The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) has emphasized that building inclusive workplaces that recognize diversity and foster a sense of belonging is essential for enhancing productivity, creativity, and long-term organizational success. The institute made this known during its 70th induction ceremony, where over 1,500 individuals were formally admitted into the human resources (HR) profession.
Keynote Address on Multigenerational Workforce
In his keynote address, Segun Omotosho, a fellow of the institute, spoke on the topic 'HR Strategies for Engaging and Empowering a Multigenerational Workforce.' He highlighted the changing demographics of today's workforce and stressed the need for organizations to adapt. Omotosho described employee engagement as a measure of workers' emotional and intellectual commitment to their organizations. He urged HR professionals to create environments where employees from different generations feel valued and motivated to contribute meaningfully. He outlined key strategies for achieving this, including promoting diversity and inclusion policies, encouraging cross-generational collaboration, organizing team-building activities, and eliminating workplace bias.
CIPM President's Remarks
The President and Chairman of the Governing Council of CIPM, Ahmed Gobir, described the ceremony as a defining moment in the institute's history. He noted that the institute has successfully conducted 70 induction ceremonies, raising leaders, shaping professionals, transforming workplaces, and redefining the world of work in Nigeria and beyond. Reflecting on the institute's journey, Gobir stated that its achievements and relevance were built through deliberate effort, professionalism, and institutional consistency. He characterized the institute as a transformative force that repositioned human resource management from an administrative support function to a strategic leadership role within organizations. Gobir charged the newly inducted members to uphold professionalism, competence, and ethical conduct in their careers. He advised them to 'Walk with confidence. Walk with your shoulders raised high. Work with competence, but work with character.' He further highlighted the institute's growing international relevance through mutual recognition partnerships with the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) in the UK and Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) in Canada. According to him, these partnerships have strengthened the global competitiveness of CIPM-certified professionals. He encouraged the new members to embrace continuous professional development through the institute's various learning platforms.
Recognition of Academic Excellence
The ceremony also featured recognition of academic excellence. Kafayat Azeez-Fashola emerged as the Overall Best Graduating Student for the December 2025 examination diet, while Sanusi Adedamola was named the Overall Best Graduating Student for the March 2026 diet. Both received cash prizes and an all-expense-paid trip to attend the institute's 58th International Conference and Exhibition, scheduled for September 21–24, 2026, in Abuja.
Breakdown of Inductees
A breakdown of the inductees showed that 65 professionals were admitted through the Executive Route, 420 through the HR Practitioners' Route, and 1,088 through the Examination Route, bringing the total number of inductees to 1,573.
