By Joy Akinsanya
)The Nigeria Institute of Town Planner (NITP) and Town Planners Registration Council of Nigeria, (TOPREC) on Wednesday sought for an equitable compensation for the planning professionals across all sectors.
Nathaniel Atebije, the National President of NITP, made the call at the 25th edition of the Mandatory Continuing Professional Development Programme held in Abeokuta.
Atebije explained that equitable compensation would help establish and uphold standards and value in their professional engagements.
He spoke on the theme “Building Capacity For Change Management And Compensation In Urban And Regional Planning Practice” .
Atebije said that securing an appropriate fees for services rendered speaks directly to the sustainability and growth of the profession.
He noted that the country was experiencing a significant shift in its economic and regulatory environment, urging the planners to relearn new strategies to survive these changes.
He explained that embracing new technological tools, strategies and insights will effectively navigate and foster change within the profession.
“Change management is a critical discipline in our rapidly transforming world. It demands understanding, adaptation and a proactive attitude towards emerging challenges and opportunities.
“Nigeria is going through some difficult and significant shifts in its economic, technological and regulatory environments; this should provoke or stimulate our ability to manage and lead through these changes.
“It is also intended to ensure that professionals in Nigeria are rightly compensated. The issue of securing appropriate fees for services rendered speaks directly to the sustainability and growth of our professional community.
It is essential that we establish and uphold standards that ensure fairness, transparency and value in all our professional engagements,” he said.
In his remarks, Isyaku Kura, President of TOPREC, explained that the professionals deserved salaries and benefits that reflect their expertise, responsibilities and impact.
He maintained that by building capacity for change management and advocating for fair compensation, member could empower themselves to shape a brighter future. (NAN)
NITP, TOPREC seeks equitable compensation, better pay for planning professionals
