Bala Aliyu
About Bala Aliyu
Bala Aliyu is the General Manager of Nigeria Human Resources at ExxonMobil and the Chairman of the Education Committee at the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria.
Current Role at ExxonMobil
Bala Aliyu is the current General Manager of Nigeria Human Resources at ExxonMobil since 2019. His extensive role involves overseeing HR functions with a special focus on Nigeria. His responsibilities include managing labor relations and overseeing various human resource projects. This position underscores his deep expertise and significant experience in the HR domain, particularly within the oil and gas sector.
Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria
Since 2018, Bala Aliyu has served as the Chairman of the Education Committee at the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria. In this role, he oversees the institute's educational initiatives, focusing on enhancing HR practices and standards in Nigeria. His contributions aim to drive forward the professional development of HR practitioners in the country.
Previous Roles at ExxonMobil
Before his current position, Bala Aliyu held several key roles at ExxonMobil from 2002 to 2017. These roles include Employee Relations Supervisor in the UK, Manager of Field HR in Nigeria, and Human Resources Project Advisor in Qatar. His diverse experience across different countries and capacities highlights his versatility and proficiency in managing complex HR functions globally.
Educational Background
Bala Aliyu has a robust educational background. He studied Accounting at Ahmadu Bello University from 2002 to 2008. He also holds a Doctor of Business Administration from the University of Liverpool, obtained between 1970 and 2015. Additionally, he completed a Master of Business Administration from the University of Liverpool in 2009. His educational journey also includes qualifications from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria.