Ex-Ethiopian PM says OOLI’s programmes drive cross-continental collaboration


 





Former Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn Boshe has lauded the Olusegun Obasanjo Leadership Institute (OOLI) for its innovative programmes aimed at enhancing cross-continental partnerships.


This is contained in a statement issued to newsmen on Tuesday in Lagos by the  institute’s Media Consultant, Prof. Elvis Otobo.


According to the statement, Boshe made the commendation during a courtesy visit to the institute.


The former prime minister praised not only OOLI’s programmes but also its commitment to inclusive governance.


His visit, the statement noted, underscored the centre’s alignment with visionary leadership and its dedication to nurturing ethical and transformative change across Africa.


Boshe also commended OOLI’s curriculum for blending ethical stewardship with practical, scenario-based training that addresses some of the continent’s most pressing challenges.


“The OOLI’s model for leadership development is a game-changer for Africa.


“Through its mix of strong academic foundations, practical simulations, and a pan-African network, the institute raises the bar for public service and corporate governance both across Africa and worldwide,” Boshe was quoted as saying.


The statement noted the role of the OOLI as a catalyst for transformative leadership across Africa and beyond, would never go unrecognised.


“The Olusegun Obasanjo Leadership Institute (OOLI) is honoured today by a visit from His Excellency, Mr Boshe.


“Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Founder and Patron of the institute, personally welcomed the distinguished guest and reiterated OOLI’s commitment to nurturing a new generation of leaders,” the statement said.


In his response, the former President Obasanjo, said that hosting the former prime minister reaffirmed the institute’s shared vision,

that committed, ethical leadership could break cycles of poverty and conflict.


“OOLI remains dedicated to equipping leaders with the skills, networks and resources needed to drive progress across Africa and around the world.


“The centre empowers leaders to champion sustainable development, foster inclusive governance and build cross-border collaborations that resonate from local communities to international arenas,” he said.


In his brief remark, Prof. Adedeji Daramola, Deputy Chief Executive of the OOLI, stated that the institute was focused on scaling its signature executive workshops, to reach leadership cohorts in over 30 African nations.


He added that the institute was also committed to fostering strategic partnership in Asia, Europe and the Americas.


The high point of the occasion was the presentation of the Institute’s newly launched brochure and vision statement to the former prime minister, by Prof. Daramola, on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer, Gen. Martin Luther Agwai (rtd).


“On behalf of Gen. Agwai, we are proud to share our roadmap for the next decade; one that deepens our reach from West to Southern Africa, forges new alliances with UN agencies and global think tanks.


“It will also leverage virtual reality technology to deliver immersive training in conflict resolution, sustainable development, and digital transformation,” he said.