The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has announced the appointment of Dr Tayo Aduloju as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), with effect from January 1, 2024.

Aduloju, who currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Senior Fellow for Economic Policy, Strategy, and Competitiveness at the group, will succeed the incumbent CEO, Mr Laoye Jaiyeola, upon the completion of his two-term tenure.

According to a statement by the NESG, under Jaiyeola’s leadership, NESG has taken a quantum leap, utilising technology and data to promote the inclusive and sustainable growth of Nigeria’s economy.

It said that the group also upheld its core principles of a free-market economy, the rule of law, and governance in the national interest.

“The Chairman, Board of Directors, NESG, Mr Niyi Yusuf, expresses heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Jaiyeola for his dedicated service and impact.

“As the incoming CEO, Dr Tayo Aduloju brings exceptional vision and expertise to NESG.

“A distinguished scholar-practitioner, economist, policy entrepreneur, and strategist, he has contributed significantly to various reform initiatives, spanning aviation, agriculture, finance, governance, maritime and public service sectors.

“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,” it said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the NESG was established in 1996 as a non-profit, non-partisan organisation dedicated to advancing economic reform in Nigeria.

Through its research, programmes, and engagement, NESG has become the leading platform for public-private dialogue, fostering collaboration among the government, private sector, and stakeholders.