Braie Leave a comment and share Chuks Udo Okonta Linkage Assurance Plc said it has continued to meet claims obligation to individual and corporate clients despite the COVID-19 lockdown across the country. It noted that this has become possible following full implementation of its business continuity plan, which has enabled […]
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CIIN lauds FG on COVID-19 efforts, recognition of insurance sector contributions
Efekoha Leave a comment and share Chuks Udo Okonta The President, Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) Eddie Efekoha, has lauded the Federal Government for its initiatives in the fight against coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. He also commended President Muhammadu Buhari on his recognition of the contributions made by the insurance […]
Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc pays N2.7bn claims in 2019
Soyinka Leave a comment and share Chuks Udo Okonta Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc just recently released the figures of claims obligated in 2019 in affirmation of its commitment in settling all genuine claims as and when due. The company, in the last year settled claims totaling N2,785,105,193.37 (two billion, seven […]
Insurance loss estimates for COVID-19 raised to $60bn
By Ahmad Zaki Analysts from investment bank UBS have added 50% to their estimate for the eventual insurance and reinsurance industry loss from the COVID-19 pandemic, now in the range of $30bn to $60bn. The bank initially estimated losses of around $22bn and $42bn, across both insurance and reinsurance. However, […]
PMB’s commendation excites insurance operators
Dr. Onigbogi Leave a comment and share Tope Adaramola A cross session of insurance operators have expressed their excitement about the broadcast of President Mohammadu Buhari on covid 19 in which he applauded the insurance industry for its role in helping to combat the pandemic in the country. In the […]
Buhari commends insurance sector over life cover for 5,000 frontline health workers
Buhari Leave a comment and share Chuks Udo Okonta President, Muhammadu Buhari has commended the Nigerian insurance sector for the provision of life insurance cover for 5,000 frontline health workers helping in the fight against COVID-19 pandemic. Buhari gave the commendable today in his address on the cumulative lockdown order […]
GNI Plc supports intervention fund to fight COVID-19 pandemic
Leave a comment and share Chuks Udo Okonta Great Nigeria Insurance Plc made a financial commitment to support the insurers’ umbrella body Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) intervention fund in fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic marks an unprecedented time in modern history that will require the […]
COVID-19: FBNInsurance donates ambulance to Lagos State, feeds the needy
Ojumah Leave a comment and share Chuks Udo Okonta As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and contribution towards flattening the curve of the health hazard caused by the outbreak of the dreaded coronavirus (COVID-19) disease in Nigeria, the life insurer, FBNInsurance and its subsidiary, FBN General Insurance has […]
AIICO Insurance pays about N1.7bn in 21 days amid lockdown
Fajemirokun Leave a comment and share Chuks Udo Okonta AIICO Insurance paid out about N1.7 billion to its customers in fulfilment of contractual obligations covering claims, benefits, loans and maturity payments, a scorecard detailing the firm’s performance within the first 21 days of COVID-19 lockdown, has revealed. Ajayi A statement […]
NIA canvasses support for governments in fight against COVID-19 pandemic
President of NCRIB, Dr. Mrs. Bola Onigbogi, Ag. Commissioner for Insurance, Olorundare Sunday Thomas and Mrs. Folashade Joseph, member of NIA Governing Council at the presentation ceremony. Leave a comment and share Chuks Udo Okonta The Director-General, Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) Mrs. Yetunde Ilori, has called on all stakeholders to […]
