The 2025 Almond Insurance Industry Awards – #Recharged Edition lit up Lagos on Friday, November 7th, celebrating excellence, innovation, and leadership across Nigeria’s insurance sector. Held at the vibrant Stable Event Center, the awards night delivered a blend of glamour, entertainment, and industry recognition—featuring comedy, music, dance-drama, and a gathering of top insurance professionals.
This year, NEM Insurance Plc, AXA Mansard Insurance, and Scib Insurance Brokers dominated various award categories, while Casava Micro Insurance proudly walked away with a special recognition award.
A Night of Prestige, Entertainment, and Industry Leaders
The award ceremony attracted a high-profile audience that included insurance executives, regulators, and notable figures from key sectors of Nigeria’s economy. Distinguished guests included:
- H.E. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi, Former Governor of Rivers State
- Mr. Bolaji Sumonla, Chairman, Nigerian Ports Consultative Council
- Hon. Mayor Emilagba Jubril Kolawole, Chairman, Lagos Mainland Local Government
- And other influential leaders
Their presence highlighted the growing influence of the insurance industry in national economic development.
Major Wins of the Night
After a suspense-filled evening, the winners of the 2025 edition were unveiled:
🏆 Corporate Category Awards
- General Insurance Company of the Year — NEM Insurance Plc
- Life Insurance Company of the Year — AXA Mansard Insurance
- Microinsurance Company of the Year — Casava
- Insurance Broking Company of the Year — SCIB Nigeria & Co.
👩💼 Individual Category Awards
- Insurance Woman of the Year — Mrs. Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu, MD/CEO, REX Insurance
- Insurance Broker of the Year — Mrs. Enitan Solarin, MD/CEO, YOA Insurance Brokers
- Insurance CEO of the Year (Most Coveted Award) — Mr. Kunle Ahmed, MD/CEO, AXA Mansard Insurance Plc & Chairman, Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA)
Mr. Ahmed’s leadership and strategic impact at AXA Mansard earned him the industry’s top honour of the evening.
Record-Breaking Participation & Transparent Judging Criteria
This year’s awards recorded an impressive 17,000+ votes from stakeholders across and beyond the insurance industry—highlighting growing public interest and industry engagement.
The judging process focused on clear and measurable metrics:
Corporate Categories Criteria
- Financial strength (assets & shareholders’ funds)
- Gross premium income
- Claims payment performance & speed
- CSR initiatives
- Brand visibility
Individual Categories Criteria
- Years of service and industry contribution
- Company performance under their leadership
- Demonstrated leadership excellence
Each winner earned their place through strong performance, integrity, and impactful contributions to Nigeria’s insurance landscape.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 Almond Insurance Industry Awards once again underscored the resilience, innovation, and evolving excellence of Nigeria’s insurance market. With companies and leaders raising the bar, the industry continues to move toward greater customer trust, digital transformation, and sustainable growth.
