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Lagos Police to Begin Statewide Clampdown on Vehicles with Covered, Missing Number Plates

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June 15, 2026

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The Lagos State Police Command, in compliance with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, aimed at enhancing public safety, strengthening security, and denying criminal elements the opportunity to conceal their identities and activities, will commence a statewide enforcement exercise against vehicles with covered, obscured, unauthorised, defaced or no registration number plates.

The exercise will commence on Monday, 15th June 2026, and will be led by the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, psc, mnips. He has directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), across the State to commence enforcement of the directive and ensure full compliance within their respective Areas of Responsibility. He further directed that any vehicle found violating the directive be impounded and subjected to thorough investigation in accordance with extant laws and established procedures.

The Command wishes to assure members of the public that this enforcement exercise is not intended to inconvenience law-abiding motorists. Rather, it is a proactive security measure designed to enhance the capacity of Police operatives to identify vehicles, investigate crimes, track criminal suspects, and strengthen the overall security architecture of the State.

Accordingly, motorists, transport operators, fleet owners, and members of the public are advised to ensure that their vehicles carry valid, duly issued, and clearly visible registration number plates at all times. Vehicle owners are also encouraged to ensure that all relevant vehicle documents are up-to-date and readily available for inspection when required.

The Command remains steadfast in its commitment to protecting lives and property and creating a safer environment for all residents and visitors in the State. The success of this initiative, like all policing efforts, depends largely on the cooperation and support of members of the public. The Command appreciates the understanding, cooperation, and continued support of Lagosians as it continues to implement measures aimed at ensuring the safety and security of all.

Security is a shared responsibility. The Command therefore urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious persons, vehicles, movements, or activities through the Command’s emergency lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, and 09168630929.

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Leadway Backs ISSP to Deepen Insurance Penetration, Consumer Trust

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59 minutes ago

September 11, 2026

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Leadway Assurance Limited has launch Insurance Sector Strengthening Programme (ISSP), a five-year initiative.

The programme, held in Abuja, was designed to address key challenges limiting insurance growth in Nigeria, including low public awareness, weak consumer confidence, inadequate distribution, capacity constraints, and limited insurance adoption among women, young people, and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

Speaking at the launch in Abuja, the Commissioner for Insurance and Chief Executive of NAICOM, Mr Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, said the programme would provide a coordinated framework to translate industry reforms into measurable improvements in insurance coverage and consumer confidence.

“The ISSP initiative will focus on six key areas: advocacy and policy, awareness and education, capacity building, gender inclusion, youth engagement, and MSME and value-chain development. Efforts to expand insurance coverage must be supported by strong underwriting standards, good corporate governance, effective claims administration, transparency and adequate policyholder protection. Regulation must serve as both a shield for policyholders and a compass for responsible market development.”

Also, the Head, Commercial Division, Leadway Assurance, Mr. Olawale Alao, described the ISSP as a timely intervention capable of tackling both the structural and perception-related challenges confronting the industry.
Alao said the programme offered stakeholders a structured platform to identify market gaps and develop practical solutions to improve public understanding and participation.

He said its success would largely depend on changing the perception of insurance from an optional financial product to an essential part of everyday life and financial planning.’

“Over the next five years, we believe this initiative can deepen awareness, particularly among young Nigerians, build stronger trust in the sector and encourage more people to see insurance as an essential tool for protection and financial resilience,” he said.

”Increasing the number of policyholders alone would not be sufficient, stressing that Nigerians must also understand the value of insurance and be able to incorporate it into their everyday financial decisions. He added that stronger awareness and confidence in insurance would be particularly important among younger Nigerians, who represent a major part of the country’s future consumer and investment base.Also speaking on this initiative, Team Lead of the ISSP Design Team and Managing Director of EMDI Capacity Development Ltd., Bukola Ifemade, called for urgent and coordinated action to unlock the trillion-naira potential of Nigeria’s insurance sector.

“This flag-off marks the beginning of this mobilisation. Success will require strong partnerships and a sustained commitment to innovation and inclusion,” he said.

The ISSP executive summary estimates that only about five per cent of Nigeria’s population currently has insurance coverage, while 78 per cent lack basic insurance knowledge. Women account for 32 per cent of policyholders, people aged 18 to 35 make up less than 20 per cent of the industry’s customer base, and insurance penetration among MSMEs is estimated at eight per cent. To address these gaps, the programme will target five million members of the general population, two million women entrepreneurs and decision-makers, 1.5 million young Nigerians and 250,000 MSMEs across Nigeria.

For Leadway, supporting the ISSP aligns with its commitment to building a formidable insurance industry by enhancing awareness, building consumer confidence, and making financial protection more accessible to individuals, families, and businesses.

About Leadway Assurance

Leadway Assurance is one of Nigeria’s foremost non-banking financial services groups, offering diversified solutions across insurance, pensions, health, and asset management. Founded in 1970, the company has built a legacy of trust and innovation, serving millions of individuals and businesses across Nigeria and West Africa.

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CBN disowns purported $46 billion grant approval

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9 hours ago

September 10, 2026

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has disowned a purported document claiming that Governor Yemi Cardoso approved a $46 billion developmental grant to an organisation.

CBN, in a post on its official X account on Thursday, described the document as “fake” and urged members of the public to disregard it.

The purported letter, dated 13 August 2026, was addressed to the “Atufeg Empowerment and Development Centre” and claimed to be an official endorsement and authorisation for the release of a developmental grant.

It purportedly bore Mr Cardoso’s signature and stated that CBN had authorised the immediate transfer of $46 billion to the beneficiary’s designated account for the execution of “approved national empowerment and developmental projects.”

“The CBN confirms full endorsement and authorises the immediate transfer of these funds to the beneficiary’s designated account,” the purported letter stated.

It further claimed that the authorisation was “final and binding.”

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However, the apex bank, while sharing an image of the document on X, said: “This content is FAKE. Let the public be guided.”

CBN’s disclaimer comes amid the recurring circulation of purported government and financial institution documents on social media, underscoring the importance of verifying such claims through official channels before acting on them.

In recent months, OPay Digital Services Limited, May & Baker, MTN, Wema Bank and other corporate organisations have dissociated themselves from social media posts published by unauthorised entities impersonating their brands and issuing purported corporate messages.

On Thursday, the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) announced that it had arrested Hafsat Abubakar for circulating false rumours about the OPay shutdown.

Similarly, in July, PREMIUM TIMES uncovered how unauthorised video advertisements on TikTok, offering financial assistance such as grants, loans, giveaways, and investment opportunities, were used to scam Nigerians.

The investigation found that the fraudulent ads, some of which were AI-generated, were designed to target and lure unsuspecting Nigerian users into scams.