MUSTAPHA SHERIFF ADETUNJI

Agricultural Professional | Data & AI Enthusiast | Agriprenuer
Zaria, NG.

About

Dedicated and innovative agricultural professional blending extensive hands-on experience in soil testing, organic farming, and agribusiness with advanced data analytics, generative AI, and agile project management skills. Passionate about leveraging a data-driven approach to sustainable food production, bridging agri-science with digital innovation to drive impactful outcomes in agricultural development and agripreneurship.

Work

National Association of Soil Science Students (NASSS)
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Vice President

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Led student initiatives and coordinated events to promote professional development among soil science students at ABU Zaria Branch.

Highlights

Directed student-led initiatives, fostering engagement among over 100 members of the National Association of Soil Science Students.

Coordinated a series of professional development events, enhancing student learning and networking opportunities within the agricultural sector.

Promoted academic and career growth, contributing to a 15% increase in student engagement with professional activities.

Collaborated with university faculty and external partners, enriching student programs and resource access.

Managed event logistics for multiple successful gatherings, ensuring smooth operations and high participant satisfaction.

Association of Muslim Students Agriculturist (AMSA)
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Da'awah Chairman

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Led Muslim student initiatives and coordinated Islamic events to promote knowledge, enlightenment, and peace within the agricultural student community.

Highlights

Spearheaded initiatives for Muslim agricultural students, fostering community and intellectual growth for over 70 members.

Organized numerous Islamic events, promoting knowledge, enlightenment, and peaceful coexistence among students.

Managed event planning and execution, ensuring smooth operations and positive participant feedback for all programs.

Facilitated discussions and activities, strengthening religious and academic understanding within the student body.

Collaborated effectively with student body and university administration to secure resources for community-building events.

Association of Muslim Student Agriculturists (AMSA), MSSN
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Da'awah Officer II

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Contributed to coordinating Islamic events and student initiatives for Muslim agricultural students, promoting knowledge and community engagement.

Highlights

Assisted in the coordination and execution of Islamic events, contributing to enhanced student engagement and knowledge dissemination.

Supported leadership in promoting enlightenment and peace, positively impacting over 50 student participants.

Contributed to logistical planning for various student initiatives, ensuring efficient resource allocation.

Collaborated effectively with team members to ensure successful program delivery and participant satisfaction.

Aided in fostering a supportive environment for Muslim agricultural students through organized activities.

KWASSA (Kwara/South-West Students Association)
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Vice President

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Led student initiatives and coordinated events to promote collaboration and unity across southwestern states.

Highlights

Orchestrated student initiatives, fostering collaboration and unity among students from southwestern states.

Coordinated multiple cross-regional events, enhancing inter-state student engagement and networking for hundreds of students.

Represented student interests, advocating for improved student welfare and academic support across a diverse student body.

Managed event budgets and resources, ensuring efficient allocation and successful execution of programs.

Developed and implemented programs that promoted cultural exchange and regional cooperation, strengthening student ties.

Ansarudeen Islamic High School (AUD)
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Health Prefect

Ipee, Kwara State, Nigeria

Summary

Oversaw health-related programs and ensured student welfare compliance for the entire student body.

Highlights

Managed school health programs, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for the entire student body (approx. 500+ students).

Ensured student welfare compliance, proactively addressing health concerns and promoting overall well-being.

Organized health awareness campaigns, educating students on hygiene and preventative measures, reducing common illnesses.

Collaborated with school administration to implement health policies and emergency protocols effectively.

Monitored school facilities, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety across campus.

Mercy Nursery and Primary School
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Labour Prefect

Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria

Summary

Managed tasks and directed peers in school maintenance activities, ensuring facility upkeep.

Highlights

Directed peer groups in daily school maintenance tasks, ensuring upkeep of facilities and grounds.

Organized and supervised cleaning activities, contributing to a conducive learning environment for all students.

Fostered a sense of responsibility and teamwork among peers for school upkeep, improving collective effort.

Reported maintenance needs to school administration, facilitating timely repairs and improvements.

Implemented efficient task allocation strategies, completing duties effectively and on schedule.

