04/08/2026
A Landmark Moment for Human Capital Development in Nigeria
The Chartered Institute of Human Capital Development of Nigeria (CIHCDN) is proud to celebrate the successful conclusion of the Special Extraordinary Induction Ceremony, held on 28–29 July 2026 at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL), Abeokuta, Ogun State.
The highlight of this historic event was the investiture and induction of His Excellency, Chief Olusegun Matthew Okikiola Aremu Obasanjo, GCFR, PhD, as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Human Capital Development of Nigeria (f.hcd.). It was a profound honour to recognize his exceptional contributions to leadership, national development, and the advancement of human capital in Nigeria.
We express our deepest appreciation to His Excellency for graciously accepting this distinguished honour and for the warm hospitality extended throughout our stay.
Our sincere gratitude also goes to the Management and Staff of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) and the Olusegun Obasanjo Leadership Institute (OOLI), especially:
1. Mr. Vitalis Ortese, Managing Director, OOPL
2. Professor Samuel Adedeji Daramola, Deputy Director/Deputy Chief Executive, OOLI
3. Mrs. Okuwayemisi Badejo, Registrar, OOLI
4. The Faculty, Management, and Staff of OOLI
5. Mrs. Lovely Nwachukwu, Head of Administration , and the Management and Staff of the Institute for African Culture and International Understanding (A UNESCO Category 2 Institute)
* Our dedicated tour guides and protocol officers, Miss Tosin and Miss Titilayo, and the entire OOPL team, whose professionalism and hospitality contributed immensely to the success of the programme.
A special word of appreciation goes to our Team Lead and Chairman Cyril A. Z. Ogboli, PhD, f.hcd., whose leadership and coordination were instrumental to the success of this extraordinary event.
We also proudly acknowledge and celebrate our distinguished Fellows, Members and Staff whose unwavering commitment, teamwork, and dedication ensured the seamless planning and ex*****on of this memorable occasion:
Dr. Olayinka Osho, PhD, f.hcd.; Engr. Dr. Peter Ogwuda; Mr. Olushola Ogunleye, f.hcd.; Alh. Hassan Mohammed Aminu, f.hcd.; Mr. Kitua Okhai, f.hcd.; Chief Oluwole Okunnuga, f.hcd.; Mrs. Fadarera Bassey, f.hcd.; Mr. Ogbonna Nwachukwu, f.hcd.; Mr. Godfrey Ofuani, f.hcd.; Engr. Clement Adiotomre, f.hcd.; Alh. Ahmed Mohammed, f.hcd.; Dr. Oyet Gogomery Israel, f.hcd.; Mrs. Obiageli Omunizua, f.hcd.; and Dr. Toyin Aderemi Ige.; Igo Lazarus, f.hcd.; Ada Ntah, m.hcd,; Mary Ekah. m.hcd.; Safiya Isah Mohammed.f.hcd.
Your invaluable support, professionalism, and commitment exemplify the spirit of fellowship and excellence that defines our Institute. We are grateful for your contributions and celebrate your dedication to advancing human capital development in Nigeria.
As we reflect on this remarkable milestone, we remain committed to promoting excellence in leadership, professional development, and nation-building through human capital development.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this Special Extraordinary Induction Ceremony a resounding success. Together, we continue to build a stronger profession and a brighter future for Nigeria.
