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Dr. Roni Ajao
Dr. Roni Ajao is a distinguished international management consultant and associate professor with extensive experience in the public sector, defence, academia, and international management. She holds a Doctorate in Business Administration, an MBA, and multiple master’s degrees, reflecting her commitment to professional and academic excellence. As the founder of MRL® Public Sector Consultants Ltd, established in 2002, Dr. Ajao has led the firm in delivering tailored consultancy services to meet the specific needs of both the public sector and defence industry. Under her leadership, the MRL® brand has expanded to include international educational services and The MRL® Foundation, focusing on providing education for underprivileged children in Africa.
Internationally, Dr. Ajao has served as a Special Technical Assistant to government ministers in Nigeria under the United Nations from September 2018 – June 2020 she worked with the Senior Special Assistant to the President Federal Republic of Nigeria on Policy Development and Analysis reviewing policies in education, health, poverty alleviation and infrastructure development.
Dr. Ajao is a By-Fellow, Tutor, and Hughes Hall Race Champion at the University of Cambridge. Through her teaching, mentoring, and role as the college’s Race Equality Champion, she continues to champion diversity and inclusion across all levels. She also trains senior executives in general management, strategy, and organisational change. Drawing on her expertise in Strategy and Public Policy, she supports transformative education and health initiatives across Africa that empower underserved communities through learning and leadership. She is deeply committed to charitable efforts that advance education, reduce poverty, and improve access to healthcare.
