IGI boss, Remi Olowude is dead

Remi Olowude, Executive Vice Chairman, Industry and General Insurance Plc is dead at the age of 63.

Olowude, a staunch supporter of football in Nigeria died in a hospital in the United State of America on Saturday after a prolonged illness.

Senior Manager, Corporate Communications, IGI, Steve Ilo, who confirmed his death, said an official statement would be released Monday.

Born in 1951, Olowude deployed his multi-disciplinary background, professionalism and vision to build a conglomerate with interests in various sectors of the Nigerian economy.

One of them is IGI, which was incorporated as a limited liability company in October, 31, 1991 and commenced operation in January 1992.

IGI is the official insurance company for the Super Eagles and other national football teams.