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How Nigerian leaders can check talent exodus, others — UK firm
How Nigerian leaders can check talent exodus, others — UK firm
TEXEM UK, a United Kingdom-based leadership development organisation, says the unabated exodus of talents from Nigeria to the UK primarily, constitutes a major but surmountable hurdle for the country’s leaders.
In a statement on TEXEM’s website (www.texem.co.uk), its Director of Special Projects, Caroline Lucas, said the challenge affects leaders in the country’s private and public sectors.
Lucas added that currency risks, high inflation, regulatory hurdles, failing business models, and the weighty cost of capital are among other challenges Nigerian leaders face today.
“These hurdles may appear insurmountable, but there is a beacon of hope on the horizon: the Customised Executive Development Programme titled “Leading Transformation for Strategic Outcomes,” organised by TEXEM, UK.
“The programme will be held from November 27 – 30, 2023, at Hilton, London in the United Kingdom.
“This programme, led by an esteemed faculty, promises to deliver actionable solutions and insights to these pressing issues through proven, engaging methodologies that make learning fun, memorable and actionable,” she explained.
According to the Director, the programme is the missing piece of the puzzle that can supercharge organisations and leaders in Nigeria.
Lucas said that in a world marked by swift change, the coming programme empowers leaders to adapt and guide their organisations through transitions.
She said distinguished and eminent thought leaders, including Prof. John Peters, Prof. Rodria Laline, and Prof. Paul Griffith, would lead the programme.
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Peters, a former Prisoner of War and, Royal Airforce Fighter Pilot and past Chair of the Association of MBAs, accredits London Business School, Harvard, Wharton, and INSEAD.
He brings invaluable lessons on successful leadership in turbulent times, providing the skills needed to navigate with confidence.
“Attendees will refine their strategy under the guidance of Professor Rodria Laline in “Building Governance for Digital Transformation.”
“Digital transformation is no longer a choice but a necessity. Prof. Laline, an accomplished CEO and founding Director of Harvard Maiximise Your Board Programme, brings an enormous wealth of experience in global research and development.
“She will inspire participants on how to align governance with innovation, fostering a culture of innovation and resilience within their organisations – a crucial strategic advantage in today’s world,” Lucas said.
She said the programme’s itinerary, which includes company visits, group discussions, assessments, and role plays, ensures that participants gain practical, hands-on knowledge.
Lucas added that this translates to an enhanced ability to learn and adapt rapidly, a vital aspect of sustainable success.
She disclosed that the “Change Management and Organisational Culture” session will be delivered by Prof. Paul Griffith, the world’s first Professor of Management to launch a rocket into space fifteen years ago successfully.
Lucas said that Griffith will inspire executives and challenge assumptions about winning strategies that drive lasting transformation.
“Change is constant, and effective change management is an art. 70 percent of change initiatives fail. Hence, leaders must be deliberate and strategic to inspire successful change management.
“A seasoned thought leader, Prof. Griffith, will guide participants on better decision-making for enduring success.
“By attending the “Leading Transformation for Strategic Outcomes” programme, Nigerian leaders can unlock a wealth of benefits for their organisations,” she said.
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According to Lucas, the event is not just a programme; it’s an exceptional opportunity to drive organisations towards enduring success.
The director also shared testimonials from previous TEXEM delegates from Nigeria, which she said speaks volumes about the value-added executives will derive from participating in its programmes.
“I’ve enjoyed the orderliness of the organisers. I’ve enjoyed the presentations of the consultants. I’ve enjoyed the practicability of the consultants.
“They bring in life examples in all their presentation, then with that one, the participants could be carried along. It’s not theoretical.
“You know, you can see they also practicalise by bringing in life events, even using themselves as examples. So that really sends the message deep into our hearts. And that’s wonderful…” says Sonya Ogunkuade, Hon. Commissioner and Former Special Assistant to the President.
