Magaji Shehu
KATAMPE ESTATE/ABUJA
Summary
Spectrum Monitoring Engineer with over 14 years of experience at NCC. Specialist in spectrum monitoring, interference resolution, spectrum occupancy/utilization measurements, and ensuring compliance with license conditions. Experienced in supervising laboratory operations, training junior engineers, and coordinating monitoring and interference-hunting exercises. Strong background in digital transformation, data-driven regulation, and cross-agency collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Spectrum Monitoring Engineer; Supervisor, Spectrum Laboratory
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)
Abuja
06.2011 - Current
- Supervise Spectrum Laboratory operations and field monitoring teams.
- Led proactive spectrum monitoring exercises in Abuja and other regions.
- Coordinated interference hunting missions and authored technical briefs for management.
- Trained zonal engineers on spectrum monitoring tools and techniques.
- Contributed to Spectrum Monitoring System Upgrade Project (2012–2014) and Gap Assessment.
- Member of NCC-REA Committee (Data & Geospatial Mapping), overlaying mini-grids and BTS.
- Input into design of National Spectrum Monitoring Center (NSMC) and Lab Information Management System (LIMS).
- Applied crowdsourced data, KPIs, GIS, and dashboards to support regulatory decisions.
Education
MSc - Engineering Management
University of Hull
UK02-2024
BEng - Electrical Engineering
Bayero University Kano
Kano05-2007
Skills
- Interference resolution and spectrum monitoring
- Compliance with regulations and licenses
- Training and team leadership
- KPI-driven data analytics
- GIS mapping and geospatial insights
- Lab management and project coordination
- Engagement with international regulators
- Analysis of interference issues
Role
Spectrum Monitoring Engineer; Supervisor, Spectrum Laboratory
Organisation
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)
Certifications Training
- ITU Academy – Spectrum Management Training Programme (SMTP)
- FCC & USTTI – Radio Interference Monitoring and Measurement
- LS telcom – Airborne Monitoring Unit Training
- EASA – Certified Drone Pilot (UAS A1, A2, A3)
International Regional Engagement
- ITU World Radiocommunication Conferences, 2019, 2023
- ITU Study Group 5, 2016, present
- ECOWAS and African Telecommunications Union (ATU) Agenda Item 4 Coordinator for WRC-27
Timeline
Spectrum Monitoring Engineer; Supervisor, Spectrum Laboratory
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)
06.2011 - Current
MSc - Engineering Management
University of Hull
BEng - Electrical Engineering
Bayero University Kano
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