Economy
Coronation Insurance Charts Digital, Sustainable Future
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
The digitalisation efforts, investment strategies, and commitment to sustainability have propelled Coronation Insurance Plc back to profitability after it posted a net profit of N2.2 billion in the 2023 financial year, in contrast to the net loss of N1.8 billion achieved in the same period of 2022.
At the company’s 66th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Lagos on Monday, December 2, 2024, the chairman of the board, Mr Mutiu Sunmonu, the results reaffirmed the role of technology in helping organisations navigate difficult waters.
“Despite the economic headwinds, we delivered strong growth across key financial metrics.
“Our profit before tax of ₦2.2 billion is a clear reflection of our strategic direction, operational discipline, and commitment to creating long-term value for stakeholders,” Mr Sunmonu said as he also acknowledged the broader growth of Nigeria’s insurance sector, where gross premiums rose by 38 per cent in 2023 to N1 trillion, driven by increased activity in the Oil & Gas, Fire, and Motor insurance segments.
Business Post reports that the underwriter posted a 34 per cent growth in insurance revenue to N24 billion from N18 billion in 2022, as net investment income also surged by 228 per cent to N1.5 billion from N461 million in the prior year.
These achievements underline the group’s dedication to optimising its investment portfolio and delivering value to policyholders.
Also addressing shareholders at the gathering, the chief executive of Coronation Insurance, Mr Olamide Olajolo, emphasised the company’s strides in digitalisation, calling it a “game-changer” for its operations.
“Our digitalisation drive has already transformed how we operate and interact with customers,” Mr Olajolo said, adding, “We are leveraging cutting-edge technology to streamline operations and deliver tailored solutions. The journey thus far has been remarkable, and we are committed to sustaining this momentum in 2024 and beyond.”
A shareholder, Mrs Bisi Bakare, praised the company’s efforts, particularly in leveraging technology to enhance customer experience, saying, “The digital transformation has made it easier for customers like me to interact with Coronation Insurance. I am confident that this strategy will keep us competitive and position the company for even greater success.”
Coronation Insurance emphasized its commitment to sustainability by outlining a strategy built on three foundational pillars. The first pillar, Strategic Partnerships, focuses on forging alliances to amplify positive impact and achieve shared goals. The second, Sponsorships and Donations, supports initiatives that align with the company’s mission and values, reinforcing its dedication to societal progress.
Lastly, through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), the company champions projects designed to drive meaningful development within communities. Together, these efforts reflect Coronation Insurance’s unwavering dedication to fostering shared prosperity while ensuring its operations align with global sustainability objectives.
The AGM featured the re-appointment of Mr Abubakar Jimoh and Mrs Stella Ojekwe-Onyejeli as Independent Non-Executive Directors, as well as the approval of the appointment of Mr Victor Etuokwu as a Non-Executive Director on the Board.
As the Company looks ahead, its leadership expressed optimism about leveraging emerging opportunities in Nigeria’s evolving economic landscape. Coronation Insurance plans to deepen its market penetration, strengthen its digital initiatives, and continue providing innovative insurance solutions tailored to clients’ needs.
“Our ambition is to redefine the insurance experience in Africa,” the chief executive stated, noting, “We remain committed to our mission of addressing Africa’s challenges through transformational solutions and customer-focused innovation.”
Economy
BNB Price Reflects Changing Dynamics in the Digital Asset Market
Economy
NASD Unlisted Security Index Crosses 4,000-point Benchmark Again
By Adedapo Adesanya
The NASD Over-the-Counter (OTC) Securities Exchange achieved a milestone on Friday, April 24, 2026, after five securities on the platform helped with a 1.85 per cent growth.
Data showed that the NASD Unlisted Security Index (NSI) again crossed the 4,000-point benchmark yesterday.
The index chalked up 73.64 points during the trading day to close at 4,052.59 points compared with the preceding session’s 3,978.95 points, while the market capitalisation added N5.38 billion to finish at N2.424 trillion versus Thursday’s closing value of N2.380 trillion.