“The program has been very interesting, exciting, knowledge sharing, and it has actually brought about a greater insight into what leadership is,” Akinwunmi Lawal, MD/CEO of NPF Microfinance Bank PLC. said.
Ifeanyi Ani, CEO of Total Pension CPFA, said, “I regard the These Executive Minds Executive Education programme as the best I have attended in recent times. Not one of them, but the very best as it was humanly perfect.
“My favourite thing about the programme would be…drawing our attention again to… change, which has been a constant in life experiences, you know, change in our lives, change, you know, in businesses…
“The evolution of businesses and the way we do things…discussions, for example, on cyber security and mental health, which is not just equipping us to know what is happening around us.
“Even equipping us personally, our mental health, paying attention to also the ever-evolving cyber security… Those are things I would say that made it very, very interesting”.
Also, Ambassador Mustafa Sam, Non-Executive Director, Jaiz Bank, had this to say, “I found that it’s quite a new approach to workshop than I’m used to because I’ve attended so many workshops organised by other organisations.
“But I found that the approach made by TEXEM is quite different. First of all, when I found that the first day of the programme would be visits to Shakespeare’s birthplace and also to visit a chocolate factory, I was sceptical.
“So I said, I’m in love with Shakespeare, but I just said, what is it to do with business or whatever it is?
“But then after the visit and then to the two places and coming back and then I could see the collaboration between what I’m supposed to know, and I really could understand the issues there.”
How Nigerian leaders can check talent exodus, others — UK firm
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Yahaya Bello: Prosecute US school over advance tuition fee payments, Sowore tells EFCC
Yahaya Bello: Prosecute US school over advance tuition fee payments, Sowore tells EFCC
Omoyele Sowore, a prominent Nigerian activist, has called for the prosecution of the American International School (AIS) in Abuja for alleged money laundering involving former Kogi state governor Yahaya Bello and his former Chief of Staff, Ali Bello.
In a post on X, Sowore alleged that Bello and his aide laundered close to $1 million under the guise of paying “future school fees” for their children at AIS.
He argued that similar to the American justice system, the AIS should face charges instead of simply refunding the money.
He further urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to ensure that the school discloses all such payments made by Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs). Sowore believes that investigating such payments could reveal widespread financial misconduct and calls for AIS to be converted into a public school if found guilty.
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His words: “The American International School @AISAbuja , where fugitive former Kogi state governor Yahaya Bello @OfficialGYBKogi and his former Chief of Staff, Ali Bello, laundered close to $ 1 million in the name of paying “future school fees” of their wards should be charged and prosecuted for money laundering instead of being allowed to refund the money.
“This is the way the American justice system treats such cases on US soil, the @officialEFCC must also ensure the school discloses all such school fees paid by Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs).
“I am sure there are a lot of discoveries that would be uncovered such that the school could be converted to a public school instead of its criminal connivance with financial criminals fleecing the Nigerian public across board, these must necessary apply to these ultra-expensive private schools in Nigeria.”
Yahaya Bello: Prosecute US school over advance tuition fee payments, Sowore tells EFCC
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Why we praised Aviation minister Keyamo after Dana Air incident – Northern group
Why we praised Aviation minister Keyamo after Dana Air incident – Northern group
The Coalition of Northern Patriots (CNP) has hailed the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN, for prioritising the safety and well-being of air travellers.
The group stated this in a statement signed by its president Kudu Mohammed in reaction to the suspension of the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) of Dana Airlines.
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), on Wednesday, announced the airline’s suspension after its aircraft (MD82 with registration marks 5SN-BKI) skidded off the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos runway.
In reaction, Mohammed said Keyamo is restoring dignity and confidence to the sector with innovative reforms in line with global best practices, always promoting national security interest as a patriot.
Mohammed said in the aviation business that there is no margin for error. Hence, all protocols must be strictly adhered to, and that is what Keyamo has done.
“The suspension of the operations of Dana Airlines is a welcome development,” the statement said. “As we all know, this is the second time within two years that Dana Air’s AOC has been suspended over safety violations.
