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Who is DR. Babangida Ruma?

Dr. Babangida Ruma is a multi-award-winning Nigerian social entrepreneur, digital innovator, and government official. A prominent voice in youth development, he is known for his work in technology-driven education, entrepreneurship, and community organization. With more than two decades of transformative leadership, he has dedicated his career to building platforms that empower young people, strengthen institutions, and create inclusive economic opportunities across Nigeria and Nigerian countries.

Globally celebrated for his innovative use of technology for development, Dr. Ruma was named "Father of Technology and Innovation" by the UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education. He has worked with world leaders to empower young people, build human capital, rebrand nations, and promote peace, innovation, and prosperity.

His story of community organizing has inspired more than 2.5 million young people from 53 countries worldwide. He is currently serving as the Director General of the Katsina State Enterprise Development Agency (KASEDA).

THE MISSION

Three Roles.
One Purpose.

Government. Enterprise. Advocacy. Each role feeds the other — and Nigeria’s youth receive the compound impact.

THE GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL

Dr. Ruma, the public servant.

Appointed Director General of KASEDA by Governor Dikko Radda. Leading enterprise development, digital economy policy, and the Made-in-Nigeria initiative across Katsina State.

THE ENTREPRENEUR

Dr. Ruma, the builder.

Eight organisations. Over a decade of building. One thesis — African youth are the most underutilised asset on the planet. Opportunities Hub, CODE, SINA, LIFE, EUN, and more.

THE VOICE

Dr. Ruma, the advocate.

Speeches, books, and platforms distilling two decades of leadership into ideas Africa's next generation can act on. UNESCO recognised. Commonwealth celebrated. Globally heard.

Recognised by UNESCO, the Commonwealth & the World

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MEDIA CENTRE

March 11, 2026

Governor Radda Celebrates Dr. Babangida Ruma’s National Appointment as State Coordinator, Made-in-Nigeria Project

Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Radda has launched the Katsina State Community Development Programme (KSCDP), an initiative designed to empower communities and ensure grassroots development through participatory governance.

February 17, 2026

Unveiling the Katsina State Graduate Entrepreneurship Fund (KGEF)

Earlier today, the Katsina State Government, through KASEDA, held an implementation committee meeting ahead of the launch of the Katsina State Graduate Entrepreneurship Fund (KGEF).