National Health Insurance Authority wins special recognition for expanding coverage to over 20 million Nigerians.
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) is set to receive the prestigious 2026 Special Recognition Award for its growing impact on Nigeria's health insurance market, focusing on expanded coverage and industry participation.
The award ceremony will take place on November 6 at the Stable Event Centre, Surulere, Lagos, during the annual Almond Insurance Industry Awards and Consumers' Nite, hosted by Almond Productions Limited, according to information published by The Sun Nigeria.
Key dignitaries expected at the event include Sen. Enyinnaya Abaribe, Hajia Bola Muse, and Prof. Jacinta Opara, who will grace the occasion as guest presenters alongside other prominent industry leaders.
NHIA Leadership and Health Insurance Expansion
Ms Faith Ughwode, the CEO of Almond Productions Limited, stated that the NHIA is being recognized for significant reforms under its current leadership that reached over 20 million Nigerians within the last two years.
The leadership has demonstrated a strong commitment to expanding access to health insurance, improving healthcare financing effectiveness, and ensuring financial protection against healthcare-related costs for citizens.
Opeoluwa Emmanuel Oredugba Receives Life Achievers Award
In line with tradition, insurance doyen Mr Opeoluwa Emmanuel Oredugba will receive the Insurance Life Achievers Award for his over four decades of impact in the West African insurance space.
His most significant contribution includes the introduction of Takaful, or Islamic insurance, into the Nigerian sector in 2002, paving the way for diverse financial products.
Almond Insurance Industry Awards Details
The 2026 edition, tagged '#Reemergence', will feature top-rated performances from comedians and music headliners like Reminisce and Marvellous Benjy, with Steve Onu serving as the event host.
Ms Faith Ughwode affirmed that the unprecedented number of votes recorded this year demonstrates the awards' growing popularity and integrity among key industry stakeholders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the NHIA receiving the 2026 Special Recognition Award?
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) is being honored for its growing impact on Nigeria's health insurance market, specifically reaching over 20 million Nigerians within the last two years.
When and where is the Almond Insurance Industry Awards holding?
The event takes place on November 6 at the Stable Event Centre, Surulere, Lagos, organized by Almond Productions Limited.
Who is receiving the Insurance Life Achievers Award?
Insurance doyen Mr Opeoluwa Emmanuel Oredugba is receiving the award for over four decades of impact, notably introducing Takaful insurance in Nigeria in 2002.
