As international travel into Nigeria rises and millions of visitors are expected to move across the country during the peak travel period, Leadway Assurance has introduced a short-term insurance cover aimed at protecting visitors and businesses from financial losses arising from unforeseen incidents during temporary stays.

The insurer initiated the Leadway Arrival Pack in Lagos, describing it as a flexible protection solution for Nigerians in the diaspora, tourists, business travellers, students and other short-term visitors, as well as businesses that provide services to them.

The cover comes against the backdrop of increasing passenger traffic and heightened economic and social activities during festive and religious periods, when hotels, transport operators, event centres, restaurants, retailers and other businesses typically experience increased patronage and exposure to risk.

Speaking at the presentation of the new cover, Executive Director, Retail and Partnership, Leadway Assurance, Kikelomo Fischer, said the product was developed to give visitors and businesses greater peace of mind during temporary stays and periods of increased activity.

Fischer said international passenger movements into Nigeria increased from 4.33 million in 2024 to 4.85 million in 2025, representing about 12 per cent growth.

She noted that the increase in passenger traffic also meant greater exposure to unexpected risks, making flexible and temporary insurance protection increasingly relevant.

According to her, the Arrival Pack provides protection tailored to peak travel periods, giving visitors greater confidence while offering businesses additional assurance as they serve a growing number of customers.