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RETHINKING LEADERSHIP: How NLO is Tackling the Root Causes of Failure in Individuals, Organizations, and Nations

As part of its mission to elevate leadership consciousness in Africa, the National Leadership Organization (NLO) recently hosted a transformative leadership training session for middle to senior management professionals from both the impact and private sectors. The session featured an interactive discovery process that identified leadership deficiency as the primary

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NLO affiliates with World Youth Clubs to Revolutionize Youth Leadership

The National Leadership Organisation (NLO) is proud to announce its formal affiliation with the World Youth Clubs (WYC), an esteemed global social enterprise dedicated to empowering youth organizations across the world. This exciting partnership represents a significant milestone in NLO’s mission to build leadership capacity among African youths and foster

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Unlocking Nigeria’s Stranded Potentials at 64

As Nigeria marks its 64th Independence Day, we are reminded of our nation’s boundless potential and the countless untapped opportunities that lie ahead. At the National Leadership Organisation (NLO), our mission mirrors that of oil and gas companies, which specialize in unlocking stranded hydrocarbons. For us, however, the focus is

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Dr. Bolaji Olagunju

Director General

Dr. Bolaji Olagunju—author, advisor, coach, teacher, modeler—is a highly respected expert in leadership, team development, and personal and organizational effectiveness.

In 2004, Bolaji founded Workforce Group with a mission to enable and support high-performance businesses and high-commitment public organizations. His expertise and insights are sought after by both government institutions and private corporations.

Some of his most recent advisory engagements include the comprehensive redesign of a government agency, the implementation of large-scale capacity-building programs across public institutions, initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness, and targeted leadership performance interventions.

Currently serving as Director-General of the National Leadership Organization, Dr. Olagunju is dedicated to building a nation of high-performing leaders. He is also on the board of several organizations, contributing significantly to their growth and performance.

Dr. Olagunju is a prolific creator of capacity-building and organizational development methodologies and solutions. He is also the author of several bestselling books and insightful publications that offer practical guidance and valuable lessons, including Hiring Right; You Must Become a Trainer; and Own, Don’t Owe Your Future.