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AIG PUBLIC LEADERS PROGRAMME ALUMNI IMPACT STORY

Yetunde Ope-Faniran is an Assistant Chief Superintendent in the Operations Department of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).

Yetunde applied to the PLP in anticipation of a transformative experience that would elevate her leadership capabilities and contribute significantly to her journey as a public leader in Nigeria.

‘’My PLP experience was truly amazing. Through engaging sessions and presentations, invaluable insights on integrity, digitalisation, and governance were shared, especially in these challenging times. The programme exposed me to the complexities of public leadership and the critical role that integrity plays in upholding the public's trust. The sessions on digitalisation were particularly enlightening. They highlighted how technology can be harnessed to improve governance, enhance transparency, and streamline public service delivery. These lessons are especially pertinent in our fast-paced world, where staying up to date with technological advancements is crucial for effective leadership.’’

PLP participants are required to undertake a capstone project within their respective organisations, applying the knowledge gained during the programme. Yetunde’s capstone project focused on managing data related to assets recovered by ICPC as proceeds of crime. Utilising the 'Theory of Change,' a key learning from the PLP, the project aimed to revolutionise recordkeeping practices through digitalisation, streamlining the documentation and management of both cash and non-cash assets. The ultimate goal was to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability within the organisation, setting a new standard for asset management within ICPC.

The project, which has been successfully concluded and implemented, entailed Stakeholder Engagement (vertically and horizontally), communication at the micro-level across all units, demystifying the use of ICTs, allaying fears regarding possible workload increase, utilisation of free cloud-based solutions and continuous monitoring and evaluation of the outcomes for improvement, where necessary.

The impact of Yetunde’s project on ICPC has been significant, improving efficiency, transparency, and accountability in asset recovery and management procedures. The real-time availability of data has enhanced decision-making processes and contributed to more effective governance within the organisation.