SanlamAllianz Women’s Network leads charge for inclusive education in Eti-Osa

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In a global call to action to celebrate the International Day of Education, female employees of SanlamAllianz Nigeria under the aegis of SanlamAllianz Women’s Network (SAWN) have reinforced the brand’s commitment to community development through a high-impact Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative at Gbara Community Senior Secondary School, Eti-Osa.

A statement signed by the MCC Manager, Bankole Banjo today said the outreach directly benefited over 240 students through the donation of essential educational materials, care packs, and books aimed at strengthening the school’s library resources. Beyond the donations, the engagement served as a platform to inspire students to pursue academic excellence and resilience while also prioritizing personal care with a view to building lasting self-confidence.

Speaking on the initiative, Ogechi Ekwosimba, President of the SanlamAllianz Women’s Network and Growth Manager, Alternate Distribution, SanlamAllianz Life Insurance, emphasized the network’s dual purpose: “Our network was established not only to empower the women within SanlamAllianz but to create a ripple effect of meaningful impact beyond our workplace. We believe that supporting education is the single most effective way to contribute to sustainable, long-term community development.”

The program also featured an inspiring keynote by Abimbola Lawson, Company Secretary and Head of Legal and Compliance at SanlamAllianz Life Insurance. Addressing the students, she underscored education as the ultimate tool for self-reliance. “Education gives you the power to make informed choices and build a future anchored on integrity and purpose,” Abimbola noted. “It is your pathway to opportunity and personal growth.”

The School’s principal, Mrs Abosede Oyewole, thanked SanlamAllianz for providing the enabling environment for the initiative while promising that the donated books and other items would be put to good use. She prayed for the continued success of the business and gave her best wishes.

Driven by the active participation of SanlamAllianz employees, the initiative underscores the organization’s broader dedication to social responsibility and inclusive progress. By aligning corporate values with tangible community action, SanlamAllianz continues to champion sustainable development across Nigeria.