A Celebration of Leadership, Professional Excellence, Information Management and Institutional Recognition
CaterandMerger Consult UK proudly joins family members, friends, colleagues, associates and well-wishers in celebrating its Chief Executive Officer, Mazi Godson Azu, on his investiture as an Honorary Fellow of the Institute of Information Management (IIM), Africa and United Kingdom, in recognition of his professional contributions, leadership, institutional engagement and commitment to excellence.
The prestigious recognition formed part of the IIM United Kingdom 2026 Global Data Leadership & Excellence Conference, Investiture and Induction Dinner Gala, an evening dedicated to celebrating outstanding achievements in data and information management, governance, professional development and institutional leadership.
The occasion brought together distinguished professionals, academics, institutional leaders, community figures and other accomplished personalities to celebrate excellence and the growing importance of effective information management in contemporary governance and organisational development.
Speaking on the recognition, Mazi Godson Azu expressed profound gratitude to the Institute for the honour, describing the investiture as a significant milestone in his professional and leadership journey. He acknowledged the importance of information management, data governance and institutional knowledge as essential instruments for effective decision-making, transparency, accountability and sustainable development.
The investiture and induction ceremony was conducted by Amb. (Dr.) Oyedokun A. Oyewole, CCDOA, FIIM, ERM, RMEM, FIRMS, Global President/Chairman, Executive Council, IIM Africa, and Country Chief Data Officer Ambassador, Nigeria (MIT-CDOIQ Ambassador Programme).
He was supported by distinguished members of the Institute’s leadership and senior fellowship, including:
- Prof. Rotimi Jaiyesimi, FIIM – Outgoing Vice President, IIM UK Chapter.
- Barr. Antoinette-Rita Opeyemioluwa, FIIM – Secretary, IIM Africa, UK.
- Cllr. (Dr.) Sunny Lambe, FIIM – Former Mayor of Southwark.
- Cllr. Kola Agboola – Councillor, New Addington North, Croydon, and former Mayor of Croydon.
Other distinguished recipients recognised during the occasion included Mr. Bola Olatunji, Chartered Financial Management Consultant (UK); Toyin Solaru Balogun, Project Manager, Events Specialist, Entrepreneur and Community Leader, London; and Prof. Amb. (Dr.) Abhnash K. Bains, Founder and CEO, Ishkama Global Change CIC.
Also recognised was Hon. Dr. (Barr.) Adeola Adeleye-Fasubaa, FIIM, Director-General, Ekiti State Diaspora Relations, who received an Honorary Doctorate Award.
The ceremony was expertly anchored by Dr. Dayo Olomu, FIIM, whose presence and coordination contributed to the celebratory atmosphere of the evening.
For Mazi Godson Azu, this recognition represents more than a professional distinction. It reinforces his longstanding commitment to leadership development, international engagement, institutional capacity building, good governance and the promotion of knowledge-driven societies.
As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of CaterandMerger Consult UK, and Convener of the London Political Summit and Awards, he continues to champion strategic partnerships, international cooperation, leadership advancement and sustainable development across the United Kingdom, Europe and Africa.
CaterandMerger Consult UK congratulates its Chief Executive Officer on this prestigious recognition, wishing him continued success as he advances the values of professional excellence, ethical leadership, knowledge management and global institutional collaboration.
Congratulations, Mazi Godson Azu, on this well-deserved honour. A recognition of service, leadership and an enduring commitment to excellence.
