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DHL named top employer in Africa
For the fourth consecutive year, DHL Express was certified as a Top Employer at the prestigious Top Employer Africa 2018 Ceremony which took place on Thursday, October 12, 2017 at the Sandton Convention Center in Johannesburg .
Hennie Heymans, Director General of DHL Express in Sub-Saharan Africa, explains that this is the fourth consecutive year that DHL receives this award from the Top Employers Institute. “DHL Express values its employees and strives to make the company a rewarding place to work. We are proud to receive this recognition from the Top Employers Institute.”
This year, DHL was the only company to be certified as a Top Employer in 18 African markets, including Angola, Botswana, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Morocco, Nigeria , Namibia, South Africa, Senegal, Uganda and Zambia.
“Throughout its organizational structure, DHL cultivates an extremely consumer-centric culture, which we consider to be an essential component of our success. Maintaining this culture around the world is a task that resided, to a large extent, in our effective employee engagement programs, “Heymans said.
“As such, it goes without saying that employee motivation and development are very important areas for us. We are committed to having a team of highly effective employees who operate in a high performance culture that promotes and drives diversity. ”
“Throughout its organizational structure, DHL cultivates an extremely consumer-centric culture, which we consider to be an essential component of our success”
According to Heymans, DHL’s use of employee initiatives and programs, including the company’s Certified International Specialist Certificate (CIS) cultural exchange program, helped unlock the potential of company employees throughout sub-Saharan Africa. “This year we placed a strong emphasis on re-qualifying and qualifying middle managers and supervisors as this leadership level is central to leading and executing our growth aspirations in the coming years. As we continue to grow, we need to all of the company’s employees understand their role and how to execute efficiently. After all, the role of supervisors and middle managers is to build trust and inspire great performance. ”
DHL also recently completed the Employee Opinion Survey, which provides a platform for employees to send their ideas and feelings about the company anonymously. “This is an important tool that helps us identify the areas where we are working well, as well as the areas that require improvement,” Heymans continued.
In addition, our Employee of the Year and Employee of the Year awards are awarded to the best performing employees based on their colleagues’ appointments. “We believe that the power of our incredible network is people, and so strategic planning and implementation of programs are vital.”
In order to be certified as a Top Employer in Africa, a company needs to operate in four or more countries and have exceptional conditions for employees. The Top Employers Institute conducts a comprehensive and independent study by completing a survey of good HR practices by employees in relevant companies.
The Top Employers Institute evaluates the human resources strategy, implementing policies, practices and employee offerings to reveal whether the company provides exceptional employee conditions, develops talent at all levels, and demonstrates leadership by optimizing the development of its employees. and practices of employees.
Each completed survey is reviewed by the Top Employer Institute and is subsequently audited by a third party. Only organizations that qualify from the selection process receive the Top Employers title and the Certification Seal, but all participants receive a comprehensive feedback report.
“We are honored to be certified again as a Top Employer in Africa and we will strive to ensure that we remain focused on attracting, retaining and developing our employees across the region,” Heymans concluded.
The Kano State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust.
The notice was presented yesterday during plenary by the Majority Leader, Lawan Hussaini Dala, who said the action follows Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Dala said the allegations stem from Abdussalam’s tenure as Commissioner for Local Government (2023–2024) and his current role as deputy governor. He accused the deputy governor of diverting funds meant for the 44 local government councils.
According to the majority leader, Abdussalam allegedly received N1.5 million monthly from each council between June 2023 and January 2024, totaling N462 million. Between February and July 2024, he allegedly collected N3.255 million monthly from each council under the guise of special assignments, amounting to N726 million.
Dala also accused the deputy governor of abuse of office, claiming he facilitated payments of N10 million from each council to NovoMed Pharmaceuticals Limited, totaling N440 million, in violation of state procurement laws.
“The misuse of official capacity to confer undue advantage constitutes abuse of power and undermines public trust,” Dala told lawmakers, adding that the allegations amount to gross misconduct under the Constitution.
The impeachment notice was reportedly endorsed by 38 lawmakers, meeting the constitutional threshold to proceed. The Speaker has acknowledged receipt, and the House is expected to serve the allegations on the deputy governor.
If approved, a panel may be constituted by the state Chief Judge to investigate the claims.
As of filing, Abdussalam had yet to respond publicly to the allegations.
The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, on Wednesday inaugurated a seven-member committee on the establishment of state police, giving it four weeks to submit its report.
The inauguration was held during his maiden conference with senior police officers at the Peacekeeping Conference Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Charging members of the panel to discharge their duties with professionalism and objectivity, Disu described the assignment as “both significant and timely,” noting that it would shape the framework through which state policing may operate in Nigeria.
“In carrying out this assignment, your deliberations must be guided by professionalism, objectivity, and a clear appreciation of the unique complexities of policing a diverse nation such as our own,” the IGP said.
He stated that if properly designed and effectively implemented, state policing holds significant potential benefits for the country.
“By bringing law enforcement closer to communities, state police institutions can deepen local knowledge of security dynamics and enable quicker and more targeted responses to emerging threats,” he added.
The committee is expected to review existing policing models within and outside Nigeria, assess community security needs and emerging risks, and propose an operational framework for the establishment and coordination of state police structures.
It will also address issues relating to recruitment, training, standards and resource allocation, as well as develop accountability and oversight mechanisms to ensure professionalism and public trust.
The panel is chaired by Olu Ogunsakin, with Bode Ojajuni as secretary. Other members are Emmanuel Ojukwu, Okebechi Agora, Suleyman Gulma, Ikechukwu Okafor and Tolulope Ipinmisho.
Disu said the committee had about four weeks to conclude its assignment and submit a comprehensive report.
The move marks one of the first major steps taken by the new police chief since his appointment and confirmation a few days ago.
The development comes amid rising security concerns across the country, with several stakeholders advocating state policing as part of measures to tackle insecurity.
President Bola Tinubu had earlier asked the National Assembly to commence the process of amending relevant laws to pave the way for the creation of state police.
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday swore in Olatunji Disu as the Inspector-General of Police (IGP).
Disu took the oath of office at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, shortly before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.
The President also administered the oath of office to six commissioners of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) and two commissioners of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC).
The ceremonies were witnessed by ministers, senior government officials and family members of the appointees.
The council meeting began shortly after the swearing-in.
In attendance were Vice President Kashim Shettima; the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu; and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs EsthMrs.Walson-Jack.
Disu was appointed acting IGP on February 25, 2026, by President Tinubu, following the resignation of former IGP Kayode Egbetokun.
His appointment was subsequently endorsed by the Nigeria Police Council (NPC).
The former Assistant Inspector-General of Police assumed office last Wednesday.
He previously served as Assistant Inspector-General in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, after his promotion to the rank last year.
A former head of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Disu has pledged to deliver accountable, modern and professional policing.
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