NDDC Emphasises Critical Capacity Building For Directors

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has underscored the importance of functional training workshops for its Directors to strengthen their leadership capacity and enhance institutional performance.

Speaking at a two-day training workshop for NDDC Directors in Port Harcourt, Mr. Patrick Ekade, the Director of Administration and Human Resources, stated that the training aligns with the vision of the Managing Director and the Board, who have consistently championed human capital development within the organisation.

In a statement released by Seledi Thompson-Wakama, Director of Corporate Affairs, he said the training was part of the Commission’s ongoing efforts to reposition its directorates for effective service delivery, noting: “The Managing Director, a man of vision, recognised the need to build the capacity of staff for improved professional delivery. This training is a major step in that direction.”

The workshop, themed “Transformational Leadership, Strategic Governance, and Institutional Effectiveness for Public Sector Development,” featured sessions focused on transformational leadership and building institutional effectiveness, performance management, and continuous improvement.

Ekade noted that the training would equip the Directors to align their departments with the Commission’s strategic goals.

“I am confident that this will enhance our collective output and ensure we deliver efficiently on our mandate,” he added, while also appreciating the NDDC Board and Management for their continuous commitment to staff development.

Dr. Chuks Osuji, a Director in the Procurement Department, described the workshop as a timely opportunity to sharpen leadership focus.

“It has given us clarity on our roles and how to strategically position our directorates to deliver on the Commission’s mandate,” he said.

Similarly, Mrs. Imoni Ahunna, Director of Youth, Women, and Culture, noted that the training enhanced her emotional intelligence, which is essential for effective leadership and managing team dynamics. “It has given me better tools to lead with both empathy and professionalism,” she remarked.

Lead Facilitator, Adebayo Akintoye, observed that the capacity-building initiative by the NDDC Management demonstrates a commitment to fostering a performance-driven culture and ensuring that the Commission continues to deliver sustainable development to the Niger Delta region.

The Commission had previously conducted a similar functional training for staff across various cadres.