Insurance targets N19.6bn profit on rising investment income

AIICO Insurance Plc expects profits to climb in 2025, banking on robust investment income and stronger insurance service margins as read more AIICO Insurance targets N19.6bn profit on rising investment income

Politics

3 w. ago Wema surpasses minimum capital requirement as N150bn rights issue gets CBN, SEC approvals

Wema Bank Plc has announced the successful completion of its N150 billion Rights Issue, which opened on April 14, 2025, read more Wema surpasses minimum capital requirement as N150bn rights issue gets CBN, SEC approvals

Politics

3 w. ago Guinea Insurance Premium Hits N2.94bn As Shareholders Approve Recapitalisation Plan

Guinea Insurance Plc shareholders have approved the company’s raising additional capital when necessary, in accordance with the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act 2025 (NIIRA 2025). The shareholders, at the company’s 67th annual general meeting (AGM) held virtually, said this approval would give the insurer flexibility to strengthen its capital base, comply with upcoming regulatory benchmarks, […]

Politics

3 w. ago Sovereign Trust: Four directors offload N2.48bn shares ahead of recapitalisation

No fewer than four insiders in Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc have raked in about N2.48 billion by selling the shares read more Sovereign Trust: Four directors offload N2.48bn shares ahead of recapitalisation

Politics

3 w. ago Rights Issue: Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc to raise N20bn I’m fresh capital

Tribune Online Rights Issue: Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc to raise N20bn I’m fresh capital Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc, at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) slated for September 25, 2025, will ask shareholders to approve plans to raise N20 billion in fresh capital. In a notice filed with the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), the company explained that the capital raise could be carried out through a mix of share issuance options, […] Rights Issue: Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc to raise N20bn I’m fresh capital Tribune Online

Politics

last month Sovereign Trust plans N20bn capital raise as sector undergoes recapitalisation

Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc has unveiled a proposal to raise up to N20 billion via a mix of share sale read more Sovereign Trust plans N20bn capital raise as sector undergoes recapitalisation

Politics