The apex regulatory body of Human Resources practice in Nigeria, the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) has honoured leading telecommunications services provider, Airtel Nigeria with the Best Human Resources Practices Award within the Telecommunications sector.

The prestigious award came on the heels of a comprehensive, independent audit conducted by CIPM among major GSM operators in the country.

The award was presented to an Airtel Team, comprising Human Resources Director, Jubril Saba; Head: Shared Services, Tunde Oginni and Head: HR Operations & Analysis, Otu Umoren at the opening of the on-going 44th annual conference of CIPM, yesterday, at the International Conference Centre in Abuja.

Speaking on the award, the company’s Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Rajan Swaroop dedicated the award to staff of the company, saying the recognition is an eloquent testimony of the dedication and good work of employees of the organization.

“As an employer of choice in Nigeria, our highly motivated employees are always happy to follow best practices in delighting both internal and external stakeholders.  We desire to be the most loved brand in the daily lives of Nigerians and we will continue to push ourselves very hard in actualizing this optimistic vision,” he said.

CIPM was established in 1968 to regulate the Practice of Human Resource Management in Nigeria and promote excellence in the Acquisition and Application of Knowledge and Skills by Practitioners, thereby contributing to sustainable National Development.