The Progressive Institute (TPI), the think-tank arm of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Monday commenced a 5-day financial management training programme for staff of the party’s Treasury Department at its National Headquarters in Abuja.
This was contained in a statement signed by Wale Abideen, Head of the Media Unit, The Progressive Institute, Abuja.
The training, taking place at the TPI Boardroom, runs from Monday, 1st December to Friday, 5th December 2025, with emphasis on budgeting, forecasting, planning, and cost/budgetary control aimed at boosting organizational excellence.
In his opening remarks, the Director General of TPI, Dr. Lanre Adebayo, commended APC National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, for prioritizing capacity building within the party’s financial structure. He noted that it is the first time a political leadership has empowered its training arm to directly train party members.
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Dr. Adebayo praised the APC leadership under Professor Nentawe, describing them as an “intellectual political class” for recognizing the importance of continuous professional development.
He further appreciated the dedication of TPI staff, describing them as some of the most hardworking in any institute. He gave special recognition to the Director of Programs, Sanusi Sa’id Kiru; the Director of Finance, Dr. Ibor Bassey; and the Director of Legal Services, Barrister Ego Queen-Ezuma, for their tireless efforts in ensuring the success of the programme.
The workshop is expected to enhance the financial management capacity of participants and improve the overall efficiency of the APC’s administrative and treasury operations.