Mr. Ekerete Ola Gam-Ikon
Deputy Commissioner for Insurance Finance & Admin
Biography
Mr. Ekerete Ola Gam-Ikon serves as the Deputy Commissioner for Insurance (Finance & Administration) at the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM). Appointed in April 2024, he brings over three decades of extensive experience in Nigeria’s insurance industry, encompassing leadership roles in product development, marketing, strategy, and customer advocacy.
An alumnus of the University of Calabar, Mr. Gam-Ikon holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics. He is a Full Member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered), a Certified Process Professional, and an Associate Member of the Risk Managers Society of Nigeria.
Throughout his career, he has held key positions in several leading insurance companies, including Leadway Assurance Company Limited, Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc, and Guinea Insurance Plc. His contributions have played a significant role in shaping strategic initiatives and driving growth within these organizations.
Outside his corporate roles, Mr. Gam-Ikon is the founder of Finterate Projects, a business consultancy firm, and co-founder of Smart Coach Global Nigeria Limited, a community focused on business coaching and entrepreneurship. He is also the convener of “Insurance September,” an annual platform launched in 2017 to engage stakeholders and raise awareness within the insurance sector.
In his current role at NAICOM, Mr. Gam-Ikon is dedicated to strengthening financial governance, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering innovation to advance Nigeria’s insurance landscape.
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