We all know insurance costs money. However, a term that is often new when you first start buying insurance is regarded as ‘premium.’ Here, we discuss the basics to help you understand what an insurance premium is and how it works in Nigeria. What Is an Insurance Premium? An insurance premium is the amount of […]
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5 Insurance Policies You Probably Do Not Need In Nigeria
Because we can’t predict the future, we want to be ready to cover our financial needs if, or when, something bad happens. Insurance companies understand this and provide insurance policies to protect us from unforeseen calamities. These could range from diseases to disabilities and everything in between. While we always hope for luck to be […]
An Overview of The National Insurance Commission [NAICOM]
As the premier insurance body in Nigeria, the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) perform several functions ranging from regulation to monitoring and developing new systems. This article discusses everything you need to know about NAICOM in full. NAICOM – History and Overview The National Insurance Commission, NAICOM regulates the practice and operations of Insurance in Nigeria. […]
Is Disability Insurance A Good Idea?
No, not yet. You might reconsider closing the tab. Disability Insurance may not be what you think it is. Disability Insurance? What in the world of Insurance does that even mean? At first glance, one would imagine this is associated with insurance that caters to the underprivileged and ‘notoriously’ handicapped. We would be glad to […]
All You Need To Know About Cyber Insurance
Cyber insurance is a relatively new form of insurance as opposed to its Life and Health variants. Other novel types could include Engineering Insurance and Device Insurance. With the alarming rate of cyber attacks and threats, cyber insurance is becoming more prominent as a measure to cover the loss and damage of cyber intrusions. This […]
Things to know before reporting a loss to your insurance company
Reporting an insurance loss can seem complicated just thinking about it. You recently had a car accident or some other kind of loss to one of your vehicles, your loved one, or your business. And you’re wondering… Should I submit a claim to my insurance company or not? Will there be any negative consequences? Will […]
Insurance Premium – Meaning and what you should know
Insurance is the transaction of exchanging money for risk transfer. When this transaction goes through, they compensate you should any damages come to your insured asset. Now, in a more professional statement; it means exchanging insurance premium for risk transfer. The money you pay to purchase insurance is called an insurance premium. In this article, […]
Nigerian Insurance Industry Database – What you should know
Nigerian Insurance Industry Database, because sometimes, the insurers need a group chat Insurance in Nigeria is one of those things that we know about, but not a lot of people take seriously and honestly for good reason. Finding credible companies can be a bit challenging, coupled with the fact that data accumulation is very lax, […]
An Overview of Insurance in Nigeria
When it comes to insurance, no other word quite packs a punch. Insurance is a tricky subject because while it is a popular concept, there is still a lot that is not clear to most people. In his article, we will demystify insurance and the insurance industry in Nigeria, providing you with information on all […]
Importance of the Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC).
This article discusses the significance of the NDIC. You’ve probably come across different insurance articles and presentations – you may even have some assets insured right now, so you may have a good idea of what insurance is. You probably have an account or two and except for ATMs that are out of service sometimes, […]