A delegation from the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM), led by the Registrar/Chief Executive, Oluwatoyin Naiwo, FCIPM, Chartered FCIPD, has paid a courtesy visit to the Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Olakunle Oluseyi Nafiu, in Abuja.
The visit was aimed at strengthening institutional collaboration and exploring areas of strategic partnership, particularly in advancing youth development, promoting professional standards, and driving sustainable human capital growth in Nigeria.
Speaking during the visit, Ms. Naiwo emphasised CIPM’s commitment to supporting national development through people management excellence, capacity building, and skills development. She noted that a strategic partnership with the NYSC would provide a valuable platform to equip young Nigerians with relevant competencies, workplace readiness skills, and professional ethics needed for long-term career success and global competitiveness.
In his response, Brigadier General Nafiu welcomed the delegation and expressed the Scheme’s readiness to collaborate with CIPM in developing impactful programmes that will enhance the employability, productivity, and leadership capabilities of corps members. He reaffirmed NYSC’s commitment to initiatives that contribute meaningfully to youth empowerment and national transformation.
Both organisations agreed on the importance of building sustainable initiatives that align with national priorities, promote professionalism, and create opportunities for young Nigerians to thrive in a dynamic and competitive global environment.
Other CIPM delegates present at the courtesy visit included Mr. Hosea Sukkushe, FCIPM, Member, Public Policy Advocacy Committee; Lady Beatrice Oji, FCIPM; Mr. Segun Aina, ACIPM, Vice Chairman, CIPM Abuja Branch; Mr. Tochukwu Umeh, ACIPM, Financial Secretary, CIPM Abuja Branch; Mr. Tejan Ibrahim, ACIPM, Chairman, Garki Chapter; and Mr. Hido Gwani, ACIPM, Zonal Officer, CIPM North Central.
Also present from the NYSC were Directors and senior officials of the Scheme.
