The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has announced the appointment of Dr Tayo Aduloju as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from 1st January 2024.
Dr Aduloju, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Senior Fellow for Economic Policy, Strategy, and Competitiveness, will succeed Mr. ‘Laoye Jaiyeola upon the completion of his two-term tenure.
According to NESG, under Mr. Jaiyeola’s leadership, the Group has made significant progress by leveraging technology and data to promote inclusive and sustainable growth in Nigeria’s economy, while upholding the core principles of a free-market economy, the rule of law, and governance in the national interest.
Mr Niyi Yusuf, Chairman of the Board of Directors, expressed heartfelt gratitude to Mr Jaiyeola for his dedicated service and impact.
NESG described Dr Aduloju, the incoming CEO, as a distinguished scholar-practitioner, economist, policy entrepreneur, and strategist. He has made substantial contributions to various reform initiatives across sectors such as aviation, agriculture, finance, governance, maritime, and public service.
Dr Aduloju’s experience includes advising former Presidents Yar’Adua and Obasanjo, as well as spearheading the NESG’s national public-private leadership forums and promoting sustainable development.
“Dr Tayo Aduloju, with an illustrious academic background as an alumnus of the Federal University of Technology, Akure, the University of Oxford, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, possesses the ideal qualifications to lead NESG in its upcoming phase.
“Importantly, Dr Aduloju has received several distinguished accolades, including the Walden University 2022 Citizens Award for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Economic Policy and Public Administration.
“Dr Aduloju is also a graduate and alumnus of the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, in addition to holding an Executive Certificate in Economic Development from Harvard Kennedy School.
“He is a fellow of esteemed professional institutions, including The Chief of Staff Association, the Institute of Strategic Management in Nigeria, and the Institute of Management Consultants in the United States,” the statement noted.
Established in 1996, NESG is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to advancing economic reform in Nigeria. Through its research, programs, and engagement, NESG has become the leading platform for public-private dialogue, fostering collaboration among the government, private sector, and stakeholders.
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