Heirs Insurance Group has announced the winners of its 2024 Essay Championship, who will be awarded N8 million scholarship. The winners were announced at a ceremony at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, as part of an all-expense paid event hosted by the Group for the finalists, their parents and school representatives.

The winner, Hephzibah Chidi from Seacrest Preparatory in Rivers State, who won the first-place position and N5 million scholarship, captivated the judges with her winning essay and presentation of “The Story of My Hero”. In addition to her N5 million Scholarship, Chidi’s school, Seacrest Preparatory was awarded N1 million grant to support an educational project.

The other winners include Pemisire Owolabi from Quest College in Oyo State, who won second place with N2 million scholarship, and Mariam Raheem from Isador Model School in Lagos State, who won the third-place position with N1 million scholarship.

All winners received their awards in the presence of their parents and school representatives, distinguished guests, including, Director-General, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), Charles Odii, and hosts of the event – Niyi Onifade, MD/CEO, Heirs Life Assurance and the Group’s Sector Head; Tony Aniemeke, MD/CEO, Heirs Insurance Brokers, among others.

This year’s Championship attracted nearly 5,000 participants from Junior Secondary Schools nationwide, all showcasing exceptional creativity and innovative ideas. The Championship highlights Heirs Insurance Group’s unwavering commitment to supporting education and promoting financial literacy.

Speaking at the event, Onifade, said: “At Heirs Insurance Group, we understand that education is not only a pathway to a better future but also a catalyst for financial empowerment. Through this Championship, we are nurturing young talent and bridging the financial literacy gap, fulfilling our purpose of improving lives and transforming Nigeria.”