Israel Oluyemi
The Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria has called on the Lagos State Government to improve leadership and accountability across public institutions.
President and Chairman of Council of the institute, Mr Adetunji Oyebanji, led the appeal during a meeting with state officials on Wednesday.
He said the institute’s new leadership, which began in June 2025, aims to raise professional standards and promote ethical governance throughout Lagos.
“Strong governance is key to development and building public trust,” Oyebanji told reporters, emphasising the need for clear decision-making and integrity in public service.
The CIoD proposed a partnership with Lagos focusing on expanding membership for senior public officers and introducing leadership and board training programs.
“The first pillar is membership growth, and we invite more state executives to join the institute,” Oyebanji said.
He added that the second pillar involves executive training programs to equip public leaders with skills in accountability, oversight, and performance management.
Oyebanji also briefed the government on plans for the CIoD House, a centre designed to foster leadership development and corporate governance excellence.
He described the project as “essential for strengthening leadership capacity and setting high governance standards in Nigeria.”
The institute announced that Lagos will host its 2026 Annual Directors’ Conference and invited Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to serve as the chief host.
The governor welcomed the institute’s efforts, saying, “I commend the institute’s commitment to raising standards and shaping ethical leadership across the country.”
He also highlighted the importance of partnerships between institutions and the state to boost accountability and support sustainable growth.