This, partnership reflects both institutions’ shared commitment to advancing meaningful conversations on innovation, professional development, and the future of insurance in Nigeria, while strengthening the connection between the insurance profession and the wider technology ecosystem.

This milestone year, the 5th edition, under the theme “Building Insurance That Connects,” will convene insurance professionals, technology leaders, regulators, innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, and other stakeholders to examine how technology, collaboration, and new ideas can help create a more connected, accessible, and responsive insurance industry.

Speaking on the partnership, Mr. Akinjide Orimolade, President/Chairman of Council, CIIN, said, “As the industry continues to evolve, we must ensure that innovation is matched by competence, professionalism and a clear understanding of the customer we ultimately serve. This is why CIIN continues to lend its full support to platforms such as IMT provides an important space for the insurance community to have honest conversations, challenge old assumptions, and collectively consider what a more connected, technology-driven, and future-ready industry should look like. Our partnership with IMT for this edition is a reaffirmation of that commitment, and we are confident this year’s conversations will move the industry closer to the innovative future we all envision”

Also, Odion Aleobua, Founder/Convener of IMT and Chief Executive Officer, Creato Urban, stated, “CIIN’s continued institutional support speaks to the credibility this platform has built over the years. It reflects an industry that recognises IMT as more than an event, but as a genuine driver of change within the insurance and technology space. This partnership strengthens our ability to convene the right stakeholders, drive the right conversations, and deliver solutions for an industry that must keep evolving. As we approach the 5th edition, our commitment remains to position IMT as a trusted platform where the future of insurance in Nigeria is actively shaped.”

Over the past four editions, IMT has established itself as a platform for dialogue between the insurance and technology sectors, bringing together industry leaders and emerging innovators to examine technology’s role in shaping the future of insurance.

This edition will build on that foundation with high-level panel discussions, keynote sessions, technology showcases, and networking opportunities focused on digital transformation, emerging technologies, professional development, customer experience, and the broader evolution of the insurance ecosystem.

About Insurance Meets Tech (IMT)

IMT is West Africa’s leading annual insurance and technology conference, dedicated to promoting collaboration between the insurance industry and the technology ecosystem. Through conferences, thought leadership, networking, and strategic partnerships, IMT serves as a gateway for digital transformation, industry growth, and customer-centric innovation within the insurance sector.Qw

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Speaking at Dangote Petroleum Refinery IPO High-Level Investor Engagement hosted by the NSE, Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, lauded Umaru Kwairanga, Group Chairman of NGX Group, and Temi Popoola, Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, for their role in advancing collaboration among African capital-market institutions.

Dangote said stronger collaboration among African exchanges could create opportunities for companies to access capital across multiple African markets, rather than limiting their capital-market presence to their home countries.

He cited the planned Dangote refinery in Mokowe – Lamu as an example of the opportunities that could emerge from stronger integration, suggesting that companies with operations across the continent should be able to consider listings in more than one African market.

The Nairobi engagement builds on a strategic meeting convened by NGX Group in Lagos in April, which brought together leaders of major African exchanges to discuss cross-border market connectivity and opportunities to strengthen collaboration among African capital markets.

For Popoola, the significance of the engagement extends beyond any single transaction.

“When we began this engagement, our objective was continental: to bring African exchanges together and explore how we can create stronger connections between African capital markets,” Popoola said.

“Kenya represents an important first step in translating that ambition into practical collaboration. We see this engagement with the Nairobi Securities Exchange as a model that can be strengthened and potentially replicated across other markets on the continent.”

While the Dangote Petroleum Refinery offer provides a practical context for the collaboration, the broader objective is to strengthen relationships between African markets and facilitate greater cross-border access to capital-market opportunities.

The initiative also aligns with wider continental efforts, including the African Exchanges Linkage Project (AELP), to strengthen connectivity and facilitate cross-border trading and investment among African exchanges.

The broader significance of the Nigeria–Kenya engagement comes into sharper focus with the planned groundbreaking of Dangote’s proposed 700,000-barrel-per-day refinery in Lamu. The project, which is intended to serve the East African market, reflects the scale of cross-border business and investment opportunities emerging across the continent.

