Global Engagements

Dr. Jaiyeola continues to play influential roles in international accountancy and governance. He is a longstanding member of the Professional Accountancy Organizations Development & Advisory Group (PAODAG) and serves on the Projects Oversight Committee of PAFA, where he actively supports digital transformation and capacity-building across professional bodies.

Academic and Professional Excellence

In recognition of his pioneering contributions to technology and the profession, Dr. Jaiyeola was awarded a Doctor of Information Technology (Honoris Causa) by the British American University, Florida, USA.

He holds a strong academic foundation in Chemistry and is an ICAN prize winner in Auditing and Professional Final examinations. His professional career began with Coopers & Lybrand, where he was rigorously trained in audit and advisory.

Professional Affiliations

He is a respected member of leading global and local professional associations:

• – Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)

• – Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria (ISPON)

• – Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)

He also holds the CRISC certification and chairs the ISPON Charter Realization Committee.

Career Highlights

Dr. Jaiyeola’s career spans public service, industry, and professional practice:

– Public Service: Food and Drugs Administration (now NAFDAC).

– Industry: Held senior roles at A.C. Christlieb and Ayor Ltd.

– Professional Practice: Razak Jaiyeola & Co. (Audit, Tax, Insolvency), A.J. Silicon (IT Consulting & Training), Sapphire Finance Ltd, and Neat Cars Ltd.

– Tax Consulting: Messer Olusola Adekanola & Co. and Consolidated Management Consultants.

Consulting & Global Projects

He has led and delivered major projects funded by the World Bank and IFAC, including:

– Computerized financial consulting for Ogun and Niger States Water Agencies.

– Financial management systems for the Nigerian Community Development and Universal Basic Education projects.

– Computerization of WAEC’s accounting, HR, and audit systems.

– Nationwide financial and economic assessments under River Basin Development Authorities.

– Training of the Lagos State Auditor General’s Office in Information Systems Audit.

Leadership & Governance

Beyond his professional practice, Dr. Jaiyeola contributes to national development through board and committee service. He has served on the Local Content Consultative Committee of NERC, the NEPAD Business Group Nigeria, and is a member of the Offa Economic Development Committee. He also sits on the boards of One Innovation Hub, Offa and the MKO Abiola Gardens Residents Association.

Expertise at a Glance

– Auditing, Taxation, Insolvency & Secretarial Practice

– Information Technology Consulting & Training

– Financial Systems Design & Advisory

– Corporate Governance & Strategic Leadership

Personal Life

Dr. Jaiyeola is married and blessed with children who are themselves accomplished professionals, including four Chartered Accountants and four Certified Information Systems Auditors (CISAs).