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The Effective Director

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Great boards don’t just oversee; they lead with vision. This programme equips directors with the insight, governance skills, and strategic clarity to manage business risks and drive lasting organisational impact.
The Effective Director Programme is designed for current and aspiring executive and non-executive directors seeking to strengthen board leadership and governance capabilities. It is ideal for directors and senior managers of private, public, and not-for-profit organisations, as well as regulatory and professional association leaders. Participants typically aim to enhance strategic oversight, risk management, and board effectiveness in complex business environments.
In-Person Programme
Lagos
Programme Date
Oct 6, 2026 (2 days)

Programme Fee

₦1,400,000 (Excluding VAT)
In-Person Programme
Lagos
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In-Person Programme
Lagos

Programme Date

Oct 6, 2026 (2 days)
In-Person Programme
Lagos
Programme Fee
1,400,000
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Programme Overview

The strategic role of the board has never been more critical. Organisations today face mounting challenges, including COVID-19, CAMA 2021 compliance, cyber risks, inflation, declining revenues, and workforce dynamics. In this complex environment, directors must balance the expectations of shareholders, employees, regulators, and the community while leading effective strategy formulation and execution.

This programme equips participants with practical insights, frameworks, and case-based learning to navigate the demands of modern board leadership. Delivered by faculty with extensive board experience, the programme explores governance structures, committee functions, financial oversight, enterprise risk management, and the link between board decisions and organisational performance. By the end, participants will gain actionable knowledge to lead boards more effectively, create sustainable value, and strengthen organisational resilience.

Key Learning Outcomes
Gain a detailed understanding of key economic trends, business challenges, and governance responsibilities affecting boards in Nigeria and Africa.
Build knowledge of board structures, CAMA 2021 implications, financial oversight, and enterprise risk management for effective decision-making.
Enhance strategic leadership capabilities to ensure robust strategy formulation, execution, and sustainable organisational performance.
In-Person Programme
Programme Date
Oct 6, 2026 (2 days)
Programme Fee
₦1,400,000 (Excluding VAT)
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The Modern Board & Governance Landscape

  • The board in the 21st century: issues, challenges and prospects

  • Board ecosystem, structures, committees and responsibilities

Strategy, Risk & Turbulent Environments

  • Board and strategy in a turbulent environment

  • Board, enterprise-wide risk management, and business continuity

  • The risky business of being a director; board, and sustainability

Legal & Regulatory Framework

  • New CAMA 2021 and implications for the director, board and the firm

Board Performance, Crisis Management & Succession Planning

  • Fixing the board, managing board crisis & succession planning

  • Sustaining board effectiveness and directors’ round table

Dr. Franklin N Ngwu

Franklin N Ngwu is the Director of Lagos Business School (LBS) Sustainability Centre and an Associate Professor of Strategy, Corporate Governance, and Risk Management. He has a PhD in Law and Economics of Banking Regulation, an MSc in Economics, and a Post-graduate Diploma in Development Economics from the University of Manchester, UK. He has consulted for both local and international organizations and worked at Barclays Bank UK for over five years. In Nigeria, he has provided either training or consulting services to many firms, including Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), African Development Bank(AfDB), StanbicIBTC, First Bank of Nigeria(FBN), Banwo & Ighodalo, WAPIC Insurance, Nigeria Stock Exchange (NSE), Asset & Resource Management Holding Company (ARM), Nigerian Breweries Plc, AXA Mansard, Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc, Airtel Nigeria, and many other organisations.

Prof. Chris Ogbechie

Chris Ogbechie will be leading sessions on Implementing a Growth Strategy in an Africa-to-Africa Context and Execution Challenges in Africa. He is currently the Dean of Lagos Business School. Professor Ogbechie teaches strategy, sustainability, and corporate governance at the Lagos Business School and Strathmore Business in Nairobi, Kenya; he is also the founding Director of the School’s Sustainability Centre. Professor Ogbechie has been involved with several start-ups. He was Chairman of the Board of Directors of Diamond Bank Plc and is on the board of several private and public companies, including Red Star Express Plc (FedEx) and National Salt Company of Nigeria Plc. (NASCON), Health Partners and Palton Morgan Holdings.
Dr. Franklin N Ngwu
Franklin N Ngwu is the Director of Lagos Business School (LBS) Sustainability Centre and an Associate Professor of Strategy, Corporate Governance, and Risk Management. He has a PhD in Law and Economics of Banking Regulation, an MSc in Economics, and a Post-graduate Diploma in Development Economics from the University of Manchester, UK. He has consulted for both local and international organizations and worked at Barclays Bank UK for over five years. In Nigeria, he has provided either training or consulting services to many firms, including Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), African Development Bank(AfDB), StanbicIBTC, First Bank of Nigeria(FBN), Banwo & Ighodalo, WAPIC Insurance, Nigeria Stock Exchange (NSE), Asset & Resource Management Holding Company (ARM), Nigerian Breweries Plc, AXA Mansard, Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc, Airtel Nigeria, and many other organisations.
Prof. Chris Ogbechie
Chris Ogbechie will be leading sessions on Implementing a Growth Strategy in an Africa-to-Africa Context and Execution Challenges in Africa. He is currently the Dean of Lagos Business School. Professor Ogbechie teaches strategy, sustainability, and corporate governance at the Lagos Business School and Strathmore Business in Nairobi, Kenya; he is also the founding Director of the School’s Sustainability Centre. Professor Ogbechie has been involved with several start-ups. He was Chairman of the Board of Directors of Diamond Bank Plc and is on the board of several private and public companies, including Red Star Express Plc (FedEx) and National Salt Company of Nigeria Plc. (NASCON), Health Partners and Palton Morgan Holdings.

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4. Upon confirmation of payment, a programme manager will get in touch with you at least three days before the programme commences.

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