Mohammed Maikudi

Design Researcher

Technologist

Facilitator

Strategist

Mohammed Maikudi

Design Researcher

Technologist

Facilitator

Strategist

About Me

Mohammed Maikudi is a technologist and transdisciplinary strategist / designer / facilitator who creates in service to others and leads by empowering people, teams, and organizations to be systematically creative -to invent, make, hack, impact, innovate, and otherwise shape the world.

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Some of the Things I've Done

Led research and formulated strategies addressing the potential and challenges of promoting digital agriculture for smallholder farmers for Development Gateway (DG) and the United Nations International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).   

Led and supported research initiatives and facilitated multiple strategy development processes for $120M in funding for a major U.S. Foundation to enhance support mechanisms for communities facing threats from authoritarianism in the U.S; allocated resources to empower social movements  combating structural injustice; advocated for the promotion of independent media as a cornerstone for fostering a robust and flourishing democracy.

Steered the design and implementation of Nigeria's "digital lab" model to bolster public service capacities for digital transformation to ensure timely, efficient delivery of digital solutions targeting key developmental outcomes, and advancements and innovation in public service delivery.

Designed and launched a community of practice to enhance capacities and foster collaboration in the evidence-informed decision-making practice across Africa for a network of over 5000 members and a major U.S. foundation.

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Mohammed’s strengths lie in his visionary leadership, meticulous planning, and ability to execute complex projects in challenging environments. His work ethic, integrity, and commitment to excellence are unmatched, and he consistently goes above and beyond to ensure the success of the initiatives he leads.
Tunji Lardner
Senior Special Assistant to the President (SSAP) on Research and Strategy
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Experience
2023 – Present
Development Gateway: An IREX Venture
Washington DC

Consultant leading research and artificial intelligence initiatives in tobacco control and agriculture across multiple countries.

2025 - 2026
UNICEF
Sokoto State, Nigeria

Digital Education & Inclusion Advisor (Contract) leading UNICEF’s Digital Village Initiative in Sokoto State, including a digital learning hub, e-learning platform, and learning modules for 250 vulnerable learners.

2024 - 2025
UNDP
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Digital Platforms and Content Advisor, Innovation Hub (Contract).

2023 - 2025
Police Reform and Transformation Office (PORTO)
Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Programs and Strategy Advisor leading reform initiatives in policy, institutional restructuring, training, and systems strengthening under the Office of the President of Nigeria.

2018 – 2022
Reboot
New York City & Abuja, Nigeria

Senior Program Manager leading governance reform, civic tech, and digital transformation projects for international development clients.

2014 – 2018
GMC Logistics
Nigeria

Chief Technology Officer overseeing technology strategy and digital infrastructure for logistics operations.

2013 – 2019
Nano Strix (Jumia Logistics)
Abuja, Nigeria

Founding Director of a logistics technology company that became part of Jumia’s delivery infrastructure in Nigeria.

2011 – 2013
Federal University Kashere
Gombe, Nigeria

Senior Assistant Registrar and Special Assistant to the Vice-Chancellor.

2009 – 2011
Abuja Investments
Abuja, Nigeria

Head of Research driving investment analysis and strategic planning for the Abuja investment authority.

2006 – 2008
Goldman Sachs
New York City

Technology and Finance Analyst in the global investment banking division.

Education
2002-2006
Emory University
Atlanta, GA

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and Anthropology

Skills

Artificial Intelligence, Data & Evidence

  • Applied AI strategy and prototyping
  • Data governance and interoperability
  • Mixed-methods research
  • Monitoring & evaluation
  • Evidence-informed policy
  • Qualitative and quantitative analysis

Research, Strategy & Facilitation

  • Design research
  • Strategic planning
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Co-creation workshops
  • Knowledge management
  • Policy translation and cross-sector convening

Languages

  • English — Native proficiency
  • Hausa — Native proficiency
  • Spanish — Basic proficiency

Digital Transformation & Public Systems

  • GovTech and digital public infrastructure
  • Product strategy and service design
  • Systems integration
  • Digital health and civil registration
  • Electronic procurement
  • Public-sector reform

Sector Expertise

  • Tobacco control
  • Digital agriculture
  • Health systems
  • Governance and accountability
  • Democracy and civic engagement
  • Youth development and inclusive digital education

Leadership & Delivery

  • Program and product management
  • Agile delivery
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Partnership building
  • Donor and government engagement
  • Capacity building across multi-country initiatives
Selected Work
Blog
June 28, 2026 AI in public systems: the hard part is not the model

AI projects in public systems succeed or fail less because of the model and more because of the surrounding institution: decisions, data, workflows, accountability, and judgment.

December 17, 2025 Why Africa Will Define the Next Decade of Digital Public Infrastructure

A reflection on the Global DPI Summit in Cape Town — why Africa’s realities on access, trust, interoperability, and institutional readiness will shape the next decade of digital public infrastructure. Co-authored with Mariam Ibrahim and Wakini Njogu for Development Gateway.

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