My Story
My name is Suleiman Isah, and I am a highly experienced IT professional with a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Computer Science and Information Technology from Igbinedion University Okada, Edo State, Nigeria. Over the years, I have developed expertise in various areas, including Technology Modernization, Information Security, Digital Intelligence, Digital Marketing, and Network Administration.
I am currently the Honourable Commissioner for Communications Technology and Digital Economy in Niger State, Nigeria. As a technology leader and policy strategist, I am proud to be at the forefront of driving digital transformation in one of Nigeria’s most populous and promising states.
With a strong foundation in Information Technology, I hold a Master of Science in Information Security and Digital Forensics from the University of East London and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology from Igbinedion University, Okada, Edo State. Over the years, I have also earned a broad range of global certifications and completed specialised training with world-class institutions such as Cisco Systems, Microsoft, EC-Council, RedHat, Crown Agents UK, Koenig Dubai, Entresoft India, and others.
My professional journey has been defined by a deep commitment to leveraging technology to improve lives and enhance systems. From my early days as a freelance IT consultant and intern at First Bank of Nigeria to implementing and advancing enterprise network infrastructure at the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), I have continuously delivered value where technology meets governance.
My areas of expertise include:
- Technology Modernization and Infrastructure
- Information and Cyber Security
- Digital Strategy and Intelligence
- Enterprise Network Administration
- Digital Marketing and IT Governance
2012, I joined the Federal Inland Revenue Service as an information technology officer. I led national-scale projects such as information security audits, WAN and SAN deployments, and enterprise wireless LAN rollouts across over 100 FIRS offices. My contributions earned me a promotion to Technical Aide to the Head of Networks and Infrastructure, where I championed technology discovery and vendor-proofing initiatives.
Later, I served as Special Assistant on Technical Matters to the Managing Director of the Upper Niger River Basin Development Authority (UNRBDA) under the Federal Ministry of Water Resources. There, I led IT modernisation efforts, capacity-building programs, technical documentation reviews, and fiscal efficiency projects geared toward enhancing operational performance.
Prior to serving as Honourable Commissioner, I was Special Advisor on Digital Transformation and ICT to the Niger State Internal Revenue Service. These dual roles underscore my strategic involvement in shaping the state’s digital economy, improving public service delivery, and ensuring technology-driven growth across various sectors.
As a public servant and thought leader, I’m passionate about empowering the next generation. I’ve mentored entrepreneurs through Fate Foundation, sparked impactful conversations at TEDxMinna, and volunteered with organisations such as the Sickle Cell Aid Foundation (SCAF) and DevProNet.
Through my career and community involvement, I remain committed to pioneering innovative governance, innovation-driven policy, and inclusive digital transformation in Niger State and beyond.