Popoola said the ambition was to build on the Kenya engagement and develop a model for broader cooperation across the continent.

“We see the work with Kenya as a prototype for how African markets can support greater connectivity among themselves. This is an important step towards facilitating cross-border access to capital-market opportunities, with the potential to scale across West Africa and the wider continent,” he said.

Frank Mwiti, Chief Executive Officer of the Nairobi Securities Exchange, also commended NGX Group for its role in facilitating the engagement. He noted that stronger collaboration among African exchanges could deepen relationships between markets, promote the sharing of expertise and create greater opportunities for investors and issuers across the continent.

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Speaking at the unveiling of AXA’s Culture of Care campaign, Chief Executive Officer of AXA Mansard Investment Limited, Deji Tunde-Anjous, said the campaign reflects a broader conversation about what it truly means to care for people, not only in the present, but also in the future. According to him, care is often expressed through sacrifice and support, but one of its most enduring expressions is helping people achieve financial security and peace of mind.
“Financial security is one of the most powerful forms of protection,” said Tunde-Anjous. “It allows people to face uncertainty with greater confidence, pursue opportunities with courage, and build futures that are not defined by fear or vulnerability.”
He noted that while care is deeply embedded in Nigerian society, many individuals devote significant time and resources to supporting others while overlooking their own long-term financial wellbeing. Parents invest in their children’s futures, entrepreneurs create opportunities for employees, and professionals provide support for extended family members and dependents. These everyday acts of responsibility are a reflection of care, but they also underscore the need for stronger financial preparedness.
According to him, the Culture of Care campaign aims to encourage a broader understanding of protection, one that extends beyond immediate needs to include long-term financial resilience.
“Saving, investing, planning for retirement, building wealth, and preparing for future responsibilities are all acts of care,” he said. “They are ways people protect not only themselves, but also the people who depend on them.”
Tunde-Anjous explained that financially secure households are better positioned to weather economic disruptions, invest in education, pursue entrepreneurial opportunities, and contribute productively to national development. As more people build financial resilience, communities become stronger and economic growth becomes more sustainable.
He described financial wellbeing as an often-overlooked foundation of prosperity, stressing that economic progress is strongest when individuals and families have the confidence to plan beyond immediate challenges.
“A prosperous nation is built on financially secure people,” he said. “When individuals have the tools and confidence to prepare for the future, they make better decisions, seize opportunities, and contribute more meaningfully to economic growth.”
The AXA Culture of Care campaign is built on the premise that protection takes many forms. While healthcare and insurance remain essential pillars of protection, financial security plays an equally important role in enabling people to thrive, preserve wealth, and pursue their aspirations with confidence.
For AXA Mansard Investment, this means helping individuals transform today’s earnings into tomorrow’s opportunities through disciplined investing, wealth preservation, and long-term financial planning. However, Tunde-Anjous emphasized that the campaign’s broader objective is not about products, but about fostering a mindset that values preparation, responsibility, and resilience.
“The deepest expression of care is ensuring that the people we love, and the futures we are building, remain protected long after today’s challenges have passed,” he said. “When more Nigerians are financially secure, families become stronger, communities become more resilient, and the nation becomes more prosperous.”
Through the Culture of Care campaign, AXA Mansard Investment is reinforcing its commitment to advancing financial wellbeing and encouraging more Nigerians to see financial planning as an act of care for themselves, their families, and future generations.

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According  to the insurer, is positioning protection not only as a financial safeguard for individuals and businesses but also as a critical driver of economic resilience and long-term national growth.
Speaking at the launch of the company’s new pan-African ‘Culture of Care’ campaign, Chief Executive Officer of AXA Mansard Insurance Plc, Kunle Ahmed, said the initiative reflects the company’s commitment to helping more Nigerians understand the role protection plays in securing livelihoods, strengthening businesses, and building a more resilient economy

. The campaign is built around the idea that care and protection are deeply connected, and that insurance is one of the most practical ways to translate care into long-term security.

According to him, broadening access to insurance is an important step toward closing Nigeria’s protection gap and unlocking greater economic confidence.

