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“ Opportunities and Challenges in engaging with the Diaspora skills ”. Presentation delivered by Victor Banjo, Chartered FCIPD Chief Human Resources & Services Officer Virgin Nigeria Airways. Is Perception always Reality?.
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“Opportunities and Challenges in engaging with the Diaspora skills” Presentation delivered by Victor Banjo,Chartered FCIPD Chief Human Resources & Services Officer Virgin Nigeria Airways
“Things are improving here.Only 30 people have beenshot this year.” “Finding a house was arduous for me…for my wife it was a question of viewing and crying.”
Challenges • Prior experience/memories of Africa • Receptivity to views from Africans living and working in Africa • Misrepresentation of the African continent • Expectations
Opportunities • Strong African heritage • Patriotism and commitment? • Rapid growth and personal fulfilment • Highly skilled human capital for African renaissance
What should an African Renaissance deliver? Stable political environment Good governance Focused Leadership Security Improved Infrastructure
Africa needs the Diaspora to… • Show confidence in its future • Take pride in your African heritage and roots • Breathe new energy, freshness of life and prosperity into it • If you don’t do it…who will?