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Governor suspends N1.3 billion hospital renovation project on poor implementation

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Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State on Friday suspended a N1.3 billion hospital renovation project after publicly querying the quality of work.

He cited the use of low-quality materials and non-compliance with project specifications.

The project is for the renovation and remodelling of the Gumel General Hospital.

​Governor Namadi had conducted an unscheduled night inspection of the facility in Gumel Local Government Area.

​The contract was awarded to Yasmeen Automobile Nigeria Limited last December, with an eight-month completion timeline.

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“The work is very poor; that is the truth. What we asked to be done in Gumel is the total renovation of this hospital, which includes remodelling where necessary,” the governor stated.

​Expressing dissatisfaction with the contractor’s work, he added that: “What I have seen is not what I asked them to do, so I directed that this work be suspended completely.”

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​The governor warned that substandard work would not be tolerated, adding, “We are going to sit with the contractor. The contractor is not doing what we asked him to do, and we are not ready to take it. Finish!”

The governor’s visit to Gumel General Hospital sparked widespread social media reactions, with commentators calling for similar oversight visits to other ongoing hospital renovation projects across the state.

Specifically, one commentator urged the governor to inspect the Gwaram Cottage Hospital—which is also undergoing upgrades—alleging that the current renovation work is substandard.

Governor Namadi had in March 2025 ordered the rework of a N10.8 billion Gully Erosion Control Project of the state government over the use of low-quality materials and raised concerns about the likely durability of a project designed to last 100 years.


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Guinea Insurance Positions for Next Growth Phase Following NAICOM Recapitalisation Approval

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BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Emerging from National Insurance Commission, (NAICOM), sector-wide recapitalisation drive with a capital base exceeding ₦15 billion, Guinea Insurance Plc on Friday said its positioning itself for a major market transformation.

With NAICOM verification now completed, the non-life insurer plans to deploy its strengthened capital position toward underwriting larger corporate risks, expanding digital infrastructure, and competing more aggressively for market leadership within Nigeria’s financial ecosystem.

A statement released by the insurer noted that, recapitalisation is not the destination. It is the platform for growth.

The statement further said is now focused on converting its enhanced capital position into greater underwriting capacity, stronger customer propositions, improved service delivery, strategic partnerships and sustainable market growth.

Commenting on the development, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Ademola Abidogun, said:

“Recapitalisation has given Guinea Insurance the strength to think bigger, compete harder and pursue opportunities with greater confidence. We have strengthened our capital; now we are focused on strengthening our position in the market.”

“Nigeria is a market of enormous opportunities, and Guinea Insurance intends to be at the forefront of capturing those opportunities. Whether it is supporting major corporates, SMEs, institutions or individuals, we are ready to provide the capacity, expertise and confidence that businesses need to grow.”

The completion of the recapitalisation also reinforces Guinea Insurance’s ambition to become a more competitive, innovative and customer-focused insurer, with increased capacity to participate in larger risks, develop relevant insurance solutions and deepen its relationships across the insurance value chain.

The Company will build on this stronger foundation through disciplined underwriting, technology and innovation, operational excellence, robust risk management and a relentless focus on customer experience.

It will also pursue strategic opportunities that expand its market reach and create sustainable value for shareholders and other stakeholders.

According to the Company, the objective is clear: to turn capital strength into market strength.

Guinea Insurance expressed its appreciation to its shareholders, investors, policyholders, brokers, employees, business partners, regulators and other stakeholders whose confidence and support contributed to the successful completion of the recapitalisation exercise.

As Guinea Insurance enters its next phase, the Company is looking beyond compliance and capital adequacy. It is preparing to compete for bigger opportunities, serve more customers, support more businesses and deliver greater value across the Nigerian economy.

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Sovereign Trust, Guinea Insurance, 5 Others Join Verified List in Final Recapitalization Clearance

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BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc and Guinea Insurance Plc are among seven additional underwriting firms officially cleared and verified by the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) as compliant with the Minimum Capital Requirements stipulated under the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025.

This final batch of approvals formally completes the nation’s insurance recapitalization exercise, bringing the total roster of fully capitalized operators in Nigeria to 48 insurance companies and two reinsurance companies.

See details below:

List of Additional Insurance Companies that Complied with the MCR Prescribed by NIIRA 2025

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