OUR LEADERSHIP

A Life of Service

Leadership shaped by discipline, integrity, responsibility and a commitment to improving the lives of others.

Lt Col Ibrahim Ayuba Amaya (Rtd.)

THE FOUNDER

Lt Col Ibrahim Ayuba Amaya (Rtd.)

A Soldier. A Leader. A Humanitarian. A Philanthropist.

Lieutenant Colonel Ibrahim Ayuba Amaya is a retired Nigerian military officer, security and administrative professional, humanitarian and philanthropist whose life has been shaped by discipline, integrity, leadership and service.

His journey spans military operations, strategic administration, humanitarian intervention and community development. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to a simple principle: service to others.

Service is not defined by the uniform you wear, but by the lives you touch.

FOUNDER IB MAYA FOUNDATION

THE JOURNEY

A Story Told Through Service

From early beginnings and education to military service, leadership and humanitarian work.

Early Life & Background

Education & Development

Journey of Service

EARLY LIFE

The Foundation of a Life of Service

Born on 27 June 1985 into the family of Dr. Ibrahim Mai Angwa Amaya in Gar Pali Palace, Bauchi State, Lt Col Amaya's early years laid the foundation for a life defined by discipline, education and responsibility.

His early education began at Army Children School, Bonny Camp, Lagos, followed by Keme College, Lagos.

He later studied Business Administration and Management at the University of Abuja, before obtaining an M.Sc. in Political Science and Defence Studies from the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna.

Early Life & Education

EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT

Preparation for Leadership

Education, professional development and experiences that contributed to a life of responsibility.

Academic Development

Professional Development

Leadership Formation

THE MILITARY JOURNEY

Commissioned to Serve

From tactical command and field operations to strategic coordination and senior administration, Lt Col Amaya's career reflects increasing responsibility and leadership.

Military Service

Command & Operations

Leadership & Responsibility

Command

Platoon Commander, Company Commander, Acting Commanding Officer and Commanding Officer.

Intelligence & Operations

Intelligence, operational planning and participation in national and international military operations.

Strategic Administration

Senior administrative, liaison and executive support responsibilities.

Leadership

Negotiation, critical thinking, conflict resolution, relationship management and strategic coordination.

SERVICE BEYOND THE UNIFORM

From Military Service to Humanitarian Service

A commitment to supporting people, restoring dignity, creating opportunities and strengthening communities.

While serving as a Captain, Lt Col Amaya began developing the vision that would eventually become the IB Maya Foundation.

The Foundation grew from a conviction that service should extend beyond official appointments — that people should be supported, dignity restored, opportunities created and communities strengthened.

TOUCH LIVES. RESTORE HOPE. CREATE IMPACT.

Humanitarian Service

Community Development

LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY

What Leadership Means

True leadership is measured by the positive difference one makes in the lives of others.

Discipline

Commitment to excellence and responsibility.

Accountability

Taking responsibility for decisions and actions.

Courage

Standing firm when leadership requires difficult decisions.

Integrity

Leading with honesty, trust and character.

Teamwork

Recognizing that meaningful impact is achieved together.

Responsibility

Understanding that leadership is a duty entrusted to you.

Service

Placing the wellbeing and progress of others at the heart of leadership.

PROFILE

Moments of Service & Leadership

THE LEGACY

Beyond the Rank

For Lt Col Ibrahim Ayuba Amaya, the measure of a life is not simply the positions held or the titles earned. It is the positive difference made in the lives of others.

The Lives He Touched

The Hope He Restored

The Opportunities He Created

The Communities He Strengthened

A Legacy of Service

Leadership carries a responsibility to improve the lives of others.

Lt Col Ibrahim Ayuba Amaya (Rtd.)

Founder, IB Maya Foundation

HOPE. SUPPORT. IMPACT.