“Every day, Nigerians demonstrate a culture of care through the sacrifices they make for their families, employees, customers, and communities. Insurance is an extension of that care because it helps protect what people have worked hard to build,” he said.

“Insurance is economic infrastructure. It helps families recover from setbacks, gives businesses the confidence to invest and grow, and supports economic stability by enabling people to plan for the future with greater certainty,” he added.

The Culture of Care campaign seeks to reframe conversations around insurance by connecting protection to values Nigerians already understand and practise. By encouraging a stronger appreciation for the role of protection in everyday life, the company hopes to contribute to increased insurance adoption across households, small businesses, and larger enterprises.

For businesses, stronger insurance uptake translates into improved resilience against operational disruptions, unforeseen losses, and emerging risks. For households, it reduces financial vulnerability and helps preserve hard-earned savings when unexpected events occur. According to Ahmed, these benefits ultimately extend beyond individual policyholders to the wider economy.
“As Nigeria pursues greater economic transformation, we must build institutions and systems that make individuals, families, and businesses more resilient. Protection gives people confidence. Confidence encourages investment. Investment drives growth,” he said.

The CEO also highlighted the significance of ongoing reforms within the insurance industry, noting that a stronger and more trusted insurance sector can play an increasingly important role in supporting entrepreneurship, attracting investment, and facilitating sustainable economic development.

At the heart of the campaign is AXA’s belief that protection should be viewed not merely as a response to risk, but as an enabler of progress. By encouraging more Nigerians to embrace protection as part of everyday financial planning, the company believes the insurance industry can make a stronger contribution to the country’s development aspirations.
“Building a prosperous nation requires more than ambition. It requires confidence, resilience, and the ability to withstand uncertainty,” Ahmed said. “Through the Culture of Care, we are helping to promote a mindset that values protection as a foundation for progress. Stronger protection creates stronger families, stronger businesses, and ultimately a stronger economy.”
The campaign forms part of AXA Mansard’s broader commitment to advancing financial inclusion, expanding protection, and contributing to the development of a more resilient and prosperous Nigeria.

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Speaking at the launch of AXA’s Culture of Care campaign, Chief Executive Officer of AXA Mansard Health, Tope Adeniyi, said the campaign reflects a broader belief that care is not only a social value but also a driver of human progress and economic growth.
According to Adeniyi, healthier individuals build stronger families, stronger families support more resilient communities, and resilient communities contribute to a more productive and prosperous nation.
“Care is often viewed through a social lens, but it also has significant economic implications,” he said. “When people have access to healthcare, they are more likely to remain healthy, productive, and able to contribute meaningfully to their families, workplaces, and communities.”
He noted that across Nigeria, many individuals continue to face healthcare challenges that affect both their wellbeing and financial stability. The burden of healthcare costs often forces families to make difficult choices, while untreated illnesses can reduce productivity, disrupt livelihoods, and place additional pressure on employers and communities.
For Adeniyi, these realities reinforce the need to see healthcare not merely as a personal necessity but as a national priority.
“Improving access to healthcare is one of the most effective ways to improve quality of life and support economic development,” he said. “A healthy population is a productive population. When people can access care early and affordably, they are better able to work, care for loved ones, pursue opportunities, and contribute to economic growth.”
The Culture of Care campaign highlights the often-unseen sacrifices made by caregivers across society. From parents caring for children and professionals supporting ageing relatives to healthcare workers serving patients and employers supporting their workforce, care remains one of the most important forces holding communities together.
According to Adeniyi, caregivers themselves also need support, which makes accessible healthcare an essential part of building a sustainable culture of care.
“Care cannot thrive without support systems,” he said. “One of the most practical ways society can support caregivers is by ensuring that quality healthcare is accessible, affordable, and available when it is needed.”
As Nigeria continues efforts to expand healthcare access and advance Universal Health Coverage, AXA Mansard Health believes the private sector has an important role to play in helping bridge access gaps through innovation, technology, and inclusive healthcare solutions.
Through health insurance, digital healthcare services, preventive health initiatives, and customer-focused healthcare offerings, the company says it remains committed to helping more Nigerians access the care they need without unnecessary barriers.
However, Adeniyi stressed that the Culture of Care campaign is ultimately about a larger societal conversation.
“This campaign is a reminder that care should remain at the centre of how we think about progress,” he said. “When societies invest in the health and wellbeing of their people, they create the conditions for stronger businesses, more resilient communities, and sustainable prosperity.”
By linking healthcare access to productivity, resilience, and economic growth, AXA Mansard Health says it hopes to encourage broader conversations about the role care plays in shaping individual success and national development.
“Care is one of society’s greatest assets,” Adeniyi added. “And when care is supported by accessible healthcare, its impact extends far beyond health outcomes. It becomes a catalyst for human progress.”

