- By Uché Okugo, Founder & CEO, FastClaim Solutions Limited
When I began my journey in the insurance industry over two decades ago, I never imagined I would one day be recognized among the Prestigious 100 African Iconic Personalities of the Year.
To receive this honor is deeply humbling—and a powerful reminder that Africa is on the rise, powered by visionaries, innovators, and bold thinkers who are committed to building solutions for our continent.
As an insurance professional and entrepreneur, my mission has always been simple: to solve real problems. In Nigeria, one of the biggest pain points in the insurance ecosystem has been claims processing—often slow, opaque, and frustrating. I saw an opportunity to transform that experience, not just for the sake of efficiency, but to rebuild trust and confidence in insurance as a whole.
That vision led me to create FastClaim Solutions Limited, Nigeria’s first AI-powered InsurTech platform designed to streamline motor insurance claims. FastClaim empowers users to report accidents, upload evidence, and undergo vehicle assessments—entirely remotely and in real-time. What used to take days or weeks now happens in a matter of hours.
Our platform is bridging a critical gap between insurers and the insured, driving transparency, speed, and customer satisfaction. More importantly, it is fostering a renewed sense of confidence in an industry that many had given up on. To see this solution adopted by insurers nationwide, and recognized as a catalyst for industry transformation, has been one of the most rewarding moments of my career.
But FastClaim is more than just a tech solution—it’s a representation of what I believe Africa needs: bold innovation rooted in empathy and driven by impact. I believe strongly in the power of homegrown solutions, and in the importance of recognizing and celebrating African excellence.
This nomination means more than personal recognition—it’s fuel for the journey ahead. It is a call to continue leading with integrity, to keep building bridges through innovation, and to empower the next generation of African entrepreneurs and leaders. Our continent is brimming with talent and untapped potential. We do not lack brilliance; we need platforms and partnerships that nurture and spotlight that brilliance.
To the future leaders of Africa: dream big, start now, and never underestimate the impact of one bold idea.
Uché Okugo
Founder & CEO, FastClaim Solutions Limited
www.getfastclaim.com | [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ucheokugo) | info@getfastclaim.com
