Ms. Azogu is a highly accomplished business leader boasting over 35 years of extensive experience across critical business functions, including finance, operations, human resources, and executive leadership. Her distinguished career includes a significant tenure as the Deputy Managing Director at Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited. In this role, she spearheaded crucial stakeholder engagements with government bodies and played a pivotal role in major commercial negotiations.
Prior to her time at Nigerian Agip Oil Company, Ms. Azogu served as the pioneering Finance and Control Manager at Eni Ghana Exploration & Production Limited, establishing a strong foundation for the company's financial operations. Currently, she contributes her expertise to several corporate boards, bringing invaluable insights in stakeholder engagement, robust corporate governance practices, and ensuring stringent compliance standards.
Commenting on the appointment, Mr. Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, Chairman of Heirs Life Assurance, expressed his enthusiasm, stating: “We are pleased to welcome Callista to the Board of Heirs Life Assurance. She brings formidable Board experience, a commitment to excellence, strong corporate governance, and a track record of delivering long-term value. I am confident that she will further strengthen our leadership, as we continue transforming the insurance industry with innovative, accessible, and inclusive solutions.”
Heirs Insurance Group, the insurance division of Heirs Holdings, a prominent pan-African investment firm with a diverse portfolio spanning 24 countries and four continents, is strategically expanding its reach and impact within the Nigerian insurance market.
Comprising Heirs General Insurance Limited, Heirs Life Assurance Limited, and Heirs Insurance Brokers, the Heirs Insurance Group is rapidly growing its retail presence and leveraging an omnichannel digital strategy to effectively serve both corporate and individual clients across Nigeria.
The Group is actively championing financial inclusion and spearheading digital innovation within the Nigerian insurance sector, underscoring its commitment to democratizing access to vital insurance solutions. The appointment of Ms. Azogu further strengthens the Group's leadership as it pursues this ambitious mission.