LASU Congratulates Professor Olufemi Abass on Appointment as WAII Director-General
The Lagos State University has congratulated Professor Olufemi Adebowale Abass on his appointment as Director-General and Head of Mission of the West African Insurance Institute (WAII), Banjul, The Gambia.
The Lagos State University has congratulated Professor Olufemi Adebowale Abass on his appointment as Director-General and Head of Mission of the West African Insurance Institute (WAII), Banjul, The Gambia.
The congratulatory message was conveyed by the Vice-Chancellor, Distinguished Professor Ibiyemi Ibilola Olatunji-Bello, on behalf of the university management, staff, and students.
Professor Abass, who currently serves as Acting Director of LASU Ventures Limited, is a Professor of Risk Management and Insurance with extensive experience in academia, research, and professional practice.
The university described his appointment as a recognition of years of consistent academic excellence, professional contribution, and service to the insurance and financial services sector.

According to the Vice-Chancellor, the development reflects the value of perseverance, competence, and dedication, and serves as an inspiration to younger academics and professionals.
She noted that the appointment further reinforces LASU’s reputation for producing globally competitive scholars and leaders who contribute meaningfully to national and international development.
The university expressed confidence in his capacity to excel in his new role and wished him a successful tenure at the West African Insurance Institute.
The institution concluded by reaffirming its pride in the achievement, describing it as a milestone that aligns with its commitment to academic excellence and leadership development.