Muhammad Tahir Hassan
Gombe,Nigeria
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in Corporate Governance & Board Affairs, Development Finance Advisory & Agricultural Credit, and Compliance Monitoring & Reporting. Skilled in Strategic Communication, Media Production, and Conflict Resolution, with ability in Financial Data Analysis.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Appraisal Manager, Development Finance Advisory Office
Central Bank of Nigeria
Abuja & Gombe
2023.04 - 2026.05
- Sensitization of Participating Financial Institutions (PFIs): We sensitize PFIs on the importance of aligning with the Agricultural Credit Guarantee Scheme Fund (ACGSF) programme, collaborating with them to engage farmers on the benefits of the scheme and its impact on both farmers and the national economy.
- NYSC sensitization: We conduct awareness sessions for members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), focusing on the development initiatives of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
- Interest Drawback Programme (IDP): We prepare IDP claims submitted by PFIs and ensure prompt processing and payment to support financial institutions and beneficiaries.
Officer, Corporate Secretariat – Board Affairs Division
Central Bank of Nigeria
Abuja, FCT
2017.09 - 2023.04
- Monitoring and liaison role: As part of the Monitoring and Parastatals Office, we served as the primary link between the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and its affiliated institutions. We ensured CBN representation on their boards, communicated replacements when CBN representatives retired, and attended Annual General Meetings (AGMs) on behalf of the Bank. We facilitated two-way communication by relaying CBN directives to institutions and reporting institutional feedback to the Bank. We also drafted and dispatched requests for payment of dividends and directors’ fees, safeguarding CBN’s investment interests and ensuring compliance with management decisions.
- Quarterly reporting: Wrote quarterly reports for the attention of the Committee of Governors (COG), detailing the activities of parastatals in which the CBN had investments and tracking compliance within affected Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and institutions.
- Meeting documentation: Prepared concise summaries of memorandums presented at COG and Board meetings for the secretariat, ensuring clarity and accessibility of key decisions.
- Audit Committee support: Served as a member of the Audit Committee secretariat, providing secretarial services and supporting governance processes.
Producer, Programmes Directorate
Voice of Nigeria
Abuja
2010.02 - 2017.09
- Programme production: Produced programmes across multiple formats with both national and international reach, demonstrating versatility in script writing, editing, interviews, and vox pop for radio programmes.
- Interviewing: Conducted numerous live and recorded interviews with personalities from Nigeria and abroad, showcasing strong communication and journalistic skills.
- Recognition: Awarded Programmes Staff of the Year (2014) for excellence in broadcasting, acknowledging outstanding performance and contribution to the station’s success.
- Mentorship: Mentored interns in radio production, guiding them in script writing, editing, interviews, and vox pop techniques for their magazine programme.
- Digital media contribution: Served as a member of the pioneer team of the station’s Digital Media Unit, providing sports content for the station’s website and supporting its transition into online broadcasting.
Reporter
Nigeria Television Authority
Maiduguri
2010.01 - 2010.02
- Hands-on learning: Observed and supported the reporting process, learning techniques in news gathering, story development, and field coverage.
- Professional development: Acquired foundational experience in newsroom operations and reporting practices within a national broadcast environment.
Reporter
BLUPAGE Media Ltd
Abuja
2008.11 - 2009.11
- Proofreading: Served as a proofreader for the company’s weekly national newspaper Newspage, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency in published content.
- Feature writing: Authored several in-depth features that explored diverse topics, blending research with engaging storytelling.
- Editorial contributions: Wrote editorials that provided thought leadership, commentary, and critical perspectives on current issues.
- Interviewing: Conducted interviews across a wide range of fields, capturing insights from professionals, experts, and public figures.
- Publication: Successfully published interviews and articles in Newspage, contributing to the newspaper’s national reach and reputation.
Education
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Federal Government Academy
Suleja, Niger State 1998.01 - 2003.01
First School Leaving Certificate -
AK Beneshiek Staff Primary School
Maiduguri 1992.01 - 1997.01
B.A. - Mass Communication
University of Maiduguri
Borno State 2003.01 - 2007.01
Skills
- Corporate Governance & Board Affairs
- Development Finance Advisory & Agricultural Credit Appraisal
- Compliance Monitoring & Reporting
- Strategic Communication & Public Relations
- Media Production & Broadcasting
- Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
- Financial Data Interpretation & Analysis
References
Available upon request.
Hobbies
Travelling, Writing
Awards
Voice of Nigeria Programmes Staff of the Year (2014)
Publications
Public Relations Practice in Nigerian Banks: A Case Study of Oceanic Bank International, Maiduguri Branch (Final Year Project, University of Maiduguri)
Professional Development
- Skills Development for Managers
- Advanced Minutes & Summary Writing
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- The Art of Corporate Negotiation
- Financial Data Interpretation & Analysis
- Negotiation Skills
- Finance & Investment Analysis for Non-Finance Managers
- Ongoing CBN training in governance, compliance monitoring, and development finance
Timeline
Appraisal Manager, Development Finance Advisory Office
Central Bank of Nigeria
2023.04 - 2026.05
Officer, Corporate Secretariat – Board Affairs Division
Central Bank of Nigeria
2017.09 - 2023.04
Producer, Programmes Directorate
Voice of Nigeria
2010.02 - 2017.09
Reporter
Nigeria Television Authority
2010.01 - 2010.02
Reporter
BLUPAGE Media Ltd
2008.11 - 2009.11
B.A. - Mass Communication
University of Maiduguri
2003.01 - 2007.01
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Federal Government Academy
1998.01 - 2003.01
First School Leaving Certificate -
AK Beneshiek Staff Primary School
1992.01 - 1997.01