Dr. Boboye Olayemi Oyeyemi, Ph.D., MFR, mni, NPoM, FCILT

Candidate for National President — Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT) Nigeria

Opening Statement

I stand for a CILT Nigeria that is professionally stronger, more visible, more inclusive, and practically indispensable to employers and public policy. Drawing on a lifetime of service in transport leadership, institution-building, and capacity development, I offer a results-driven agenda to grow membership, align the road transport sector with the Institute, and secure broad employer recognition for CILT qualifications — thereby raising standards, improving careers, and advancing national logistics capacity.

Vision

A resilient, internationally-recognised CILT Nigeria that leads professional standards, builds capacity at scale, and bridges industry, government and academia to deliver safe, sustainable and competitive transport and logistics services for Nigeria.

Mission

To transform CILT Nigeria into the preferred professional home for logistics and transport practitioners by:

• Growing and diversifying membership,
• Making CILT qualifications the benchmark employers prize,
• Strengthening institutional systems, digital services and professional development,
• Deepening sector partnerships — especially across road transport — and
• Projecting Nigeria’s leadership within CILT International and Africa.

Guiding Principles

• Professionalism: Standards and qualifications that meet industry needs.
• Practical Impact: Training and advocacy that deliver measurable improvements in operations and safety.
• Inclusivity: Opportunities for NextGen, women, regions and informal-sector practitioners.
• Transparency & Accountability: Clear governance, public reporting and member-centered service.
• Partnership: Constructive collaboration with government, industry, unions, ATPs, and development partners.

Strategic Pillars & Commitments

1. Membership Growth & Sector Alignment (Road Transport Focus)

Goal: Increase active individual membership by 60% and corporate membership by 100% within 4 years, with the road transport sector contributing at least 40% of new members.

Key Commitments

• Establish a Road Transport Sector Council inside CILT Nigeria to coordinate outreach with regulators (FRSC, Federal & State Transport Ministries), unions (e.g., NURTW, RTEAN), fleet operators and transport associations.
• Launch a Road Transport Membership Pathway: tailored modular bridging courses, recognition of service experience, fast-track professional conversion for fleet managers, safety officers, depot managers and transport planners.
• Deliver Group Membership Packages for operators (small/medium fleets, logistics SMEs) with volume discounts, CPD bundles, and on-site training options.
• Deploy a Branch Mobilisation Campaign to identify and certify “Transport Champions” in every state to recruit, mentor and onboard road transport professionals.
• Create a NextGen Road Practitioners Scheme to attract younger drivers, technicians and logistics assistants through apprenticeship certification and mentorship.

Immediate Actions (First 12 months)

• Sign MoUs with FRSC and two major national fleet associations for membership referral and training collaboration.
• Pilot group-membership drive with three states (Lagos, Kano, Rivers) and one large fleet operator.

KPIs

• Net new members/month; % from road transport; number of group contracts signed; conversion rate from ATP training to membership.

2. Employer Recognition & Qualification Value

Goal: Achieve formal employer recognition for CILT professional grades as preferred credentials in at least three major sectors (Oil & Gas logistics, Ports/Terminals, and E-commerce logistics) within 3 years.

Key Commitments

• Launch a CILT Employer Partnership Programme (EPP) with model Recognition Agreements that employers can adopt for recruitment, promotion and CPD.
• Advocate inclusion of CILT certifications in job specifications through engagement with HR associations, major employers (top 50 logistics employers), and Ministries (Transport, Petroleum, Defence, Aviation).
• Create CILT Accredited Centres of Excellence with universities, polytechnics and ATPs to ensure practical, industry-relevant syllabi for all major transport modes.
• Introduce Employer Advisory Panels per sector to co-design short courses and internship pathways, ensuring direct employability.
• Offer Employer Benefits (discounted group training, priority access to job fairs, talent-search briefings) to companies that recognise CILT qualifications.

Immediate Actions

• Produce an Employer Recognition Whitepaper and rollout pilot Recognition Agreements with two corporate partners.
• Host an Employer Roundtable during the next National Conference to secure public endorsements.

KPIs

• Number of employers signing Recognition Agreements; number of positions explicitly listing CILT qualifications; placement rate for CILT-certified graduates.

3. Professional Development & Curriculum Reform

Goal: Reorient CILT curricula toward industry practice, expand CPD reach, and make MPDP the de facto standard for active practitioners.

