News Africa13 May 2026

Nigeria:Heirs Insurance sharpens competitiveness with launch of multi-language Gen AI assistant

| 13 May 2026

Source: Heirs Insurance Group


Heirs Insurance Group has announced the launch of its multi-language generative AI assistant, Prince AI, marking a major milestone in its digital transformation and reinforcing its commitment to making insurance simple, accessible, and inclusive.

In a statement, Heirs Insurance says that it is the first insurer in Nigeria to launch the digital initiative. Prince AI is introduced as the Group approaches its fifth anniversary, highlighting five years of redefining insurance through innovation, customer-centricity, and technology-driven solutions.

Prince AI delivers instant, intelligent responses not only to customer requests about Heirs Insurance products, but also to broader insurance enquiries, helping users understand coverage options, assess their needs, and identify the right policies for their unique situations.

Built with accessibility at its core, Prince AI communicates fluently in multiple local and international languages, including English, Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, and many more, breaking down language barriers and enabling more customers to engage confidently with insurance in the language they understand best.

Beyond handling enquiries, the AI assistant enables customers to purchase and renew policies, initiate and track claims. The chatbot is available across WhatsApp, the SimpleLife Mobile App, and the Heirs Insurance website, delivering seamless, always-on service experience across multiple digital touchpoints.

Mr Peace Okhianmhense-Philips, Chief Digital Officer, Heirs Insurance Group, said, “Prince AI represents the next phase of our digital evolution. By embedding generative AI into our customer experience, we are not only improving speed and efficiency but also humanising insurance. This innovation allows us to connect more meaningfully with our customers, anticipate their needs, and deliver support that is instant, intelligent, and accessible.”

Built on adaptive intelligence, the AI assistant continuously refines its capabilities through every interaction, ensuring customers receive increasingly accurate and relevant guidance. Where personalised counsel is required, Heirs Insurance’s seasoned representatives stand ready to provide expert advice and clarity, ensuring a hybrid experience that blends the speed of automation with the empathy of human support.

Heirs Insurance Group is the insurance arm of Heirs Holdings, a leading pan-African investment company, with investments across 24 countries and four continents. With a rapidly expanding retail footprint and an omnichannel digital presence, Heirs Insurance Groupcomprising Heirs General Insurance, Heirs Life Assurance, and Heirs Insurance Brokersserves both corporate and individual customers across Nigeria.

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