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ISYAKU BARAU

Principal Partner, Isyaku Barau & Co. (Sudan Chambers)
No. 2 NCCL Building. iBB Way, Kontagora, 923101, Kontagora, NG.

About

Distinguished legal practitioner and technology-forward leader with over two decades of experience in law, governance, and digital innovation. As Principal Partner at Isyaku Barau & Co. and Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association, he excels in legal advocacy, legislative engagement, and modern technological adaptability, bridging traditional law with emerging technologies. Certified in Cybersecurity and Generative AI, he leverages advanced tech to strengthen institutional systems and human capacity, driving impactful solutions in a just, secure, and progressive society.

Education

Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto
Sokoto, Sokoto State, Nigeria

LL.B (Hons.) Law (Second Class Lower)

Law

Model Secondary School, Kontagora
Kontagora, Niger State, Nigeria

Senior Secondary Certificate

Saidu Namaska Primary School, Kontagora
Kontagora, Niger State, Nigeria

Primary School Certificate

Certificates

Generative AI: The Evolution of Thoughtful Online Search

Issued By

LinkedIn Learning

Sustainability for Small Businesses

Issued By

Development Bank of Nigeria

Generative AI for MSMES

Issued By

Development Bank of Nigeria

Credit Management and Access to Finance

Issued By

Development Bank of Nigeria

Accounting and Bookkeeping

Issued By

Development Bank of Nigeria

Certificate in Generative AI and Emerging Technologies

Issued By

DeepTech Ready Program, Data Science Nigeria

Member

Issued By

Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators

What is Generative AI

Issued By

LinkedIn Learning

Arbitrator

Issued By

Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators

Marketing and Sales Techniques

Issued By

Development Bank of Nigeria

Microsoft Copilot for Security

Issued By

LinkedIn Learning

Introduction to Cybersecurity

Issued By

Cisco Networking Academy

Cybersecurity Foundations

Issued By

LinkedIn Learning

3MTT Cybersecurity Fellow (Cohort 3)

Issued By

Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy

Cybersecurity Awareness: Cybersecurity Terminology

Issued By

LinkedIn Learning

Professional Diploma in Zakat and Waqf Management

Issued By

Zakat and Waqf Online University

The Cybersecurity Threat Landscape

Issued By

LinkedIn Learning

SME Laws and Regulations

Issued By

Development Bank of Nigeria

ADR Pre-Certification Course

Issued By

Conflict Management Group

Diploma in General Computer Application

Issued By

El-Said Stars Computer, Jos

Barrister-at-Law (B.L.)

Issued By

Nigerian Law School

Skills

Legal Expertise

Common Law, Islamic Law, Legal Advocacy, Legislative Engagement, Civil Litigation, Criminal Litigation, Advisory Services, Strategic Legal Consulting, Policy Dialogues, Institutional Reform, Professional Development, Arbitration, Conflict Management, SME Laws and Regulations.

Digital Transformation & AI

Digital Innovation, Generative AI Applications, Prompt Engineering, System Prompt Design, AI Integration, AI Flood Alert System Development, Predictive AI, Image Generation Tools (Artbreeder, Meta AI Imagine), Ethical Prompt Engineering, LLMs, AI Communication, System Behavior, Responsible Deployment Principles.

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Fellow, Cybersecurity Threat Landscape, Cybersecurity Awareness, Cybersecurity Terminology, Cybersecurity Foundations, Microsoft Copilot for Security, Introduction to Cybersecurity, Network Forensics, Malware Analysis, Wireshark, Indicators of Compromise (IOCs), Network Design and Security, VLANs, ACLs, SSH Authentication, Roles-Based Access Control (RBAC), Linux Systems, Group Policies, Privilege Enforcement, Automated Access Control Scripts, Simulated Incident Response, Advanced Phishing Attack, Malware Behavior Analysis, Event Log Analysis, Malware Forensics, Unauthorized Logins, Terminated Services, MFA, Patching, User Security Awareness.

Business & Management

Zakat and Waqf Management, General Computer Application, Marketing and Sales Techniques, Accounting and Bookkeeping, Credit Management, Access to Finance, Sustainability for Small Businesses, Leadership, Client Relations, Mentorship, Project Management, Strategic Planning.

