About
Highly accomplished AI Engineer and recent Computer Engineering graduate (B.Eng., 2024) with proven expertise in developing and deploying advanced AI systems, from biometric facial recognition to award-winning energy solutions. Recognized nationally for leading the development of EnergizeAI, an AI-powered solar PV system, and adept at full ML stack development including data preprocessing, model deployment, and microservice architecture. Proficient in Python, TypeScript, Flutter, and Node.js, consistently delivering impactful software solutions and innovative AI applications.
Work
YoTouch
|AI Engineer
Remote, Remote, XX
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Summary
Developed and integrated advanced AI systems for decentralized blockchain identity verification, focusing on facial recognition and liveness detection.
Highlights
Developed an ArcFace-powered facial recognition module, enhancing identity verification accuracy by matching user selfies against NIN/BVN-linked government ID images.
Engineered and deployed a real-time liveness detection system utilizing challenge-response techniques (e.g., blink, head-turn), effectively preventing biometric spoofing and bolstering system security.
Designed and integrated a Python AI microservice for scalable face embedding generation and liveness verification within a multi-service architecture, improving system efficiency.
Seamlessly integrated critical biometric features into the YoTouch verification pipeline and backend scoring engine (Node.js/PostgreSQL), optimizing data flow and processing speed.
Ensured stringent NDPR and GDPR compliance by architecting an off-chain biometric data storage solution on a Cardano blockchain, safeguarding sensitive user information.
World Health Organization (WHO) / NYSC
|Independent Monitor
Nasarawa, Nasarawa State, Nigeria
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Summary
Monitored public health initiatives, collected critical field data, and provided data-driven insights to support health decision-making.
Highlights
Monitored critical immunization exercises across Nasarawa State, collecting high-quality structured data using ODK digital questionnaires to ensure program efficacy.
Analyzed comprehensive field data to derive actionable insights, which were presented at ward-level review meetings, directly informing and supporting health decision-making processes.
3MTT Fellowship - NITDA / Federal Ministry of Communications
|AI/ML Fellow
Remote, Remote, XX
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Summary
Led innovative AI/ML projects, developing advanced models and tools across diverse domains, and effectively communicating complex technical outcomes.
Highlights
Led the development of EnergizeAI, an AI-powered solar PV system blueprint designer, earning national recognition as the "Best Project" at the 3MTT June Knowledge Showcase 2025.
Architected and deployed diverse ML models across NLP, computer vision, recommendation systems, and predictive analytics, demonstrating versatility in AI application.
Executed end-to-end data preprocessing, feature engineering, model training, and rigorous evaluation using Python and Jupyter, ensuring robust model performance.
Effectively communicated complex technical project outcomes to facilitators, receiving commendation for clarity and impact, enhancing stakeholder understanding.
Education
Bayero University, Kano
Kano, Kano State, Nigeria
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B.Eng.
Computer Engineering
Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna
Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria
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Diploma
Computer Engineering
Awards
Best Project (nationwide) - EnergizeAI
Awarded By
3MTT June Knowledge Showcase
Awarded for developing EnergizeAI, an AI-powered solar PV system design tool, recognized nationally for its innovation and impact.
Publications
Hardware Implementation of PWM Solar Charge Controller Using Boost Converter Topology
Summary
Unpublished
Certificates
AI and Machine Learning
Issued By
3MTT / NITDA / Federal Ministry of Communications
Project Management
Issued By
Skill Development Council, Canada
Train-The-Trainer Programme
Issued By
Data Science Nigeria (DSN) × Microsoft
AI for Energy Hackathon
Issued By
Data Science Nigeria (DSN) × NNPC
Skills
Programming Languages
Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, C, Go, Dart.
AI/ML Technologies
TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, ArcFace, OpenCV, NLP, Computer Vision.
Web Development
Flutter, Node.js, Express, React, FastAPI.
Databases & Tools
Power BI, Jupyter, Docker, Supabase, PostgreSQL, Git.
Blockchain & Biometric Systems
Blockchain, Biometric Facial Recognition, Liveness Detection, Cardano Blockchain.
Data Science & Analytics
Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Model Training, Model Evaluation, Predictive Analytics, Data Analysis, ODK Digital Questionnaires.
Software Engineering
Microservice Architecture, System Deployment, Software Development, Backend Development.
Compliance
NDPR, GDPR.
Project Management
Project Management.
Mentorship & Training
Training, Mentoring, Technical Communication.
Projects
EnergizeAI - Solar PV System Designer
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Summary
Built an AI tool that automates solar PV system blueprint design for engineers and field technicians.
GPMP - AI Pipeline Maintenance Detector
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Summary
Designed and developed an AI-powered detector that predicts oil & gas pipelines due for maintenance, demonstrating real-world AI application in energy infrastructure.