Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation harps on institutional realities to maintain Nigeria’s reforms

The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation has said the significance of understanding institutional realities and constructing the mandatory assist to maintain reforms in Nigeria.

The govt vice chairman of the muse, Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, said this on the simply concluded 2026 Public Sector Reform Convening, themed: “Unblocking Reform: From Design to Delivery.”

Aig-Imoukhuede mentioned efficient reform management requires a transparent understanding of institutional contexts, a willingness to hearken to these affected by reforms and deliberate efforts to construct the assist wanted for profitable implementation.

Also talking, the Lagos state Head of Service and keynote speaker, Olabode Shuaeeeb Agoro, highlighted the significance of addressing underlying challenges that hinder reform implementation throughout a panel session titled: “Advancing Reform: Building Buy-In and Coalitions.”

Agoro famous that resistance to reforms may stem from gaps in abilities, assets or understanding.

He mentioned leaders should talk the aim of reforms, align establishments with their aims and supply the assets and capabilities required for efficient implementation.

He mentioned leaders should additionally make sure that accountability mechanisms stay in place lengthy after reforms have been carried out.

“People always feel better if they are carried along. Nobody wants to feel that they don’t matter. So it is always important to engage at all levels,” he mentioned.

The convening builds on the muse’s ongoing engagement with its alumni community, a rising neighborhood of public sector reform leaders throughout the continent.

The occasion additionally recognized stakeholder engagement, communication, organisational tradition and collaboration as key components influencing the success of reform implementation.