Muhammad Aliyu

Muhammad Aliyu is a dynamic professional currently engaged as a Graduate Teaching Assistant for the Foundations of Entrepreneurship at Carnegie Mellon University Africa, while also conducting research on successful African founders as a Graduate Summer Research Intern. In addition, Muhammad serves as a Fellow in the Savvy Fellowship, an Innovation Scout with The FutureList, and a member of ForbesBLK. As the Founding President of the Africa Innovators Society at CMU-Africa, Muhammad has established a vibrant entrepreneurship ecosystem and secured significant event partnerships. The founder of Ignite Research Academy, Muhammad aims to train 25 million students by 2032 through STEM-led research development. Previous roles include Head of Training at Summit University Offa, Director of Welfare for the Nigeria Association of Computing Students, and a technical consultant with the UNFPA, showcasing a strong commitment to capacity building and innovation. Muhammad's education includes a Master of Science in Information Technology and an MBA in Leadership and Management from Carnegie Mellon University and Valar Institute, respectively.