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In our latest podcast episode, "The 'Cold Shower' Effect: Overcoming Institutional Barriers to Change," our Director of Programmes, Chioma Njoku, speaks with Ayodele Ajayi, a Cohort 3 alumnus of the Aig-Imoukhuede Public Leaders Programme about what it truly takes to turn training into lasting reform.
Using his own reform project as a case study, Ayodele takes us inside the structural barriers that reformers face when they re-enter their organisations and what an enabling environment looks like when it actually works.
This episode emphasises that reform requires an enabling ecosystem, and part of our work at the Foundation is building that ecosystem.
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Agenda 2063 lays out a bold vision for “The Africa We Want,” but the key question is: are we making real progress on this vision?
In commemoration of this year’s Africa Day, we hosted a special podcast episode, “Agenda 2063: Moving from Blueprint to Reality, What Will it Take?”
In this episode, our Director of Programmes, Chioma Njoku, speaks with three of our alumni from Nigeria, Uganda, and Kenya who are directly involved in reform implementation across the continent. Drawing on their work in healthcare, digital infrastructure, and governance, they discuss what Agenda 2063 promises, what has been achieved so far, where gaps remain and what the continent needs to do to ensure this vision is achieved.
The conversation highlights that the real challenge is execution because while progress exists in Africa’s development, it is uneven and often not clearly linked to Agenda 2063. The discussion called for better alignment across governments, deeper private sector collaboration, and active citizen participation to truly realise the Africa we want.
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Policy failure is often attributed to weak implementation capacity, but the reality is more nuanced. The same reform can succeed in one institution and stall in another, raising an important question: why is execution capacity so uneven?
In our latest podcast episode, “The Reformer’s Skills Audit,” our Executive Vice Chair, Mrs Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, sits down with Mrs Funke Adepoju, Director-General of ASCON, to explore this challenge and what it means for the future of public sector reform. Drawing on her experiences repositioning ASCON as Nigeria’s National School of Government, Mrs Adepoju shares practical insights on what it takes to build a capable and responsive public service.
The conversation highlights the need to move beyond traditional, classroom-based approaches to capacity building towards a more execution-focused model: one that starts with identifying reform priorities, diagnosing specific capability gaps, building skills in context, and ensuring that learning translates into real-world results. It also highlights the importance of shifting from activity-based reporting to measurable performance and results-driven management.
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In our latest podcast episode, “Why Leadership Training in Africa Isn’t Producing Reformers,” we explore an important question: why do many leadership programmes struggle to translate into real change within public institutions?
The discussion touches on the challenges leaders face in practice, from navigating bureaucracy and political pushback to adapting strategies within complex systems. It highlights the need for leadership training to go beyond theory and better reflect the environments in which leaders operate. Hosted by Chioma Njoku, our Director of Programmes, the conversation features Dr Fola Aina, a governance and policy expert, and Mrs Uchechi Edosomwan, Deputy General Manager and Head of the Electronic Communications Department at Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA).
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In our latest podcast episode, “Community Health Workers and the Future of Care,” we discuss the role of the often unseen frontline workers of Nigeria’s primary healthcare system: community health workers.
Moderated by our Executive Vice Chair, Mrs Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, this episode examines why community health workers are critical to delivering quality, equitable healthcare, especially in rural and underserved communities.
Listen to our guest, Dr Nonye Egekwu, Senior Quality Advisor and Independent Evaluator, Nigeria Comprehensive Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care (CEmONC) Programme, as she explores the realities of frontline care, systemic gaps, and what Nigeria can learn from successful African models to better support these essential workers.
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In our year-end podcast special, our Chairman, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede CFR, and Executive Vice Chair, Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, reflect on five years of the Foundation’s work, the impact achieved, and the vision ahead. The discussion, moderated by Patrick Okigbo III, Founder/Principal Partner at Nextier, revisits key milestones, lessons learned, and strategies for deepening impact and expanding reach in 2026.
A conversation about progress, partnerships, and the power of sustained reform, this podcast episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in how targeted investment in public institutions drives meaningful change.
