The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) and the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) have expressed deep sorrow over the death of Mr. Rotimi Edu.
In separate condolence messages on Sunday, both bodies described Edu as a visionary leader and a pillar of the insurance industry whose contributions remain indelible.
Edu was the 21st President of the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB).
The NIA Chairman, Mr. Kunle Ahmed, said the association received the news of Edu’s passing with profound shock and sadness.
He described the deceased as an exceptional leader, astute legal practitioner, and committed insurance professional who devoted decades to the advancement of the industry.
According to him, Edu championed initiatives that strengthened collaboration between insurers and brokers during his tenure as NCRIB President, promoting industry unity.
“His passing leaves a massive vacuum that will be deeply felt across the entire financial services sector,” he said.
Ahmed noted that Edu distinguished himself through professionalism, ethical conduct, and selfless service to society.
As a member of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Edu brought strategic insight and advocated reforms aligned with modern economic realities.
The NIA Chairman extended condolences to the NCRIB leadership, the family, colleagues, and friends of the deceased.
“While the industry mourns a monumental loss, we take solace in the enduring legacy of integrity, leadership, and institutional progress he left behind,” Ahmed said.
Also mourning, NAICOM Commissioner for Insurance and CEO, Mr. Olusegun Omosehin, described Edu as a towering figure in the insurance broking profession.
He said Edu left an indelible mark on the insurance industry through his brilliance, foresight, and unwavering dedication to the advancement of insurance practice in Nigeria.
Omosehin added that Edu’s legacy of integrity, courage, and progressive leadership would continue to inspire future generations of insurance practitioners.
He described Edu as a man of uncommon intellect and boundless energy, a cauldron of ideas, and a passionate advocate for reform.
“Even in the face of personal health challenges, his devotion to the council and the insurance industry remained steadfast,” he said.
