Dora Akunyili at NAFDAC The Challenges of Changing a Government Agency
Case Study Summary
This case chronicles Prof. Dora Akunyilis transformative leadership at Nigerias National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control NAFDAC. It recounts her decisive actions to combat corruption and bureaucracy within the agency. Under her leadership, NAFDAC evolved from stagnation to becoming a celebrated government institution, earning numerous awards and accolades. As her tenure as Director General DG nears its end, Dora is concerned about the sustainability of these reforms, mindful of the political nature of the DG position and the potential impact of future leadership on the agencys progress. The case highlights effective strategies in public sector change management, emphasizing Doras success in garnering broad stakeholder support, including from the general public.Author(s)
Prof. Pat Utomi - putomi@lbs.edu.ng
