A well-read illustrious son of the great Benin Kingdom, Ambassador High Chief Irivboje Ojeikere Ajayi, AMBP-UN, DR, JP, KSM, PHF, FCA, FCTI, BSc, MBA, DFA, DPA, D. FAIMFIN, FIMS, FIMC, CMC, ChMC, FCALM, FICA, FMIMPS, DFTABC, DFAI, CPA, IFRS Expert, FRC, EMCC, FBDI, WPPA-UN, GPMA has distinguished himself in the realm of literary arts by reaching the zenith through extensive reading and obtaining numerous certificates and accolades both within and beyond the borders of Nigeria.
The amiable Dr. Irivboje, who hails from Edo State, is a prominent Chartered Accountant, Tax Practitioner, Knight of Saint Mulumba (KSM), Justice of the Peace (JP), Community Leader, and United Nations Ambassador for Peace (AMBP-UN), in addition to being a double High Chief.
He is also acknowledged as a World Professional Peace Advocate (WPPA-UN) and has been honored with the United Nations Global Peace and Humanitarian Merit Award (GPMA).
Currently, Dr. Irivboje Ajayi Ojeikere holds the positions of Senior Partner, Head of Tax Unit, Board Member, and Board Secretary at Grant Thornton Nigeria.
He is a fellow of both The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN).
Dr. Irivboje possesses a B.Sc. in Accounting and an MBA from the University of Benin, as well as three honorary doctorate degrees in Public Administration, Business Administration, and Finance Administration.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dr. Irivboje Ajayi Ojeikere demonstrates a profound dedication to community service and humanitarian efforts.
He holds the position of President of the Rotary Club of Akute, District 9112, and serves as a patron for various clubs and associations.
Dr. Ojeikere has received numerous fellowships and accolades from esteemed management, consulting, and leadership institutions.
He began his education at Owuno Primary School, where he achieved three notable roles: Senior Prefect, Labour Prefect, and Mail Prefect. This remarkable record remains unbroken to this day.
After completing his primary education, he progressed to Uokha Grammar School, where he again assumed the role of class prefect from class one to class four, ultimately becoming the game prefect in his final year.
He is the Chairman of the Oboaregbefe Social Club, a member of the Owan Aigbazio Social Club, and an active participant and former Financial Secretary of the Apex Club of Nigeria.
Dr. Irivboje Ajayi Ojeikere is happily married to Mrs. Blessing Omokungbor Ivbade Ajayi-Irivboje (née Gabriel), and they are blessed with wonderful children.
