Bauchi Speaker expresses confidence in Dr Umar to boost Nigerian Institute of Management’s Global Standing
By Rabiu Ishaq Muhammad:
The Speaker, Bauchi State House of Assembly, Dr Abubakar Y. Suleiman, has expressed confidence that the emergence of Dr Umar Mustapha as the 26th President of the Nigerian Institute of Management Chartered will usher in a new era of strategic leadership, institutional growth and global recognition for the professional body.
Dr. Abubakar Suleiman, an active member of the Institute, congratulated Dr. Mustapha on his election, describing it as well deserved recognition of his professionalism, dedication and significant contributions to management practice and leadership development in Nigeria.
The Speaker expressed confidence that Dr. Mustapha’s more than 40 years of leadership experience, including over three decades at chief executive and board levels, would bring immense value to the Institute.
He also highlighted his record of service as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the University of Ibadan as evidence of his capacity to provide effective leadership.
Dr. Abubakar Suleiman noted that, Dr. Mustapha’s expertise in business management, finance, economic policy, engineering, manufacturing, energy and education, coupled with his international experience at the International Monetary Fund IMF, the World Bank and multinational corporations, would position him to advance the Institute’s standing and influence globally.
The Speaker also congratulated the other elected principal officers, including the Deputy President, Professor Emmanuel Umana, Vice-Chancellor of Obong University, and Lady Christie Adejoh, who will serve as National Treasurer.
He expressed optimism that the new leadership would strengthen the Institute’s commitment to management excellence, ethical leadership, institutional governance and capacity building, while consolidating the achievements of previous administrations.
Dr. Abubakar Suleiman, expressed confidence that Dr. Mustapha and the other elected officers would deploy their wealth of experience, proven leadership capabilities and strategic vision to steer the Institute towards greater achievements.
He prayed for a successful and impactful tenure for the new President and assured him of his support, as well as that of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, in advancing the objectives and ideals of the Nigerian Institute of Management.
