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  • IEI shareholders approve ₦17.5bn recapitalisation drive amid tighter insurance rules

    IEI shareholders approve ₦17.5bn recapitalisation drive amid tighter insurance rules

    In an update published by Punch, shareholders of International Energy Insurance (IEI) approved a ₦17.5bn recapitalisation plan aimed at strengthening the firm’s capital base.

    The company says the move is designed to improve compliance and expand underwriting capacity as regulators and market expectations raise the bar for solvency and governance.

    Recapitalisation remains a defining test in Nigeria’s insurance sector, influencing reinsurance terms, corporate ticket size, and customer confidence.

    Echotitbits take: The key questions are who funds the raise, valuation terms, and how quickly cash is injected. Watch for filings, NAICOM response, and IEI’s post-raise strategy—whether it targets retail expansion or larger corporate lines.

    Source: The Punch — January 4, 2026 (https://punchng.com/iei-shareholders-approve-n17-5bn-recapitalisation/)

    The Punch January 4, 2026

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  • Fidelity Bank names Amaka Onwughalu board chair as governance changes continue

    Fidelity Bank names Amaka Onwughalu board chair as governance changes continue

    In an update published by Punch, Fidelity Bank announced the appointment of Amaka Onwughalu as board chair, a move aimed at strengthening corporate governance as the sector tightens oversight.

    The appointment comes amid heightened scrutiny of bank boards, risk management and capital adequacy, with stakeholders watching how leadership decisions translate into performance and compliance.

    Vanguard also reported the appointment, describing Onwughalu’s elevation as a notable board change at the lender. Punch’s report described the move as “appoints Onwughalu as board chair,” while Vanguard’s coverage similarly framed it as a chairmanship appointment.

    For investors, the practical signal will be follow-through: board composition, committee strength, and disclosures that show improved governance beyond titles.

    Echotitbits take: For investors, the practical signal will be follow-through: board composition, committee strength, and disclosures that show improved governance beyond titles.

    Source: The Punch — January 3, 2026 (https://www.google.com/amp/s/punchng.com/fidelity-bank-names-new-board-chairman-as-chike-obi-exits/%3famp)

    The Punch January 3, 2026

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  • FCMB targets a ₦400bn capital raise as Nigerian banks brace for tougher buffers

    FCMB targets a ₦400bn capital raise as Nigerian banks brace for tougher buffers

    Photo credit: THISDAYLIVE — FCMB logo

    2025-12-20 12:20:00

    According to Punch, FCMB Group is preparing a major capital-raising programme reportedly up to ₦400 billion as the sector responds to recapitalisation pressures and risk-buffer expectations.

    The move reflects a wider banking reality: growth ambitions now require bigger cushions amid FX volatility, higher compliance costs and tougher risk management demands.

    Investors will be watching the structure—rights issue, public offer, private placement or a mix—because dilution and pricing will shape sentiment.

    In the broader market, large raises can act as a confidence test: strong subscription signals trust in earnings outlook, while weak uptake raises questions about macro risks and sector fundamentals.

    An NGX filing referenced shareholder authority to “raise up to N400,000,000,000,” aligning with the reported target.

    Leadership also reported FCMB’s recapitalisation-driven raise plan as part of a broader sector-wide capital push.

    Echotitbits take: Timing and pricing will matter. If offers are priced aggressively, investors may demand clearer earnings visibility. Also watch for consolidation pressure among mid-tier banks—recapitalisation cycles often trigger mergers and strategic exits.

    Source: THISDAYLIVE — December 20, 2025 http://thisdaylive.com/2025/12/19/fcmb-group-secures-shareholders-approval-to-raise-n400bn-fresh-capital/

  • Champion Breweries opens ₦15.91bn rights issue to fund Bullet brand expansion push

    Champion Breweries opens ₦15.91bn rights issue to fund Bullet brand expansion push

    2025-12-15 08:00:00

    According to The Punch, Champion Breweries opened a ₦15.91bn rights issue to eligible shareholders as part of a wider capital-raising programme tied to acquisition and expansion plans.

    Punch reports the offer involves 994,221,766 ordinary shares priced at ₦16 per share, with proceeds expected to support the strategic acquisition of the Bullet brand and strengthen its growth agenda.

    The company’s fundraising plan, the report notes, also envisages a public offer to follow after the rights issue.

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: Rights issues can dilute or strengthen depending on execution and use of proceeds. Watch subscription levels, timelines for the Bullet acquisition close, and whether the subsequent public offer improves liquidity and free-float on NGX.

    Source: THISDAYLIVE — November 26, 2025

    THISDAYLIVE https://www.thisdaylive.com/2025/11/26/champion-breweries-commences-n15-91bn-rights-issue-to-strengthen-expansion-strategy/ November 26, 2025