The AEEP was established by NILDS under Prof. Abubakar O. Sulaiman to focus on provision of sexperience-based capacity building programme for high-level policy makers across African continent and beyond. The AEEP has positioned itself in delivering its mandate while concentrating improving the capacity of various strategic sectors, institutions, agencies, organisations and individuals spread across socio-political and economic strata in Nigeria, Africa and beyond.

The Advanced Executive Education Programme is a high-impact, multidisciplinary learning experience designed for senior leaders, commissioners, directors-general, legislative committee chairpersons, local government executives, and chief executives in the public, private, and development sectors. The courses in this programme address the complex leadership, policy, and governance challenges that define today’s dynamic operating environment.

Grounded in real-world case studies, strategic thinking, and global best practices, the programme enhances participants’ ability to lead with vision, make evidence-based decisions, and implement transformative change. It integrates core competencies in public sector management, economic policy, regulatory frameworks, intergovernmental collaboration, and innovation in service delivery. Participants engage with cutting-edge tools for stakeholder engagement, institutional reform, ethical leadership, digital governance, and crisis management.

Facilitated by renowned faculty and experienced practitioners, the course promotes peer learning and networking among high-level professionals across sectors. It is particularly suited for those in positions of strategic influence who must balance political, economic, and social priorities while ensuring accountability, equity, and sustainability.

The details and course descriptions for the courses are as provided below. In addition to the listed courses, the AEEP also provide demand driven bespoke courses for organisations. These are developed to suit the specific need of the organisation or group.