By Modestus Anaesoronye
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Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu, managing director of Rex Insurance has been recognised as one of the top corporate leaders at this year BusinessDay Top 25 CEOs Awards held weekend in Lagos.
The award ceremony, which brought together influential executives and industry experts, celebrated women and men who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership, innovation, and impact within their industries.
Ebelechukwu B. Nwachukwu was honoured for her remarkable contributions to Rex Insurance, where she has guided the company through a transformative period of growth.
Under her leadership, Rex Insurance has achieved significant milestones, including market expansion, technological advancements, and corporate responsibility initiatives. Her vision has set new standards for success in the insurance industry sector.
Reflecting on being named one of the distinguished awardees, Nwachukwu shared, “This recognition is a true reflection of the dedication and hard work of the entire Rex Insurance team. Together, we have built a solid foundation for continued innovation and success and I am immensely proud of all that we have accomplished.”
Under her leadership, Rex Insurance has achieved significant growth and positioned itself as a prominent entity in the insurance industry sector. The acknowledgment as one of the country’s Top 25 CEOs Awards underscores her critical role in guiding the company’s success and shaping its future direction. Since assuming leadership in January 2023, she has spearheaded a transformative rebranding process, repositioning the company as a digital-first, customer-centric insurer.
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Under her guidance, Rex Insurance commissioned a state-of-the-art head office in Victoria Island, Lagos, reflecting its renewed commitment to innovation, employee well-being and operational excellence.
Nwachukwu has driven strategic initiatives including the development of climate-based agricultural insurance products and inclusive retail offerings, enhancing market reach and relevance. Her leadership has also emphasized timely claims settlement and superior customer experience.
With a strong focus on profitability, she introduced the 2025 theme “Building Synergy and Growth,” aligning stakeholders toward sustainable financial performance. A seasoned executive with over two decades in insurance, she continues to champion digital transformation and shareholder value creation in Nigeria’s evolving insurance landscape.
The award ceremony was also attended by key members of the Rex Insurance leadership team, including Sunny Uwagboi, the Company’s executive director, Business Development; Shiela Ezeuko, general counsel/ Company Secretary; Abayomi Kayode, chief Financial Officer; Emmanuel Ndoh, head, Brands & Events and Wilson Okoh-Esene, head, Corporate Communications & Customer Experience.
Their presence highlighted the collective effort and dedication that has driven the company’s growth and success under Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu’s leadership. Together, they continue to drive the mission of innovation, excellence, and positive impact across the industry.
The Top 25 CEOs Awards brought together the world’s leading business figures, celebrating individuals whose performance, foresight, and dedication have made a lasting impact on their industries. This year, the ceremony was attended by a distinguished group of executives, all united in recognizing the exceptional contributions of the top CEOs.
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