CIISM Strengthens Its Legacy of Excellence with Induction and Honorary Doctorate Awards in Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria — August 15, 2025 — The Chartered Institute of Information and Strategy Management (CIISM), in conjunction with Prowess University, USA, hosted its 2025 Induction and Honorary Doctorate Awards at the prestigious Army Resource Centre, Asokoro, Abuja. The august gathering of eminent Nigerians, African leaders, traditional rulers, policymakers, educators, innovators, and industry experts was a living testament to the Institute’s unwavering commitment to capacity building, ethical leadership, and professional transformation across Africa.
Anchored on the theme “Strategic Synergies: Leveraging Arts Management & Information Strategy for Nigeria’s Development,” the 2025 CIISM Awards underscored the Institute’s drive to position creativity and strategic intelligence as twin pillars for governance, innovation, and sustainable growth in Nigeria and beyond.
The international-standard ceremony not only celebrated achievement but also reaffirmed CIISM’s global outlook in partnership with Prowess University, positioning the Institute as a torchbearer of knowledge, integrity, and strategic leadership for Africa and beyond.
The occasion reaffirmed CIISM’s position as a custodian of professional standards, a torchbearer of excellence, and a springboard for emerging leaders across industries.
Through its structured programs, fellowships, and recognition platforms, the Institute continues to nurture a generation of leaders equipped not only with technical knowledge but also with the courage to apply strategy, innovation, and accountability in every sphere of influence. For the inductees and award recipients, the recognition was not just a feather in their cap, but a mandate to lead, mentor, and positively impact society.
As the curtains rose on the August 15 ceremony, one message rang clear: CIISM is not only celebrating the achievements of today; it is investing in the leaders of tomorrow — fortifying Africa’s future through knowledge, capacity, and character.
A Legacy of Standards and Impact
Since its establishment, CIISM has consistently bridged the gap between information, strategic management, and governance, raising leaders whose influence transcends borders. Over the years, the Institute has nurtured a culture of professional distinction and ethical accountability, producing men and women who have gone on to shape industries, advise governments, and inspire communities.
From its pioneering programs in capacity development to its advocacy for strategy-driven leadership across Africa, CIISM has left indelible footprints on the continent’s professional landscape. Its alumni and fellows are spread across ministries, corporate boardrooms, academic institutions, and international bodies, carrying the Institute’s values into every sphere of influence.
Registrar’s Call to Ethical Leadership
Addressing the inductees, Ambassador Dr. Adelanke Peter Oyintoke, Registrar of the Institute, lauded the awardees for their achievements and charged them to live as models of integrity.
“CIISM’s mission is not just to recognize, but to build leaders who embody accountability, strategy, and innovation. Every honour conferred here is a charge — a call to embrace ethical leadership standards in every journey of life,” he declared.
A Testament to Greater Good
In a goodwill message, Professor Eze Nwauba, African Representative of Prowess University, underscored the global relevance of the ceremony.
“The August 15 induction is not merely a conferment of titles; it is a testament to lives lived for the greater good. We are affirming ambassadors of professional distinction, integrity, excellence in leadership, and selfless service to humanity,” he affirmed.
What sets CIISM apart is not only its ability to recognize excellence but its commitment to shaping the future of African leadership. By intertwining information mastery with strategic management principles, the Institute continues to equip professionals with tools to meet the complexities of today’s world.
Its annual induction ceremonies have become more than symbolic events — they are platforms that celebrate achievement, inspire responsibility, and reaffirm the Institute’s guiding vision: to build a society where information, ethics, and leadership converge for sustainable progress.
A Continuing Torchbearer
The 2025 edition at the Army Resource Centre has now added another glowing chapter to the Institute’s history, reinforcing its image as a torchbearer of knowledge and leadership across Africa. For the honourees, the recognition is both a crown and a call — a reminder that they now carry not just personal honour, but the proud legacy of an Institute that has stood unwavering in its pursuit of excellence.
As the applause echoed through the ceremonial hall, it was evident that CIISM had once again sealed its name not only as an academy of recognition, but as a living institution of legacy — one shaping leaders, shaping standards, and shaping the future of Africa.
The 2025 Induction and Honorary Doctorate Awards of the Chartered Institute of Information and Strategy Management (CIISM) was more than an event — it was a testament to the Institute’s unwavering commitment to capacity building, ethical leadership, and professional transformation across Africa.
Through its structured programs, fellowships, and recognition platforms, CIISM continues to nurture a generation of leaders equipped not only with technical knowledge but also with the courage to apply strategy, innovation, and accountability in every sphere of influence.
The induction ceremony at the prestigious Army Resource Centre, Asokoro, Abuja, reaffirmed that CIISM remains a custodian of professional standards, a torchbearer of excellence, and a springboard for emerging leaders across industries. For the inductees and honourees, the recognition is not just a feather in their cap, but a mandate to lead, to mentor, and to impact society positively.
As the curtains fell on the August 15 gathering, one message resounded through the hall: CIISM is not only celebrating achievements of today, it is investing in the leaders of tomorrow — fortifying Africa’s future through knowledge, capacity, and character
In the end, the 2025 Induction and Honorary Doctorate Awards showed that CIISM, in partnership with Prowess University, USA, is not only celebrating today’s achievers but also preparing tomorrow’s leaders. Through capacity building, ethical leadership, and global collaboration, the Institute continues to shape a brighter future for Africa and beyond.
