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NSPPD Convener Pastor Jerry Eze Joins Heirs Life Assurance Board

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August 10, 2026

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BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Heirs Life Assurance on Monday announced the appointment of Pastor Jerry Eze as an Independent Non-Executive Director on its Board, effective August 10, 2026.

The life company in a statement released today said the appointment reinforces its commitment to expanding financial inclusion and accelerating insurance adoption by strengthening public trust, consumer education, and long-term financial resilience across Nigeria.

The statement added that his appointment brings a unique perspective on community engagement, value-based leadership, and broad societal impact.

Eze is the Founder and Lead Pastor of Streams of Joy International Ministry, a growing multinational ministry with 34 branches across West Africa, Southern Africa, Europe and North America.

He is also the convener of the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declaration (NSPPD), one of the world’s largest digital prayer platforms, reaching millions of people daily.

Through his ministry and humanitarian initiatives, he has become one of Africa’s most influential voices, championing hope, compassion, and community transformation.

He also the Founder of the Jerry Eze Foundation, a faith- led philanthropy where he provides housing support and grants to vulnerable and underserved communities. In 2026, he announced N1billion in grants to support young entrepreneurs across agriculture, technology, and manufacturing, further advancing enterprise development and economic opportunity.

Before entering full-time ministry, he built a career in development communications, serving as a Communications Specialist on a World Bank HIV/AIDS programme and with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). He holds a Bachelor’s degree in History and International Relations from Abia State University and a postgraduate degree in Business Administration from Enugu State University of Science and Technology.

Speaking about the appointment, Tony O. Elumelu, Chairman, Heirs Life Assurance, said: “Pastor Jerry brings an exceptional combination of integrity, influence, and a deep understanding of people and communities. As we continue our mission to democratise access to insurance, his insight will help strengthen consumer trust, deepen financial inclusion, and reinforce our commitment to protecting the financial future of millions of Nigerians. We are delighted to welcome him to the Board of Heirs Life Assurance and the broader family of Heirs Insurance Group.”

Commenting on his appointment, Pastor Jerry Eze said: “I am honoured to join the Board of Heirs Life Assurance at a defining moment for the insurance industry. Financial security empowers individuals, families, and businesses to pursue their aspirations with greater confidence and resilience. I look forward to working with the Board and Management to advance the company’s mission of making insurance more accessible, relevant, and impactful for every Nigerian.”

Heirs Life Assurance has become one of Nigeria’s leading specialist life insurance companies, ranking 7th on the Financial Times list of Africa’s fastest-growing companies. It is one of the three insurance businesses of Heirs Holdings, the leading pan-African investment company, with investments across 24 countries and four continents.

Combining an omni-channel digital presence with physical branches spread across the country, Heirs Life continues to redefine life insurance through innovation, customer-centric solutions, and a commitment to making financial protection accessible to every Nigerian.

Heirs Insurance Group, comprising Heirs Life Assurance, Heirs General Insurance, and Heirs Insurance Brokers, collectively serves over 3 million people directly and indirectly. The Group is championing financial inclusion and leading the digital insurance play in Nigeria, demonstrating its mission to democratise access to insurance.

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Nascon, Coronation, Jaiz Bank top stock pick this week

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September 21, 2026

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Nigerian stocks advanced by 2.9 per cent last week, lifted by bank and oil & gas equities. All the sector indexes appreciated during the week.

The main equity index has yielded 60.5 per cent so far this year.

“Recent broad-based declines have, however, brought several frontline and mid-cap stocks to more attractive entry levels. This could encourage some bargain-hunting during the week,” analysts at Meristem Securities said in a note ahead of the week.

PREMIUM TIMES has assembled some stocks with sound fundamentals, adopting rigorous approaches to save you the risk of picking equities at random for investment.

The pick, a product of an analytical market watch, offers a guide to entering the market and taking strategic positions, with the expectation that selected stocks will record reasonable price appreciation with the passage of time.

This is not a buy, sell or hold recommendation but a stock investment guide. You may need to involve your financial advisor before taking investment decisions.

Nascon

Nascon tops this week’s list for its strong fundamentals. The net profit ratio (NPR) of the salt maker is 9.3, while the price-to-earnings (PE) ratio is 11.5x. Its 14-day relative strength index (RSI) is 6.9.

Coronation Insurance

Coronation appears on the pick on the basis of its attractive fundamentals. The NPR of the insurer is 22.7, while the PE ratio is 5.2x. The 14-day RSI is 55.4.

Jaiz Bank

Jaiz makes the selection for its strong fundamentals. The bank’s NPR is 28.5, while the PE ratio is 1.5x. Its 14-day RSI is 43.9.

Fidson

Fidson makes the cut for its sound fundamentals. The NPR of the drug manufacturer is 7.8, while the PE ratio is 17.7x. The 14-day RSI is 43.

CAP

CAP makes the cut for its sound fundamentals. The NPR of the chemical manufacturer is 14.1, while the PE ratio is 13.5x. The 14-day RSI is 3.6.

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NCC Empowers Persons With Disabilities Through Digital Citizenship Training in Lagos

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September 21, 2026

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Over 100 people living with disabilities in Lagos State have completed a two-day workshop organized by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), focused on building digital literacy, online safety awareness, and familiarity with assistive tools.

The session, held on September 9 and 10, 2026, carried the theme “Empowering Persons with Disabilities Through Digital Citizenship for an Inclusive Digital Economy.”

Participates covered topics including basic digital literacy, internet usage, online safety practices, privacy protection, adaptive technology, and responsible online conduct. Rather than simply teaching device operation, organizers emphasized how digital tools could enhance participants’ independence, personal safety, and access to broader opportunities — including recognizing fraudulent schemes and safeguarding personal data online.

They also explored adaptive tools such as voice-to-text software, designed to simplify device interaction for people with certain disabilities. Organizers additionally addressed the stigma and exclusion that many disabled Nigerians continue to face, noting how such attitudes restrict full participation in society.

NCC Executive Vice Chairman Dr. Aminu Maida — represented at the event by Helen Obi, Director of the Commission’s Digital Economy Department — described the program as evidence of the regulator’s dedication to removing disability-related obstacles to involvement in Nigeria’s expanding digital economy.

Maida noted that genuine digital inclusion requires more than simply expanding internet access. He explained that being digitally literate means understanding how to engage online safely, guard personal information, spot deception and false information, and grasp one’s rights and obligations in digital spaces. He added that technology could help disabled individuals overcome obstacles in schooling and employment while opening doors in business ownership, remote work, and access to public resources.

The Lagos workshop forms part of a broader NCC effort to extend digital training to disabled Nigerians nationwide. Maida pointed to other accessibility initiatives, including the Commission’s E-Accessibility Project, research into adaptive devices such as an assistive cane prototype for visually impaired persons, and the fourth annual Hackathon themed “Technology Without Barriers,” which invited developers to build accessibility-focused solutions.

According to the NCC, expanding internet access alone won’t achieve meaningful inclusion unless people also gain the confidence and skills to use technology effectively and securely. Maida called for closer cooperation among government bodies, regulators, tech firms, service providers, international partners, civil society groups, and disability advocacy organizations, arguing that accessibility should be built into digital products from the design stage onward.

The Commission credited the Lagos State Government, the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities, the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs, and other partners for supporting the program. For participants, the training offered tools they can put to immediate use — from spotting scams and securing personal data to navigating assistive technology with greater confidence.

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