The price gainers were led by Okitipupa Plc, which grew by N25.00 to sell at N305.00 per share compared with the previous price of N280.00 per share. Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc gained N6.92 to close at N76.26 per unit versus N69.34 per unit, Afriland Properties Plc appreciated by N1.00 to N17.00 per share from N18.00 per share, FrieslandCampina Wamco Nigeria Plc improved by 55 Kobo to N99.55 per unit from N99.00 per unit, and Food Concepts Plc increased by 5 Kobo to N2.70 per share from N2.65 per share.
However, there was a price loser, MRS Oil, which dipped by N21.75 to N195.75 per unit from N217.50 per unit.
During the final session of the week, the value of securities jumped 75.2 per cent to N41.3 million from N23.6 million units, and the number of deals expanded by 62.9 per cent to 44 deals from 27 deals, while the volume of securities declined marginally by 0.9 per cent to 447,403 units from 451,522 units.
At the close of trades, Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) Plc was the most traded stock by volume (year-to-date) with 3.4 billion units worth N8.4 billion, trailed by Resourcery Plc with 1.1 billion units valued at N415.7 million, and Infrastructure Guarantee Credit Plc with 400 million units traded for N1.2 billion.
GNI was also the most active stock by value (year-to-date) with 3.4 billion units sold for N8.4 billion, followed by CSCS Plc with 59.6 million units transacted for N4.0 billion, and Okitipupa Plc with 27.8 million units exchanged for N1.9 billion.
Economy
Naira Slips to N1,358/$1 as FX Reserves, Policy Uncertainty Concerns
By Adedapo Adesanya
It was not a good day for the Nigerian Naira in the currency market on Friday, April 24, as its value depreciated against the major foreign currencies at the close of transactions.
In the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEX), it lost N4.53 or 0.33 per cent against the United States Dollar yesterday to trade at N1,358.44/$1, in contrast to the N1,353.91/$1 it was exchanged on Thursday.
Equally, the domestic currency slipped against the Pound Sterling in the official market during the session by N8.14 to close at N1,834.02/£1, compared with the previous rate of N1,825.88/£1 and dropped N8.01 against the Euro to sell at N1,590.73/€1 versus N1,582.72/€1.
Also, the Naira depreciated against the US Dollar at the GTBank FX desk on Friday by N4 to quote at N1,370/$1 compared with the previous session’s N1,366/$1, and at the parallel market, it depleted by N5 to settle at N1,380/$1 versus the preceding day’s N1,375/$1.
Data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) indicated that NFEM interbank turnover surged to N43.562 million across 68 deals, up from N28.117 million the previous day.
Despite the CBN’s reassurance that the recent drop in external reserves is not worrisome, the market remains unsettled by persistent concerns over liquidity constraints, policy transparency, and weakening confidence in Nigeria’s FX market as gross reserves continue to decline to $48.4 billion.
The outlook for the Dollar appears supported by broader macro risks, including elevated oil prices tied to the tanker traffic disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and a continued US-Iran standoff over ceasefire negotiations.
A look at the digital currency market showed that investors are sitting on the edge as the US Dollar rebounded amid geopolitical and inflation risks despite continued inflows into US spot bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs).
Solana (SOL) rose by 1.2 per cent to sell $86.45, Cardano (ADA) appreciated by 1.1 per cent to $0.2517, Dogecoin (DOGE) grew by 0.9 per cent to $0.0989, Ripple (XRP) improved by 0.3 per cent to $1.43, Ethereum (ETH) soared by 0.2 per cent to $2,316.83, and Binance Coin (BNB) chalked up 0.1 per cent to sell for $637.44.
However, TRON (TRX) depreciated by 1.3 per cent to $0.3235, and Bitcoin (BTC) lost 0.2 per cent to close at $77,562.27, while the US Dollar Tether (USDT) and the US Dollar Coin (USDC) closed flat at $1.00 each.
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