Mr. Edwin Igbiti, the newly inaugurated President of Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) on Friday said he would focus on building a sustainable legacy during his tenure.
Igbiti made the pledge while delivering his acceptance
speech at his investiture as the 51st President of the CIIN in Lagos.
He stated that the choice of the theme was borne out of the
need for continuity, to sustain and build on the works of past presidents of
the institute.
According to him, this will guarantee that in spite of
current global uncertainties, the institute continues to meet the needs and
aspirations of its members.
“Against this backdrop, my presidency would be focusing on a
three-point agenda, namely: Digital Reinforcement of Institute’s Operation,
Insurance Awareness For All-Grassroots, Youths and Insuring Public and
Infrastructural Development,” he said.
Igbiti noted that he would facilitate the transformation of
the CIIN Secretariat with state-of-the-art facilities that would stimulate
digital operations and processes, enhance excellent work culture which resulted
in quality customer experiences on all deliverables.
The CIIN president called for the support of stakeholders in
the industry to help drive the industry to lofty heights.
He noted that following the socio-economic situation of the
country and the need to curb the menace of insecurity, insurers must
collaborate with all tiers of government.
Igbiti said this was with the aim of re-emphasising the
essence of insurance as the infrastructural pillar for the growth and
development of the country.
He appreciated sponsors of the ceremony, mentors in the
industry, spiritual associates and most especially, the immediate past CIIN President,
Dr Muftau Oyegunle for their support and contributions that led to his
achievement.
In his welcome address, Oyegunle expressed delight that
Igbiti, also a professional colleague and friend, succeeded him after two years
of service as his Deputy President.
The immediate past CIIN president said Igbiti’s comradeship,
understanding, professionalism and integrity made his administration a
sensation and with good memories for the future.
“Igbiti is a tenacious and resilient leader and his reign
will be beneficial to the institute.
“I can confidently say this because of his trajectory of
success in various positions and capacities occupied in the industry.
“This office provides you another opportunity to employ your
wealth of expertise to broaden the scope of the institute and contribute hugely
to the growth of the insurance industry.
“As you embark upon your new responsibilities, I urge you
not to rest on your oar, as the reward for success is more hard work, ”
Oyegunle said.
In his remark, Chairman of the occasion, Dr Oladele
Fajemirokun, congratulated Igbiti on his investiture as the president of the
institute and promised to support him throughout his tenure.
Fajemirokun gave an assurance that Igbiti had the character,
competence and experience to give progressive leadership to CIIN, having proven
so while working at AIICO Insurance, specifically as its former Group Managing
Director/Chief Executive Officer.
“It is most heartwarming for me that a person in the mould
of Igbiti is taking over the mantle of leadership of the institute at this
crucial period.
“We all know the pivotal position the institute occupies in
the financial ecosystem and the economy of this country.
“There is no doubt that over the years, the institute has
distinguished itself as one of the foremost professional bodies that has given
cutting-edge training to insurance professionals.
“These professionals in turn are adding significant value,
not only to the insurance industry, but the general financial ecosystem,” he
said.
According to him, it was regrettable that the Nigerian
insurance industry was still at the back waters of national economy,
contributing a paltry one per cent to the Gross Domestic Product of the nation.
Fajemirokun highlighted some of the problems bordering the
industry to include poor image, low public acceptance and inadequate
professional training impacting on the quality of professional insurance
practitioners who interface with members of the public.
He said: “Be that as it may, the industry has continued to
make huge strides toward ensuring that this narrative is changed and
permanently too.
“I must not miss to appreciate the dynamism that has been
infused into the leadership of the institute since its inception.
“We have had 50 presidents and all of them without exception
laid the moulding blocks upon which Igbiti is starting to build on as the 51st
President.’’
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