BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—SanlamAllianz Nigeria, comprising SanlamAllianz Life Insurance and SanlamAllianz General Insurance, successfully hosted the 3rd Edition of its annual Children’s Day Funfair at Garden City Amusement Park, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
The vibrant event brought together children and families for a memorable day of fun, learning, and celebration, specifically honoring clients who hold the SanlamAllianz Children Education Policy.
This initiative highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting families, rewarding customer loyalty, and investing in the future of the next generation.
The event, which has become an annual tradition for the organization following previous editions in Lagos and Abuja, was designed to create a joyful atmosphere where children could relax, play, and celebrate their special day through a variety of games, recreational activities, entertainment, and exciting surprises.
The choice of Rivers State for this edition allowed the brand to deepen its connection with customers in the South-South region.
Speaking on the importance of the initiative, Chris Ekwonwa, Group Head, Strategy, Marketing & Corporate Communications, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to creating meaningful experiences that positively impact communities and strengthen relationships with families.
“At SanlamAllianz, we believe that every child deserves moments of joy, inspiration, and opportunity.
The Children’s Day Funfair is one of the ways we connect with our communities and celebrate the incredible potential of young people. Seeing the excitement and smiles on the faces of the children reminds us of the positive impact that meaningful engagement can have,” Ekwonwa stated.
The Rivers State event featured a variety of attractions and activities tailored to children of different age groups, encouraging participation, creativity, and social interaction. Attendees enjoyed unlimited access to the amusement park’s facilities, interactive games, live entertainment sessions, and other fun experiences throughout the day. Parents and guardians in attendance highly commended the company for creating a safe, engaging, and family-friendly environment where children could celebrate a day dedicated entirely to them.
This successful gathering reflects SanlamAllianz Nigeria’s ongoing commitment to supporting communities and fostering meaningful relationships that extend far beyond standard insurance services. Through initiatives like this, the company continues to promote inclusiveness, family wellbeing, and positive social impact across the country.
The event concluded with warm expressions of appreciation to all participating children, parents, employees, and partners whose support contributed to making the celebration an unforgettable experience.
Formed as a merger of Sanlam, Africa‘s biggest non-banking financial services firm, and Allianz, one of the world’s most recognizable insurance brands, SanlamAllianz operates a joint venture across 28 countries on the continent.
Established in Nigeria as SanlamAllianz Nigeria in June 2025, the brand immediately embarked on a dynamic rebrand campaign, positioning itself as a clear leader in the non-banking financial services industry with a strong commitment to ranking among the top two in every market where it operates
