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- Towards a Better Society

- Towards a Better Society. Brief History of the National Institute: The Past, Present, and The Future – To The Participants of the Senior Executive Course 37/2015 Maj Gen Lawrence A Onoja ( rtd ) CFR, Phd , mni President

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  1. - Towards a Better Society Brief History of the National Institute: The Past, Present, and The Future – To The Participants of the Senior Executive Course 37/2015 Maj Gen Lawrence A Onoja (rtd) CFR, Phd, mni President Alumni Association of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (AANI) Tuesday 24thFebruary, 2015 The Main Auditorium of the National Institute, Kuru, Jos 1

  2. NIPSS - Towards a Better Society “To be the apex centre of policy research and reflection for a better Nigeria and human society” Vision: “To serve as the centre for policy, advocacy, advice and training for the Nigeria, West African region in the context of a dynamic and changing world.” Mission: 2

  3. NIPSS - Towards a Better Society …towards a better society Motto 3

  4. National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) Founder’s Comments - Towards a Better Society “...by creating the National Institute, this Administration has created one more venue for the various leadership groups to meet, discuss and seek resolutions of issues that relate to the continuing development and transformation of our society. The objectives of such exchange of ideas would bring about a new and distinct way of life that can ensure happiness and contentment for a Nigerians. I share this optimism of many Nigerians that we can achieve this new society as long as we are not complacent with the present, and we seek new ideas, new options and new attitudes...” Chief OlusegunObasanjo, GCFR. -3rd Sept 1979 (As Head of State Of Nigeria) 4

  5. Why NIPSS was established - Towards a Better Society • Weaknesses in National Unity • Weaknesses in Federal System of Government. • Weaknesses in National Governance System • Weaknesses in National Socio Economic Management System. 5

  6. BRIEF HISTORY OF THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE - Towards a Better Society Historical Background • The Nigerian Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) was established and commissioned on Monday, September 3rd, 1979 via a military decree number 20 of 1st January, 1979. • One of the reasons the then military Government of chief OlusegunObasanjo decided to establish the NIPSS was to get first rate public servants and other professionals in the public service of the country like the Army, the Navy, the Air force, the Police Force, organised private sector (OPS) like labour and statutory corporations that were not purely civil service establishments. • Criteria for establishing the Nigeria Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies at Kuru, near Jos was to have young men and women who might likely make it to the peak of their respective careers to be sent to or assembled at the coolest and quietest part of the Country for a period of six to nine months to consider the challenges facing Nigeria and proffer solutions. 6

  7. The Institute - Towards a Better Society • Is a high level centre for reflection, research and dialogue. • In the institute, academics of excellence, seasoned policy makers cum initiators and other citizens of mature experience and wisdom, drawn from all walks of life, meet to reflect and exchange ideas on the great issues of society, particularly as they relate to Nigeria, West Africa and Africa in the context of a constantly challenging world • Model Institution for inculcating the highest National ideals and achieving the best results for National development and utilization of resources. 7

  8. Major Objectives of the National Institute - Towards a Better Society Conduct of course for top level policy makers and executives Organizes brainstorming sessions Acts as consultants for policy implementation Publish books, records, reports and articles to disseminate its activities Conduct of social and public policy research 8

  9. Unique Strategies - Towards a Better Society • Practical situations are taught, whereby the course participants are grouped into syndicates with areas of coverage • Local study tours of states in Nigeria • African study tours. • Intercontinental study tours. 9

  10. - Towards a Better Society THIRTY FIVE YEARS OF PROGRESS 10

  11. The First Decade (circa 1979 – 1989) - Towards a Better Society • The first set of 40 participants was admitted and commenced studies on 20th August, 1979 as Senior Executive Course 1 (SEC 01/1979) and they spent twenty eight weeks (six months). • Pioneer Staff • Chairman - Chief Simeon Adebo • Director General - Major-General TB Ogundeko (Head of the Education Corps of the Nigerian Army) • Director of Studies - Professor Gabriel Olusanya • Director of Research - Professor AdieleAfigbo • Director Admin - Alh. AbubakarUmar • Chief Librarian - Dr. N. M. Adeyemi • Pioneer Participants – Amongst others • Gen. IB Babangida 6. Senator OlabiyiDurojaiye • Obi N. A. Achebe 7. Gen. MJ Vatsa • Amb. A. Al-Gazali 8. Gen. MD Jega • Gen. DM Jemibewon 9. Alh. HassanAhmed II • Alh. M. Dammadami 11

  12. The First Decade (circa 1979 — 1989) - Towards a Better Society • Three of the previous participants, have ruled this country: • General Ibrahim BadamasiBabangida; • Late General SaniAbacha and • General AbdulsalamAbubakar. • Four NIPSS participants were Deputy Heads of Government: • Late General B Idiagbon • Late Admiral A Aikhomu • General O Diya • Late Admiral M Akhigbe The question; how did NIPSS influence their policy decisions during their stewardships? 12

