FG reaffirms CIPM as only HR regulator

Dailytrust | 20-05-2026 02:42pm |

The Federal Government has mandated that all personnel in Human Resource positions within Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) must acquire professional certification. This directive was communicated through a circular from the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, referenced as HCSF/3065/Vol.1/230, dated May 14, 2026. The circular emphasizes the importance of professional qualifications and reaffirms the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) as the sole regulatory body for human resource professionals in Nigeria. This initiative aims to enhance the standards and effectiveness of human resource management across government entities.

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