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The Centre has been designed to provide a conducive and contemporary environment for learning, collaboration and knowledge exchange. Equipped with modern multimedia facilities and technology-enabled infrastructure, the facility is positioned to enhance the experience of both internal and external users.

For AIICO, the investment represents an expansion of its workplace infrastructure to support the growing learning and development needs of its people.

It provides dedicated spaces for training programmes, workshops, seminars, meetings and collaborative sessions, creating an environment that encourages interaction, knowledge sharing and continuous professional development.

Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Oluyemi Obakin, Chief Human Resources Officer, AIICO Insurance Plc, said the new Centre reflects the company’s approach to creating an environment where people can learn, collaborate and grow.

“Learning is most effective when people have the right environment to engage, exchange ideas and apply knowledge. The transformation of our Learning and Conference Centre gives our people a purpose-built space that supports training, collaboration and continuous development.

“Beyond the physical infrastructure, the Centre creates an ambience that encourages people to interact differently, think together and share knowledge. It gives us greater flexibility in how we deliver learning and development programmes and provides a space that is aligned with the kind of employee experience we want to create at AIICO.”

The facility also represents a strategic investment for the company, particularly in reducing the need to rely on external venues for some of its training programmes, strategy sessions and other corporate engagements.

According to Mrs. Bisola Elias, Chief Financial Officer, of the insurer, the investment provides both operational and strategic value to the organisation.

“The Centre is a strategic investment in infrastructure that serves both our people and our business. Historically, organisations often have to commit significant resources to external venues when hosting training programmes, strategy sessions, workshops and other corporate engagements. Having a facility of this standard within our own premises gives us greater flexibility and allows us to retain more of that value within the organisation.

“Importantly, we have also designed the Centre to serve beyond AIICO. Organisations, professional bodies, businesses and other groups looking for a well-equipped venue in Victoria Island can access the facility for their own conferences, exhibitions, seminars, symposiums, training programmes and other events.”

Strategically located in Victoria Island, one of Lagos’ major commercial and business districts, the Centre is positioned to respond to the growing demand for quality conference and event facilities within the Island. Its location provides convenient access for businesses, professionals and organisations operating within Victoria Island and other parts of Lagos.

The facility’s configuration and modern multimedia capabilities make it suitable for a range of engagements, from corporate meetings and executive strategy sessions to larger conferences, exhibitions, seminars, symposiums and training programmes.

The environment is designed to support presentations, hybrid engagements and other formats that require reliable audiovisual and multimedia capabilities.

By opening the facility to external users,the company  is extending the value of the investment beyond its immediate organisational needs and creating an additional platform for professional interaction, learning and knowledge exchange.

The Learning and Conference Centre adds to its broader investment in creating an environment that supports its people while contributing to the business community in which it operates.

About AIICO Insurance Plc

AIICO Insurance Plc is a leading composite insurer in Nigeria, with a 63-year record of accomplishment in delivering quality service to its clients. Founded in 1963, AIICO provides life and general insurance, health insurance, and investment management services to create and protect wealth for individuals, families and corporate customers.

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A statement by the Special Adviser to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Bolaji Akinola indicates that the approval is in addition to the earlier approval for the modernisation and upgrade of Apapa and Tin Can Island ports in Lagos, underscoring Federal Government’s determination to develop a balanced, efficient and competitive national port system.