  13. NIPSS Research Projects - Towards a Better Society • Creation of States in Nigeria by Mr. S. O. Adesuyi, mni SEC 2/1980 formed the basis for the creation of 6 States by General SanniAbacha in 1996. • Establishment of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) by Brigadier A. Rimi, mni and CP E. Umoren, mni both of SEC 3/1 981 led to the birth of the NDLEA. • Elevation of the Cultural Department to a Cabinet Ministry by Mr. S. Olusola, mni, SEC 4/1982 resulted in the subsequent creation of the Federal Ministry of Information and Culture. 13

  14. NIPSS Research Projects - Towards a Better Society • Restructuring of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Upgrading it to the Federal Intelligence and Investigation Bureau (FIIB) by CP Emmanuel Ugowe, mni, SEC 4/1 982 led the formation of the FIIB in the Nigeria Police Force. • Establishment of the Oil Mineral Producing Areas Development Commission (OMPADEC) by Mr. Friday D. lkegwuani, mni, SEC 5/1983 prepared the grounds for the establishment of OMPADEC by the Babangida Administration. • Establishment of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) by Late CP A. R. Laleye, mni SEC 6/1984 prepared grounds for the creation of the FRSC. 14

  15. NIPSS Research Projects - Towards a Better Society • Elevation of the Directorate of Food Roads and Rural Infrastructure (DFRRI) by Mr. M. C. Abubakar, mni, SEC 4/1982 convinced the Babangida Administration to establish DFRRI. • Establishment of the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (FEPA) by Mr. B. Abdullahi, mni, SEC 6/1984 and Mr. A. Girei, mni, SEC 8/1986 set the tone for the founding of FEPA • Establishment of the Ministry of Women Affairs by Mrs. AdefemiTaire, mni, SEC 9/1997 greatly influenced the creation of the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs. • SEC 33 Recommendations to FGN SEC 33/2011 15

  16. National Institute, for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) Founder’s Comments - Towards a Better Society When NIPSS was set up many years ago, it was our firm expectation that with the high calibre of operators we insist on, excellence would be an everyday virtue in the environment here in Kuru. Now on the threshold of a new millennium, the hope, which we invested in the National Institute, is by no means diminished. Indeed, the formidable challenges and opportunities envisaged in the global village make such an institution doubly relevant…” -6th November, 1999 (As President Of Nigeria) 16

  17. The second Decade (circa 1989 – 1990) - Towards a Better Society • The second decade of the National Institute existence spans from 1989 to 1999, during which the institution continued to enjoy its prestige. • Funding • Selection of course participants • Calibre of Instructor 17

  18. The Third Decade (circa 1999 – 2009) - Towards a Better Society • The third decade of the National Institute existence spans from 1999 to 2009, during the institution continue to enjoy its prestige • Funding - Infrastructural decay • Selection of course participants — Lowering of standards. • Gradual loss of relevance 18

  19. Present Administration - Towards a Better Society • Since its inception in 1979, the National Institute has had nine Director-Generals. The current acting Director General Professor Tijjani Mohammad Bande assumed duty in May 2010. • Revisit of the vision and mission of the Institute and remodelling. • Restoration of the culture of serious policy formulation and implementation. 19

  20. Present Administration - Towards a Better Society Tripartite Relationship Forged and Sustained Office of the VP NIPSS Board AANI 20

  21. Journey to the Future - Towards a Better Society • NIPSS Crisis Games • Concluding Seminars • Strategic Issues • Need to revisit NIPSS Act which set forth its cardinal objectives. • Theme for the Senior Executive Course (SEC 37/2015) “Repositioning Nigeria’s Educational System for Global Competitiveness”. • NIPSS and its over 1,500 Alumni to initiate paradigm policy and strategy shift. • Alumni to spearhead the renaissance of NIPSS by alternative funding mechanisms. 21

  22. National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) Founder’s Comments - Towards a Better Society One achievement which we never thought of when we were establishing this Institute, and which has come out is what I call an unplanned if you like outcome of a purposeful action, is the Alumni Association. The Alumni Association is strong and socially lively and it should remain so. If I may advice I will want to see that Alumni Association assuming a bit of responsibility that it may find not easy, you should know where every member of your Association is placed, what he or she is doing, and if necessary you should monitor their progress and where there is need you should confidentially advice and correct them.” 21st November, 2009 (As Guest Speaker, Sec 31 Graduation Ceremony 22

  23. THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE (AANI) - Towards a Better Society Vision To Promote The Noble Ideals Of A Better Society. Mission To Serve As Think-Tank To The Government Of Nigeria. Objectives To Promote The Noble Ideals Of The National Institute As Embodies In Its Motto, Towards A Better Society’. To Promote Understanding, Unity, Brotherhood And Cooperation Among The Members. To Strengthen The Relationship Between The Association And The National Institute With A View To Maintaining Synergy. To Interact With Federal And State Governments Of Nigeria, Other Organisations Or Associations with Similar Objectives. To Establish The Means Of Contributing Objectively To National Discourse On Any Issues Affecting The Positive Development Of Nigeria And Proffer Appropriate Recommendation, anti Implementation Strategies to the Government. To Maintain The Highest Standards Of Conduct, Etiquette And Discipline Among Its Members. To Establish Schemes For The Promotion Of The Welfare, Security And Economic Advancement Of Members. To Create And Maintain An Endowment Fund For The Proper Observance And Discharge Of Any Of The Objectives Of The Association. 23