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Our latest podcast episode, “Who Really Changes Government?”, dives into what it truly takes to achieve meaningful reform in the public sector.
Members of our alumni community, including Akintayo Ayodele-Bamisaye, Stakeholder Manager, Business Enterprise at Galaxy Backbone; Idowu Bakare, Deputy Director of Administration at the National Assembly; Rashidat Umar, Deputy Director and Head, Education and Engagement Unit, Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development; and Chioma Nzewi, Assistant Director at the South-East Development Commission, share candid insights on how public servants are transforming government through leadership, persistence, and collaboration.
Tune in to discover why real transformation in government is not one-sided but a collective effort driven by committed public sector leaders.
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In our latest podcast episode “Shaping Tomorrow’s Policies: The Power of Public-Private Partnership," we discussed how government and business can co-create policies.
Our guests, Professor Franklin Ngwu, Director of the Lagos Business School Public Sector Initiative and Mr Umar Hassan Hadejia, Senior Manager at the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Director, shed light on how inclusive policymaking delivers better outcomes for citizens.
This episode, hosted by our Director of Funding & Partnerships, Bukky Akinsemoyin, is a must listen for anyone interested in how cross-sector collaboration drives impactful policy change, unlocks innovation, and build resilient communities for the future.
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In our latest podcast episode, “CSR and PPPs: A Powerful Partnership for Nigeria,” we explored how public-private partnerships can make Corporate Social Responsibility more effective in Nigeria.
Our guests, Odunayo Sanya, Executive Director, MTN Nigeria Foundation and Kelvin Uwaibi, Former Founding Managing Director of the Edo State Investment Promotion Office (ESIPO), shared inspiring insights on how private and public sector partnerships can move CSRs from from reactive charity to strategic nation-building tools.
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In our latest podcast episode, “Mobilising Community Participation: What Works in Primary Healthcare Centres,” we explored how community engagement strengthens primary healthcare delivery and drives lasting health reforms across Nigeria. Our discussion highlights successful approaches, challenges, and the key strategies that drive impactful change in primary healthcare centres.
Join us as we uncover inspiring insights from our distinguished guests: Dr. Biobele Davidson, Strengthening Health Systems Lead at BudgIT Nigeria, and AIG PLP alumnus Dr. Oluwaseun Oladeinde, Director of Planning, Research, and Statistics for Lagos State Health District 5, as well as Medical Officer of Health for Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area, Lagos State.
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In our latest podcast episode, "The Power of Data: How Metrics Drive Reform (Preview of the Performance Index Methodology)" we discussed the role that data plays in public sector governance.
Listen to the inspiring insights shared by our guests, Dr. Adedeji Adeniran, Director of Research, Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA), Abuja; Mr Waziri Adio, founder, Agora Policy and Professor Isaac Obasi, Research Consultant, Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation.
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The impact of the AIG Public Leaders Programme is far reaching. In this episode of our podcast, Inside the AIG Public Leaders Programme: Training Africa’s Change-Makers, we take you through AIG Public Leaders programme through the eyes of the top three participants from the fourth class of the programme.
Our guests, Dr Akanimo Usoro, Technical Assistant to the Deputy Governor, Corporate Services, Central Bank of Nigeria; Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, Executive Secretary, Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency; and Fatima Ali, Consultant Psychiatrist, Federal Neuro Psychiatric Hospital, Maiduguri, discuss their experiences and impact of their reform projects.
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Sexual harassment remains a critical issue for many young people in Nigeria, especially in public service. In this episode of our podcast, Lessons from the Frontline, we discuss these challenges and delve into the triumphs of public sector reforms in addressing these challenges across institutions and the society.
Join our guests, AIG PLP alumnus, Abraham Ayodeji Oludolapo, Assistant Director at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and Adeola Potts-Johnson, Programme Lead, Women at Risk International Foundation (WARIF) for an insightful session.
