Malami Shehu

Career & National Service

A Legacy of Service and Leadership

AMB. (Dr.) Malami Shehu Ma’aji, MFR, has dedicated his professional life to the service of Nigeria through strategic intelligence, national security, and leadership advisory roles across successive administrations. His vast experience and patriotic commitment have earned him national and international recognition as a trusted statesman, security strategist, and envoy of peace.

Personal Assistant on Intelligence and Strategy

Served under President Ibrahim Babangida, coordinating high-level security briefings and national intelligence operations.

Personal Assistant on Intelligence and Domestic Affairs

Served under Late Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha, offering critical insights into internal policy and domestic intelligence.

Personal Assistant on Intelligence

Contributed to national transition programs under Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar, ensuring peace and stability.

Personal Assistant on Intelligence

Supported President Olusegun Obasanjo’s government in intelligence reforms and counter-terrorism initiatives.

Personal Assistant on Intelligence

Aided Late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua in regional peace-building and strategic policy coordination.

Personal Aide on Intelligence, Strategy and Special Envoy

Served President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, representing Nigeria on diplomatic missions to foreign governments and traditional leaders.

Intelligence and Strategic Advisor

Currently provides advisory support to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and national security agencies.

Achievements & National Impact

Through his decades of service, Dr. Malami Shehu Ma’aji has contributed immensely to strengthening Nigeria’s intelligence architecture, promoting inter-agency cooperation, and mentoring a new generation of patriotic leaders. His diplomatic missions and counter-terrorism initiatives have been instrumental in improving security and national unity.