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SPEAKER, PLATEAU STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY, CONGRATULATES PROF. NENTAWE YILWATDA ON RE-EMERGENCE AS APC NATIONAL CHAIRMAN
Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Naanlong Daniel has extended warm and heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda on his well-earned re-emergence as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), alongside other members of the National Working Committee.
In a goodwill message, the Speaker described Prof. Yilwatda’s re-emergence through a peaceful and widely embraced consensus as a resounding vote of confidence in his sterling leadership, tested capacity, and unifying disposition, noting that it further reflects the strength and maturity of internal democracy within the party.
He emphasized that Prof. Yilwatda’s doggedness, inclusiveness, and consistent drive to ensure that every stakeholder feels a genuine sense of belonging have remained defining attributes of his leadership, earning him widespread confidence, trust, and solidarity across the party hierarchy, including the support of Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other key stakeholders.
Rt. Hon. Daniel further observed that during his previous tenure, the APC recorded notable growth in internal cohesion, organizational structure, and strategic coordination. He expressed confidence that his return will consolidate these achievements and further reposition the party for greater unity, stability, and electoral success.
The Speaker also commended the leadership of the party, including the President and Commander-in-Chief, the Vice President, the leadership of the National Assembly, governors, and members of the National Executive Committee, for their wisdom in ensuring a seamless and consensus-driven process. He described the emergence of Prof. Yilwatda as a reflection of fairness, inclusiveness, competence, and national unity.
He assured the National Chairman and other members of the National Working Committee of the unwavering support, loyalty, and solidarity of the Plateau State House of Assembly and the entire people of Plateau State.
While wishing them a successful and impactful tenure, the Speaker prayed God Almighty to grant them wisdom, strength, good health, and divine guidance to steer the affairs of the party to greater heights.
Philip Eplong
Press Secretary to the Speaker,
Plateau State House of Assembly
The Plateau State Government has reviewed the curfew imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following a satisfactory security assessment carried out in the affected area.
This was disclosed on Wednesday by Joyce Ramnap, the commissioner for information and communication.
According to her, the decision followed a satisfactory assessment of the security situation in the area.
“Curfew earlier imposed on the area is hereby further relaxed. Effective Wednesday, May 13, 2026, the curfew will now run from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. daily,” Ms Ramnap said.
“Residents are advised to continue to comply strictly with the directive and cooperate with security agencies,” she added.
She urged residents to remain law-abiding, vigilant, and report suspicious activities to security agencies, while appreciating their cooperation and understanding.
Ms Rambap also advised residents to report suspicious activities to security agencies.
The curfew was imposed following a deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba community where more than 30 persons were killed in the attack.
Cornerstone Insurance Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening climate resilience and expanding financial protection for vulnerable communities through its participation in the Lagos Flood Risk Transfer Scheme, an innovative flood insurance initiative expected to benefit approximately four million residents across Lagos State.
Flooding remains one of the most significant environmental and economic challenges confronting Lagos State, with poor and vulnerable communities disproportionately affected by recurring incidents during the state’s annual rainy seasons. As a low-lying coastal city with an average elevation of approximately 1.5 metres above sea level, Lagos faces increasing flood risks driven by rising sea levels, land subsidence, rapid urbanisation, and drainage systems frequently obstructed by waste.
Over the years, the state has experienced increasingly severe flooding, particularly between April and July, resulting in widespread disruption to infrastructure, livelihoods, businesses, and economic productivity. Estimates place the annual economic impact of flooding in Lagos at nearly $4 billion.
To address these growing risks and strengthen the financial resilience of affected communities, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Insurance Development Forum (IDF), with funding support from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), developed the Lagos Flood Risk Transfer Scheme in collaboration with the Lagos State Government.
The initiative is designed to provide rapid financial support to vulnerable residents through an innovative parametric insurance solution that enables faster response and recovery following major flooding events.
Following extensive modelling and technical assessments, a flood footprint-based index was selected as the most suitable insurance model for Lagos State, taking into consideration the city’s exposure to pluvial, fluvial, and coastal flooding risks. Under the scheme, payouts are triggered when flood depths reach 50 centimetres.
After regulatory approval by the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), the scheme is being underwritten by Cornerstone Insurance Plc alongside three other leading insurance companies, with Africa Re providing reinsurance support.
Speaking on the initiative, the Managing Director of Cornerstone Insurance Plc, Stephen Alangbo, said: “at Cornerstone Insurance, we understand that climate-related risks such as flooding continues to threaten livelihoods, businesses, and vulnerable communities across Lagos State. Our participation in the Lagos Flood Risk Transfer Scheme reflects our commitment to providing innovative insurance solutions that strengthen resilience, support rapid recovery, and deliver meaningful financial protection to those most affected by environmental challenges.”
The sustainability of the initiative is further strengthened by the Lagos State Government’s commitment to incremental premium payments over the next three years. The scheme has also been integrated into the state’s broader disaster management framework, reinforcing coordinated efforts to improve preparedness, response, and recovery for flood-prone communities across Lagos State.
About Cornerstone Insurance
Cornerstone Insurance Plc is licensed and re-certified by the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) to provide both general and life insurance services. As the first insurance company in Nigeria to offer customers an online platform for insurance transactions, its services are driven by cutting-edge technology, making them easily accessible via internet and mobile platforms.
At Cornerstone Insurance Plc, we remain committed to our core values of integrity, empathy, professionalism, innovation, and team spirit. Our mission is to deliver value beyond expectations through need-based products and exceptional service delivery.
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