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The Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) Nigeria, Abuja Zone, will maintain its 2026 Walk for Life on Saturday at Millennium Park, Abuja, as half of efforts to promote govt wellness, strengthen skilled connections and encourage more healthy management.
The Media Officer of CIoD, Rex Abitogin disclosed this in a press assertion that was made obtainable to the media on Thursday.
He stated the occasion, themed “Advancing Executive Wellness, Building Connections, and Inspiring Healthier Leadership,” can be led by the National President and Chairman of the Governing Council of CIoD Nigeria, Otunba Adetunji Oyebanji, F.CIoD, and hosted by the Abuja Zonal Chairperson, Mrs Rose N. Eshiett, M.CIoD.
He famous that, “The annual stroll displays the Institute’s recognition that efficient and sustainable management extends past skilled competence and boardroom duties to embody private well being and wellbeing. Directors and senior executives function in demanding environments that require sound judgement, sustained consideration and the capability to navigate advanced organisational challenges. These duties make private wellness an necessary consideration within the pursuit of management effectiveness.
“Through the Walk for Life, CIoD Abuja Zone seeks to encourage administrators, senior executives, professionals and members of the broader group to embrace more healthy existence and incorporate bodily exercise into their day by day routines. Walking supplies a easy and accessible means to promote health whereas creating alternatives for members to work together past formal skilled settings.’
According to him, “The initiative also highlights the connection between executive wellness and organisational culture. As leaders influence workplace values through their decisions and personal example, their commitment to healthy living can encourage organisations to give greater attention to employee wellbeing and the creation of healthier, more sustainable working environments.”
In addition he stated, “Beyond its wellness goals, the occasion will present a possibility for fellowship, networking and relationship-building amongst members of the Institute and different members. By bringing individuals collectively in a casual and interesting setting, the stroll goals to strengthen skilled connections and reinforce the significance of collaboration in management and enterprise.
He additionally acknowledged that, “The Abuja Zone of CIoD Nigeria invitations administrators, senior executives, professionals, members of the enterprise group and most of the people to take part within the occasion at Millennium Park on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
“The Institute also calls on media organisations to support the initiative by amplifying its message and encouraging wider public participation. It hopes that the event will inspire participants to carry its message beyond the park by making personal wellness a more deliberate part of their everyday lives and leadership practices.” he stated
In his explanations, he stated, “The 2026 Walk for Life underscores CIoD Nigeria’s commitment to promoting leadership that combines professional excellence with personal wellbeing, recognising that healthy leaders are an important part of building resilient organisations and a more sustainable business environment.”
