Abubakar Ibrahim
Dutsinma/ Dutsinma Local Governemnt Area,Katsina State
Summary
Experienced manager with a focus on team building, leadership, and customer relations. Demonstrated ability to enhance employee engagement through training and morale-building initiatives. Skilled in independent decision-making and applying sound judgment to improve organisational outcomes. Proficient in relationship-building and strategic planning to boost performance. Seasoned leader with focus on strategic planning and organisational growth. Drive performance through innovative solutions and collaborative leadership. Skilled in fostering stakeholder relationships and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Executive director Finance
Federal Government of Nigeria
Sokoto, Sokoto State
2025.03 - Current
- Developed strategic financial plans to align with organisational goals.
- Oversaw budget preparation and managed financial forecasting processes effectively.
- Implemented robust financial controls to enhance compliance and mitigate risks.
- Led cross-functional teams to optimise operations and improve financial efficiency.
Mandate SecretaryOAgriculture & Rural Development
Federal Capital Territory Administration
No. 1 Kapital Road, Area 11, FCT
2021.11 - 2023.05
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders and government agencies, promoting alignment on objectives.
- Coordinated events and meetings that supported informed decision-making processes.
- Ensured compliance by drafting precise reports and maintaining comprehensive documentation.
- Contributed to agricultural policy development and implementation for sector advancement.
- Oversaw rural area development projects linked to federal capital city.
S.A on Special Duties to the Minister of State
Federal Capital Territory Administration
No. Kapital Road, Area 11, FCTA
2019.01 - 2021.11
- Coordinated multiple special projects to align with strategic objectives and timelines.
- Developed comprehensive reports and presentations to aid senior leadership decision-making.
- Conducted research and analysis on policy issues, offering insights for programme enhancements.
- Managed correspondence and communications to facilitate effective stakeholder engagement.
Education
Master of Science - International Relations And Diplomacy
Baze University
FCT, ABUJA 11/2023 - 11/2024
MBA - Agribusiness Management
Rome Business School
Abuja, FCT 09/2023 - 12/2025
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Abuja
Abuja, FCT 04/2015 - 12/2020
GCSEs - Social Sciences
Comorehensive College
Gwazunu, Suleja12.2018
Skills
- Expertise in budgeting
- Mentorship in leadership
- Understanding audit processes
- Development of business opportunities
- Management of finances
- Leadership engagement style
- Negotiating with stakeholders
- Evaluating staff performance
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Reading about the world politics
- Farming and exploring about anything new
Accomplishments
- January, 2020. Chairman Committee on Enhancing Revenue Generation on Agricultural Facilities in FCT
- January, 2020. Chairman Technical Committee on ACRESAL Project, FCT
- January, 2020. Chairman Inter agency Technical Committees on SAPZ, FCT
- March, 2020 Chairman North Central Zone Committee of Commissioners of Agriculture
- September, 2020. Chairman, Ministerial Committee on Sales of Fertiliser, Pesticides and Agrochemicals
Certification
1. Certificate on Capacity Building for Special Advisers and Technical Assistants of the Ministers of the Federal Republic of Nigeria ( 19th July / 12th August, 2020), Abuja.
2. Certification Towards a Sustainable Development for Local Governments in Post Pandemic Nigeria Lessons from the United Kingdom( 13th to 18th October, 2021).
Custom
I am an administrator and a team player with a highly diversified knowledge base in strategic management.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive director Finance
Federal Government of Nigeria
2025.03 - Current
Mandate SecretaryOAgriculture & Rural Development
Federal Capital Territory Administration
2021.11 - 2023.05
S.A on Special Duties to the Minister of State
Federal Capital Territory Administration
2019.01 - 2021.11
Master of Science - International Relations And Diplomacy
Baze University
11/2023 - 11/2024
MBA - Agribusiness Management
Rome Business School
09/2023 - 12/2025
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Abuja
04/2015 - 12/2020
GCSEs - Social Sciences
Comorehensive College