** Shares of Akora Resources AKO.AX fall 9.1% to A$0.1, set for their weakest trading session since July 22, if current trend holds
** The metal explorer receives firm commitments to raise A$2.91 million ($1.88 million) via a placement and entitlement offer
** Offer price for both placement and entitlement offer at A$0.085, a 22.7% discount to stock's last close
** Says funds will be used for advancement of co's Bekisopa iron ore project in Madagascar among others
** Stock down 4.8% YTD, including the day's moves
($1 = 1.5482 Australian dollars)
(Reporting by Nikita Maria Jino in Bengaluru)
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