By Gabriel Ewepu

The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation has announced the opening of applications for the sixth cohort of its flagship AIG Public Leaders Programme (AIG PLP), a six-month executive education initiative delivered in partnership with the University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government.

The programme targets high-potential public sector leaders from English-speaking African countries, equipping them with strategic tools, global networks, and practical insights to drive meaningful reform in public institutions.

Applications are now open and will close on Sunday, April 12, 2026. The programme is set to commence in October 2026.

Since its launch in 2021, the AIG PLP has established a strong track record of impact. Alumni have designed and implemented more than 230 reform projects across ministries, departments, and agencies throughout Africa. An impact survey revealed that 62% of graduates have received promotions or taken on expanded leadership roles following the training.

Executive Vice-Chairman of the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, said: “Across Africa, the complexity of public sector challenges demands more than good intentions. It requires reformers who understand systems, can navigate institutional realities, and are equipped to implement sustainable change. The AIG PLP is designed to meet this need.”

One notable example of impact is alumna Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA), who developed a secure self-reporting tool for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse to document incidents and preserve evidence safely.

“Survivors are already accessing support, and the tool ensures that crucial proof is protected until justice can be sought,” Vivour-Adeniyi said. “This is one of over 230 impactful reform projects being implemented across sectors as diverse as healthcare, finance, agriculture, and education. We are seeing proof every day that investing in the capacity and leadership potential of people delivers the kind of transformation that policy alone cannot achieve.”

The AIG PLP is fully funded by the Foundation, covering all costs including accommodation and meals during residential weeks. It combines online learning with intensive in-person modules and culminates in a capstone reform project where participants apply their skills to real institutional challenges.

Key focus areas include negotiating in the public interest, harnessing digital technology for governance, strengthening public organisations, and upholding integrity in public life.

The Foundation urged eligible public servants to apply early and visit the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation website for full details and application guidelines.