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OGSCOMAS Egba Zone Announces 2024 Annual Seminar on Ethics and Professionalism in Cooperative Management

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Theme: “Promoting Ethics and Professionalism in Cooperative Management and Administration”

The Ogun State Cooperative Managers Association (OGSCOMAS) Egba Zone is set to hold its highly anticipated 2024 Annual Seminar/Workshop, bringing together Cooperative professionals, academics, and esteemed Cooperative leaders and elders in the State.

The event, scheduled for Monday, 26th August 2024, will take place at the Fimosokan Lantoro (Abeokuta) Cooperative Multipurpose Union Limited Hall, Lantoro, Abeokuta, Ogun State, starting at 9:00 AM.

This year’s seminar, themed “Promoting Ethics and Professionalism in Cooperative Management and Administration,” aims to foster a deeper understanding of the essential principles that guide effective cooperative management. The seminar will provide a platform for discussing best practices, ethical considerations, and the professional standards necessary to ensure the sustainability and success of cooperatives in Ogun State.

Chief Host:
– Mr. Babatunde Isiaq Rasaq, President of OGSCOMAS Egba Zone, will lead the seminar as the Chief Host, welcoming participants and setting the tone for a day of insightful discourse.

Special Guest:
– Mr. S. K. Adeyanju FICP, President of Ogun State Central Financing Agency Limited, will grace the event as the Special Guest, offering his expertise and sharing his vision for the future of cooperative management in the region.

Panel of Discussants:

– Chief (Mrs.) J. Ola Bisiriyu JP, Immediate Past Executive Secretary of Ogun State Cooperative Federation Limited (OGSCOFED), known for her exemplary service and vast experience in cooperative governance.
– Mr. ‘Braheem Fattah FICP, Principal of Ogun State Cooperative College, Ijeja, Abeokuta, Ogun State, bringing academic insights into cooperative training and education.
– Mr. S. A. Adebiyi FICP, Immediate Past Chairman of the Institute of Cooperative Professionals of Nigeria (ICOPRON), Ogun State Chapter, an advocate for professional development within the cooperative sector.
– Mr. Ibrahim Abiodun Afeez ACA, Accountant at OGSCOFED Limited, will provide a financial perspective on cooperative ethics and management practices.

This seminar promises to be an enriching experience for all attendees, offering a unique opportunity to engage with leading minds in the cooperative sector and to explore the intersection of ethics, professionalism, and effective management.

Don’t Miss This Educative Session!
Cooperative professionals and leaders are encouraged to attend this seminar to stay ahead in the field of cooperative management, network with peers, and gain invaluable insights that can be applied within their respective organizations.

For registration, call +2348060579342

ICOPRON Ogun State Chapter Marks Milestone in Cooperative Excellence

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The Institute of Cooperative Professionals of Nigeria (ICOPRON) Ogun State Chapter recently celebrated a significant milestone at the Yewa Investment Cooperative Hall in Ayetoro, Yewa North, Ogun State, Nigeria. The event focused on the crucial theme of “Revamping Cooperative Legislation for Sustainable Growth and Development,” drawing the participation of Cooperative Professionals and leaders from across the state. Watch the video here

Call for Reform in Cooperative Legislation:

The Assistant Director of Cooperative Services in Ogun State, Mr. Adebiyi S. A. ficp, highlighted the imperative need for reform in the Nigerian Cooperative Societies Act of 2004. Emphasis was placed on enforcing laws, leadership tenureship, embracing digital technologies, compulsory insurance, and gender sensitivity. The proposed reforms aim to align with global practices and foster sustainable growth within the cooperative sector. Watch the video here

ICOPRON Ogun State Chapter Report:

Mrs. F. O. Adesina ficp, the State Chapter head, presented a comprehensive report on the financial standing, meetings, and membership strength of the chapter. Membership continues to grow, particularly with an influx of managers from Yewa axis, students of the Ogun State Cooperative College, and the Olabisi Onabanjo University.

Additionally, Mrs. Adesina highlighted the successful participation of Ogun State Chapter members in the Mandatory Continuous Professional Training (MCPT 2023) in Abuja, where fourteen members registered and actively engaged. Recognition was also given to six members who received Fellow Awards at the 7th edition of the National Conference held in FCT, Abuja. Watch the video here

Distinguished Figures Illuminate the Event:

The ICOPRON event was graced by distinguished figures, including the Director of Cooperative Services in Ogun State, Pastor Samuel Mustapha, represented by Alhaji Fattah ‘Braheem FICP (Principal Ogun State Cooperative College, Ijeja, Abeokuta, Ogun State) and the National President of ICOPRON, Dr. Olubunmi Fajobi mni, ficp, Ph.D represented by the National PRO, Muhammad S. Bello ficp. Their valuable insights and support elevated the discussions on cooperative development. Watch the video here

Certificate Presentation:

A significant highlight of the event was the presentation of certificates to members in various categories, including Fellow, Senior, Associate, Graduate, and Student Members. This recognition underscored the commitment and achievements of individuals within the cooperative community. Watch the video here

LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT BEST WAY TO GROW ORGANISATION

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Learning and development has been described as the best way to grow business and safe organization from frustrations. Therefore, it is time for learning and development leaders to stop reacting to training requests and start meeting real performance needs.

However, learning and development professionals desiring to add value to their Cooperative organizations need to learn to focus on training that would add value and start training at the right time for the right members.

Speaking at the 5th Annual Union Retreat of Ike Oluwa Sagamu Remo Cooperative Multipurpose Union Limited held on Saturday, 18th November, 2023 at the Union Building, Olowowere Area, Iparufu Soyindo, Sagamu, Ogun State, with the theme: “Organization Development Scale Up Leadership”, the Vice President of OGSCOFED Limited and President Remo Branch I, Chief Mrs Adenike Ajayi, said a learning organization is an organization skilled at creating, acquiring and transferring knowledge and modifying its culture to reflect new knowledge and insight while having the agility to adapt to changing environments.

She explained that in Cooperative organization, learning is valued, encouraged and recognized, while access to training and personal development is open and flexible, within available resources.

Mr. Babatunde, the Zonal Assistant Director of Cooperative Services Sagamu Local Government said that any management of organization that is not delivering the required results should be replaced with effectives for the growth of the organization. “If Trustees is not delivering results the shareholders should change the trustees.”

Mr. Ola Otinwa ficp, President Ike Oluwa Sagamu (Remo) CMU Limited, said it is very important for members to come together and understand the important ways of doing Cooperative business.