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Tijjani Borodo Takes Over at IoD As President

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June 23, 2023

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Alhaji Tijjani Mohammed Borodo, has emerged as the President and Chairman of Governing Council of the Institute of Directors Nigeria (IoD Nigeria).

This followed the expiration of the tenure of Office of Dr. Mrs. Ije Jidenma, after she’d meritoriously served the Institute in the same capacity for two years.

The premier corporate governance Institute and a leading promoter of ethical professional standards in Nigeria, has elected Alhaji Tijjani Mohammed Borodo, LLM, F.IoD as President and Chairman of Governing Council,

In a statement, Mr. Dele Alimi, Director General/ Chief Executive Officer of IoD Nigeria said that Borodo to will steer the ship of the Institute and take charge of its affairs for the next two years.

“Alhaji Borodo emerged as President after a duly conducted election at the Institute’s 39th Annual General Meeting held on Thursday 22nd June 2023 at the Institute’s Secretariat, Ikoyi, Lagos,” he said.
He continued that Alhaji Borodo, a Fellow of the Institute of Directors Nigeria, a distinguished lawyer and the pioneer Company Secretary of FBN Holdings Plc., is an astute boardroom executive who has served the Institute previously in various capacities such as First Vice President, Second Vice President, Chairman, Finance & General-Purpose Committee, Chairman, Membership and Branch Development Committee and Honorary Legal Adviser among others.”

The Director -General added: “Indeed, we are very pleased as Alhaji Tijjani Borodo assumes the role of President of IoD Nigeria. As a previous office holder and Council Member of the Institute, he had brought his extensive knowledge and experience to bear and has provided inspirational leadership and direction for the success of the Institute.

His emergence as the President will enhance the Institute’s role as the leading corporate governance advocate, promoting sound ethical standards.”
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Alhaji Tijjani Borodo, is the Founder and Principal Partner at Tijjani M. Borodo & Associates Law Firm and an accomplished Board Executive of repute.

He is a member of the Nigerian Bar Association, member of International Bar Association (IBA) and an Alumnus of the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and University of Essex, United Kingdom.

He is also an Independent Non-Executive Director at Cowry Asset Management Limited, Signature Bank Limited and Sanlam Life Insurance Nigeria Limited.

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Enugu Air, airport concession to support state’s $30bn economy goal –Commissioner

“We looked at Enugu as an economic hub where tourism, hospitality, investment, and aviation can work together to drive growth.”

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June 17, 2026

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The Enugu State government said its new airline, Enugu Air, and the concession of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, will support its plan of growing the state’s economy from $4.4 billion to $30 billion by 2031.

In a statement, the Secretary to the State Government, Chidiebere Onyia, outlined how the state government plans to use aviation, tourism, and agriculture to drive economic growth.

He said that the airport concession is part of a broader strategy by Governor Peter Mbah’s administration to re-position Enugu as a major economic hub in the South East.

“We looked at Enugu as an economic hub where tourism, hospitality, investment, and aviation can work together to drive growth,” he said.

Mr Onyia said that the state expects an increase in visitor traffic in the coming years and believes air transport will play an important role in supporting that growth.

He further explained that the government’s projections are linked to plans to attract tourists, investors and businesses to the state

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Naira Exchange Rates Wednesday June 17

Black Market Rates
US DOLLAR (USD) Buy ₦1,395 Sell ₦1,405
GREAT BRITISH POUND (GBP) Buy ₦1,870 Sell: ₦1,900

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June 17, 2026

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Official CBN Exchange Rates

US DOLLAR (USD) ₦1,357. 18

GREAT BRITISH POUND (GBP) ₦1,820.39

EURO (EUR) ₦1,573. 79

SWISS FRANC (CHF) ₦1,708. 87

JAPANESE YEN (JPN) ₦8.46

CHINESE YUAN (CNY) ₦200. 86

WEST AFRICAN CFA (XOF) ₦2.40

WEST AFRICAN UNIT ACCOUNT (WAUA) ₦1,853.88

SAUDI RIYAL (SAR) ₦361.64

SOUTH AFRICAN RAND (ZAR) ₦83.67

BLACK MARKET RATES

US DOLLAR (USD) Buy ₦1,395 Sell ₦1,405

GREAT BRITISH POUND (GBP) Buy ₦1,870 Sell: ₦1,900

EURO (EUR) Buy ₦1,585 Sell ₦1, 610

CANADIAN DOLLAR (CAD) Buy ₦1,030 Sell ₦1,100

SOUTH AFRICAN RAND (ZAR) Buy ₦75 Sell ₦90

UAE DIRHAM Buy ₦350 Sell ₦370

CHINESE YUAN Buy ₦180 Sell ₦200

GHANA CEDI (GHS) Buy ₦95 Sell ₦110

WEST AFRICAN CFA Buy ₦2, 380 Sell ₦2, 460

CENTRAL AFRICAN CFA Buy ₦2, 220 Sell 2,300

AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR Buy ₦800 Sell ₦900

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NAICOM Hands Over African Alliance Insurance to New Board, Management team

The Commissioner charged the newly constituted Board OF Directors to work collaboratively with shareholders while upholding the highest standards of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and operational transparency.

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2 days ago

June 16, 2026

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The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), has handed over the operations of African Alliance Insurance plc to a new Board of Directors and a new management team.

The new board is chaired by Rear Admiral Anthony Odogba Isa while the management team is led by Mr. Abayomi Olakunle Ogunkeye as the Managing Director.

The new board was nominated by the company’s shareholders, following the successful conclusion of a regulatory intervention commenced by NAICOM in the company in October 2024.

The handover marks a significant milestone in restoring the company’s financial stability, safeguarding the interests of policyholders and annuitants, and repositioning the organisation for sustainable growth.

NAICOM had in October 2024, intervened in African Alliance Insurance after it faced severe liquidity challenges, a backlog of unsettled claims particularly annuity obligations regulatory breaches, and reputational damage that threatened its continued existence and undermined policyholders confidence.

To address these challenges, NAICOM appointed an Interim Management Board (IMB) and an interim management team, with a clear mandate to stabilise the company, unlock liquidity, settle outstanding liabilities, conduct forensic and actuarial reviews, and restore stakeholder confidence.

Speaking during the handover ceremony, the Commissioner for Insurance and Chief Executive Officer of NAICOM, Mr. Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, highlighted the transformative impact of the newly enacted Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025.

He noted that the legislation strengthens regulatory oversight, enhances public confidence, and supports deeper insurance penetration in Nigeria.

According to him, a major milestone under the Act is the establishment of the Insurance Policyholders Protection Fund (IPPF) a landmark mechanism designed to provide financial relief to policyholders in the event of insurer distress, insolvency, or liquidation.

The Fund represents a significant advance in consumer protection and aligns Nigeria’s regulatory framework with global best practices.

He emphasised the importance of sustaining policyholder confidence through prompt claims settlement, sound solvency management, and prudent business practices.

He further directed the board to strengthen corporate governance structures, restructure portfolios, update and reconcile policyholder records as well as reinforce transparency and accountability.

Source : ThisDay