NAICOM Leadership Honours Late Rotimi Edu, Pays Condolence Visit to Family

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‎L-R: Mr Ola Gam-Ikon, Deputy Commissioner, Finance and Administration, NAICOM; Mr Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, Commissioner for Insurance, NAICOM; Mrs Edu, The Widow; Dr Usman Jankara, Deputy Commissioner, Technical, NAICOM; and other visitors.

‎The management of the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), led by Commissioner for Insurance Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, has paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Barrister. Rotimi Edu, describing his death as a painful loss to Nigeria’s insurance industry and the wider financial services sector.
The visit, according to the Commission, was both a gesture of solidarity with the bereaved family and a tribute to a man whose professional legacy helped shape the growth and transformation of the insurance industry in Nigeria.
Barr. Rotimi Edu, mni, FCIB, was widely regarded as one of the respected voices within the insurance and financial services community, known for his commitment to professionalism, institutional development, and ethical leadership.
During the condolence visit, the NAICOM leadership reflected on his years of service and acknowledged the immense contributions he made toward advancing insurance practice, strengthening professional standards, and supporting reforms within the sector.
The Commission noted that Barr. Edu’s career was defined by dedication, vision, and a deep passion for industry development, qualities that earned him admiration among regulators, operators, and stakeholders across Nigeria’s financial ecosystem.
Speaking on behalf of the Commission, the leadership emphasised that his impact would continue to inspire both current and future generations of insurance professionals, adding that his contributions remain deeply etched in the history of the industry.
NAICOM further stated that while his passing leaves a significant vacuum, his legacy of excellence, integrity, and service will endure for years to come.
The Commission also prayed for strength and comfort for the family during the difficult period, reaffirming its support and solidarity as they mourn the loss of their loved one.
Barr. Rotimi Edu is remembered not only for his professional accomplishments but also for his role in mentoring younger professionals and promoting the ideals of accountability, discipline, and innovation within the insurance profession.
His passing has continued to attract tributes from stakeholders across the insurance sector, many of whom have described him as a distinguished professional whose life and work elevated the standards of the industry.
NAICOM leadership, led by Commissioner for Insurance Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, visits the family of the late Barr. Rotimi Edu, mni, FCIB, is celebrating his enduring contributions to Nigeria’s insurance industry and professional development.