Lasaco Assurance raises N19.3bn in Right Issue
By Elizabeth Adegbesan Lasaco Assurance Plc has recorded another significant milestone in its ongoing recapitalisation programme, raising N19.3 billion from existing shareholders in its recently concluded Right Issue. This figure surpasses the intended N18.47 billion subscription level by 4.5 percent. According to the Company, this milestone reinforces its commitment to meeting the requirements of the Nigerian […]
SEDC to launch agro-mechanisation programme in Enugu, inspects 4,000 hectares of land
By Anayo Okoli ENUGU — The South East Development Commission (SEDC) says it has concluded inspections of about 4,000 hectares of land in Enugu State ahead of the commencement of its agro-mechanisation programme aimed at boosting food production and enhancing food security. The inspection followed a series of stakeholder engagement meetings held across the state’s […]
Benue pensioners renew protest threat, demand payment of arrears, gratuities
The Concerned Pensioners Association of Benue State has renewed its demand for the payment of outstanding pension arrears and gratuities, accusing the state government of remaining silent more than one month after pensioners staged a protest in Makurdi over what they described as the violation of their rights.
FG launches LPG cylinder distribution programme in Bayelsa
By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa The Federal Government on Tuesday launched its State-Level Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Cylinder Distribution Programme in Bayelsa State, with 27,000 households expected to benefit from the initiative aimed at expanding access to clean cooking energy. Bayelsa is the first state to host the state-level rollout of the programme, which forms part […]
NCA Chair Hayab launches foundation for Boko Haram victim, George Ojih
The Chairman of the Northern Christian Association (NCA), Reverend Joseph John Hayab has inaugurated Rev George Ojih’s Legacy Foundation (RGOLF) aims to support orphans, widows and vulnerable groups in Borno state.
House Hearing: SPIN calls for swift passage of chartered sustainability institute bill
By Dapo Akinrefon The Sustainability Professionals Institute of Nigeria (SPIN) has urged the National Assembly to fast-track the passage of a bill seeking to establish the Chartered Sustainability Professional Institute of Nigeria, describing the proposed legislation as a critical step towards regulating sustainability practice and strengthening Nigeria’s readiness for global Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) […]
