CBN Lauds Sanlam General For Inclusive Insurance

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has lauded Sanlam General Insurance Nigeria Limited for its critical role in inclusive insurance and financial inclusion in the country.

The apex bank through its 2nd International Financial Inclusion Conference 2024, in Victoria Island, Lagos, recognised the underwriter as the ‘Financial Inclusive Insurer of the Year.’

Under the theme: ‘Inclusive Growth: Harnessing Inclusion for Economic Development,’ the event brought together notable leaders, including the vice president of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima; governor of the CBN, Olayemi Cardoso; and Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

This award, the insurer said, affirms Sanlam’s unwavering commitment to advancing financial inclusion through innovative and impactful solutions tailored to the unique needs of Nigerians, even as, Sanlam Nigeria’s winning submission in the category of Financially Inclusive Insurer of the Year showcased: Proud Moments celebrated by Sanlam; Code of Confidence.FlexiGuard Product and Dynamic Staff Engagement Initiatives

Responding to this development, the managing director/CEO of Sanlam General Insurance Nigeria Limited, Bode Opadokun reflected on the significance of this achievement, stating that: “This recognition as Financial Inclusive Insurer of the Year underscores our dedication to bridging the financial gap in Nigeria through innovation and inclusivity. At Sanlam, we believe that everyone deserves access to security and confidence, and this award is a testament to the collective effort of our exceptional team. Together, we are redefining what it means to serve and inspire.”

As the award signals a bold step forward, Sanlam Nigeria said, it remains committed to creating a brighter and more inclusive future for individuals and businesses across Nigeria.

Sanlam is a pan-African brand with a rich history and heritage founded in 1918 as a life insurance company as the brand has grown to become Africa’s largest non-banking financial services group, with a strong presence in 27 countries on the African continent, and a niche presence in India, Malaysia, the United Kingdom and Australia.