CIPMN reiterates commitment to improve standards of project development

… hails public, private sector promoting development through efficient management of projects

The Chartered Institute of Project Managers of Nigeria (CIPMN) has reaffirmed its commitment to improve the standard of every project executed in the country.

Speaking on Thursday while celebrating the International Project Management Day in Abuja, the Registrar General of CIPMN, Mr Henry Mbadiwe, acknowledged the vital role project managers play in developing the economy of the nation.

He said “this year’s celebration is themed ‘The Power Trio: Project, Leadership, and Agile”, noting that the theme emphasises the dynamic relationship between effective project management, visionary leadership and the agility required to adapt in an ever-revolving world.

“It challenges institutions, project professionals, and policymakers to build synergy between structure and flexibility, ensuring that leadership decisions translate into impactful project outcomes.

“This is a time to identify and honour both men and women who promote development through the efficient management of projects. It’s also a moment for governments, institutions, and professionals from around the world to reflect on how project management contributes to economic growth, national development, and societal well-being.

“The Chartered Institute of Project Managers of Nigeria was established by Act No. 3 of 2018 of Gazette No. 15, Vol. 105, and it remains the Federal Government’s regulatory body responsible for regulating, certifying, licensing, and supervising the practice of project management across all sectors of the economy.

“This means that our role is to ensure that every project executed within Nigeria, whether public or private, adheres to national and international standards of quality, transparency, and sustainability.

“It is in this way that we work to make certain that project execution provides real value to the people of Nigeria.

“Celebration reminds us that behind every successful development initiative, there is first and foremost a well-managed project: be it infrastructure, education, healthcare, or technology, each such successful outcome has a project team driving it with structure, strategy, and discipline.

“At CIPMN, we believe that it is the strength of the project management systems that will ensure development in Nigeria; hence, we foster professionalism, ethical standards, and institutional accountability at all levels.”

Mbadiwe therefore called on citizens, public institutions, and private organisations to recognise the indispensable role that project management plays in national development.

“Projects are not only about structures and buildings; they also change lives, improve service delivery, and build lasting systems.

“This involves, among other best practices for public institutions, the setup of project management offices, training, certification, and ensuring that all officers involved in the execution of projects are licensed under CIPMN standards.

The Registrar General, therefore, called for continued efforts in pushing ahead with initiatives that will make project management not just professional in Nigeria but also competitive in a global sense through competence and accountability.

“We also collaborate with Ministries, Departments, and Agencies in the setup of project management offices for them, which ensures close and continuous oversight and quality assurance.

“This is quite important to avoid such challenges that have been hindering Nigeria’s infrastructural progress, like delays, cost overruns, and substandard delivery” he emphasised.

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