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Q2 Alumni Upskilling: Building Capabilities for a Changing Public Sector
Q2 Alumni Upskilling: Building Capabilities for a Changing Public Sector
Building leadership capacity in the public sector remains a priority for us. Our recent alumni upskilling event brought together seasoned experts to share practical strategies on managing change through effective stakeholder engagement and advocacy, empowering public servants to navigate reforms with confidence and drive impact.
Nigerian AI Scaling Hub: Advancing Nigeria’s Digital Future
Nigerian AI Scaling Hub: Advancing Nigeria’s Digital Future
Using technology with purpose has the power to transform how public services are delivered. Reflecting this belief and our commitment to a digitally enabled public sector, the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation is proud to be supporting the establishment of the Nigerian AI Scaling Hub, an ambitious initiative led by the Federal Government in partnership with the Gates Foundation.
Rethinking Reforms: Insights from Public Sector Leaders
Rethinking Reforms: Insights from Public Sector Leaders
Nigeria's public service once stood as a beacon of professionalism but today faces critical challenges that demand urgent reform. To understand the root causes of past reform failures and chart a path forward, we convened a focus group session with senior civil servants to gather their insights on what has worked, what hasn't, and how future reforms can succeed.
Journalist Media Training: Strengthening Voices for Reform
Journalist Media Training: Strengthening Voices for Reform
Recognising that the media plays a pivotal role in driving social change and shaping the national conversation around governance, transparency, and effective public service delivery, we recently concluded a dynamic media training programme for journalists from a range of media organisations across Nigeria.
Advancing Public Sector Reform Through Evidence Based Advocacy
Advancing Public Sector Reform Through Evidence Based Advocacy
Our latest research reports offer data-driven insights and practical recommendations to enhance citizen engagement and public sector performance in Nigeria, tools essential for driving effective, evidence-based advocacy and building a trusted public service.
Emily Aig-Imoukhuede Endowment Fund
Emily Aig-Imoukhuede Endowment Fund
The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation honoured 16 outstanding civil servants at the 2025 Civil Service Week Gala, introducing new awards that celebrate excellence and professionalism in Nigeria’s public service.
ADHFP Impact Story: Improving Access to Quality Primary Healthcare
ADHFP Impact Story: Improving Access to Quality Primary Healthcare
In just one year, the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation’s Adopt-A-Healthcare-Facility Programme has turned Idunmwugha PHC in rural Edo State from a struggling clinic into a beacon of hope. Antenatal care visits soared by over 1,200%, childhood immunizations multiplied six-fold, and women no longer risk their lives traveling miles for safe delivery.
Chioma Bright-Uhara
Chioma Bright-Uhara
Our Gap Closer of the month, Chioma Bright-Uhara, Communications Lead, speaks about her work at the Foundation and what she finds most rewarding about it. “It is the privilege of helping to tell the stories that matter. There is something incredibly fulfilling about crafting a message, putting it out into the world, and seeing it spark curiosity, respect, or action,” she says.
International Civil Service Conference: Building a Future-Ready Public Service
International Civil Service Conference: Building a Future-Ready Public Service
The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation proudly served as a Diamond Partner at the 2025 International Civil Service Conference in Abuja this June, further strengthening our enduring partnership with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation.
Public Service Delivery Index in Africa: Advancing Public Service Excellence
Public Service Delivery Index in Africa: Advancing Public Service Excellence
Measuring public service delivery has long been essential for understanding how well institutions serve citizens across Africa. Our Director of Programmes, Chioma Njoku, represented the Foundation at the launch of the maiden edition of the Public Service Delivery Index in Africa (PSDI) 2024 Report, hosted by the African Development Bank Group.
Africa CEO Forum: Strengthening Africa’s Economic Agenda
Africa CEO Forum: Strengthening Africa’s Economic Agenda
At this year’s Africa CEO Forum, we participated in global discussions on business sustainability and digital governance. Our Chairman, Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, shared insights on driving sustainable transformation of family-owned businesses, while our Director of Programmes, Chioma Njoku, led a panel on the role of Artificial Intelligence in enhancing public service delivery.
AIG Fellowship: Enhancing Policy Implementation across Africa
AIG Fellowship: Enhancing Policy Implementation across Africa
Applications are now open for the 2025 AIG Fellowship. The fellowship offers a unique opportunity for outstanding public sector leaders to deepen their knowledge in public policy implementation. Delivered in partnership with the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, the fellowship equips exceptional public servants with practical knowledge and skills to develop lasting solutions to critical policy challenges.
Courtesy visit to the Director General of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA)
Courtesy visit to the Director General of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA)
As part of our efforts to improve access to quality primary healthcare in Nigeria, our Executive Vice Chair, Mrs Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, paid a courtesy visit to the Director-General of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr. Kelechi Ohiri. The visit focused on exploring collaborative strategies to expand insurance coverage to underserved populations in Nigeria.
Mental Health Awareness Week: The Power of Community
Mental Health Awareness Week: The Power of Community
In support of this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week, we highlighted Mentaccess, a transformative initiative led by Dr. Fatima Ali, an alumna of the AIG Public Leaders Programme. The project is making a significant impact by improving access to mental health services for children and teenagers in rural areas of Borno State in Northern Nigeria.
Public Sector Training: Building Capacity for Sustainable Change
Public Sector Training: Building Capacity for Sustainable Change
We partnered with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) to support management training for the Infrastructure Management Department and strategic communications training for the Communications Department. These sessions were designed to build the capacity of the civil servants, leading to improved effectiveness and enhancedpublic service delivery.
Oluwasola Mercy
Oluwasola Mercy
Our Gap Closer of the month, Oluwasola Mercy, IT Analyst, speaks about her work at the Foundation and what she finds most rewarding about it. “Knowing that the work I do supports projects that have real, positive impact on people’s lives gives me a deep sense of purpose and fulfilment. It is inspiring to be part of an organisation that drives meaningful change and contributes to improving communities. That sense of making a difference keeps me engaged and committed every day” she says.
Live Q and A session: Providing Answers to Pressing Questions about the AIG PLP
Live Q and A session: Providing Answers to Pressing Questions about the AIG PLP
As we approach the close of applications for the 2025 AIG Public Leaders Programme (AIG PLP), we hosted a live Question and Answer session to guide prospective applicants through the application process and provide deeper insight into the programme.
Improving Public Sector Transformation through Strategic Partnerships
Improving Public Sector Transformation through Strategic Partnerships
Through our partnership with the Federal Civil Service Commission, we will help the Commission leverage technology to improve recruitment processes and personnel management across the Federal Civil Service.
2025 Edelman Trust Barometer: Trust, Collaboration, and the Future
2025 Edelman Trust Barometer: Trust, Collaboration, and the Future
Trust is the foundation of effective public service delivery. At the 2025 Nigeria launch of the Edelman Trust Barometer, our Executive Vice Chair joined thought leaders to explore ways to rebuild public trust in institutions. We are thrilled to add our voice to this important global conversation.
Boluwatife Adetokunbo
Boluwatife Adetokunbo
Our Gap Closer of the month, Boluwatife Adedokun, Communications Associate, speaks about her work at the Foundation and what she finds most rewarding about it. “The work we do at the Foundation is truly impactful, and it's a privilege to be a part of projects that contribute to positive societal change. I love being able to communicate complex ideas and help others understand them. It’s fulfilling to know that my work helps inform, inspire, and create change,” she says.