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Guinea Insurance Grosses N1.08bn In 2020

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Guinea Insurance Plc recorded a Gross Premium Written of N1.08 billion in 2020, as against N1.29 billion in 2019, representing a decrease of 16.3%, the company’s Chairman, Ugochukwu Godson, said at 63rd Annual General Meeting of the Insurance company.

Ugochukwu, who was represented by Mr. Samuel Onukwue, a Board Director, at the meeting held virtually, presented the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2020, to shareholders, together with the Reports of the Directors and Auditors.

The company’s Gross Premium Income also decreased by 10.3%, from N1.17 billion in 2019 to N1.05 billion in 2020, while Net Premium Income decreased by 18.67%, from N902.4 million in 2019 to N733.9 million in 2020.

Owing to low single-digits interest rates in the fixed income market, Investment Income for the period under review decreased considerably by 50.1%, from N210.06 million in 2019 to N104.8 million in 2020. The year resulted in a loss of N227.6 million as against N795 million recorded in 2019.

He, however, pointed out that the accelerated digitisation of the company’s customers engagement platforms, supply-chain interactions, and internal operations paid off, as the loss for the year dropped significantly by 71.3%.

The company also recorded a 15.2% savings in its operational expenses, from N868.6 million in 2019 to N736.3 million reported in 2020, owing to Executive Management’s yearnings to achieve operational excellence while also embracing essential principles and methods to create significant improvement within the work environment.

The Chairman, Progressive Shareholders Association of Nigeria, Boniface Okezie, acknowledged that “the year 2020 was understandably challenging, with the outbreak of a great disruption unleashed by a viral pandemic. The growth in the Nigerian economy has been crawling due to its infrastructure deficit, high interest rates, and security challenges, kidnapping, conflict between cattle herdsmen and farmers have all taken their toll on the Nigerian economy but, there was still a lot of scope for improvement. He commended the board and management of the Company for going over and above in ensuring a significant reduction in its loss profile by a whopping 71.3% in the year under review.

He further applauded the company for the institution of a strategic alliance with the Lagos State Government, through its Agency – Lagos State Parks and Gardens (LASPARK), as the company’s sustainable development agenda has provided a powerful framework for the company to engage in corporate social responsibility thereby, putting its social license to work along the Jibowu axis of Lagos.

In a closing remark, the company’s Managing Director, Guinea Insurance, Ademola Abidogun charged stakeholders to look on the bright side of new things to come as the Board was raring to go with its continuous growth and development initiatives.

“Today, business is no longer, as usual, I make bold to say that we are alive to the current economic realities and our single-minded pursuit is to pull out all the stops on our path to success and return the Company on the path of sustainable profitability,” he stated.

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Leadway Health HMO Wins Award Again

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Leadway Health HMO has been honoured with the Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO) of the Year award at the Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Awards (NHEA) for the third consecutive year.
This achievement affirms Leadway Health HMO’s position as a consistent leader in delivering innovative, accessible, and customer-focused healthcare solutions across Nigeria. Leadway Health HMO set a new record, one that has never been achieved in the 15-year history of the NHEAwards.
The award, presented in Lagos recently, 2025, celebrates the organisation’s excellence in service delivery, technology integration, unmatched service delivery, and its expanding provider network.
Speaking on this achievement, Chief Executive Officer, Leadway Health HMO, Dr. Tokunbo Alli, stated, “Receiving the HMO of the Year award for the third consecutive year is a deeply meaningful milestone for us at Leadway Health HMO. It is more than an accolade; it is a resounding validation of our commitment to transforming healthcare delivery in Nigeria, Africa, and the world at large.
“In a country where fewer than one in ten people have access to health insurance, we recognise the immense responsibility we carry. Through our investment in digital innovation, operational efficiency, and inclusive health plans, we are not only improving access to quality care but also setting new benchmarks for service excellence within the industry. This recognition reflects the trust our customers place in us and the unwavering dedication of our team and partners who make our vision a reality every day.”
Alli added, “We will continue to scale our hospital partnerships, enhance claims transparency, and leverage technology to deliver even more accessible, affordable, and customer-centric healthcare solutions. This award strengthens our resolve to be at the forefront of Nigeria’s health transformation journey—driving meaningful change, one life at a time.”
Leadway Health HMO’s triple win comes at a time when trust and performance in the HMO sector are under scrutiny. With a growing population, rising healthcare costs, and a national goal of achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by 2030, the company’s performance positions it as a crucial stakeholder in driving Nigeria’s health transformation agenda.
The Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Awards, founded in 2014 by Global Health Project and Resources in collaboration with Anadach Group USA, is the industry’s most respected recognition platform. This year’s edition was themed “Collaborating for Impact: Strengthening Health Systems through the SWAP Approach”, emphasising unified efforts to drive change.

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NAICOM Charges Operators To Ignite Nationwide Conversation About Power Of Insurance

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The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has enjoined insurance operators to ensure that they ignite a nationwide conversation about the power of insurance as the inaugural edition of Insurance Week holds across the country.

The Commissioner for Insurance and Chief Executive of NAICOM, Olusegun Omosehin who spoke in Lagos on Monday, affirmed that the Insurance Week is designed to raise national awareness about the vital role of insurance in Nigeria’s growth and development.

To truly secure Nigeria’s future, he pointed out that “we must educate the public on the benefits of insurance, develop products that meet the needs of all Nigerians, wnsure prompt and transparent claims processing, as well as invest in talent and technology to drive innovation and trust.

At NAICOM, he said the regulatory body is committed to building a strong, inclusive, and globally respected insurance industry, and has been driving reforms to strengthen consumer protection, promote digital innovation, ensure capital adequacy and sound governance, while expanding access to underserved communities.

On why insurance matters, he stated that “In today’s fast-changing world, risks are everywhere—economic shocks, natural disasters, health crises, and more” adding that these uncertainties can disrupt lives and derail national progress.

“Insurance is our shield. It helps individuals, businesses, and governments manage these risks, recover from losses, and build resilience.
Without insurance, your economy would be more vulnerable, and our people less secure. That’s why this year’s theme, “Insurance for All: Securing Nigeria’s Future,” is both timely and essential” he emphasised.

Omosehin maintained that “The future of Nigeria depends on how well we manage risk. Every decision—whether by individuals, businesses, or government—carries uncertainty. Insurance provides the tools to navigate these uncertainties and protect our collective future.”

The NAICOM boss further urged the nsurance operators to renew their commitment to building an industry that serves the people and supports national development and use every platform—media, schools, communities, and workplaces—to spread the message that insurance is not a luxury; but a necessity.

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