Muhammad Bello, Forensic Expert Crowned with CIISM Council Appointment

   

 Abuja, Nigeria — August 16, 2025

In a moment draped with regal honor and the weight of intellectual majesty, H.E. Amb. Dr. Muhammad Bello Abdullahi ascended yet another pedestal of distinction as he was inducted into the revered Council of the Chartered Institute of Information and Strategy Management (CIISM). 

The induction was not merely a ceremonial passage, but a crowning affirmation of his lifelong journey as a scholar of rare depth, a forensic auditor of impeccable repute, and a strategic leader whose influence resonates across professional and continental frontiers.

The ceremony, held at the prestigious Army Resource Centre in Asokoro, Abuja, marked a defining moment in the illustrious journey of H.E. Amb. Dr. Muhammad Bello Abdullahi, as he was officially inducted into the Council of the Chartered Institute of Information and Strategy Management (CIISM).

Beyond this new laurel, he reigns as ACCSA Global Ambassador and stands as an Ambassadorial Nominee to the African Union’s Agenda 2063, a testament to his towering relevance not only within Nigeria but across the African continent. His name now resonates as a royal voice of accountability, knowledge, and foresight, embodying both the rigor of professional excellence and the majesty of visionary leadership.

Born into a noble family in Kano State, H.E. Amb. Dr. Muhammad Bello Abdullahi’s life journey stands as a luminous testament to discipline, service, and an unyielding devotion to excellence. From the quiet roots of his noble heritage, he has risen with grace and distinction to embody the finest ideals of financial stewardship, forensic investigation, and strategic management, etching his name among the continent’s most revered minds.

On Friday, August 15, 2025, within the hallowed halls of the Army Resource Centre, Asokoro, Abuja, Amb. Dr. Muhammad Bello Abdullahi was officially inducted as a Council Member of the Chartered Institute of Information and Strategy Management (CIISM) — a recognition that further cements his towering status as one of Africa’s finest minds in forensic auditing, tax analysis, and leadership.

The induction was part of CIISM’s 2025 Human Capacity Building and Awards Ceremony, an event themed “Strategic Synergies: Leveraging Arts Management & Information Strategy for Nigeria’s Development.” Anchored on the mission of raising ethical leaders, the ceremony was both a celebration of capacity and a coronation of integrity.

With over 25 years of distinguished service in forensic auditing, taxation, and corporate governance, Dr. Abdullahi has carved a niche as one of Nigeria’s most versatile financial experts. Currently the CEO/Managing Consultant of Muhammad Bello Consult, he also partners with leading firms such as Abdullahi Mai Kano & Co. and Murtala Ajadi & Co., where he continues to provide unmatched expertise in forensic investigation and auditing.

In addition to his consultancy, Dr. Abdullahi serves as General Manager of Finance and Administration at Integrated Development and Investment Services Limited, a real estate development firm — further showcasing his versatility across sectors.

A graduate of Accountancy from the Kano State Polytechnic, his academic and professional pursuits have positioned him as a global authority in forensic accounting, Islamic finance, and risk management.

The breadth of Dr. Abdullahi’s recognitions is a testament to his remarkable impact. From the Commonwealth University, London, where he was conferred an Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA), to Prowess University, Delaware, USA, where he received an Honorary Doctorate in Financial Administration (DFA), his intellectual and professional prowess has been celebrated on international platforms.

He further enhanced his leadership credentials with a Certificate of Professional Studies in Leadership and Management from the London Graduate School.

Beyond his academic recognitions, Dr. Abdullahi proudly serves as Global Ambassador of the Association of Chartered Certified System Accountants (ACCSA Global), and holds an ambassadorial nomination under the African Union Agenda 2063 framework — a clear demonstration of his role as a continental voice in financial strategy and governance.

The highlight of the CIISM ceremony was his appointment as a Council Member, marking his entry into the policy-making nucleus of an institute dedicated to strengthening Africa’s leadership and strategic governance systems.

In addition, he was honoured with two prestigious awards: Award of Excellence in Quality Leadership by the Institute of Organisational & Administrative Risk Management.

Financial Risk Management Award for his contributions to auditing and forensic excellence. These accolades, bestowed in the presence of eminent professionals, reflect his standing as a beacon of capacity building and ethical leadership.

Throughout his career, Dr. Abdullahi has been a sought-after speaker and thought leader at international conferences, seminars, and workshops, addressing subjects spanning forensics and investigations, audit and assurance, tax administration, industrial relations, human rights, strategic management, and entrepreneurial development.

He is not only a professional of impeccable standing but also a mentor, family man, and a leader whose vision transcends self to embrace the broader quest for Africa’s progress.

By inducting Amb. Dr. Muhammad Bello Abdullahi into its Council, CIISM reaffirmed its mission as a custodian of professional standards and ethical leadership. His appointment mirrors the Institute’s belief that Africa’s transformation lies in leaders who embody integrity, expertise, and vision.

For the Institute, his journey reflects the very essence of its mandate — building capacity, fortifying character, and celebrating excellence.

As the curtains fell on the 2025 CIISM Human Capacity Building and Awards Ceremony, the story of H.E. Amb. Dr. Muhammad Bello Abdullahi stood out as one of inspiration and affirmation. From his noble beginnings in Kano to the global corridors of financial governance, his life remains a testimony that leadership is best measured not by titles but by impact.

Indeed, with his new role at CIISM, his legacy as a torchbearer of forensic excellence, strategic leadership, and ethical governance is only beginning a new chapter.