The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) has detailed impressive advancements in membership numbers and technology adoption during its 57th Annual General Meeting. The event saw Mallam Ahmed Ladan Gobir re-elected as President and Chairman of the Governing Council with 2,784 votes, alongside the re-election of Vice President Mrs. Chidinma Justina Obiejesi, who garnered 1,469 votes. Mr. Adeyemi Ajayi also secured the National Treasurer position with 1,785 votes.
Gobir presented a scorecard highlighting key successes, including a surge in inducted members from roughly 1,700 in 2023 to over 3,000 in 2025, and a total membership count reaching 27,000. He attributed this growth to deliberate efforts to enhance professionalism and expand the institute’s footprint across Nigeria.
Digital transformation was a major focus, with the deployment of several platforms such as a new examination portal, membership application system, e-voting tool, upgraded members’ portal, learning and conference portal, HRPL portal, CIPM mobile app, and the integration of a competency and knowledge framework.
The institute also strengthened its global ties through partnerships with international bodies like CIPD UK, CPHR Canada, the African Human Resources Confederation, and the World Federation of People Management Associations. These collaborations are expected to provide members with more opportunities and boost the institute’s international standing.
Members at the AGM praised the leadership for increased media visibility and the mutual recognition agreements with CPHR Canada and CIPD UK, which they believe aid Nigerian HR professionals in pursuing global careers. They called for continued advocacy to ensure HR practitioners obtain professional certification and comply with regulatory standards. The meeting concluded with strong support for the institute’s direction in fostering professionalism, regulatory compliance, digital innovation, and global positioning.