SanlamAllianz Nigeria policyholders received N77billion claims on risks suffered on their insured properties and lives in 2025 financial year-end. SanlamAllianz Nigeria comprises of SanlamAllianz Life Insurance and its subsidiary, SanlamAllianz General Insurance. The paid claims emanated from the life and general businesses the insurer did last year, thus, reaffirming its financial strength and commitment to policyholders amid sustained macroeconomic pressures. The performance, according to Group Head, Strategy, Marketing and Customer Relations,  Chris Ekwonwa,  underscores the company’s role as a reliable risk partner and reflects the strength of the Sanlam Allianz joint venture, which combines African market leadership with global insurance expertise. According to the unaudited figures, the Life business recorded Net Claims of N57.06 billion in FY 2025, compared to N51.04 billion in FY 2024, representing a 11.8% year-on-year increase. The incre...Read more

SanlamAllianz General Insurance has announced the appointment of Mrs. Jacqueline Uche Agweh as its substantive Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, effective February 11, 2026. Mrs. Agweh brings over three decades of deep industry experience cutting across underwriting, claims management, reinsurance, insurance broking, life assurance, and technical operations. Her appointment marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to strengthening leadership capacity and enhancing operational excellence within Nigeria’s insurance sector. A statement from the Group Head, Strategy, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Customer Relations, Chris Ekwonwa, said while prior to her appointment, she served as Executive Director, Technical Operations at SanlamAllianz General Insurance. She previously held senior management roles at FBN General Insurance (now Sanlam General Insurance), Oasis Insurance Plc, Kelsan Insurance Brokers Limited, ACEN Insura...Read more

In a global call to action to celebrate the International Day of Education, female employees of SanlamAllianz Nigeria under the aegis of SanlamAllianz Women’s Network (SAWN) have reinforced the brand’s commitment to community development through a high-impact Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative at Gbara Community Senior Secondary School, Eti-Osa. According to a statement by Marketing and Corporate Communication Manager, Mr. Bankole Banjo, the outreach benefited over 240 students through the donation of essential educational materials, care packs, and books aimed at strengthening the school’s library resources. Beyond the donations, the engagement served as a platform to inspire students to pursue academic excellence and resilience while also prioritising personal care with a view to building lasting self-confidence. Speaking on the initiative, Ogechi Ekwosimba, President of the SanlamAllianz Women’s Network and Growth Manager,...Read more

Bothered by the low insurance awareness and financial education in the country, SanlamAllianz Nigeria has launched a financial education campaign at select markets in Lagos State. The campaign is aimed at aiding the financial knowledge and management of traders, shop owners, among others, in popular markets in Lagos. It is planned for two phases including a physical market activation across organised market associations in both Lagos Mainland and Lagos Island; as well as a radio programme debuting on two high listenership radio stations in January 2026. Speaking on the campaign, the managing director/CEO SanlamAllianz Nigeria, Tunde Mimiko, said: “Ours is not your every-day insurance company, we pride ourselves as a protection organisation with a suite of solutions that empowers generations to be financially prosperous, secure and confident. “And we all agree that no one can aspire to financial confidence without basic knowledge of how finances work ...Read more

Sanlam General Insurance Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of Sanlam Life Insurance Nigeria, is delighted to announce its recognition as the Financial Inclusive Insurer of the Year at the 2nd International Financial Inclusion Conference 2024.  The event was hosted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) under the theme, “Inclusive Growth: Harnessing Inclusion for Economic Development,” the event brought together notable leaders, including the Vice President of Nigeria, H.E. Kashim Shettima (GCON); Governor of the CBN, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso; and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The prestigious ceremony took place at the Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. This award affirms Sanlam’s unwavering commitment to advancing financial inclusion through innovative and impactful solutions tailored to the unique needs of Nigerians.  Sanlam Nigeria’s winning submission in the category of Financially Inclusive Insurer of the Year showcased...Read more

Sanlam General Insurance Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of Sanlam Life Insurance Nigeria is excited to announce a significant upgrade to its *1056# Code of Confidence, a revolutionary USSD solution now available on Airtel and MTN mobile networks in Nigeria. The expanded features provide customers with a seamless platform to make insurance claims, check policies, and purchase insurance directly through their mobile devices. Originally designed to provide fast and reliable third-party insurance claims, the *1056# code now extends beyond claims processing to deliver an all-in-one solution for essential insurance services. This enhancement reflects Sanlam's ongoing commitment to delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions that simplify the insurance journey for Nigerians. Customers can now access a range of features by dialing *1056#. These include the ability to initiate insurance claims instantly, check policy status, and even purchase new insurance product...Read more

Sanlam General Insurance Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of Sanlam Life Insurance Nigeria, has reported impressive financial results for 2023, with a Gross Premium Written of N16.1 billion and claims payouts totaling N3.9 billion. These figures represent a notable increase of 41% and 26%, respectively, from the previous year, showcasing the company’s growth and commitment to customer satisfaction.   Sanlam's profit before tax also surged by 134%, climbing from N1.8 billion in 2022 to N4.4 billion in 2023, while its Total assets grew by 42%, increasing from N16.1 billion to N22.8 billion during the period under review, underscoring the company’s strong financial position and ability to meet its obligations.   Commenting, Bode Opadokun, Managing Director/CEO of Sanlam General Insurance, expressed his satisfaction with the company's financial performance, particularly the growth in profit before tax, shareholders' funds, and total as...Read more

The CEO Today Africa Awards celebrates exceptional leaders who are revolutionizing the business landscape in Africa. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, achieved remarkable success and made significant contributions to their industries. Bode Opadokun has been honored with the prestigious 2023 CEO Today Africa Award.    Bode Opadokun is an accomplished business leader and insurance mogul with a remarkable track record in the financial services sector and the Managing Director/CEO of Sanlam General Insurance Nigeria Limited. Opadokun, emerging as the winner of this esteemed accolade, solidifies his position as a prominent figure in the African business community.    The selection process for the CEO Today Africa Awards is rigorous and comprehensive. A panel of industry experts carefully evaluates the nominees based on a range of criteria, including leadership skills, financial performanc...Read more