Education

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)
Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Bachelor

Agriculture

Ansar-ud-deen Islamic High School
Ipee, Kwara State, Nigeria

Senior Secondary Certificate

General Studies

Mercy Nursery and Primary School
Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria

Primary School Certificate

General Studies

Awards

Tutor of the Year Award

Awarded By

National Association of Agricultural Students (NAAS), ABU Zaria Branch

Recognized for outstanding contributions as a tutor, demonstrating commitment to student academic success in agriculture.

Tagrin Climate Change Ambassador

Awarded By

Tagrin Tanzagreen Initiative

Recognized for commitment to climate change advocacy and sustainable practices.

Mu'adhin 2, SBRS MSSN

Awarded By

Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (ABU)

Awarded for active participation and leadership within the Muslim Students' Society of Nigeria (MSSN) at Ahmadu Bello University.

Languages

English
Arabic
Yoruba

Certificates

Prompt Engineering

Issued By

Sololearn

Write with AI

Issued By

Sololearn

Project Planning with AI

Issued By

Sololearn

Generative AI in Practice

Issued By

Sololearn

Women's Entrepreneurship Mindset Toolkit

Issued By

Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) - Entrepreneurship Training Programme

Generative AI for MSMEs

Issued By

Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) - Entrepreneurship Training Programme

Critical Thinking in AI Era

Issued By

HP Foundation

Customer Experience (CX) for Business Success

Issued By

HP Foundation

Introductory Course to Product Management

Issued By

Fuse Learn

Project Management Essentials

Issued By

Fuse Learn

AI for Beginners

Issued By

HP Foundation

Agile Project Management

Issued By

HP Foundation

Introduction to Digital Business Skills

Issued By

HP Foundation

Transforming Dryland Forest and Agrosilvopastoral System

Issued By

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

FAO Progressive Management Pathway for Antimicrobial Resistance

Issued By

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Measures for Coping with Soil Salinity

Issued By

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

FAO Science and Innovation Strategy

Issued By

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Aquatic Foods for Nutrition

Issued By

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Vegetable Production Beginners Training

Issued By

East West Seed

Data Analytics Essential

Issued By

Cisco Academy

Climate Finance and Grant Writing

Issued By

Online Training

Climate Change and Health

Issued By

Online Training

Fundamental of Seed Production – Per-Time Trainee

Issued By

Institute of Agricultural Research (IAR)

Agribusiness Training

Issued By

Online Training

Jobber-man Soft Skills Training

Issued By

Online Training

Crop Advisory Training

Issued By

East West Seed

Agricultural Machinery Safeguarding Trainee

Issued By

Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA)

Seasonal Agricultural Workers Health & Safety Orientation

Issued By

Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA)

Agripreneurship 101

Issued By

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Poultry Farming Trainee

Issued By

I.B Smart Farms

Organic Poultry and Livestock Farming Trainee

Issued By

Unity Farm

Poultry Farming Production Trainee

Issued By

Skil-arms Agric-Consult

Poultry Farming Production Trainee

Issued By

Online Training

Skills

Soil Science & Analysis

Soil testing, Soil mapping, Soil analysis, Soil salinity management.

Sustainable Agriculture

Organic livestock production, Vegetable production, Dryland forest transformation, Agrosilvopastoral systems, Crop advisory, Seed production.

Data & AI Proficiency

Data analysis (Excel, Python, SPSS), Generative AI, Prompt engineering, AI for beginners, Critical thinking in AI.

Project & Product Management

Agile project management, Project planning, Product management essentials.

Agribusiness & Marketing

Agribusiness, Product marketing, Agripreneurship, Digital business skills, Customer experience.

Grant Writing & Finance

Grant writing, Climate finance, Women's entrepreneurship mindset.

Leadership & Communication

Team coordination, Leadership, Coaching, Task monitoring, Interpersonal skills, Communication skills, Event coordination, Stakeholder engagement.

Health & Safety

Agricultural machinery safeguarding, Seasonal agricultural workers health & safety, Climate change and health, Health program management.

References

Hassan Bolanle Lateefat (PhD)

Plant Pathologist / Tissue Culture Specialist - Senior Research Fellow, Institute of Agricultural Research, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, haslat2000@yahoo.com, +2347034707849

Muhammad Yakubu Abdullahi (PhD)

Soil Scientist / Agronomist, Indorama Eleme Fertilizers and Chemical Limited, yabdullahi1@gmail.com, +2348030800984

Haratu Dauda (PhD)

Agronomist – Senior Researcher, Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR), Zaria, khairatdaud@yahoo.com, +2348036143598