Yemisi Izuora
The Insurance Sector is poised to make more selfless contributions toward efforts by government to halt spread of the Coronavirus spread.
The sector is excited that their effort was deeply appreciated at the highest level of authority.
The Chairman, Nigeria Insurers Association (NIA), Mr. Tope Smart said they are happy that for the first time, their role is being appreciated.
Smart’s comments was made shortly after President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday during a nationwide broadcast to give update on measures by government to curtail COVID-19 spread praised enthusiastically the support so far received from the sector.
He stated that the recognition will further spur them to do more.
He said the sector has always played major roles in the economy but this is the first time they are getting a presidential recognition.
He said they look forward to more partnership with the Federal Government in developing the country.
During the broadcast, Buhari commended the insurance sector for supporting the government with free insurance cover for frontline workers.
He said: “In keeping with our Government’s promise to improve the welfare of healthcare workers, we have signed a memorandum of understanding on the provision of hazard allowances and other incentives with key health sector professional associations.
” We have also procured insurance cover for 5,000 frontline health workers.
” At this point, I must commend the insurance sector for their support in achieving this within a short period of time”, he added.