Ngozi Juliet Olejeme is a Nigerian entrepreneur, politician, and administrator recognized for her leadership roles in Nigerian social insurance and empowerment programs. She is notably remembered for chairing the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) and the Subsidy Reinvestment and Empowerment Program (SURE-P).
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Dr. Ngozi Juliet Olejeme |
| Date of Birth | Not publicly known |
| Place of Birth | Delta State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Delta State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Entrepreneur, Politician, Administrator |
Early Life and Education
Hailing from Delta State, Nigeria, Olejeme enhanced her education through executive programs at prestigious institutions including Harvard Business School, the University of Cambridge, and Wharton Business School. She also holds an honorary doctorate in Public Policy.
Career
Ngozi Olejeme was appointed Chairman of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund in 2009, where she facilitated the passage and implementation of the Employees’ Compensation Act and developed the necessary infrastructure for its execution.
She also chaired Trustfund Pensions Plc and convened the SURE-P sub-committee on public works. Additionally, she served as the Financial Secretary for the Goodluck Jonathan campaign in the 2015 elections.
Her business ventures include leadership roles in various companies spanning construction, mining, and energy sectors.
Personal Life
Details about her partner and children remain private.
Controversies
Ngozi Olejeme has faced legal challenges related to allegations of the misappropriation of billions of naira during her tenure at NSITF. This has led to ongoing investigations and court cases, accompanied by asset seizures and freezing of bank accounts.
Awards and Recognitions
She has received an honorary doctorate and multiple accolades for her leadership and philanthropic initiatives, including awards for entrepreneurship and social welfare contributions.
She is recognized as a fellow by various professional institutes and has been honored for her empowerment work with disadvantaged groups.
