The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to transforming public service delivery in Africa, has announced a new collaboration initiative with the Oil Producers Trade Section (OPTS), an industry group of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) representing about 30-member oil and gas companies that are registered in Nigeria and have an Oil Prospecting License or an Oil Mining License. This collaborative effort will be implemented by the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation in collaboration with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF). It aims to equip Directors in the Federal Civil Service with essential leadership, project management, and communication skills through a targeted training programme.
The initiative underscores the Foundation’s unwavering commitment to strengthening public sector leadership and efficiency. A courtesy visit by the Foundation’s Director of Funding and Partnerships to the leadership of OPTS marks the official launch of this initiative.
“We are delighted by the partnership and support from the OPTS on this critical initiative,” said Bukky Akinsemoyin, Director of Funding and Partnerships at the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation. “Equipping Directors in the Civil Service with the necessary skills will greatly enhance their ability to deliver essential services and drive national development. This initiative exemplifies the positive impact that can be achieved when the public and private sectors come together.”
OPTS, recognising the importance of a well-equipped Civil Service, enthusiastically supports this training programme. “We at OPTS are firm believers in supporting initiatives that strengthen the Nigerian public sector,” stated the Executive Director, OPTS, Mr Gwueke Ajaifia. He further emphasized that “by investing in the capacity of Directors, we are investing in the future of Nigeria. OPTS is proud to partner with the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation on this impactful programme.”
This innovative training programme aligns perfectly with the Foundation’s goal of accelerating Nigeria’s development through strategic partnerships that drive public sector transformation. Building on past successes like the collaborative digital skills programme for civil servants with the OHCSF and Microsoft (executed by Wootlab Foundation), this initiative exemplifies the Foundation’s unwavering commitment to empowering Nigeria’s Civil service. The Foundation’s reach extends beyond the domain of digital fluency, as exemplified by its collaboration with the OHCSF on the Leadership Enhancement and Development Programme (LEAD-P). This programme exemplifies the Foundation’s commitment to capacity building, facilitating eight-week internships for civil servants across a diverse range of private sector organisations.
By equipping Directors with essential skills and fostering public-private collaboration, this initiative has the potential to significantly improve public service delivery, ultimately benefiting all Nigerians.
ABOUT THE AIG-IMOUKHUEDE FOUNDATION
The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation is a public sector-focused philanthropic organisation founded by Aigboje and Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede to improve the lives of Africans through transformed public service delivery and increased access to quality primary healthcare. The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation accomplishes its mission by supporting the reform initiatives of public sector entities, providing financing, consulting support, and capacity-building programmes and resources for the public sector workforce. The Foundation provides funding and strategic support to drive the work of affiliate organisations such as ABC Health, the Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria (PSHAN), the Nigerian Solidarity Support Fund (NSSF), and others.
For more information, please visit www.aigimoukhuedefoundation.org.
ABOUT THE OIL PRODUCERS TRADE SECTION (OPTS)
The Oil Producers Trade Section (OPTS) is an industry group representing most international and indigenous upstream oil and gas companies operating in Nigeria. OPTS members collaborate on industry-wide issues, including health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as advocacy efforts related to the Nigerian oil and gas sector.
For more information, please visit https://www.opts-ng.com