Key Commitments

• Implement a Curriculum Modernisation Programme to shift emphasis from academic theory to practical competencies (operational management, digital logistics, safety management, regulatory compliance).
• Scale MPDP: monthly topical webinars, regional MPDP hubs, and hybrid delivery to reach 5,000 CPD attendees annually.
• Strengthen Train-the-Trainer (TTT) quality assurance for ATPs and require industry-placement modules for Advanced Diplomas and Chartered pathways.
• Introduce Micro-credentials & Bootcamps (last-mile logistics, fleet electrification, port digitalisation, safety leadership) for fast skills uptake.
• Develop a Mentorship & Apprenticeship Framework linking senior Fellows to NextGen members and trainees.

Immediate Actions

• Convene Industry Parley (as resolved at TTT) within 60 days to finalize curriculum changes and pilot new modules.
• Launch three micro-credential bootcamps in partnership with ATPs before year-end.

KPIs

• MPDP attendance numbers; ATP pass rates; employer satisfaction scores; number of micro-credentials issued.

4. Digital Transformation & Member Services

Goal: Deliver a modern member portal, streamline payments, and provide e-learning and e-certification services within 18 months.

Key Commitments

• Complete and deploy the CILT Nigeria Portal (member dashboard, payments, CPD tracking, e-certificates).
• Implement Interswitch integration and multiple payment channels to simplify renewals and course payments.
• Offer a CILT Virtual Academy for asynchronous and live learning, including recorded MPDPs and exam prep modules.
• Provide Data-driven Member Services: automated renewal reminders, career marketplace, and analytics for branch development.

Immediate Actions

• Approve portal funding, finalize vendor deliverables, and launch pilot member login for beta testing within 90 days.
• Roll out phased payment integration following Council approval of Board ID process.

KPIs

• Portal adoption rate; online payment transaction volumes; reduction in administrative processing times.

5. Governance, Transparency & Financial Sustainability

Goal: Strengthen institutional governance, diversify revenue streams, and ensure financial sustainability.

Key Commitments

• Publish annual Member-Focused Performance Reports: membership, finances, CPD, and audit summaries.
• Introduce Income Diversification: paid short courses, corporate training contracts, sponsorships, and conference revenues aimed to raise non-dues income to 40% of operating budget within 3 years.
• Establish a Campaign for Corporate Partnerships to secure multi-year funding and in-kind support for strategic initiatives.
• Strengthen internal controls and procurement transparency; ensure timely statutory audits and published results.

Immediate Actions

• Launch a Revenue Growth Taskforce to map five prioritized income streams.
• Create a Sponsor Prospectus for conferences and national programmes.

KPIs

• % of non-dues revenue; number of corporate partnerships; audit clearance timelines

6. International & Regional Leadership

Goal: Enhance Nigeria’s leadership role in CILT Africa and CILT International programmes.

Key Commitments

• Host at least one regional CILT event or working group in Nigeria within the term.
• Promote member exchanges and Fellowships with global CILT chapters.
• Strengthen Nigeria’s representation on Africa Forum committees and technical working groups.

Immediate Actions

• Prepare a proposal to host a focused Africa transport policy roundtable during the next National Conference.

KPIs

• Number of international events hosted; fellowships awarded; cross-border CPD exchanges.

Implementation Roadmap (First 12 months — High Level)

Months 0–3

• Official manifesto launch, stakeholder consultations, formation of Implementation Taskforces (Membership, Curriculum, Digital, Employer Engagement).
• Industry Parley (curriculum reform) and Road Transport Council inauguration.
• Approve portal vendor and commence development; Interswitch approval process.

Months 4–6

• Pilot Road Transport Membership drives in three states; secure first employer Recognition Agreements.
• Launch virtual MPDP hub and 3 micro-credential bootcamps.
• Begin portal beta testing and Interswitch integration.

Months 7–12

• Roll out full portal; expand MPDP regional hubs.
• Host Employer Roundtable at National Conference; announce Corporate Partnership deals.
• Publish first annual Member-Focused Performance Report.

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Monthly dashboard by Secretariat; quarterly public scorecards to members.
• Annual independent audit of programme outcomes and finances.
• Member feedback loops: surveys after MPDPs, ATP programmes, and employer engagement events.

What I Ask From You (Call to Action)

• Endorse this programme and join our movement to professionalise logistics and transport across Nigeria.
• Support branch mobilization and identify local champions.
• Employers: join the Employer Partnership Programme and recognise CILT as your professional standard.
• Fellows & senior members: lend your mentorship, expertise and voice to shape the future generation.

Closing Note

My life’s work has been to make systems safer, institutions stronger, and people better equipped to serve. If entrusted as National President, I will lead with integrity, clarity and a relentless focus on delivery. Together we will grow CILT Nigeria into the professional powerhouse our members, employers and nation expect.

Dr. Boboye Olayemi Oyeyemi, Ph.D., MFR, mni, NPoM, FCILT
Candidate for National President, CILT Nigeria