I’m Dr. Sa’id Alkali Kori, a development strategist and trade policy expert with a proven track record in transforming complex economic strategies into real-world impact across West and Central Africa. I currently serve as Technical Advisor to the Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum, where I lead regional economic integration efforts spanning Nigeria, Niger, Chad, and Cameroon.

As Chairman/CEO of ThinkLab Group and Chairman of Fulus Capital Limited—a SEC-licensed fund manager—I bridge technical expertise in infrastructure financing with executive leadership in development finance. With a PhD in Built Environment (Innovation Economics) from the University of Liverpool, and advanced degrees in Architecture and Digital Construction, my academic foundation empowers me to modernize trade infrastructure using cutting-edge digital tools.

With over a decade of experience across both public and private sectors, I have demonstrated exceptional capability in translating trade policy into tangible economic outcomes. My career highlights include serving as:

• Special Adviser on International Relations and Investmentto the Yobe State Governor, attracting $100M+ in development financing
• General Manager of Projects at Family Homes Funds, delivering 15,000+ affordable housing units through innovative PPP models
• Lead Architect of the Lake Chad Basin Development Program, establishing multinational institutions like the Lake Chad Airline and Regional Development Bank