A critique of leadership training practices at the NIPSS

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Yushau A. Shuaib, a PR practitioner and publisher, withdrew from the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) Senior Executive Course 47 after alleging institutional bullying and humiliation by directing staff, specifically Rear Admiral AA Mustapha. Shuaib, who paid a ₦18.5 million course fee, faced disciplinary actions and queries regarding his media organization, PRNigeria, and his professional opinions despite claims that he had disengaged from the firm's management prior to the course. The situation escalated following a disciplinary panel that issued a final warning to Shuaib, leading him to characterize the institute’s environment as one that prioritizes forced conformity over critical thinking.

Consequences

The allegations of institutional bullying and the questioning of academic freedom at NIPSS may damage the reputation of the institute as a premier site for high-level leadership development. These events raise critical questions regarding the compatibility of military-style disciplinary oversight with the diverse professional backgrounds of participants in the Senior Executive Course.

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