The Nigerian Meteorological Agency and the Chartered Risk Management Institute of Nigeria have announced plans to collaborate in strengthening and promoting best practices in risk management within the agency.
This development emerged from a courtesy visit on Thursday when CRMI representatives, led by Registrar/Chief Executive Mr. Victor Olannye, met with NiMet’s Director General and CEO, Prof. Charles Anosike.
A statement on Thursday made available to PUNCH Online noted that Olannye briefed Anosike on CRMI’s activities, including membership categories, upcoming events, and risk management education opportunities.
He commended NiMet’s recent achievements under Prof. Anosike’s leadership, stating, “We note the rising profile of NiMet locally and internationally under Prof. Anosike’s watch.”
In recognition of these accomplishments, Mr. Olannye announced, “The Governing Council of CRMI is pleased to invite Professor Charles Anosike, DG/CEO of NiMet to join the CRMI Council. Council has also approved that he be awarded fellowship of the institute.”
Responding to the invitation, Prof. Anosike emphasised the evolving nature of risk management in the face of climate change.
He said, “NiMet’s weather and climate forecasts contribute towards climate risk management. Today, even financial institutions are integrating climate risks in their operations.”
Prof. Anosike suggested an expansion of CRMI’s curriculum, saying, “I charge the CRMI to include climate risk certification in its curriculum.”
He expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We welcome the idea to partner with the institute as I believe that the relationship will be mutually beneficial. CRMI among other things will also help NiMet to strengthen its risk management processes.”
Regarding the invitation to join CRMI’s Council, Prof. Anosike responded cautiously, saying, “We will look into CRMI’s request to join the Council to see if we are allowed to do so.”