Apparently overwhelmed by her achievements and service to the country, the Institute of Human Resources and Strategic Management of Nigeria has conferred upon the Chairman of Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Dr. Ngozi Olejeme its highest award of Fellowship.

“The institute selected Dr. Ngozi Olejeme strictly on merit and for her contributions to the development of Nigeria and mankind,” a statement signed by the institute’s registrar, Mr. Abel Minna, said.

The statement praised Olejeme for the smooth implementation of the Employees Compensation Scheme and for solving problems of workers and retirees.

“Like a rejected stone which has turned out to be very vital in construction, NSITF now has a wonderful place in the history of Nigeria,” the statement said.

Listing poverty alleviation schemes , endowing a chair in one of the premier Nigerian Universities with a view to broadening knowledge in social security matters, affordable housing scheme, health and safety education through seminars, workshops and printing of posters and teaching aids to help prevent work place injuries and diseases, social assistance to the less privileged and aged, vocational rehabilitation, social assistance to the unemployed and health disability support as major achievements of NSITF, the institute praised olejeme for her integrity, humility, strength of character, timely compensation for employees, spending wisely and thousands of jobs for Nigerians.

The award presentation ceremony will be held on August 29, 2015 in Lagos.

The Institute of Human Resources and Strategic Management of Nigeria (IHRSM) is a registered professional institute developing human resources, engaging in strategic management programmes.

•Photo shows Olejeme