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Plateau Conflicts: First Lady, Remi Tinubu Donates N500m to 500 families

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3 years ago

September 14, 2023

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Remi Tinubu donates N500m to 500 Plateau families

Senator Remi Tinubu, the wife of the President, visited Plateau State on Tuesday and donated the sum of N500 million to 500 families who have been severely affected by violent conflicts in six local government areas of the state

The First Lady who was in Jos on Tuesday to make the donation and commiserate with the victims, encouraged them not to lose hope as her husband and other stakeholders work to ensure enduring peace in communities

Speaking at the Government House, the First Lady who is also the Chairperson of Renewed Hope Initiative Foundation, said:

“I am aware of the unfortunate crisis that bedevilled the State, particularly Mangu people. The report got me worried and concerned about the destruction of peace of the affected families. I can imagine the destruction of lives and properties. A time like this is not to come and express our sympathies, but to take concrete actions to alleviate the sufferings of those affected. That is why we are here today, not just to sympathise with you but to offer our meagre support

“This N500 million is our modest support to enable affected families to renew their lives as we provide them with the means to renew their shelter and other essential needs. To the affected families, I want you to know that you are not alone in the journey of recovery, we stand with you in solidarity and prayers. I urge you not to lose hope but to have faith in God.”

The State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang commended Mrs. Tinubu for the gesture describing her as “a very compassionate leader who has passion for humanity and was not ready to play politics with her love for humanity.”

The Governor admonished the beneficiaries to use the resources judiciously and also be their brother’s keepers by sharing with other families who were not selected.

Earlier in her remarks, the wife of the Imo State Governor, Mrs. Chioma Uzodinma who was on her entourage said:

“These 500 families were carefully selected through the office of the State Governor for 6 local governments – Mangu, Riyom, Barkin Ladi, Bassa, Bokkos, and Jos South LGA respectively, to ensure that those who are affected are the direct beneficiaries.”

The Gbong Gwom Jos, Da Jacob Buba who gave the vote of thanks appreciated the First Lady for the gesture and prayed for wisdom for President Tinubu to continue to pilot the affairs of the country.

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Beyond the Touchline: Tikitaka FC Winger Boluwatife Kehinde Balances Football with Fashion Designing

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4 minutes ago

October 28, 2026

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For Tikitaka FC right winger Boluwatife Kehinde, football is more than a game; it is a childhood passion he continues to pursue while building an identity outside the pitch through fashion design.

Kehinde, who joined Tikitaka FC about six to seven months ago, has experienced both good and difficult moments at the club, describing football as an activity he continues to enjoy despite the demands that come with the sport.

The winger identified sponsorship as one of the challenges facing his football journey, highlighting a concern that can affect players seeking opportunities to develop their careers and compete at a higher level.

Although he is still relatively new to Tikitaka FC, Kehinde has previously featured for several teams, including Remo FC and Shiny Star, alongside other sides during his playing career. His experience across different teams reflects his continued involvement in football over the years.

Away from the pitch, Kehinde works as a fashion designer , offering him another avenue to develop his skills beyond the game. However, football remains his central sporting passion, and he says he is willing to devote time to pursuing it.

His experience at Tikitaka FC has not been without tiring moments, and his plans for the future remain open as he continues to settle into the team.

For Kehinde, the immediate task is to keep working and make the most of his football journey while navigating the challenges that come with the sport. With more time at the club, his performances and development could help shape the next stage of his career.

His story reflects the reality of a player balancing sporting ambition with life beyond football, as he continues to pursue the game that has held his interest since childhood.

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Coronation Insurance Seeks SEC Approval for Proposed Share Acquisition Scheme

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46 minutes ago

October 28, 2026

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BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Coronation Insurance Plc has resubmitted its application to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for formal approval of a proposed scheme of arrangement that would allow its core shareholders to acquire the shares held by other shareholders in the company.

According to the notice to Nigeria Exchange Limited, shareholders and the investing public, the company said it submitted the application on October 16, 2026, following the resolution of outstanding matters that had previously prevented the SEC from reviewing the proposal.

The proposed scheme follows a court-ordered meeting held on December 22, 2023, where shareholders considered and approved the arrangement between the company and holders of its fully paid ordinary shares.

The proposal was initiated by Coronation Capital (Mauritius) Limited and its related parties, collectively referred to as the core shareholders, to acquire the shares of other shareholders in Coronation Insurance.

The company applied to the SEC for formal approval on December 27, 2023. However, the commission was unable to proceed with its review because of certain pending matters.

According to the notification, those matters have now been resolved. Coronation Insurance subsequently wrote to the SEC on September 22, 2026, informing the commission of the development and requesting formal approval of the scheme.

The SEC acknowledged the conclusion of the outstanding matters in an email dated October 7, 2026, and requested that the company submit a formal application accompanied by all required documents. Coronation Insurance said it complied with the request on October 16, 2026.

The company also disclosed that it had informed the core shareholders of the developments, adding that they had confirmed their continued interest in proceeding with the scheme, provided its implementation complies with applicable laws, regulations, market rules and precedents.

Under the proposed arrangement, the consideration payable for the shares will be based on the highest trading price recorded for the company shares on NGX during the six months preceding the date of the notification.

The company stated that the consideration price remains subject to the receipt of all required regulatory approvals.

The notice added that the company said several steps remain before the scheme can be completed.

These include obtaining the SEC’s formal approval, securing an order from the Federal High Court sanctioning the scheme, and filing a certified true copy of the court order with the Corporate Affairs Commission.

The company will also be required to pay the scheme consideration to minority shareholders, apply to the NGX for the delisting of its shares and complete the delisting process.

Completion of the scheme remains subject to SEC approval, the sanction of the Federal High Court and the filing of the certified true copy of the court order with the Corporate Affairs Commission.

The company said it would continue to update shareholders and the investing public on further developments.

It also advised shareholders and investors to exercise caution when dealing in its shares until further announcements are made.

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