Dr. Badamasi Lawal
CEO/National Coordinator, National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA)
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Bio Summary
Dr. Badamasi Lawal is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA), appointed by President Bola Tinubu and confirmed by the Nigerian Senate in July 2024. A native of Katsina State, he holds a Ph.D. in Management Science and brings decades of experience in development administration, public service delivery, and community engagement. His appointment is part of efforts to restore credibility and efficiency to Nigeria’s social protection system.
Education
- Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE): Physical and Health Education, College of Education, Kafanchan — Distinguished as best graduating student (1984)
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.): Physical and Health Education, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria — 1985–1987 period, noted as top of his class
- Master’s Degree (M.Ed.): Health Education, University of Lagos (Akoka campus), graduating with first-class honors as best student
- Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Education: Bayero University Kano, specializing in Education/Human Development fields
- Additional training in development policy and social investment delivery (source: Senate confirmation hearing coverage)
Professional Background
Dr. Badamasi Lawal has extensive experience in public administration, development policy, and social protection programming. He has worked with both government and international development partners on social investment planning, community engagement, and institutional development. Prior to his appointment as CEO of NSIPA, he served in various technical advisory capacities focused on poverty reduction and humanitarian coordination in Nigeria’s northern region.
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