Leadership

Expertise in service of ecosystems.

TRF’s governance and technical leadership brings together plant science, environmental research, law, finance and community engagement.

TRF environmental field activity in Northeastern Nigeria

Chairman & CEO

Scientific leadership with a community focus.

Chairman / Chief Executive Officer

Professor Halima Mohammed Abba

Professor of Botany specialising in Plant Ecology and Physiology; provides strategic and technical leadership in ecosystem restoration, biodiversity conservation, climate action and environmental sustainability.

“TRF remains committed to expanding its impact, strengthening partnerships, supporting innovative solutions and empowering communities.”

Management & technical team

A multidisciplinary foundation.

Director, Planning

Mr. Usman Abubakar Yuguda

Background in Botany and Plant Science; supports strategic planning and programme development.

Director, Legal

Barr. Hassan Mohammed Kachalla

Practising lawyer providing legal guidance, regulatory compliance support and organisational accountability.

Director, Finance

Aishatu Mohammed Tumala

MSc Economics; supports financial planning, budgeting, resource management and project coordination.

Director, Research

Mr. Abba Idris Sa’id

BSc/MSc Botany and PhD candidate in Plant Ecology; provides research and technical support.

Director, Environment

Maryam Mohammed Tumala

MSc Geology candidate with industry experience; supports environmental sustainability, natural-resource management and climate action.

Secretary

Mustapha Abubakar

MSc Plant Ecology; supports coordination, documentation, communication and administration.

Governance

Board of Trustees.

Professor Halima AbbaChairman / Trustee

Aishatu Mohammed TumalaTrustee

Maryam Mohammed TumalaTrustee

Usman YugudaTrustee / Secretary