Department of Insurance
About the Department
The Department of Insurance is one of the academic departments of Niger Delta University. It provides students with a solid grounding in the theory and practice of insurance, combining structured coursework, practical training, and research-based learning.
Through the dedication of its academic staff, the Department continues to produce graduates equipped with the knowledge and skills required to excel in their chosen fields and contribute meaningfully to national development.
Our Mission
The Department of Insurance is committed to providing quality, research-driven education in Insurance that equips students with the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and professional competence required to excel in their careers and contribute meaningfully to national development.
Our Vision
To be a leading centre of excellence in Insurance education and research within Nigeria and beyond, recognised for the quality of its graduates and the impact of its scholarship.
Core Values
Academic Excellence
Integrity & Ethics
Critical Inquiry
Innovation
Community Service
Collaborative Spirit
Academic Programmes
Undergraduate
INSURANCE
The INSURANCE programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Insurance, combining core coursework with research, seminars, and practical engagement. Graduates emerge with strong analytical, research, and communication skills that are valued across academia, the public sector, and industry.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
- Insurance Researcher / Lecturer
- Policy Analyst / Public Service
- Consultant in Insurance-related industry
- Further postgraduate study and research
- Entrepreneurship in Insurance-related ventures
- Non-governmental and international organisations
Postgraduate
INSURANCE
The INSURANCE programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Insurance, combining core coursework with research, seminars, and practical engagement. Graduates emerge with strong analytical, research, and communication skills that are valued across academia, the public sector, and industry.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
- Insurance Researcher / Lecturer
- Policy Analyst / Public Service
- Consultant in Insurance-related industry
- Further postgraduate study and research
- Entrepreneurship in Insurance-related ventures
- Non-governmental and international organisations
INSURANCE
The INSURANCE programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Insurance, combining core coursework with research, seminars, and practical engagement. Graduates emerge with strong analytical, research, and communication skills that are valued across academia, the public sector, and industry.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
- Insurance Researcher / Lecturer
- Policy Analyst / Public Service
- Consultant in Insurance-related industry
- Further postgraduate study and research
- Entrepreneurship in Insurance-related ventures
- Non-governmental and international organisations
Academic Staff
Meet the faculty behind Department of Insurance
Kunle Akinwunmi
Associate Professor
Kuroakegha Basuo
Senior Lecturer
Josiah Edike
Lecturer II
Chizoba Ehiogu
Lecturer I
Samuel Fred
Assistant Lecturer
Ifeanyi Joseph
Professor
Famvie Josiah
Assistant Lecturer
Sunday Nwite
Professor
Vincent Okparaka
Senior Lecturer
Pamela Owei
Graduate Assistant
Izonebi Pereasuodei
Assistant Lecturer
Ipigansi Pretoria
Lecturer II
Bomiegha Sikpi
Graduate Assistant
Pere Solomon
Lecturer II
Adekunle Sunday
Associate Professor
Ogiriki Tonye
Associate Professor
Research & Publications
Focus areas and recent work from this department's academic staff
Research Focus Areas
Insurance Theory & Foundations
Core theoretical frameworks and foundational scholarship in Insurance.
Applied Insurance
Practical application of Insurance knowledge to real-world problems and industry needs.
Insurance in the Niger Delta Context
Region-specific research addressing the peculiar challenges and opportunities of the Niger Delta.
Insurance Education & Pedagogy
Advancing how Insurance is taught, assessed, and communicated to the next generation of scholars.
Contact Us
Department of Insurance, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
+234 800 000 0000