Promoting
Forthright Women
in Insurance

Building on a 50-year legacy of advocacy, professional growth, and empowerment in Nigeria’s insurance industry

About Us

Our passion is to see women in Insurance industry grow intellectually, professionally and excel in every facet of their lives. Here is an opportunity for exponential growth you have been waiting for. Let’s grow together. Come and join the Fortright Ladies!

  • Advocating for Women in the Financial Industry.
  • Direct Affiliation with ICAN, NIESV, and SWAN.
  • A Network of over 700 Certified Professionals and Growing.

Our Pillars of Excellence

For five decades, we’ve been championing women in insurance through unwavering commitment to these core values

Setting the definitive gold standard for ethical conduct and technical expertise, we ensure our members remain at the forefront of the evolving and complex Nigerian insurance industry landscape daily.

Building an enduring legacy of professional trust through transparent leadership, we maintain an unwavering commitment to our members while upholding the highest moral values across all our corporate interactions.

Empowering highly accomplished women to occupy influential c-suite, we strategically provide the tools and networks necessary to shape the future of global corporate finance and institutional risk management strategies.

Championing gender empowerment across the continent, we amplify the collective voice of professional women by influencing policy changes and creating inclusive opportunities within all key regulatory and industrial pillars.

Our Programs

Every year we put together life changing programs and event geared toward enhancing and improving the lives of our members and associates. Here are a few of our programs and events.

PILA/CILAG Conference

Gatherings aimed at building relationships with industry peers and stakeholders, expanding our connections and collaboration opportunities…

Industry Week

Off-site experiences focused on team bonding, relaxation, and strategic planning away from the daily grind, enhancing team cohesion and creativity…

Collaboration with Emergency Response Africa PILA Partners and SanlamAllianz

Interactive sessions designed to enhance skills and share knowledge among team members, promoting personal and professional growth…

Adopt a Child Initiative Program

Opportunities for team members to provide insights and comments on projects, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and open communication…

PILA Executive

Meet the visionary executives shaping the future of insurance in Nigeria

FL Nike Nihinlola

Vice President

FL Bimbo Onakomaiya

15th President, Professional Insurance Ladies Association (PILA)

FL Dr. Joyce Odiachi

Deputy President

Industry Insights

Stay connected with the latest news and thought leadership from PILA

Insurance Week 2026

Over 500 industry professionals gathered to discuss the future of insurance in Africa.

NIIRA 2025

Nigeria’s insurance industry has struggled for decades with low public trust.