Lagos State Deputy Governor and All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has been inducted as a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered) in recognition of his contributions to leadership, management and public service.
Epe Insights reports that Hamzat received the prestigious fellowship during the Nigerian Institute of Management’s 65th Anniversary Dinner and Awards Night.
The event was held under the theme, “Celebrating National Impact of Management Excellence in Nigeria.”
The recognition highlights Hamzat’s contributions to effective leadership and public administration over the years.
It also acknowledges his role in promoting management principles and service-oriented leadership.
The Deputy Governor attended the ceremony alongside the APC Deputy Governorship Candidate, Princess Damilola Sonayon James.
She joined other dignitaries and members of the management profession at the event.
The anniversary celebration brought together professionals from different sectors to recognise excellence in management and leadership.
Public officials, business leaders and other stakeholders were also present at the gathering.
The event provided an opportunity to celebrate individuals and organisations whose contributions have supported national development.
Hamzat’s induction as a Fellow formed part of the honours presented during the anniversary celebration.
The Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered) used the occasion to highlight the importance of management excellence in strengthening institutions and driving development.
The theme of the event underscored the role of competent leadership in achieving sustainable progress.
Hamzat’s recognition also reflects the growing importance of professional management in public administration.
His career in public service has included responsibilities involving policy implementation, governance and institutional development.
The fellowship further places emphasis on the relationship between professional management and effective public leadership.
The Deputy Governor has continued to participate in initiatives focused on governance and public administration in Lagos State.
The recognition comes as the state prepares for another phase of political and administrative engagement ahead of the 2027 general elections.
As an APC governorship candidate, Hamzat is expected to continue engaging stakeholders across Lagos State.
The NIM honour provides another platform to highlight his professional background and experience in leadership.
The anniversary dinner also celebrated the institute’s 65 years of contribution to the management profession in Nigeria.
Participants reflected on the evolution of management practice and its importance to national development.
Speakers and guests emphasised the need for professionalism, accountability and innovation in leadership.
The gathering also encouraged continued collaboration between management professionals, government and the private sector.
The recognition of Hamzat was therefore presented within a broader celebration of management excellence and public impact.
The APC Deputy Governorship Candidate, Princess Damilola Sonayon James, also joined in celebrating the milestone.
Her presence further highlighted the political and professional significance of the occasion.
The event attracted dignitaries who gathered to honour individuals whose work has contributed to the advancement of management and leadership.
Hamzat’s fellowship marks another recognition of his service and professional contributions.
The honour is expected to further reinforce conversations around effective management and responsible leadership in public service.
The Nigerian Institute of Management remains an important professional body promoting management knowledge and excellence in Nigeria.
Its 65th anniversary provided an opportunity to celebrate its achievements while recognising individuals who have demonstrated leadership impact.
For Hamzat, the induction represents a recognition of his contributions to public service and management.
He joined other distinguished professionals honoured during the anniversary programme.
The ceremony ended with renewed emphasis on the importance of management excellence to Nigeria’s development.
The recognition of public servants and professionals, according to the spirit of the event, underscores the value of leadership that delivers meaningful results.
Hamzat’s induction as a Fellow therefore adds another milestone to his record of professional and public service engagements.
The honour also reinforces the need for leaders to combine professional competence with commitment to public service.
As the management profession continues to evolve, the event highlighted the importance of preparing leaders capable of responding to emerging national challenges.
Hamzat’s recognition at the anniversary dinner placed his leadership experience among the contributions celebrated by the institute.
The occasion concluded with congratulations to all award recipients and honourees recognised for their contributions to management excellence and national development.
