We are pleased to announce that Mr Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, chairman of the Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) has joined the International Advisory Board of the Blavatnik School of Government.
Ngaire Woods, Dean of the Blavatnik School of Government, said: “Mr Aig-Imoukhuede’s commitment to outstanding public service is an inspiration to all of us. His Initiative has successfully raised aspirations across Nigeria and Ghana among brilliant future leaders to study public policy. We look forward to having his expertise on the Board to help us drive the School’s mission to improve government around the world and deepen our impact.”
The role of the International Advisory Board is to advise on the overall strategy of the School and provide strategic advice to the Dean and senior management. The IAB assists the School in building productive relationships with governments, the private sector, and non-governmental organisations around the world. Members of the Board include the chairman, Lord Browne of Madingley, former United States President Bill Clinton and Eric Schmidt, Executive Chairman of Google.
Mr Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede said: “It is indeed an honour to be invited to serve on the International Advisory Board of the Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford. In education and in the fields of governance, public policy and leadership, the Blavatnik School has clearly differentiated itself as a centre of excellence. In seeking the right synergies for Africa Initiative for Governance towards the achievement of our vision of being a catalyst for public sector transformation across Africa, the Blavatnik School of Government stood out as a worthy partner. It is with a deep sense of responsibility and commitment that I accept the invitation to join the Board, and to work alongside its very distinguished membership towards contributing to the overall impact of the School and, ultimately, achieving our shared vision of improving nations through outstanding public service.”
The Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) works with governments, academic institutions and other partners to improve governance and transform public sector performance. AIG and the Blavatnik School have established the AIG Partnership to provide fellowships and scholarships to support outstanding West African candidates and practitioners.
