
CHAIRMAN/CEO
Dr. Usman Yahaya Kansila, born on October 13, 1968, is a distinguished
industrialist, construction magnate, and Philanthropist. His learning journey
began with Primary and Secondary Education from Mayanka Primary School
& Government Commercial Secondary School in Kano respectively.
He
Obtained Ordinary & Higher National Diploma in Accounting from Kano
Polytechnic. After eight years stint in the Kano State Civil Service, he resigned
and ventured into private business, establishing UYK Nigeria Limited in 1998.
Under his visionary leadership, the company has flourished over its 28 years
of existence, excelling in engineering construction, specializing in equipment
procurement, and fostering empowerment through mentoring programs and
professional training.
A fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, Dr. Usman Yahaya Kansila's
unique leadership style transformed UYK Nigeria Limited into a multi-billion-
naira enterprise within two decades. His strategic approach and adaptability
have secured the company with major contracts form various clients,
including Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), Federal Ministry of
Works, Academic Staff Union of Universities among others. Beyond business
successes,
Dr Usman is actively involved in diversifying Nigeria's economy,
with investments spanning engineering, imports, exports, finance, industry,
and technology, notably serving as Vice Chairman of the emerging fin-tech
company Swiftlink Limited.
Additionally, his philanthropic efforts extends
through the Yahaya Kansila Foundation, which sponsors indigent students and
promotes professional qualifications in accountancy, engineering and other
numerous professions demonstrating a commitment to education and societal
development.