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“In 2022, the airline’s operation was halted after the outcome of a financial and economic health audit carried out on the airline by the regulatory authority came out negative.
“This time around, though, thankfully, we have an Aviation Minister whose priority is the safety and well-being of travellers unafraid to make painful decisions for the good of the nation.
“We have a man who never compromises and strongly holds on to his principles. Mr Keyamo has already introduced some innovative reforms in line with global best practices. He has carried out a thorough cleansing of the polluted sector he inherited.
“We, therefore, pass a vote of confidence on his leadership. Of course, we are aware that he is not the most-loved minister due to his transparent and resolute approach.
“However, we want to let Mr Keyamo know that the masses are with him.”
The group, therefore, urged him to remain a fearless advocate of the masses and never to allow himself to be silenced by detractors.
Why we praised Aviation minister Keyamo after Dana Air incident – Northern group
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Fuel scarcity bites harder in Abuja, Ondo, Osun, others
Fuel scarcity bites harder in Abuja, Ondo, Osun, others
There is no succour yet for motorists and other petrol end users despite the Thursday statement by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) that it had resolved the logistic problems that sparked the supply crisis.
Reports from across the country yesterday showed that many filling stations had no fuel to sell.
Some sold over and above the threshold of N650 per litre while motorists and other buyers besieged the few ones that sold within the range of N600 per litre.
While many petrol stations in Lagos sold fuel at the normal price and queues were not noticeable, it was a different story in the industrial town of Ota, Ogun State where some filling stations hiked their pump price to N799 per litre.
In Abuja, over 80% of the Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) retail outlets shut down their operations yesterday, creating an opportunity for a massive black market around the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Although the price remained unchanged at N617 per litre at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) filling stations while major marketers sold it for between N680 and N690 per litre, some independent marketers vended the product for as high as N750 per litre.
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Black marketers sold one litre for as much as N1,200 to desperate motorists.
Some drivers who ran out of fuel in hot spot were ready to pay N1,300 per litre just to exit the danger zone.
Meanwhile, there was a sign of hope that the situation would improve at weekend as The Nation could see more retail outlets getting opened to customers at 5:45pm.
Many civil servants who had a tough time returning home from work on Thursday did not bother to turn up at their workplace yesterday.
Epileptic fuel supply in Ondo
The epileptic supply of fuel was no better in Ondo State yesterday with many filling stations also shut down.
The price ranged between N600 and N670 in the few filling stations that opened for business.
Chairman of Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) Ore depot, Shina Amoo, said NNPCL was not selling to IPMAN members.
Amoo said IPMAN members had to resort to buying from third parties at high prices.
He said fuel marketers are shutting down operations in the state due to low or non-profit margin.
Long queues in Enugu
The crisis was characterised by long queues at filling stations in Enugu while the price hovered between N600 and N725 per litre.
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It was N660 in some Total, Enyo, Masters Energy, Rainoil and Northwest filling stations and N660 per liter in NNPC filling stations.
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Residents and motorists in Osun State accuse petrol dealers in the state of hoarding and profiteering.
The Nation observed long queues at major marketers petrol stations with price ranging between N625 and N640 per litre.
Independent marketers sold theirs for between N700 and N750.
Human rights activist Comrade Waheed Saka asked the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the State government to check the situation.
A motorist, Saheed Salako, claimed that many of the petrol stations had fuel but refused to sell.
Crisis worsens in Plateau as a litre goes for N800
Many car owners in Jos, the Plateau State capital have been forced by the hike in fuel price to park their vehicles at home.
A litre sold for between N760 and N800 at some filling stations yesterday.
The NNPCL had attributed the tightness in the supply of PMS currently being experienced in some areas across the country to logistics issues but said the issues “have been resolved.”
It urged Nigerians to “avoid panic buying as there is sufficient product in the country.”
Fuel scarcity bites harder in Abuja, Ondo, Osun, others
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