Khalil Suleiman Halilu

Meet Khalil Suleiman Halilu, the visionary leader at the helm of Nigeria's foremost technology transfer agency and the driving force behind the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI). Khalil's mission is clear: to harness the power of modern science and engineering to propel Nigeria's industrialization agenda and position NASENI as a beacon of technological prowess on the national and global stage.
As Executive Vice Chairman, Khalil operates on creation, collaboration, and commercialization principles, ensuring that NASENI delivers world-class products and services. With a track record of founding and investing in cutting-edge technology ventures across diverse sectors like Logistics, Agriculture, E-Commerce, and more, Khalil brings a wealth of entrepreneurial experience to his role.
Notable among his ventures is ShapShap Logistics Ltd., revolutionizing on-demand delivery services, and The CANs, West Africa's premier eco-friendly technological hub fostering innovation and sustainability.
His expertise has positioned him to serve on the boards and advise leading companies/organizations such as Kuming Power China Group, Nuli Foods Company, Sudabelt Medical, Broadbased Communications, and Gongoni Company Limited, cementing his reputation as a trusted advisor in business and technology circles
At NASENI, Khalil leverages his entrepreneurial spirit to chart a strategic course for Nigeria's economic transformation through technology transfer and adaptation. His passion for closing the technology gap in Africa drives him to explore new frontiers in technology, with a relentless focus on improving lives and livelihoods across the continent.
Recognized as a catalyst for technological advancement and economic growth, Khalil is reshaping the landscape of science, technology, and engineering in Nigeria. With his visionary leadership, Nigeria is poised to emerge as a powerhouse of innovation, setting new standards for progress both regionally and globally.
Khalil has a Master of Science (M.Sc) in International Business and also a B.Sc in Business Administration from the University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, United Kingdom respectively. He is a member of the Global Shapers Community of the World Economic Forum (Kano Hub), and also a member of the Kano, Lagos, and Abuja Polo Clubs, and the Kano Golf Club.