Mukhtar Halilu Modibbo (MHM) is a seasoned Governance, Transparency, and Accountability expert with a profound history of collaborating with marginalized grassroots communities across Africa. Formerly a Youth Leader for the Global Partnership for Education, he played a pivotal role in advancing education systems in developing nations to increase access to quality education.

At the helm of Follow the Money, Mukhtar spearheads community engagement initiatives spanning the 36 Nigerian States and 10 African countries. He orchestrates a network of over 20,000 youths, galvanizing them to demand enhanced public services from elected representatives. Mukhtar adeptly manages stakeholder relations and policy dialogues in alignment with Follow the Money’s mission. He holds an unwavering belief in young people’s potential to drive transformative change, eradicating extreme poverty and deprivation.

Renowned as a skilled speaker and trainer, Mukhtar has imparted knowledge to community workers, public servants, and young social activists on government budget tracking, social accountability, and fiscal transparency. His impact is evident in citizens’ interactions with representatives and successful government project completions in education, healthcare, and WASH sectors.