By LOVETH AZODO, Lagos
The Commissioner for Insurance and CEO of the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), Olusegun Omosehin, will headline Insurance Meets Tech (IMT) 2024.
This was revealed in a statement signed by the IMT team, the event which is set to take place on Friday, September 27, 2024, at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos is now in its third edition.
According to the host, the event has become one of West Africa’s premier forums at the crossroads of insurance and technology.
This year’s edition combines insightful discussions on industry innovation with a fresh focus on youth culture, creativity, and financial inclusion.
The new segment, IMT Redefined, will explore the fusion of Afrobeats, technology, and the digital economy, aiming to attract young professionals and expand the conversation beyond traditional insurance boundaries.
Olusegun Omosehin’s presence at the event highlights the increasing importance of regulatory perspectives in guiding the future of the insurance industry. His keynote address will offer insights into how regulatory frameworks are adapting to the rapid digitalization of the insurance sector.
Joining Omosehin on the prestigious panel is Niyi Onifade, CEO of Heirs Life Insurance, who has been a pivotal figure in reshaping insurance delivery in Nigeria. Stephen Alangbo, Managing Director of Cornerstone Insurance, with over 30 years of industry experience, will share his expertise on expanding insurance coverage across the region. Abimbola Onakomaiya, President of the Professional Insurance Ladies Association (PILA), will bring her vision for advancing gender diversity within the insurance sector, a topic gaining momentum in recent years.
In the tech space, key thought leaders such as Adetokunbo Omotosho, CEO of Cybervergent, will tackle the rising importance of cybersecurity and digital trust in insurance. Ayo Bankole Akintujoye, CEO of Caladium Consulting, will focus on how technology is transforming insurance operations, while Joey Akan, CEO of Afrobeats Intelligence, will discuss how cultural trends like Afrobeats are influencing technological advancements in the industry. This unique intersection of technology, pop culture, and finance is a nod to the growing influence of youth-driven movements in shaping the future of financial services.
Rashidat Adebisi, Chief Client Officer at AXA Mansard, will round out the discussions by examining the evolving expectations of today’s insurance customers and how companies can adopt client-centric strategies in response.
Convener of the event, Odion Aleobua, expressed excitement about this year’s conference: “We’re bringing together industry leaders who are driving real change. Having Olusegun Omosehin headlining this event underscores the importance of regulatory insight in shaping the future of insurance technology.”
Supported by key industry players such as Leadway Assurance, Cornerstone Insurance, Cybervergent, Sanlam Nigeria, and emPLE, Insurance Meets Tech 2024 is poised to set a new standard for industry conferences in West Africa. Attendees can expect engaging panel discussions, networking opportunities, and actionable insights into the future of insurance.
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