Avon Healthcare Limited (Avon HMO), a leading health maintenance organisation in Nigeria, has won three awards at the 11th HR People Magazine Awards. The awards were presented on 23 October 2026 and recognize Avon HMO's achievements in learning and development, HR leadership, and people management. The awards celebrate excellence in human resources and honor outstanding HR professionals and organisations.
The awards won by Avon HMO include Best Training, Learning and Development 2026 (Fewer than 250 Employees), HR Champion of the Year 2026 for its Chief Executive Officer, Osa Imasogie, and HR Leader of the Year 2026 for Yetunde Ayeni, Group Head, Human Resources & Administration. These awards underscore the value of investing in people and creating an environment where employees can grow and perform at their best.
According to Osa Imasogie, the awards belong to every member of the Avon team, highlighting the organisation's priority of investing in employee growth and equipping them with the right skills. Imasogie emphasized that quality healthcare is delivered by people, and when employees thrive, enrolees feel it in every interaction. Avon HMO is committed to building a workplace where talent can flourish.
Yetunde Ayeni added that the recognition reflects a deliberate, sustained commitment to developing employees. Ayeni stated that Avon HMO wants every colleague to see a future in the organisation and have the tools to build it. The organisation's leadership has backed this agenda at every step, and Ayeni expressed pride in the team.
The awards reflect the role of strong leadership and continuous learning in building a workforce that can advance Avon HMO's mission to empower people to live healthier, fuller lives. Avon HMO's priorities are central to delivering quality healthcare and a positive experience for enrolees, which depend on the knowledge, skills, and commitment of its people.
Avon HMO is a subsidiary of Heirs Holdings, an African proprietary investment company focused on driving Africa's development through long-term investments in key sectors. Licensed in 2012, Avon HMO provides healthcare plans and related services to individuals, families, groups, companies, and communities in Nigeria. In 2016, it became the first HMO in the country to serve the retail market with a range of health plan options.
The organisation remains committed to empowering Nigerians to live healthier, fuller lives through its products and services. With these awards, Avon HMO has demonstrated its dedication to investing in its people and creating a positive work environment. The organisation will continue to prioritize employee growth and development.
Key points
- Avon HMO won three awards at the 11th HR People Magazine Awards.
- The awards recognize Avon HMO's achievements in learning and development, HR leadership, and people management.
- Avon HMO's CEO and Group Head, Human Resources & Administration, were also recognised as HR Champion of the Year 2026 and HR Leader of the Year 2026, respectively.
