Dr. Afolabi Olamide Ajayi

Dr. Afolabi Olamide Ajayi

F.CIoD, FCIPM, FNIM, CMD Certified Trainer.
Strategic governance, ICT-driven policy innovation, and human capital transformation

Background

Dr. Afolabi Ajayi is a distinguished Management Consultant and Board-Level Strategistwith nearly four decades of cross-sector leadership in ICT, human resources, and public sector innovation. A trusted advisor to federal institutions and corporate boards, he blends technical acumen with transformative governance to drive organizational excellence.

Currently serving as Non-Executive Director at Strengths Africa Limited (2025–Present), Dr. Ajayi previously held pivotal roles such as Director of ICT at the Federal Ministry of Works (2024) and the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (2018–2024), where he spearheaded nationwide digitalization initiatives, including the launch of Nigeria’s multilingual federal portal. His tenure at the Federal Civil Service Commission (2013–2018) saw the implementation of automated HR systems that revolutionized recruitment, performance management, and record-keeping across 15 state commissions.

A seasoned HR Architect, he pioneered human resources frameworks for leading firms like Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc, Airtel Cards Limited, and Radial Circle Telecoms, fostering industrial harmony and operational efficiency in high-growth sectors.

Academically, Dr. Ajayi holds a Doctorate in Business Administration (Honoris Causa) from Western Ville University, USA, alongside an MBA, PGD in Finance, and BA in History. He is a Fellow of Nigeria’s foremost professional institutes (CIoD, CIPM, NIM) and a faculty member for institutions like the University of Ibadan and Regenesys Business School.

A visionary in strategic change, Dr. Ajayi has crafted transformative policies for critical federal initiatives like the Treasury Single Account (TSA) and Government Integrated Financial Management Information System (GIFMIS), while mediating complex industrial disputes through leadership roles at the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management and Ikoyi Club 1938.

Dr. Ajayi’s multilingual abilities, encompassing English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo, facilitate his effectiveness in bridging cultural and institutional divides.

Expertise

Corporate Governance & Strategic Leadership
ICT Policy Development & Digital Transformation
Human Capital Management & Organizational Change
Employee Retention & Diversity Management
Compensation Strategy & Industrial Relations

Academic Profile

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Honoris Causa (2021)
Western Ville University, San Diego, California, USA
Master of Business Administration (MBA) (2000)
Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Finance (1998)
Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History (1987)
Ondo State University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria

Academic & Professional Appointments

Faculty Member

University of Ibadan/Centre for Management Development (PGDM Program)
Regenesys Business School
Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM)
Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM-Chartered)
Financial Institute Training Centre (FITC)
Phillips Consulting Limited (Leadership & Strategy Programs)

Certified Trainer

Centre for Management Development (CMD), Nigeria (2010–Date)
Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals (NISP/HSE Levels 2 & 3)

Key Professional Experience

Non-Executive Director (March 2025–Date)
Strengths Africa Limited | Lagos, Nigeria

Governance, strategic advisory, and compliance oversight for corporate operations.

Director, Information & Communication Technology (ICT) (Jan 2024–Oct 2024)
Federal Ministry of Works, Abuja, Nigeria

Spearheaded digital transformation, ICT infrastructure development, and workflow automation.
Launched multilingual ministry portal with 9 language translations.

Director, ICT (Dec 2018–Jan 2024)
Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF), Abuja, Nigeria

Led ICT policy development, database management (GIFMIS/IPPIS), and staff training.
Managed strategic committees: IPPIS, GIFMIS, and Federal Revenue Growth Initiative.

Deputy Director, ICT (Jan 2013–Dec 2018)
Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Abuja, Nigeria

Implemented automated HR systems for recruitment, promotion, and performance management.
Coordinated Service-Wide ICT integration across 15 state commissions.

Assistant General Manager/Group HR & Admin (Aug 2008–Nov 2012)
Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc | Lagos, Nigeria

Oversaw HR operations for 3,000+ employees, including talent management and industrial relations.

Leadership & Committee Roles

Member, Industrial Relations Sub-Committee: Ikoyi Club 1938 (2017–Date)
Member, Mediation & Conflict Resolution Committee: CIPM Nigeria (2012–2017)
Member, Directors’ Development Committee: Institute of Directors Nigeria (2007–2009)
Federal Civil Service Committees:
- Recruitment, Promotion, Discipline & Appeal Committees (FCSC)
- Treasury Single Account (TSA) Review Committee
- Strategic Revenue & Growth Initiative (OAGF)

Professional Certifications & Fellowships

Fellow, Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) Nigeria | A01354 (2004)
Fellow, Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) Nigeria | IPM/1/300142 (2003)
Fellow, Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM) | 42910 (2001)
Certified Trainer, Centre for Management Development (CMD), Nigeria (2010)

Awards & Recognitions

Commendation Award for Dedication to Service (2019)
Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Nigeria

Selected Publications & Training

Facilitated workshops on HR strategy, leadership, and ICT integration for federal institutions.
Authored policy documents on automated performance management systems (FCSC & OAGF).

Professional Affiliations

Fellow, Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD)
Fellow, Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM)
Fellow, Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM)
Member, Financial Reporting Council (FRC) Nigeria