Lagos, Nigeria – SUNU Group commemorates second year passing anniversary of its visionary founder, Mr. Pathé DIONE, on Monday January 13, 2025, with religious ceremonies organized in the 17 countries where the Group is present.
These ceremonies serve as a poignant reminder of Mr. DIONE’s enduring legacy and his unwavering commitment to the development of Africa.
In Nigeria, a Koranic reading was held at the NTA mosque, Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, at 1 p.m., while a Mass was held in his memory at the Divine Physician and St. Luke’s Catholic Chaplaincy, LUTH, Idi-Araba, Lagos at 10 am. These services provided an opportunity for the SUNU Group family, employees, partners, and the general public to come together and remember the life and achievements of this remarkable individual.
Mr. Pathé DIONE was a true visionary who dedicated his life to empowering Africans through sustainable economic growth and development. He believed deeply in the potential of the African continent and founded the SUNU Group with the aim of creating a pan-African financial and health services group that would contribute significantly to the continent’s progress.
Throughout his life, Mr. DIONE championed the importance of inclusive growth and social responsibility. He believed that businesses have a crucial role to play in addressing the social and economic challenges facing African communities. This philosophy continues to underpin the SUNU Group’s operations today, as the Group strives to create sustainable value for all stakeholders.
Reflecting on the impact and legacy of the late founder, Mr. Samuel Ogbodu, Managing Director of SUNU Assurances Nigeria PLC said, “Mr. DIONE’s legacy is deeply ingrained in the DNA of SUNU Group. We are committed to honouring his memory by continuing to build on the strong foundation he laid and by striving to achieve the ambitious goals he envisioned for the Group.”
While paying his tribute at the commemorative service, Dr. Patrick Korie, the Managing Director of SUNU Health Nigeria Limited eulogised the late founder saying, “Mr. DIONE was not just a founder; he was a mentor and an inspiration to all of us at SUNU Group. His unwavering belief in the power of African entrepreneurship and his commitment to social responsibility continue to guide our actions and inspire us to strive for excellence in all that we do.”
SUNU Group was founded in 1998 and offers a range of services, including: Life and Non-Life Insurance, Banking, Health Insurance, Assets Management and other financial services.
The Group has presence in 17 African countries including Nigeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, DRC, Senegal and Togo.
