Institute Unveils Academy On Human Capital Development

Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) has launched the CIPM HR Leadership Academy to enhance human capital development.

The institute said the move is to redefine the future of human resource management in Nigeria and across Africa.

The Academy is a bold initiative to equip HR professionals with the skills, mindset, and global perspective needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
In his address at yesterday’s launch in Lagos, the president of CIPM, Mallam Ahmed Ladan Gobir, declared that the Academy represents more than just a new initiative but a legacy deliberately designed to shape the future of work.

“We live in a world where skills have three to five years of shelf life. According to the World Economic Forum, over one billion people must be reskilled by 2030 to remain relevant in the workplace.

“In Nigeria, 70 per cent of organisations already acknowledge that continuous learning is no longer optional; it is the heartbeat of competitiveness. That, distinguished colleagues, is the foundation of this Academy”, he noted.

He explained that the Academy was born out of deep reflection and recognition of a pressing gap in the professional space.

“We are not just training professionals. We will be shaping leaders who, in turn, will shape nations,” Mallam Gobir said.

The chairman of the occasion, Mr. Victor Eburajolo, who officially unveiled the HR Leadership Academy logo, described the establishment as ‘an idea whose time has come.’

He praised CIPM’s Governing Council and leadership for their foresight, adding that, in an era of constant change, disruption, and innovation, one thing remains constant—continuous learning.

“With this Academy, CIPM has created a beacon of knowledge and excellence that will empower HR professionals to rise above challenges and guide organisations into the future”, he added.

“The workplace of today demands more than technical competence. It requires adaptive leadership, global awareness, and the ability to foster cultures of innovation.

“The HR Leadership Academy will not only prepare professionals for this reality but also position them to shape policy, drive organisational competitiveness, and contribute meaningfully to nation-building”, Dr. Popoola noted.

He further highlighted that the Academy would help bridge the gap between theory and practice by combining rigorous academic standards with real-world applications.