Amidst Nigeria's ongoing economic transformation, leadership coaching is increasingly recognized as a vital tool for enhancing performance and strategic decision-making. Business leaders and state governments are actively embracing coaching initiatives to cultivate innovation and effective leadership across various sectors.
The International Coaching Federation (ICF) Nigeria marked its 10th anniversary with a conference during International Coaching Week 2025, emphasizing coaching's role in fostering clear thinking and thriving organizational cultures. ICF Nigeria President Akanimo Ekong highlighted the importance of coaching in transforming leaders at all levels.
Lagos State government has been proactive in engaging ICF-certified coaches to collaborate with executive teams, aiming to promote responsive and innovative governance. This initiative underscores the growing recognition of coaching as a crucial element in leadership development within the public sector.
Several leadership programs are also active in Nigeria in 2025. The AIG Public Leaders Programme equips African public servants with skills for transformative reforms. The Lagos Leadership Summit, held on April 16th and 17th, convened leaders to discuss adaptive and inclusive leadership models. These initiatives reflect a broad commitment to developing effective leadership across Nigeria.