Dare Ajiboye

About Dare Ajiboye

# Dare Ajiboye: The Man Who Dedicated 26 Years to Nigeria's Bible Cause

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo called him the epitome of excellence. Dare Ajiboye, as General Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Bible Society of Nigeria, became one of the country's most respected voices on biblical literacy and Christian education.

Ajiboye spent 26 years of his adult life steering the Bible Society of Nigeria toward greater impact. His tenure at the helm shaped how millions of Nigerians accessed and engaged with scripture. The work was demanding, purposeful, and consumed the better part of his professional life.

On June 30, 2021, Ajiboye stepped down from his position after reaching the mandatory retirement age of 55. The Bible Society of Nigeria organised a sendoff party in Lagos to honour his departure. Obasanjo, who served as father of the day, spoke glowingly of Ajiboye's passion and commitment to the Bible cause.

Beyond Nigeria's borders, Ajiboye's influence rippled across Sub-Saharan Africa. Mike Perreau, the Director-General of United Bible Societies—the global fellowship of Bible Societies—praised him for his enviable leadership across the region. His work elevated the organisation's profile on the continental stage.

As an author, Ajiboye contributed to Nigeria's literary landscape through his written works. His books reflected his deep engagement with biblical themes and Christian thought. These publications reached readers seeking deeper spiritual understanding.

Ajiboye's career demonstrates quiet persistence in service. He did not chase headlines or celebrity status. Instead, he chose to work steadily within an institution devoted to spreading biblical knowledge across Nigeria.

His retirement marked the end of an era at the Bible Society of Nigeria. The organisation he led for years became a stronger institution under his stewardship. Few leaders in Nigeria's nonprofit sector can claim such sustained impact over a quarter-century.

Today, Ajiboye's legacy remains embedded in the Bible Society of Nigeria's programmes and reach. His name stands alongside those who shaped Nigeria's religious and educational institutions.