Khalil Halilu

A highly driven techpreneur & industrialist who has already carved his name in the annals of African technological industry and economic history as the founder of key solution providing platforms including OyaOya Strategic Services, ShapShap Logistics Ltd. The chairman of Centre for Citizens Welfare and Community Development (CWCD) – a non-profit organization that promotes peace, security, and development through the use of technology like the ‘Zabe Election Monitoring App' & the 'UnSub Gender-Based Violence Reporting' app. Founder and Chairman of the CANs, West Afric's first eco-friendly technological hub. An effective team leader who has served on the board of high profile organizations including Africa Infotech Consultancy, JIGS Environmental Services & Agro-Allied Ltd., and also played an integral role in the setup of New AD renewable energy in the United Kingdom. Worked in managerial positions at Gongoni Company Limited, Scirrocco International Limited, Khash Strategic Services LTD, KSH Construction & Design LTD., demonstrating a high level of interpersonal and organizational skill in multicultural work environments. A strategist who is certified in Database Programming, Data Base Administration, Big Data & E-Commerce and expert in ICT Solution Architecture, BlockChain, Sage Accounting, social Commerce and Mobile Solutions. Founding member of Global Shapers Community of the World Economic Forum (Kano Hub); Arewa Youth Enlightenment and Empowerment Initiative; Abuja and Lagos Polo Clubs; Abuja Golf Club. Open-minded & inspired by quality conversations with like-minded individuals from different backgrounds. Loves horses, planes, plays golf and polo and listens to alternative music. “To prosper, Africa needs Information technology as much as it needs agriculture” - Khalil Halilu