Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 15th September 1986
- State of Origin: Kano State (Dawakin Tofa LGA)
- Mobile: 08066763211, 07044944449
- Email: ab_umar@yahoo.com, uumar@ncc.gov.ng
Profile Summary
A seasoned Electrical Engineer with over a decade of professional experience in communications engineering, project management, and public service. Umar has led large-scale ICT infrastructure deployments and legislative advisory roles. He is passionate about research, systems optimization, and strategic partnerships.
Education
- M.Sc. Communications Management – Buckinghamshire New University, UK (Distinction)
- Diploma in Telecom Management Studies – Commonwealth Telecommunications Organization
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering – American University of Sharjah, UAE
- SSCE – Loyola Jesuit College, Abuja
Certifications & Trainings
- Project Management, Effective Communication, Strategic Thinking, Team Management
- Recognized by ITU, GSMA, COREN, Nigerian Institute of Management, among others
Professional Experience
- Senior Legislative Aide, Office of the Deputy Speaker, National Assembly (2020–2022)
- Manager, USPF/IP Department, NCC (2012–2020)
- Oversaw national telecom infrastructure projects (BTS, OFC, RuBI, UnICC)
- Governing Council Member, Hussaini Adamu Polytechnic (2018–2020)
- Evaluation Committee Member, USPF (2017–2018)
- Study Group Member, ITU (2016–present)
- Monitoring Committee Member, National Frequency Management Council (2014–2018)
- NYSC, NCC (2010–2011)
- Electrical Technician/Designer, EON Communications, Dubai (2008)
- Marketing Analyst, Nokia Nigeria (2007)
Skills
- Soft Skills: Communication, teamwork, interpersonal relations, adaptability
- Technical: Microsoft Office, Internet applications, MATLAB basics
- Languages: Fluent in English and Hausa; basic Arabic
Conferences Attended
- Attended international forums on broadband, telecom policy, and digital economy in Kenya, UK, and South Africa