It notes that the latest approval formed part of the administration’s broader strategy to reposition Nigeria’s maritime sector as a major driver of economic growth, trade, investment and employment under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

The statement adds that improved infrastructure and operational efficiency at Onne, Rivers, Delta and Calabar ports would enhance cargo handling, reduce vessel turnaround times, improve regional connectivity and make the movement of goods more predictable and cost-effective.

It further reiterates latest development is in addition to Federal Government’s approvals for the development of new deep seaports, including the Ibom Deep Seaport in Akwa Ibom State, Bakassi Deep Seaport in Cross River State, Agge Deep Seaport in Bayelsa State, Gateway Deep Seaport in Ogun State, Ondo Deep Seaport in Ondo State, and Bonny Deep Seaport in Rivers State.

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The fire, which reportedly started at about 10:23am following an electrical surge in the conference room, spread to other sections of the building.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that officers on duty made frantic efforts to contain the fire before officials of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service arrived at about 10:45 am

The Deputy Comptroller of Customs, Timothy Jonah, who had just resumed at the command to take over from his predecessor, described the incident as unfortunate.

He said: “I just resumed duty to take over, only to witness this fire outbreak.

“Every challenge, though negative, is an opportunity to strengthen our operations.

“In the meantime, we will set up a committee to investigate the cause of the fire.”

Jonah commended the swift response of personnel on duty and their collaboration with the fire service, saying measures would be taken to strengthen safety protocols and prevent a recurrence.

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A statement posted via its official X account  today added that with CAPS back online, institutions are urged to accelerate their admission processes to recover lost time and meet the agreed admission deadlines. Candidates are also advised to promptly accept admission offers made to them.

The statement added that key deadlines for the 2026/2027 admission exercise:Public Universities: 31 October 2026; Private Universities: 30 November 2026 and Other Tertiary Institutions: 31 December 2026.

The board went further to advised candidates who previously awaited their results to upload and/or verify them promptly to ensure their credentials are available for consideration as institutions intensify their admission processes.

JAMB, also apologised for the inconvenience caused by the temporary disruption and appreciates the patience and understanding of all stakeholders.

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According to statement released by Kola Ologbondiyan, Director, Media and Publicity, of
ADC Presidential Campaign Council, via X account noted that the Atiku would not be an “absentee President” who is unavailable when the challenges confronting Nigerians require a presidential attention.

Director of Media and Publicity of the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, Kola Ologbondiyan, gave the assurance on Monday in Abuja while receiving the leadership of the Atiku Unity Movement (AUM), led by its leader, Hon. Francis Eburuwe.

Ologbondiyan said Atiku had consistently demonstrated an understanding of Nigeria’s economic and social challenges and had proposed policy interventions aimed at addressing them.

He recalled that during the 2023 presidential campaign, Atiku advocated a phased approach to the withdrawal of fuel subsidy, arguing that the process should not impose excessive pressure on Nigerians. Contemporary reports from the 2023 campaign also documented that position.

According to him, the experience of the past three years has reinforced the need for a presidency that is accessible, responsive and capable of taking timely decisions in the national interest.

“The country needs a President who understands the challenges confronting Nigerians and is physically available to respond to the demands of governance.

“Nigeria cannot afford a situation in which there is uncertainty over who is effectively directing the affairs of government at critical moments. The country requires firm and focused leadership,” he said.

Ologbondiyan said Atiku’s commitment to governance would be anchored on confronting the nation’s economic difficulties, improving the welfare of citizens and restoring confidence in public institutions.

He also said the ADC presidential candidate’s recent economic proposals were focused on reducing the burden of rising energy and living costs.

Atiku has publicly proposed a production-based intervention for petroleum products refined in Nigeria, with a fixed spending limit, National Assembly approval and independent audits.

Earlier, the leader of the Atiku Unity Movement (AUM) delegation, Hon. Francis Eburuwe, said the group was fully committed to the Atiku project and determined to mobilise Nigerians around what he described as the need for a change in the country’s political direction.

Eburuwe said the movement would take the message of Atiku’s candidacy to Nigerians across the country, expressing confidence that an Atiku administration would address the challenges facing the nation and improve the welfare of citizens.

He pledged the movement’s support for the ADC presidential campaign and called on its members to remain committed to grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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