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AXA Mansard CEO Kunle Ahmed Emerges 26th NIA Chairman
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The chief executive of AXA Mansard Insurance, Mr Kunle Ahmed, has been elected the 26th Chairman of the Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA).
At his swearing-in ceremony last week at the 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the group, the insurance expert expressed gratitude to past chairmen of the association for establishing a formidable foundation and steering the association on the transformational path.
He also extended his appreciation to his colleagues on the governing council, CEOs of member companies, the director general, management, and staff of the NIA.
Mr Ahmed further thanked the organisation for the confidence reposed in him, calling for the collective support of all stakeholders in the insurance industry to help him succeed. He emphasised the importance of members’ support and collaboration to enable her to take the association to a new height.
“While I pledge my unwavering commitment to the ideals of our esteemed association so we can continue to be a strong pillar of support for our members,
“I am also requesting your support and collaboration to move our association forward, especially at this crucial time in our nation’s journey to economic stability and prosperity,” the AXA Mansard chief said in his acceptance speech.
At the gathering, Mr Ahmed announced the appointment of Mrs Bola Odukale as the new Director-General/CEO of the NIA, effective July 2, 2024, and extolled the outstanding service of the outgoing occupier of the position, Mrs Yetunde Ilori.
According to him, her immense contributions and visionary leadership were instrumental to the repositioning of NIA as one of the cynosures of Nigeria’s financial services sector.
“It is no longer a secret that she will assume the presidency of the Chartered Insurance Institute (CIIN) in a bit. So we wish our dear Mrs Ilori resounding success in this new role,” he stated.
Congratulating Mr Ahmed, the Chief Client Officer (CCO) of AXA Mansard, Ms Rashidat Adebisi, said his election was another testament not just to his contagious passion, dedication, and hard work but also a timely call to service, to consolidate on the strong foundations established by the forebearers of NIA.
Ms Adebisi, who expressed her enthusiasm regarding Mr Ahmed’s new role, stated that, “For us at AXA, we are very proud of this feat achieved by Kunle.
“We also understand the enormity of his election at a time like this in the annals of our industry. So, as he takes on this role, we assure him, the governing council, and the management of NIA of our unalloyed support.”
She reiterated AXA’s continued commitment to support Its employees to contribute to the Increasing need to unlock the potential of the insurance sector in Nigeria, noting that AXA considers its talent development an Important part of strengthening the industry and will continue to encourage Its employees to bring their expertise and experiences to bear on the development agenda of all well-meaning stakeholders In the Industry.
AXA Mansard is a leading financial services provider committed to helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals. With a focus on insurance, asset management, health insurance, and pension fund administration, we strive to provide innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients, helping them progress in their daily lives.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
Lagos Television (LTV 8), Alausa, Ikeja, has a new General Manager, and he is Mr Kayode Oyekanmi, replacing Mrs Sola Kosoko, who was ousted by the Lagos State government.
Mr Oyekanmi was presented with his letter of appointment on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, by the Lagos State Head of Service, Mr Bode Agoro, in a brief ceremony.
The new General Manager of the state-owned broadcast station was tasked with using his vast experience in the media space to take LTV 8 to greater heights.
Mr Agoro expressed confidence in Mr Oyekanmi’s capacity to reposition Lagos Television and wished him a successful and impactful tenure of office.
Prior to his appointment, Mr Oyekanmi served as the Director of Strategy Centre at the Lagos State Ministry of Information and Strategy, a position he has held since 2022.
A seasoned brand communications practitioner, Mr Oyekanmi has over three decades of professional experience spanning both the private and public sectors, with expertise in Advertising, Public Relations, and global export services.
He commenced his public service career as a Public Affairs Practitioner on March 1, 2000, with the Lagos State Ministry of Information and Strategy.
The new LTV boss, a Lagos State indigene from Isale Eko, Lagos Island, has received several awards in recognition of his dedication, hard work, and commitment to the journalism profession.
He holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Lagos and a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Education from Lagos State University.
He is an active Member of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR).
In addition, he is a voracious reader and a passionate lawn tennis player, and currently serves as the Charter President of the Lagos State Ministry of Information Toastmasters Club.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
A retired Major-General, Mr Adeyinka Famadewa, has been appointed as the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Homeland Security.
The appointee retired from the military after over three decades, with experience in national security strategy, intelligence fusion, counter-terrorism operations, and international security diplomacy.
His career reflects a rare blend of operational excellence, strategic foresight, and institutional leadership in safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity and national interests, a circular signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Mr George Akume, said.
It was disclosed that Mr Famadewa was chosen for the position because of his exceptional record of service, strategic expertise, and outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s national security architecture.
The notice said the appointment underscores the commitment of the administration of Mr Tinubu to strengthening internal security coordination, enhancing intelligence-driven operations, and deepening inter-agency collaboration in addressing emerging security threats across the country.
The President expressed confidence that Mr Famadewa’s appointment will further enhance the government’s efforts toward achieving a safer and more secure Nigeria through improved coordination of homeland security initiatives, intelligence integration, and proactive risk management.
He also urged him to deploy his wealth of experience, professionalism, and strategic insight in advancing national security objectives and supporting the administration’s agenda.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
In a bid to strengthen its board and support its transformation goals, FCMB Group Plc has appointed the chairman of the board of the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), Mrs Adepeju Adebajo, as an independent non-executive director.
A statement signed by the company secretary, Mrs Olufunmilayo Adelabu, disclosed that the appointment has been approved by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
She brings to the board over 30 years of experience across industry, renewable energy, agriculture, finance and consulting. She has worked with teams and clients in sub-Saharan Africa and Europe, helping them grow and multiply impact.
Throughout her career, Mrs Adebajo has led teams through change and growth. She previously worked at Lafarge Africa Plc, and was once the chief executive of Mouka Limited, Lumos Nigeria, UTC Nigeria Plc and an Assistant General Manager at United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc. She is a Transformation Lead at Etex Group (Nigerite and Emenite Limited).
In 2025, she founded Climate Governance Initiative Nigeria, affiliated with the World Economic Forum (WEF) and serves on the World Economic Forum Council on Climate and Nature Governance (2025-2027).
Mrs Adebajo holds a Master’s and a BSc in Chemical Engineering from Imperial College London and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
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