Pastor Jerry Eze, the Founder and Lead Pastor of Streams of Joy International Ministry, has joined the Board of Heirs Life Assurance as an Independent Non-Executive Director, effective August 10, 2026.
Heirs Life Assurance Appoints Pastor Jerry Eze to Board
Heirs Life Assurance, the specialist life insurance company of Heirs Insurance Group, has made the appointment in a bid to expand financial inclusion and accelerate insurance adoption by strengthening public trust, consumer education, and long-term financial resilience across Nigeria. Despite being Africa's largest economy, Nigeria's insurance penetration remains below one per cent – among the lowest globally.
Pastor Jerry Eze's Background and Experience
Pastor Jerry Eze is the Founder and Lead Pastor of Streams of Joy International Ministry, a growing multinational ministry with 34 branches across West Africa, Southern Africa, Europe and North America. He is also the convener of the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declaration (NSPPD), one of the world's largest digital prayer platforms, reaching millions of people daily. Through his ministry and humanitarian initiatives, he has become one of Africa's most influential voices, championing hope, compassion, and community transformation.
Heirs Life Assurance's Commitment to Financial Inclusion
Heirs Life Assurance has become one of Nigeria’s leading specialist life insurance companies, ranking 7th on the Financial Times list of Africa’s fastest-growing companies. It is one of the three insurance businesses of Heirs Holdings, the leading pan-African investment company, with investments across 24 countries and four continents. The company continues to redefine life insurance through innovation, customer-centric solutions, and a commitment to making financial protection accessible to every Nigerian.
Tony Elumelu's Statement on Pastor Jerry Eze's Appointment
Speaking about the appointment, Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, Chairman, Heirs Life Assurance, said: "Pastor Jerry brings an exceptional combination of integrity, influence, and a deep understanding of people and communities. As we continue our mission to democratise access to insurance, his insight will help strengthen consumer trust, deepen financial inclusion, and reinforce our commitment to protecting the financial future of millions of Nigerians."
Pastor Jerry Eze's Response to His Appointment
Commenting on his appointment, Pastor Jerry Eze said: "I am honoured to join the Board of Heirs Life Assurance at a defining moment for the insurance industry. Financial security empowers individuals, families, and businesses to pursue their aspirations with greater confidence and resilience. I look forward to working with the Board and Management to advance the company's mission of making insurance more accessible, relevant, and impactful for every Nigerian."
Heirs Life Assurance has a collective presence of Heirs General Insurance, and Heirs Insurance Brokers, serving over 3 million people directly and indirectly. The company is championing financial inclusion and leading the digital insurance play in Nigeria, demonstrating its mission to democratise access to insurance.
Source: Pulse.ng
