MAY Foundations

The Trainers

Aliyu Ahmad Sunusi

Over the years, Mallam Aliyu Ahmad Sunusi he mastered a wide range of skills, including Kampala textile dyeing, paint production, soap and liquid soap making, powdered detergent, petroleum jelly (Vaseline), perfumes, shampoo, bleach, and even food and beverage production such as milk, powdered milk, and yogurt. His technical understanding of production processes and chemical reactions has positioned him as a highly respected figure in the local manufacturing space.

Mallam Aliyu has worked with several notable industries, including Mai Guarantee Soap Nigeria Ltd, Mama Care Pomade Nigeria Ltd, Mai Jimina Detergent Nigeria Ltd, Mamuda Group of Companies, and Aspira Nigeria Limited, among others in Sharada and Chalawa industrial areas.

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Sagir Musa Abdullahi

Sagir Musa Abdullahi was born on 21 March 1978 in City Ice, Gwale Local Government Area, Kano State, Nigeria. He is married and blessed with one wife and four children.

Sagir began his educational journey in 1985 at Muhammadu Rabi’u Mai Siitin Tsangaya, where he received his early Islamic education. He later attended Muhammad Mai Gadon Kaya Special Primary School, graduating in 1995. He proceeded to Government Secondary School, Goron Dutse, where he completed his secondary education in 2002.

Driven by a passion for learning and personal development, he obtained a National Diploma in Sectorial Studies in 2005. In 2006, he earned a certificate from the Agency for Mass Education and further strengthened his practical experience by completing his Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) at Kano State Radio Corporation between 2006 and 2007.

With over two decades of professional experience, Sagir Musa Abdullahi has built a strong reputation as a skilled graphic designer and educator. Throughout his career, he has worked with several reputable organizations, including Ayagi Printing Press, Dandago in 2000, Nasiha Printing Press in 2003, and Noor Image and Graphics from 2004 to 2007.

Beyond graphic design, Sagir has demonstrated a deep commitment to youth development and skills acquisition. Since 2004, he has been actively teaching and mentoring students at Sani Abacha Youth Center. Currently, he also provides vocational training under the M.A.Y Foundation, where he equips individuals with practical skills in custard powder production, milk processing, and cocoa processing.

Sagir Musa Abdullahi remains dedicated to empowering young people through education, creativity, and entrepreneurship, making meaningful contributions to community development in Kano State and beyond.

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Hashim Salihu Kachako

Hashim Salihu Kachako was born on 22 September 1986. He is currently the Managing Director of M.A.Y, where he provides strategic leadership and drives initiatives focused on media, youth empowerment, and community development.

Hashim began his educational journey at Kachako L.I.P Primary School, where he studied from 1992 to 1998. He later attended Government Secondary School, Panshekara, completing his secondary education in 2004.

A highly experienced media professional, Hashim Salihu Kachako is a veteran journalist with over 19 years of experience at Radio Kano. Over the years, he has held several key positions and responsibilities, establishing himself as a respected figure in the media industry. His professional roles at Radio Kano include serving as a producer and presenter of political and general programs, as well as a scriptwriter for radio and television adverts, jingles, and other creative content.

His journalism career has also seen him work extensively as a radio correspondent across several states, including Adamawa, Bauchi, and Gombe. He further served as Kano Government House Correspondent and later as Kano State House of Assembly Correspondent, where he notably coordinated live streaming during legislative sittings. In addition, he has served as Head of New Media at Radio Kano and Head of Political Unit at Kano FM.

Hashim is also deeply involved in youth leadership and community engagement. He currently serves as Chairman of Takai Local Government Youth Movement for Development, an organization with over 4,000 members, focused on empowering young people and promoting grassroots development. He also holds the position of Forum Chairman, Kano Youth King (Sarkin Samari).

His outstanding contributions to journalism and public service have earned him notable recognition. In 2024, he was awarded Best Journalist of the Year by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, an honor presented through selection by the Nigeria Labour Congress (Kano State Branch). He also served as a member of the 2019 APC Presidential Campaign Committee, specifically in the Contract and Mobilization Unit under former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Committed to continuous professional growth, Hashim has attended several seminars and workshops organized by the BBC and other reputable institutions, with training focused on journalism, peacebuilding, youth development, mobilization, and public awareness

In recognition of his leadership and influence, Hashim Salihu Kachako holds the prestigious traditional title of Sarkin Samarin Takai. He is recognized as the first individual appointed to this position under the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II.

Through his work in journalism, media entrepreneurship, youth leadership, and community development, Hashim Salihu Kachako continues to make impactful contributions to society and remains a respected voice in Northern Nigeria.

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Akibu Ado Abdullahi

Akibu Ado Abdullahi was born on 21 October 1991. He is a versatile professional with a strong academic background in agricultural engineering, technical innovation, and vocational entrepreneurship.

Akibu obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural and Environmental Engineering from Bayero University, where he studied between 2016 and 2022. Prior to that, he earned a National Diploma in Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology from Audu Bako College of Agriculture, Dambatta, completing the program between 2013 and 2015.

In addition to his formal education, Akibu has pursued several professional certifications to broaden his technical expertise. He holds certifications in Livestock Feed Formulation, Broiler Chicks Production and Marketing, as well as Solar Installation and Maintenance. He further enhanced his technical knowledge through training at the National Board for Technical Education (Technology Incubation Centre) in 2023.

Beyond academics, Akibu Ado Abdullahi possesses a wide range of practical and entrepreneurial skills. Since 2012, he has specialized in leatherwork, particularly in cobbling and the production of shoes, handbags, belts, and wallets. His craftsmanship reflects both creativity and technical precision, contributing to local enterprise and self-reliance initiatives.

In 2023, he expanded his expertise into the renewable energy sector, gaining hands-on experience in solar installation and maintenance. He is also skilled in computer operations, adding digital competence to his technical portfolio.

With a combination of engineering knowledge, vocational expertise, and entrepreneurial skills, Akibu Ado Abdullahi continues to position himself as a resourceful professional dedicated to innovation, sustainable development, and practical skill empowerment.