Dr. Abubakar Suleiman Tela, a man decked with virtues of goodness, is a considerate ordinary citizen, a mere civil servant, and a professional accountant with the Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority (UBRBDA). Born on 16th April 1966 to the family of Baba Tela Suleman in Konkol Maiha LGA. He symbolizes hope and has written his name in gold, portending newer versions of concrete developments in the organization where he works for our dear Country. The second child from a family of nine becomes a radiant star who is always trusting in the power of God to do what will benefit humanity with a renewed hope of a better tomorrow.
Despite being happily married to Suwaiba Abubakar and having three beautiful and unique children, Fauziyya, Suileman, and Maryam Abubakar, Suleiman Tela placed his hand in the plough of integrity and barked on ajourney to stardom. His lifestyle of humility and giving back to society speaks highly of him, he has successfully laced his life with classical philanthropic, less political tendencies, reaching out to people, and giving comfort to the less privileged, a great lover of youth development, who’s ever ready to render help to the Youths when they beckon.
Dr Abubakar believes that no matter which ethnic group, race, or religion we may belong to, our needs for help, acceptance, and motivation remain the same across the globe. This belief pushes him to
continuously support and sponsor youths in education and all human endeavours across the state. With his steady humanitarian gesture, honesty, doggedness, hard work, and career focus, many in Adamawa have seen him have a fast-growing reputation as a selfless leader.
Dr Abubakar inspires many and has left his footprints in the sand of time; his achievement speaks volumes. For him, an excellent political or civil servant life is not measured in the number of years, but in its quality; it is not how far but how well.
Rating his credibility, Dr Abubakar Tela Suleiman, in a quest to self-develop and widening his wealth of knowledge, and professional horsepower, acquired various degrees and qualifications. Amongst which are: MSc in Treasury and financial management, BSc Accountancy, Diploma in Accountancy, Basic certificate in ICT competency, Basic certificate in quick books Accounting, General certificate of education. Also, professional qualifications such as Fellow Certified National Accountant, Fellow Institute of Management Consultants, Fellow certified chartered system accountant(USA), Associate member Nigerian Institute of Management, Senior member of the Chartered Institute of Loan and Risk Management of Nigeria.
For his outstanding performance and involvement, he received numerous awards, such as: Ambassador for peace by Universal Peace Federation 2021, Award of excellence in good governance, accountability, and transparency in service delivery by the Pan-African center for Transparency and people initiative 2021. Doctorate (Honoris Causa) by the Institute of leadership, Manpower and Management Development 2022, Honorary fellow by Chartered Institute of diplomacy and Management
2022, Award of Excellence, Man of the Year by Top Society Magazine 2022, Award of excellence Man of the year by the voice magazine 2022, Honorary fellow by the Institute of criminal Justice and Criminology
Administration 2022, Merit awards by the Center for Peace and Dialogue (in recognition of
outstanding achievement in human capacity building and Youth development) 2023, Leadership award by Institute of Criminology and strategic studies (in recognition of exemplary leadership and outstanding dedication, mentorship and service to humanity) 2023, Sir Ahmadu Bello (Sardauna) platinum leadership award of excellence as an icon of societal transformation and Jarma Matasan Arewa 2023 by NORTHERN YOUTH COUNCIL OF NIGERIA, Award of excellence as an icon of peace and humanitarian service by
Northeast Peace Development Initiative, Arewa Gamji Royal Emirate Council (Sir Ahmadu Bello Sardauna Merit Award) Galadiman Gamji an Icon of societal Transformation, African Youth Assemble for Peace. “In recognition of your immense contribution towards youth development, National building and societal
development. 2024, Zero Tolerance for Corruption Association. As an ” Anti-Corruption Crusader” in our recognition of support and contribution towards youth and women development and accountability in Adamawa State. 2024, National Association of Taraba State Students, Adamawa Chapter, As an
icon of Humanitarian Service” In recognition of your selfless contribution towards student development, humanitarian services, youth empowerment and societal building” 2024, Concern Adamawa Youth. Awards of Excellence as an icon of integrity due to your immense contribution to the development of youth empowerment and selfless service to humanity in Adamawa State.
Also, traditional title, Talba Belel by district of Belel, Tambari Mubi, by his royal highness the emir of Mubi Emirate, Jarman Matasa Arewa, Galadiman Gamji. His ability to work under pressure and effectively in a team because of his good interpersonal relationship skills and integrity makes him stand out in his unique dealings with Youth and all that concerns Him.
Dr Abubakar Tela Suleiman works in various positions and places: Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority Yola, He started as an Accountant (store account) July 1994-Nov 1994 and rose to the position of Assistant Director of Finance and Accounts and Acting Director of Finance and Accounts 2021-Date
Dr Abubakar Tela Suleiman also received an honorary appointment as the Publicity Secretary of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria Adamawa State branch in 2014-2018.