AHMAD MUSA MUHAMMAD

Agribusiness Consultant & Youth Leadership Advocate
Keffi, NG.

About

Highly motivated Agribusiness Consultant and emerging agricultural leader with a Bachelor's in Fisheries and Aquaculture, complemented by specialized training in vegetable production from Wageningen University. Proven ability to formulate strategic plans, lead student organizations, and implement impactful training programs, driving academic excellence and practical skill development. Eager to leverage expertise in strategic planning, project management, and business intelligence to contribute to sustainable agricultural development and commodity trading.

Work

Agro Vanguard Limited
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Consultant - Agribusiness and Commodity Trading

Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Summary

Currently advises on agribusiness strategies and commodity trading, leveraging market insights to optimize agricultural value chains and enhance profitability.

Highlights

Provided strategic consulting on agribusiness development, identifying key market opportunities and operational efficiencies that improved client performance.

Analyzed commodity market trends to inform trading decisions, contributing to optimized procurement and sales strategies and improved profitability.

Developed actionable recommendations for enhancing agricultural productivity and profitability, leading to more sustainable farming operations.

Facilitated stakeholder engagements to foster partnerships and drive collaborative initiatives, expanding market reach and resource access.

Volunteer

Nigerian Association of Agricultural Students (NAAS), ABU Zaria
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President

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Led faculty student affairs and formulated strategic plans to enhance student welfare and academic excellence for the faculty.

Highlights

Directed faculty student affairs, overseeing initiatives that improved student engagement and academic support for over 500 members.

Formulated and implemented strategic plans and policies, resulting in a 15% improvement in student welfare program participation.

Enhanced academic excellence through new programs and resources, positively impacting student performance and retention rates.

Chaired executive meetings and represented student interests to faculty administration, ensuring effective communication and advocacy for over 500 students.

Agri-Spark Initiative, ABU Zaria
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President

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Directed hands-on training programs in sustainable agriculture, empowering students with practical skills in various farming techniques and marketing.

Highlights

Trained over 100 students in practical vegetable production, fish farming, crop cultivation, and animal husbandry techniques, increasing skill acquisition by 30%.

Developed and delivered workshops on agricultural marketing strategies, equipping participants with skills to commercialize their produce effectively and increase potential revenue.

Fostered a community of aspiring agricultural entrepreneurs, promoting innovative and sustainable farming practices that yielded improved crop yields.

Managed program logistics and resources for 5+ workshops, ensuring efficient delivery of training sessions and optimal learning outcomes.

Nigerian Association of Agricultural Students (NAAS), ATBU Zaria
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Secretary General

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Served as Academic Chairman, promoting academic excellence, establishing mentorship programs, and managing key organizational communications.

Highlights

Promoted academic excellence initiatives that led to a measurable increase in student participation in academic support programs by 20%.

Established and managed mentorship programs, connecting over 50 junior students with senior peers for academic and career guidance.

Managed all official correspondence and documentation for the association, ensuring clear and timely communication and 100% record accuracy.

Contributed to strategic decision-making processes, enhancing the overall operational efficiency and impact of the association's programs.

Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
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Faculty of Agriculture Coordinator, Tutorial Programme

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Coordinated academic tutorial programs within the Faculty of Agriculture, facilitating peer-led learning and academic support for students.

Highlights

Organized and managed comprehensive tutorial programs for over 300 agricultural students, improving academic performance and understanding by an estimated 10-15%.

Recruited and supervised a team of 10+ peer tutors, ensuring high-quality instructional delivery and student engagement.

Developed and distributed essential study materials, providing students with resources that supported their coursework success.

Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback surveys, implementing improvements that enhanced student learning outcomes and satisfaction.

Nigerian Association of Agricultural Students (NAAS), ABU Zaria
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Assistant Secretary General

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Supported the Secretary General in official duties and effectively chaired meetings in their absence, ensuring continuity of operations.

Highlights

Provided comprehensive support to the Secretary General, streamlining administrative tasks and improving departmental efficiency by 10%.

Chaired over 15 key meetings in the Secretary General's absence, demonstrating strong leadership and ensuring productive discussions and decision-making.

Managed official records and communications, contributing to organized and accessible organizational documentation for over 200 members.

Facilitated effective communication between executive members and general members, fostering a cohesive and informed association environment.

Education

Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen, Gelderland, Netherlands

Sector Professional (Online/Field Training)

Vegetable Production (Field Crop, VegSmart Nigeria Programme)

Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Bachelor

Fisheries and Aquaculture

Kese Academy
Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WAEC & NECO)

General Studies

Languages

English
Hausa

Skills

Strategic Planning

Strategic Planning.

Leadership

Leadership.

Problem Solving

Problem Solving.

Business Intelligence

Business Intelligence.

Creative Thinking

Creative Thinking.

Project Management

Project Management.

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word.