Nurses, Midwives Reject Oyo Health Insurance Deduction
NANNM Oyo State Council rejects proposed 7.5% salary deduction for health insurance, citing financial strain on workers. Read their full statement and demands.
NANNM Oyo State Council rejects proposed 7.5% salary deduction for health insurance, citing financial strain on workers. Read their full statement and demands.
Health stakeholders in Lagos demand urgent action to fix PHCs, revealing a massive shortage of facilities and doctors. The state needs 2,000 new centres to meet WHO standards and achieve universal health coverage.
The Federal Government has begun final interviews for the National Health Fellows 2.0 programme in Ogun State. Successful candidates will help strengthen local health systems. Read more about this initiative.
Universal Insurance Plc CEO Japhet Duru reveals a 2026 strategy focused on digital innovation to enhance customer experience and expand market share. Learn how technology is reshaping Nigeria's insurance sector.
The Federal Government says closing Nigeria's gender health gap is vital for economic growth and sustainable reforms. A new foundation launches to tackle high maternal mortality and systemic healthcare challenges.
Only 18 out of over 50 insurers are ready for NAICOM's capital verification ahead of the July 30 deadline. The exercise aims to strengthen the sector and boost claims payment. Read more.
PETROAN confirms discussions with NNPCL to acquire and revive the Port Harcourt Refinery for $2 billion. The move aims to boost local refining and stabilise fuel prices in Nigeria.
Nigerian health journalists urge a higher sugar tax and 2% CRF allocation to BHCPF to boost domestic health financing. AHBN warns of a public health emergency due to family planning commodity shortages.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has mandated the NNPCL to provide full details of its $3 billion Afreximbank loan to HEDA Resource Centre. This landmark ruling champions transparency in Nigeria's oil sector. Read the full story.
Nigeria's insurance sector sees a surge in investor interest driven by NAICOM's reforms and the 2026 recapitalisation deadline. Commissioner Segun Omosehin outlines the push for stronger, credible insurers. Read the full analysis.
The ADC party warns President Tinubu's write-off of NNPCL's legacy debt is illegal and will cause massive revenue loss for states and LGAs. Read the full analysis.
Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc paid N35.3 billion in claims by September 2025, a record high. The payout shows strong commitment to policyholders amid economic challenges. Read the full breakdown.
Nigeria's Federal Government pledges stronger regional collaboration on health security in West Africa, aligning with Africa CDC's agenda. Learn about the key initiatives and commitments.
The heartbreaking final calls of businessman Nze Obum, trapped in the Lagos Great Nigeria building fire, reveal a desperate struggle for survival. Read the full story and public outrage.
Heartbreaking details emerge as China-based trader Nze Obum made desperate calls from under rubble after the Great Nigeria House fire at Balogun Market. Read the full story.
The Nigerian stock market closed 2025 on a high note, with investor wealth surging by N411 billion. The NGX All-Share Index rose 0.42% as trading volume hit 4.7 billion shares. Discover the top gainers and losers.
The Nigerian equities market surged by N411 billion on Tuesday, with trading volume jumping 219% to 4.68 billion shares. Market capitalisation closed at N98.843 trillion. Discover the top gainers and losers.
NAICOM insists the July 30, 2026, recapitalisation deadline is fixed by law. NDIC says remitting 50% of earnings to govt hampers its Deposit Insurance Fund growth. Read the full details.
NDIC reaffirms strict adherence to fiscal regulations while seeking exemption from a 50% cost-to-income policy to build a robust fund for protecting depositors. Learn about the strategic talks with MOFI.
The Building Collapse Prevention Guild raises alarm over systemic fire safety failures in Lagos Island skyscrapers after the Great Nigeria Insurance inferno. Urgent government action demanded.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has cleared N4.01 trillion in subsidy arrears owed by the FG after FAAC reconciliation. Discover the details and implications for Nigeria's economy.
The devastating fire at the Great Nigeria Insurance building on Lagos Island has claimed five lives, injured 12, and destroyed millions in goods. Traders call for urgent government action as the blaze continues to burn.
Nigerian insurance leaders call for enhanced actuarial capacity to improve risk management and increase insurance penetration. A recent Lagos workshop highlights the critical need for investment in local expertise.
AIICO Insurance Plc has launched a refreshed brand identity to drive innovation and expand its market reach in Nigeria. The move aims to rebuild public confidence and cater to a younger, tech-savvy customer base. Read more.
NNPC Limited reports record N5.4 trillion profit while directors' fees jump to N4.1 billion. Zero staff resignations in 2024 as administrative costs surge. Read the full analysis.
Public policy analyst James Okafor assesses NNPCL GCEO Bayo Ojulari's focus on regional energy collaboration and strategic positioning over quick wins. Discover the key projects shaping Nigeria's continental energy role.
Leaders in Rivers State's Kpean community demand urgent federal action over a massive oil spill destroying farmlands and rivers. They accuse FG, Shell, and NNPCL of negligence.
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.