{
  "id": 14316033,
  "title": "Lasaco Assurance Secures Approval to Underwrite Agric Insurance Business",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/lasaco-assurance-secures-approval-to-underwrite-agric-insurance",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-13T23:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/14/lasaco-assurance-secures-approval-to-underwrite-agric-insurance-business/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lasaco Assurance Plc has received approval from the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) to provide coverage for agricultural insurance, a significant step in the company's strategic growth and dedication to Nigeria's agricultural industry. In a statement about the decision, Lasaco Assurance's Managing Director, Ademoye Shobo, outlined a comprehensive array of agricultural insurance products that will be made available to farmers and stakeholders within the sector. Agriculture remains a critical force in Nigeria's economic growth, fostering livelihoods, ensuring food security, and generating business opportunities across the nation. Shobo expressed optimism that this approval will significantly enhance the company's revenue streams and enable Lasaco Assurance to make a substantial impact on the protection and advancement of this specialized market. Additionally, Head of Strategy at Lasaco Assurance, Adedayo Adetokun, highlighted that this milestone aligns with the company's long-term objective of diversifying its sectors and reinforcing its competitive advantage. Adetokun stressed that strategic alliances and innovative strategies will be vital in fully realizing the potential of the agricultural insurance portfolio. This achievement marks a new era for Lasaco Assurance Plc, strengthening its role within Nigeria's agricultural market and paving the way for further expansion and wealth generation.",
  "summary": "Ebere Nwoji Lasaco Assurance Plc, has secured approval of the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) to underwrite agricultural insurance for farmers, marking a pivotal advancement in the company’s strategic expansion and",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}