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NSITF Boss, Faleye, Others Celebrate Dayo Alao as he Bags Honorary Doctorate Degree.

By Afolabi Oyekunle.






Managing Director and Chief Executive of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Barrister Oluwaseun Mayomi Faleye has celebrated his Technical Adviser, Dayo Alao who was confered with an honorary doctorate degree by Crown University, Delaware, USA.

In his written congratulatory message, Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye congratulated Dr. Àlàó on behalf of the NSITF.

On behalf of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, I warmly congratulate you on being confered the Honorary Doctorate of  Public Policy and Administration (D. P. A.) by Crown University, USA." Barrister Faleye wrote.

"The distinguished honour is a well-deserved recognition of your vast expertise, dedication, and outstanding contributions to economic policy analysis, financial policy management, infrastructure development, and organizational leadership. Your international experience coupled with your commitment to capacity building and national development, continues to inspire us all. "

As the Technical Adviser to the ḾD/CE of NSITF, your role in shaping the strategic direction of the Fund is vital, and your achievements reinforce the value you bring to our organization, he emphasized.

The award ceremony was held at the University of Lagos last Saturday alongside the induction of new members and fellows of the Centre for Public Service Productivity and Development on the sides of the Lagos Leadership Summit.

Dr Dayo Alao, a seasoned administrator, development, and policy expert, holds a first degree in Economics from the University of Ibadan. 

He obtained his Master of Science in Economic Policy Studies from Trinity College Dublin, with a focus on policy analysis evaluation, competition, and regulation.

Additionally, he earned a certificate in Public Financial Management from Harvard Kennedy Business School.

Currently, Dr. Alao  is a General Manager and Technical Adviser to the MD/CENSITF.

            At the conferment 

An accomplished consultant and project manager, Dr. Alao has worked with top
global consulting firms such as Accenture UK/Ireland, Ernst & Young (EY) Ireland,
and Adam Smith International UK.

 His international experience spans 27 countries in various nations, providing advisory services to governments on
economic policy, infrastructure development, monitoring, evaluation, and public financial management.

 Notable projects include his role as EY Integration Programme Manager for Microsoft where he supported the integration of Nokia after it’s acquisition by Microsoft.

 He was also Senior Project Manager on the award-winning FCDO Programme, the Nigerian Infrastructure Advisory Facility
(NIAF2).

Dr. Dayo also contributed to the development of several of Nigeria's annual federal budgets, the Kaduna State Infrastructure Master Plan, the Nigerian Economic Recovery and Growth Plan, and the National Development Plan 2021-2025.

 His works also extend to various development projects funded by the FCDO, the World
Bank, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

In the same vein, Barrister Samaila Abdul, the Executive Director Administration and Mr Olufemi Ayodele, Executive Director Finance and Investment of NSITF have congratulated the honoree. 

Barrister Samaila Abdul penned, "This honour indeed is a recognition of your impactful service, unwavering dedication and steadfast commitment to excellence" as he wished Dr Dayo Alao "continued success, fulfilment, and ever expanding wisdom."

Mr Ayodele on his part wrote "This prestigious recognition is a reflection of your exemplary leadership and extensive expertise."

" Your dedication and impactful work, both locally and internationally, has continued to inspire us at NSITF." The ED Finance added saying the Fund was proud to have the honoree in its team.

Mrs Linda Alao, wife of Dr Dayo Alao and their sons Mark and David also have glowing words for the honoree.

"We are proud of you and delighted to celebrate this incredible milestone together. Your conferement of the Honorary Doctor of Public Policy and Administration (D.P.A.) is a testament to your dedication, expertise and unwavering commitment to making a difference." The family said.

The Alao family further eulogized him for passion for Nigeria, hard work,  integrity, and leadership while expressing bbtheir gratitude for good examples he always set for the family.

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