By Richard Akintade, Osogbo
Governor of Osun State, Sen. Ademola Adeleke has commended the leadership and members of Nigeria’s Chartered Institute of Directors for their unwavering contributions to Nation Building ‘through the promotion of corporate governance, ethical leadership and institutional excellence’.
This was part of the Governor’s speech at the Investiture ceremony of the 19th President of the institute at the Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Governor Adeleke, represented by the State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, who congratulated the 19th President of the Institute, Otunba Adetunji Oyebanji stated that the institute had put the round peg in a round hole.
“The new President is a man of conviction, honour, dedication and selflessness and I have no doubt the Institute has picked the right person to lead this great Institute at this point in time”, Governor Adeleke said.
According to the Governor, “whether in the boardroom or in government, the country needs leaders who are principled, accountable, and focused on long-term development. In charting a new direction for governance, we need leaders who can envision a better future and inspire others to work towards it, who understands the needs and concerns of their people and prioritise their well-being, who are accountable and credible, who can build partnerships and drive collective progress and who can navigate complexity, uncertainty, and adversity, and emerge stronger.
“Legacy is not truly measured in years spent in the office, but in the impact left behind by leaders. Our legacy must be institutions that are stronger than individuals. This is what the Chartered Institute of Directors; Nigeria is all about as they have consistently picked leaders who have such qualities.
“As we look at the future, we must recognize that governance is not a static concept. It must evolve to meet the changing needs of our societies. Governance in the 21st century requires innovation, technology, inclusivity, and global competitiveness. This new era calls us to chart a bold direction. We must leverage technology, uphold meritocracy, and embrace transparency as the foundation of governance. The Chartered Institute of Directors thus have a vital role to play mentoring leaders, setting ethical standards, and ensuring our nation’s corporate and governance culture aligns with global best practices.
