Uthman Zakariyyah Abdullahi
Educator, Realtor, Travel And Business Consultant
Abuja, FCT
Summary
Business Development Manager skilled in growing sales and improving stakeholder relations. Strategically-minded in capturing new business and leveraging dynamic market opportunities. Accomplished in exceeding targets with results-driven approach.
Professional educator with proven track record in leading and managing educational institutions. Skilled in curriculum development, staff mentorship, and fostering collaborative environment. Known for adaptability, strategic planning, and achieving measurable improvements in student performance. Effective communicator with strong problem-solving abilities and passion for educational excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Business Development Manager
Honeylarge and Longrich Travels and Tours Limited
07.2025 - Current
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
- Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
- Travelled Abroad with New Customers by March,2026
- Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and potential areas of expansion.
- Monitored market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity.
FCT Coordinator On Voluntary Basis
World Agritourism Organization
01.2023 - Current
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
- Attended meetings ,briefings,and congresses with Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.
- Coordinated Graduate Trainees on Agritourism in Nigeria
General Manager
Kaother Abdu-s-salam Company Limited.
06.2016 - 12.2019
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
Principal
The Virtue College (TVC)
01.2012 - 08.2014
- Collaborated with the Parent-Teacher Association to address parent concerns and foster a supportive community for student success.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Deliberately chose to Teach English Language, Literature-in-English,Phonics to Junior and Senior Secondary Students
Education
Master of Arts - Islamic Jurispudence And Its Fundamentals
Islamic University of Minnessota
Minnessota,USA 05.2001 -
Post Graduate Diploma - Hospitality And Tourism Management
National Institute For Hospitality And Tourism (NIHOTOUR)
Abuja, FCT, Nigeria 05.2001 -
Advanced Diploma - Human Resources Management
Cambridge Training College, UK Training Association
London, UK 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Al-Azhar University
Cairo, Egypt 05.2001 -
Skills
Business development
Relationship development
Relationship building
Decision-making
Academic administration
Instructional leadership
Education administration
Project management
Staff supervision
Affiliations
Associate Member-Institute of Certified Business Consultancy, Nigeria.
Certified Participant - in a Seminar Organized by The Nigeria Academy of Science,2020
Certified Trainee-By World Agritourism Organisation, Nigeria;2023
Certified Computer Literate-in Micrsoft Standard Operations by International Business Center, Cairo , Egypt,2006
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Honeylarge and Longrich Travels and Tours Limited
07.2025 - Current
FCT Coordinator On Voluntary Basis
World Agritourism Organization
01.2023 - Current
General Manager
Kaother Abdu-s-salam Company Limited.
06.2016 - 12.2019
Principal
The Virtue College (TVC)
01.2012 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Islamic Jurispudence And Its Fundamentals
Islamic University of Minnessota
05.2001 -
Post Graduate Diploma - Hospitality And Tourism Management
National Institute For Hospitality And Tourism (NIHOTOUR)
05.2001 -
Advanced Diploma - Human Resources Management
Cambridge Training College, UK Training Association
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Al-Azhar University
05.2001 -