Leadway Assurance

Leadway Assurance was compromised in a ransomware attack attributed to kazu in December 2025. The organization, operating in the Financial Services sector in NG, was added to the group's data leak site as part of an extortion campaign.

kazu operates as a financially motivated ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation, exfiltrating sensitive data and threatening public disclosure to pressure victims into paying ransom demands.

Leadway Assurance Company Limited is the leading insurance provider in Nigeria, offering a comprehensive range of products including life, education, auto, travel, health, and property insurance. The company caters to both individual and business clients, providing solutions such as wealth management and prompt claims processing. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, Leadway ensures financial security for customers and their assets through tailored insurance plans. Established in 1970, Leadway is recognized for its reliability and proactive service in the insurance sector.