Guinea Insurance hosts strategic board retreat to reinforce vision, leadership transition
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Seated (L–R): Mrs Chioma Okigbo (Non-Executive Director), Mrs Bernice Izilen Okosun (Non-Executive Director), Mr Temitope Borishade (Chairman, Board of Directors), Mrs Ijeoma Pearl Okoro (Non-Executive Director), and Mr Samuel Onukwue (Non-Executive Director).. Standing (L–R): Mr Ademola Abidogun (Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer), Mrs Chinenye Nwankwo (Company Secretary), Mrs Ogonna Offor-Orabueze (Executive Director, Technical), and Mr Pius Edobor (Executive Director, Finance & Corporate Services)
Guinea Insurance Plc convened a high-impact Board of Directors retreat from 15th to 16th May 2025 at the prestigious Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The retreat marked a defining moment of legacy, renewal, and strategic alignment, culminating in a formal Board meeting on 17th May, where the newly appointed and outgoing Board members engaged in collaborative dialogue, insightful knowledge exchange, and forward-looking deliberations focused on strengthening leadership synergy and reinforcing governance for the company’s future growth.
A statement said the event marked the official onboarding of the newly NAICOM-approved Directors, including Mr Temitope Borishade as Chairman, along with Mrs Bernice Izilen Okosun, Mrs Ijeoma Pearl Okoro, and Dr Nkemakonam Chukwukaodinaka as Non-Executive Directors. They join the existing Non-Executive Director, Mr Samuel Onukwue, and Independent Non-Executive Director, Mrs Chioma Okigbo, with Executive representation from Mr Ademola Abidogun (MD/CEO), Mr Pius Edobor (ED, Finance & Corporate Services), and Mrs Ogonna Offor-Orabueze (ED, Technical).
Designed to foster a shared vision and establish strategic priorities, the two-day retreat provided an in-depth overview of Guinea Insurance’s journey, spotlighting operational progress, brand repositioning, stakeholder engagement, and the company’s redirection towards sustainable profitability. Senior Management delivered performance insights, structural reforms, and growth opportunities aimed at repositioning the company as a formidable and competitive player in Nigeria’s insurance sector.
Speaking at the event, MD/CEO Mr Ademola Abidogun remarked: “This retreat is a clear reflection of our resolve to entrench corporate excellence, deepen stakeholder confidence, and unlock strategic growth. The combination of continuity and fresh perspectives at the Board level positions us uniquely positions us to navigate the future with clarity and reinforce our renewed focus on profitability and long-term market competitiveness.”
Guinea Insurance remains committed to building a resilient, innovation-led, and trusted brand — exceeding expectations at every turn.
