The alumni group of Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife based in the UK, Europe, Asia and Middle East celebrates its regional coordinator Dr (Alhaji) Kazeem Olayimika Salaam (popularly called Salaam K O by all) as he celebrates another year of remarkable life.
In the statement released by the group signed by the global welfare officer and his regional counterpart, the group reiterated Dr Salaam’s exceptional contributions to the association and Nigeria community both home and abroad. Dr Salaam K O dedication to philanthropy and leadership has touched countless lives, inspiring hope and positive change wherever he finds himself.
In the conceptualization of leadership by the former Prime Minister of Philippines, Gloria Aroyo, ” The litmus test of a good leader is ability to be at the fore-front leading, at the middle inspiring and at the back defending the superior interests of his followers”.
Your unwavering commitment to making the world a better place serves as a guiding light for us all.
Through your tireless efforts, you’ve shown us the true meaning of accountability and transparency, compassion, generosity, and selflessness. We sincerely hope to see you reshaping our fatherland’s politics with your wisdom, exemplary leadership style and impeccable character.
Dr Salaam is not just a financial expert of global repute, he is a visionary leader with a passion for driving positive change in the society. He possesses the foresight to anticipate emerging trends, identify opportunities for innovation, and develop strategic initiatives that has been beneficial to the association and our dear country as a whole.
Additionally, he believes in using his expertise to address socio-economic challenges, promote ethical governance, and advocate for policies that foster economic growth and prosperity for all. He has exhibited high degree of patriotism as an indigene of Kwara and citizen of Nigeria in diaspora, representing his lovely State and country well. Dr. Kazeem Olayimika Salaam has always expressed his conviction about good governance and quality leadership.
With a BSc. Accounting from the prestigious Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife; MBA – Financial Services (London), and a PhD in Finance. His professional certifications include FCCA, FFA, FIMC, FHEA to mention a few. Dr Kazeem Olayimika Salaam is indeed a dynamic thought leader of Kwara extraction. No doubt, Kwara and Nigeria at large is in dire need of this cerebral and enigmatic personality of impeccable character and pedigree.
Based currently in the United Kingdom, he is originally from Omu-Aran, the headquarter of Irepodun local government area of Kwara State. He is currently the Secretary General of the Kwara State Association in the UK (KWASANG), and an Advisory Board member of the Central Association of Nigerians in the UK (CANUK).
As he celebrates his birthday on Monday, 13th May, 2024, May Allah continue to increase his wisdom and knowledge in sound health and functional mind.