References

Alhaji Isah Nabara

Sarkin Bindigan Kontagora, No. AD 42 Sarkin Bindiga House, Kontagora, Niger State

Dr. Aminu Muhammad

Exams Officer, School of Arts and Social Science, A.A. Kure University, Minna, Niger State, 0803 966 8687

Dr. Ibrahim Umar Kontagora

Rector, Abubakar Imam Polytechnic, Zungeru, Niger State, 08069174026

Mohammed Ndayako, SAN

Chairman, African Bar Association(AFBA), Nigerian Forum, Principal Partner, Mohammed Ndayako SAN & Co., Bastion Chambers Okada Road, Minna Niger State, 08034523515

Work

Isyaku Barau & Co. (Sudan Chambers)
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Principal Partner

Kontagora, Niger State, Nigeria

Summary

Led as Principal Partner and Lead Counsel, overseeing comprehensive litigation, advisory, and consultancy services while driving digital transformation and legal education initiatives.

Highlights

Spearheaded initiatives in digital transformation, policy dialogue, and legal education, significantly enhancing firm capabilities and public engagement.

Oversaw all aspects of case management and client relations, ensuring high-quality legal representation and strategic consulting for diverse clients.

Mentored and developed junior lawyers, fostering a culture of professional growth and excellence within the firm.

Provided expert litigation, advisory, and consultancy services, contributing to a remarkable blend of excellence in legal advocacy and legislative engagement.

Community Development Advocate
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Farmer and Community Development Advocate

Niger State, Niger State, Nigeria

Summary

Promoted agricultural enterprise and rural development projects across Niger State, actively supporting youth empowerment through agribusiness initiatives and legal capacity-building.

Highlights

Initiated and promoted agricultural enterprise projects, contributing to rural economic development across Niger State.

Actively supported youth empowerment through agribusiness initiatives, fostering self-sufficiency and skill development.

Delivered legal capacity-building programs, enhancing community understanding of legal frameworks relevant to rural development.

Niger State Ministry of Justice
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State Counsel

Minna, Niger State, Nigeria

Summary

Represented the State in criminal prosecutions and civil litigations, providing legal opinions and advisory memoranda to ministries and government agencies.

Highlights

Successfully represented the State in numerous criminal prosecutions and civil litigations, upholding justice and legal standards.

Drafted comprehensive legal opinions and advisory memoranda, guiding ministries and government agencies on critical legal matters.

Supported institutional reforms and enhanced the enforcement of justice administration policies, contributing to systemic improvements.

Mika Anache & Co., Legal Practitioners and Consultants
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Legal Practitioner

Kontagora, Niger State, Nigeria

Summary

Acquired foundational legal practice experience under senior counsel, participating in drafting, legal correspondence, and case preparation for civil and criminal matters.

Highlights

Participated actively in drafting various legal documents and correspondence, developing strong foundational legal writing skills.

Assisted senior counsel in comprehensive case preparation for both civil and criminal matters, gaining exposure to diverse legal proceedings.

Contributed to the successful resolution of cases by conducting thorough research and preparing essential legal documentation.

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
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Legal Assistant and Academic Support Officer

Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

Summary

Served as Legal Assistant and Academic Support Officer, assisting lecturers in course preparation, moot sessions, and academic research, while engaging in community legal awareness programs.

Highlights

Assisted lecturers in the Faculty of Law with course preparation and academic research, enhancing educational delivery.

Facilitated moot sessions, providing practical experience and guidance to law students.

Engaged in impactful community legal awareness programs, educating the public on legal rights and responsibilities during service year.

Projects

Applied Learning Assignments (Introduction to Generative AI)

Summary

Completed Applied Learning Assignments as part of the DeepTech Ready Program, achieving a grade of 80/100.

Ethical Prompt Engineering and System Prompt Design

Summary

Developed structured and ethical prompt engineering techniques for text and image generation, and designed system prompts for LLMs.

AI Flood Alert System Development

Summary

Developed an AI Flood Alert System as a member of a 3-man team for the 3MTT Hackathon 2025 Niger State Pitch, designed to provide early, accurate, and real-time flood warnings.

Capstone 4: Simulated Incident Response - Advanced Phishing Attack

Summary

Conducted simulated phishing incident response, including malware behavior analysis, containment, and post-incident review.

Capstone 3: Securing Roles-Based Access Control (RBAC) System

Summary

Implemented an RBAC model on Linux systems with group policies, privilege enforcement, and automated access control scripts.

Capstone 5: Event Log Analysis and Malware Forensics

Summary

Investigated system logs to detect malware presence, unauthorized logins, and terminated services, recommending MFA, patching, and user security awareness.

Capstone 1: Incident Report - Malware Infection via Fake Google Authentication Page

Summary

Conducted network forensics and malware analysis using Wireshark to identify Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and recommend containment/recovery actions.

Capstone 2: Network Design and Security - Cisco Packet Tracer Implementation

Summary

Designed a secure enterprise network architecture using VLANs, ACLs, and SSH authentication within Cisco Packet Tracer.