The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has revised its casualty figure from the recent Abuja-Kaduna train derailment, confirming that 20 passengers sustained injuries, contrary to its earlier report of seven. The …
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NSIB Targets September 25 for Abuja-Kaduna Train Derailment Report
The Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has said its final report on the recent Abuja-Kaduna train derailment will be ready and submitted to relevant authorities by September 25, 2025. The …
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NSIA Insurance Reports N30.15bn Premium Growth, PBT Hits N3.44bn in 2024
NSIA Insurance Limited has announced a 35 per cent growth in its composite Gross Written Premium, which rose to N30.15bn in 2024 from N22.29bn recorded in 2023. The company disclosed …
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Nigerian Economic Society to Honour Shettima, Iyabo Masha, Others at Annual Conference
The Nigerian Economic Society (NES) has announced that Vice President Kashim Shettima and Dr. Iyabo Masha, Director of the Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four on International Monetary Affairs and Development (G-24), …
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Access ARM Pensions Urges Nigerians to Embrace AVCs for Retirement Security
Access ARM Pensions has intensified its campaign to raise awareness about Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs), stressing that they are one of the most effective ways for Nigerians to achieve financial …
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Lasaco Assurance Moves to Transfer Annuity Business to Cornerstone Insurance
Lasaco Assurance Plc has announced plans to transfer its annuity business portfolio to Cornerstone Insurance Plc as part of a broader strategic realignment within the company. The announcement was contained …
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Boat Accidents Claim 92 Lives in Nigeria Despite Safety Campaigns
About 92 passengers have reportedly died in different boat accidents across Nigeria between January and August 2025, despite ongoing efforts by the Federal Government to improve safety on the nation’s …
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Naira Strengthens Slightly at Official Market as Reserves Hit $41.27bn
The naira recorded a slight gain on the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market on Friday, closing at ₦1,531.57 per dollar. This marked a 0.23 per cent appreciation compared to the previous …
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Ecobank Nigeria Celebrates Nigerian Art Masters with Special Exhibition in Lagos
Ecobank Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the country’s creative arts industry as it launched a major exhibition in Lagos showcasing the works of legendary Nigerian artists. The exhibition, …
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Cutix Plc Profit Falls 81% in Q1 2025 Despite Rising Assets
Cutix Plc, a Nigerian cable manufacturing company listed on the Nigerian Exchange, has reported a sharp decline in profit for the first quarter of its 2025 financial year. The company’s …