Lasaco Assurance
14 Nov
Lasaco Assurance Plc has said its policyholders received a total of N6.54 billion in claims for insured risks during the 2023 financial year.
1 Nov
Insurance revenue of Lasaco Assurance Plc rose significantly to N18.3 billion in 2023 financial year from N13.5 billion it was the previous year. This growth represents a 36 percentage surge within the period under review. Similarly, its profit rose by six per cent, from N1.6 billion in 2002 to N1.7 billion in 2023, even as…
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An underwriting firm, Lasaco Assurance Pl has received a reaffirmation of its A(NG) rating and Stable Outlook from Global Credit Rating (GCR), underlining its financial position and resilience. The recognition comes at a time when the company has continued to navigate economic challenges with unwavering strength. The report by GCR has accentuated Lasaco Assurance Plc's…
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