Board of Trustees
Meet the distinguished leaders guiding Alpha Helix Foundation's mission to advance Science, Technology, and Innovation across Africa
Leadership & Governance
Our Board of Trustees comprises accomplished professionals from diverse fields including science, engineering, technology, education, healthcare, and finance. Together, they provide strategic direction and oversight to ensure the Foundation achieves its mission of promoting STI and STEM education across Nigeria and beyond.
Board of Trustees
Experienced leaders providing strategic direction and governance
Dr. Mohammed Lawal Buga
Chairman, Board of Trustees
Dr. Mohammed Lawal Buga is a Nigerian biochemist and science & technology expert with over 34 years of experience in research, industrial development, innovation commercialization, and public sector leadership.
Engr Garba Ladan
Trustee/Secretary
Garba Ladan is an experienced Mechanical Engineer and Industrial Equipment Specialist with over 30 years in engineering design, raw materials utilization, and public-sector management, focusing on value addition, equipment design, and industrial capacity development in Nigeria.
Mal. Mohammed Sani Kwaido
Trustee
Mohammed Sani Kwaido is an experienced public service professional with over 30 years in the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, specializing in agricultural policy, food price stabilization, and national food security initiatives.
Engr Ibrahim Buga
Trustee
A highly accomplished Highway Engineer and Road Maintenance Specialist with over 25 years of experience in transportation planning, highway design, construction supervision, and data-driven road asset management, emphasizing preventive maintenance and systems-based infrastructure management.