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Looking back on 2024, The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation Podcast reflects on a year of impact, challenges, and opportunities. In this special episode, we are joined by key leaders of the Foundation—Mrs. Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede (Executive Vice-Chair), Chioma Njoku (Director of Programmes), Bukky Akinsemoyin (Director of Partnerships & Funding), and Dr. Nonye Egekwu (Director of Health Philanthropy)—for an insightful conversation on the Foundation’s journey.
In this episode they discuss:
Major achievements in public sector transformation and healthcare philanthropy
Lessons learned and challenges overcome in 2024
The power of partnerships in driving meaningful change
Bold goals and emerging trends for 2025Join us as we reflect on the strides made and the path ahead!
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What’s holding back the public sector from going fully digital? In our latest podcast episode, we explore the hurdles of building resilient digital infrastructure for moderngovernance and uncover actionable strategies to overcome these barriers. Our guests, Dr. Nasir Shinkafi, Group Head of Technical Services at Galaxy Backbone, and Dr. Magdalene Ajani, a visionary Permanent Secretary with extensive experience leading digital transformations, delve into the challenges and opportunities of modernising government services.
Join us for an engaging discussion on addressing the infrastructural needs for public sector digitalisation, bridging the infrastructural gap, and ensuring seamless interoperability of digital solutions across Ministries.
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In our latest podcast episode, “Public Service Reforms: Navigating Conflicting Agendas", Professor Jide Balogun, lead researcher on our public sector reforms research study and Mrs Ifueko Omoigui-Okauru, MFR former Executive Chairman of Nigeria’s Federal Inland Revenue Service engage in a robust discussion on theory vs practice, exploring the challenges that arise implementing public sector reforms and strategies for overcoming them.
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Exploring innovative ways to healthcare financing in Nigeria is critical to improving the quality of primary healthcare. Through necessary funding primary healthcarecentres can meet operational demands that foster improved services for patients. In this episode, we examined the limitations of the existing healthcare funding systems in Nigeria and explored innovative funding models that can improve healthcare access and affordability in Nigeria. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Mrs Fola Laoye, CEO and Co-founder of Iwosan Health Limited on “Innovative Approaches to Healthcare Funding in Nigeria.” This episode hosted by our Director of Health Philanthropy; Dr Nonye Egekwu is a must listen for anyone interested in accessible and affordable healthcare services for Africans.
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Our mission to cultivate a new generation of public sector leaders in Africa is central to our capacity building programmes. By fostering a critical mass of capable leaders, we aim to create a more efficient, transparent, and accountable public sector that serves the needs of all Africans.
In this episode, we explored the inspiring journeys of our alumni, highlighting their reform initiatives, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the positive impacts they’ve made on their MDAs, the wider public service, and the citizens they serve. Our aim is to inspire current and future public servants, as well as private sector partners, by showcasing the powerful impact of their work on governance and public service.
This podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in public service, leadership, and the future of Africa.
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In this episode of the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation podcast, we dive deep into the world of digital transformation and its potential to revolutionize public service delivery across Africa. Join our hosts, Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede and Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, as they sit down with Dr. Bosun Tijani, Nigeria's Honourable Minister of Communications Innovation and Digital Economy. Together, they explore Nigeria's journey from digitization to full-scale digital transformation, the impact of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), and the steps needed to make this vision a reality. Tune in to learn how these advancements can empower citizens and transform the efficiency of public institutions across the continent.
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Join us on the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation podcast as we delve into the topic: Improving Healthcare Access in Nigeria: Can Public-Private Partnerships Bridge the Gap?
Hosted by our Executive Vice Chair, Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, this episode features Dr. Tinuola Akinbolagbe and Dr. Ola Brown, leading experts in healthcare innovation and sustainability. Discover how the "Adopt-A-HealthCare-Facility-Programme" (ADHFP) leverages public-private partnerships to improve healthcare access and quality in underserved Nigerian communities. Explore the challenges, successes, and sustainable strategies that make ADHFP a beacon of hope for the future of healthcare in Africa. Don't miss this insightful conversation on driving impactful change through collaboration and innovation.
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