About
An Agricultural Technology (AgriTech) Specialist with expertise in AI-assisted solution development for smallholder and commercial farming systems in Nigeria. Building practical digital tools that translate soil science and agronomic knowledge into simple, accessible recommendations for farmers and extension officers. An Agriculturist in crop, soil, climate and animal.
Work
National Association of Soil Science Students (NASSS)
|Vice President
Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria
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Summary
Led student initiatives and coordinated events to promote professional development among soil science students at ABU Zaria Branch.
Highlights
Directed student-led initiatives, fostering engagement among over 100 members of the National Association of Soil Science Students.
Coordinated a series of professional development events, enhancing student learning and networking opportunities within the agricultural sector.
Promoted academic and career growth, contributing to a 15% increase in student engagement with professional activities.
Collaborated with university faculty and external partners, enriching student programs and resource access.
Managed event logistics for multiple successful gatherings, ensuring smooth operations and high participant satisfaction.
Association of Muslim Students Agriculturist (AMSA)
|Da'awah Chairman
Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria
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Summary
Led Muslim student initiatives and coordinated Islamic events to promote knowledge, enlightenment, and peace within the agricultural student community.
Highlights
Spearheaded initiatives for Muslim agricultural students, fostering community and intellectual growth for over 70 members.
Organized numerous Islamic events, promoting knowledge, enlightenment, and peaceful coexistence among students.
Managed event planning and execution, ensuring smooth operations and positive participant feedback for all programs.
Facilitated discussions and activities, strengthening religious and academic understanding within the student body.
Collaborated effectively with student body and university administration to secure resources for community-building events.
Association of Muslim Student Agriculturists (AMSA), MSSN
|Da'awah Officer II
Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria
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Summary
Contributed to coordinating Islamic events and student initiatives for Muslim agricultural students, promoting knowledge and community engagement.
Highlights
Assisted in the coordination and execution of Islamic events, contributing to enhanced student engagement and knowledge dissemination.
Supported leadership in promoting enlightenment and peace, positively impacting over 50 student participants.
Contributed to logistical planning for various student initiatives, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
Collaborated effectively with team members to ensure successful program delivery and participant satisfaction.
Aided in fostering a supportive environment for Muslim agricultural students through organized activities.
KWASSA (Kwara/South-West Students Association)
|Vice President
Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria
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Summary
Led student initiatives and coordinated events to promote collaboration and unity across southwestern states.
Highlights
Orchestrated student initiatives, fostering collaboration and unity among students from southwestern states.
Coordinated multiple cross-regional events, enhancing inter-state student engagement and networking for hundreds of students.
Represented student interests, advocating for improved student welfare and academic support across a diverse student body.
Managed event budgets and resources, ensuring efficient allocation and successful execution of programs.
Developed and implemented programs that promoted cultural exchange and regional cooperation, strengthening student ties.
Education
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)
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Bachelor
Agriculture
Ansar-ud-deen Islamic High School
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Senior Secondary Certificate
General Studies
Mercy Nursery and Primary School
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Primary School Certificate
General Studies
Awards
Tutor of the Year Award
Awarded By
National Association of Agricultural Students (NAAS), ABU Zaria Branch
Recognized for outstanding contributions as a tutor, demonstrating commitment to student academic success in agriculture.
Tagrin Climate Change Ambassador
Awarded By
Tagrin Tanzagreen Initiative
Recognized for commitment to climate change advocacy and sustainable practices.
Mu'adhin 2, SBRS MSSN
Awarded By
Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (ABU)
Awarded for active participation and leadership within the Muslim Students' Society of Nigeria (MSSN) at Ahmadu Bello University.
Languages
English
Arabic
Yoruba
Certificates
Prompt Engineering
Issued By
Sololearn
Write with AI
Issued By
Sololearn
Project Planning with AI
Issued By
Sololearn
Generative AI in Practice
Issued By
Sololearn
Women's Entrepreneurship Mindset Toolkit
Issued By
Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) - Entrepreneurship Training Programme
Generative AI for MSMEs
Issued By
Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) - Entrepreneurship Training Programme
Critical Thinking in AI Era
Issued By
HP Foundation
Customer Experience (CX) for Business Success
Issued By
HP Foundation
Introductory Course to Product Management
Issued By
Fuse Learn
Project Management Essentials
Issued By
Fuse Learn
AI for Beginners
Issued By
HP Foundation
Agile Project Management
Issued By
HP Foundation
Introduction to Digital Business Skills
Issued By
HP Foundation
Transforming Dryland Forest and Agrosilvopastoral System
Issued By
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
FAO Progressive Management Pathway for Antimicrobial Resistance
Issued By
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Measures for Coping with Soil Salinity
Issued By
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
FAO Science and Innovation Strategy
Issued By
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Aquatic Foods for Nutrition
Issued By
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Vegetable Production Beginners Training
Issued By
East West Seed
Data Analytics Essential
Issued By
Cisco Academy
Climate Finance and Grant Writing
Issued By
Online Training
Climate Change and Health
Issued By
Online Training
Fundamental of Seed Production – Per-Time Trainee
Issued By
Institute of Agricultural Research (IAR)
Agribusiness Training
Issued By
Online Training
Jobber-man Soft Skills Training
Issued By
Online Training
Crop Advisory Training
Issued By
East West Seed
Agricultural Machinery Safeguarding Trainee
Issued By
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA)
Seasonal Agricultural Workers Health & Safety Orientation
Issued By
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA)
Agripreneurship 101
Issued By
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Poultry Farming Trainee
Issued By
I.B Smart Farms
Organic Poultry and Livestock Farming Trainee
Issued By
Unity Farm
Poultry Farming Production Trainee
Issued By
Skil-arms Agric-Consult
Poultry Farming Production Trainee
Issued By
Online Training
Skills
Sustainable Agriculture
Organic livestock production, Vegetable production, Dryland forest transformation, Agrosilvopastoral systems, Crop advisory, Seed production.
Data & AI Proficiency
Data analysis (Excel, Python, SPSS), Generative AI, Prompt engineering, AI for beginners, Critical thinking in AI.
Project & Product Management
Agile project management, Project planning, Product management essentials.
Agribusiness & Marketing
Agribusiness, Product marketing, Agripreneurship, Digital business skills, Customer experience.
Grant Writing & Finance
Grant writing, Climate finance, Women's entrepreneurship mindset.
Leadership & Communication
Team coordination, Leadership, Coaching, Task monitoring, Interpersonal skills, Communication skills, Event coordination, Stakeholder engagement.
Health & Safety
Agricultural machinery safeguarding, Seasonal agricultural workers health & safety, Climate change and health, Health program management.
Prompt Engineering
References
Hassan Bolanle Lateefat (PhD)
Plant Pathologist / Tissue Culture Specialist - Senior Research Fellow, Institute of Agricultural Research, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, haslat2000@yahoo.com, +2347034707849
Muhammad Yakubu Abdullahi (PhD)
Soil Scientist / Agronomist, Indorama Eleme Fertilizers and Chemical Limited, yabdullahi1@gmail.com, +2348030800984
Haratu Dauda (PhD)
Agronomist – Senior Researcher, Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR), Zaria, khairatdaud@yahoo.com, +2348036143598