  24. AANI EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (2013-2015) - Towards a Better Society 24

  25. ANNI BOARD OF PARTONS - Towards a Better Society 25

  26. AANI HERITAGE COUNCIL - Towards a Better Society 26

  27. ANNI PAST PRESIDENT - Towards a Better Society 27

  28. ANNI PAST SECRETARIES-GENERAL - Towards a Better Society Adm O Emele 1999 - 2013 28

  29. AANI LEAGUE OF MONITORS-GENERAL - Towards a Better Society Serial SEC/Year Name 1. 1/1979 MJ Vatsa Brig Gen (Late). 2. 2/1980 US Yaro Brig Gen (Late). 3. 3/1981 JT Useni Brig Gen. 4. 4/1982 Emmanuel O Ugowe CP (Late). 5. 5/1983 Wilfred OzahGp Capt (Late). 6. 6/1984 SG Ikya Col. 7. 7/1985 BAT BalewaArnb (Late). 8. 8/1986 AdamuAliyuAlhaji. 9. 9/1987 Ismaila Isa Alhaji. 10. 10/1988 TankoAyuba Col. 11. 11/1989 Chris Garuba Col 12. 12/1990 Lawrence Onoja Col 13. 13/1991 Ahmed M Daku Brig Gen 14. 14/1993 Raji A Rasaki Brig Gen 15. 15/1993 Sam O. Bmisaiye Mr. (Late) 29

  30. AANI LEAGUE OF MONITORS-GENERAL (Contd.) - Towards a Better Society 16. 16/1994 Hafiz Momoh Brig-Gen 17. 17/1995 Abubakar Mustapha Prof 18. 18/1996 D Dada lkponmwen Brig-Gen 19. 19/1997 DaboAiiyu AIG 20. 20/1998 AAU Kama Brig-Gen 21. 21/1999 TajudeenAAdeola Mr 22. 22/2000 OlusegunAkinsanyaAmb 23. 23/2001 MG UmarEngr 24. 24/2002 HarunaDabin Mr 25. 25/2003 Stephen J MaiioEngr (Dr) 26. 26/2004 KhaleelBolaji Mr 27. 27/2005 MBW Dogo-Mohammed Dr 28. 28/2006 IS Ejeh Brig-Gen (Late) 29. 29/2007 AS Mohammed Mallam 30. 30/2008 AbubakarRasheed Prof 31. 31/2009 AbubakarGireiSen 32. 32/2010 BabangidaUmar Brig-Gen 33. 33/2011 Chiobi B. Ugochukwu G-Capt. 34. 34/2012 C A Ogbeche (Air Cdre) • 35/2013 ProfGarbaSharubutu • 36/2014 A D Chonoko (Brig Gen) 30

  31. NIPSS granduands - Towards a Better Society SEC No. Graduated 1/1979 402/1980 333/1981 384/1982 375/1983 356/1984 427/1985 408/1986 459/1987 4110/1988 4111/1 989 42 • 12/1990 4513/1991 4514/1992 4315/1993 4116/1994 41 • SEC No. Graduated • 33/2011 65 • 34/2012 64 35/2013 64 36/2014 64 TOTAL • SEC No. Graduated • 17/1995 4118/1996 4019/1997 4220/1998 4121/1999 4222/2000 40 • 23/2001 4224/2002 5025/2003 4626/2004 5527/2005 5628/2006 6029/2007 6030/2008 6531/2009 6432/2010 64 31

  32. AANI Secretariat Abuja - Towards a Better Society 32

  33. PROPOSED ANNI CENTRE, ABUJA - Towards a Better Society 33

  34. Remember To: - Towards a Better Society • Widen circle of friends and associates and aspire to perform and not to complain. • Make contributions to make things better. • Be part of critical mass for change for a better Nigeria. • Never bring the National Institute into disrepute. • Plan towards strengthening the Alumni association. 35

  35. Conclusion - Towards a Better Society • Adequate funding so that it can deliver on its mission to the nation is a matter which Government must not compromise. • Intake of participants must be in proportion with existing infrastructure example, from a modest class of forty (40) participants in 1979 to sixty six (66) participants in 2011, the yearly intake of participants has grown considerably. • Thorough screening of participants before admission. • Amendment of NIPSS Act should be given utmost attention. Research and Development Centre proposed by AANI, which will serve as NIPSS satellite resource centre where access to the vast resources and intellectual work done at Kuru shall become easily available to public and private sector functionaries who require such materials. 35

  36. - Towards a Better Society THANK YOU 36

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