Zulaykhah Aileru

A strategic leader with extensive experience in security, defence, governance, and business operations. Proven record of implementing multimillion-dollar projects, driving military-industrial innovation, and building sustainable public-private partnerships across Nigeria and internationally. Known for advancing policy execution, national security innovation, and women’s leadership in defence technology.

• Founder – Garnet Youth Initiative: Advocating civic responsibility among Nigerian youth.
• Volunteer – African Policy Conversation, Abuja.
• Member – ASIS International (Global security professionals network).

• “Stop Buying, Start Building: Nigeria’s Path to Defence Self-Reliance” – LinkedIn, 2025
• Featured in Defence Journal News Agency of Nigeria for innovation in national security.

• Power Sector Security Transformation – Directed the nationwide deployment of AI-integrated surveillance cameras across Transmission Company of Nigeria facilities, enabling real-time monitoring of 62 transmission stations. This innovation drastically improved situational awareness, reduced downtime from security breaches, and strengthened the resilience of Nigeria’s energy grid.
• Community Security & Safe Cities – Designed and executed the deployment of sophisticated surveillance systems and command-and-control centres to enhance urban and neighbourhood security. This initiative provided real-time threat detection, improved incident response, and restored public confidence in community safety.
• Defence Manufacturing Leadership – Spearheaded the establishment of West Africa’s first ballistic armour production facility, driving local manufacturing of protective vests and helmets for Nigeria’s armed forces and security agencies. This landmark achievement reduced reliance on imports, created jobs, and positioned Nigeria as a regional hub for defence innovation.
• Oil & Gas Asset Protection – Oversaw the introduction of smart lock and real-time tracking systems for petroleum transportation and storage. This significantly curtailed theft, enhanced driver accountability, and protected critical national revenue streams.
• Border Security Innovation – Led a design-thinking team that delivered an indigenous border management strategy for the Nigerian Immigration Service, leveraging technology to strengthen national frontiers and combat illegal migration.

• Certified Protection Professional (CPP) 2023
• Physical Security Professional (PSP) – ASIS International (2022)
• Project Management Training – New Horizon (2019)
• Leading Change Through Policy-Making – British Council (2020)