OUR TEAM

Our Awesome

Policy Expert and Team

The Center for Security Analysis and Cooperation is strengthened by diverse professional and cultural backgrounds, including experience in international development; regional and local government; international organizations; human rights; security; and the military.

Rashid Zuberu
Founder
Rashid Zuberu is the Founder of The Center for Security Analysis and Cooperation and Chief Executive Officer of CSAC. A leading regional and national security and counterterrorism expert, he plays a significant advisory role in global intelligence and geopolitical issues.
Billy Yasin
SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW
Yasin Billy is a Senior Research Fellow at The Center for Security Analysis and Cooperation focusing on military affairs and operational analysis, conflict resolution, climate security, and the proliferation of non-state armed groups in the Sahel Region. Billy Yasin prior to working with CSAC worked as a freelance journalist, entrepreneur, media influencer, and social worker. Billy Yasin is the Chief Executive Officer of SYB Prime Enterprise and A Better Community for All – a social community initiative. Billy Yasin serves on the board of the Akron-Ghana Partnership (a sister city partnership between the USA and Ghana).Billy Yasin is an ambassador with the Universal Peace Federation (from South Korea), and a member of Junior Chamber International and serves as an independent consultant on international diplomatic relations and Business.
Oluwasogo Dairo Joseph
SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW
Oluwasogo Dairo Joseph is a Senior Research Fellow at The Center for Security Analysis and Cooperation. He is the Director of Research at The CSAC, where his research focuses on domestic, regional and transnational terrorism, international security, and geopolitics. Mr. Oluwasogo is a dynamic professional with a foundation in Chemical Engineering and a career spanning multiple sectors including Oil and Gas, Real Estate, Fintech, and Commercial Banking. Mr. Oluwasogo holds safety and security certifications. Currently a freelance Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) analyst, leveraging expertise in risk management and data-driven insights. Serves as a Local Coordinator with the United Nations International Peace Council (UNIPC) and is an active member of the World Safety Organization and the Africa Security Forum.
Gifty Boateng
RESEARCH FELLOW
Gifty Boateng is a Research Fellow at the Center for Security Analysis and Cooperation, focusing on sexual and gender-based violence in conflict affected areas in Africa. Gifty is a Communication for Development expert and Gender Advocate. With a passion for driving social change and fostering empowerment. Gifty leverages her years of expertise to create impactful communication strategies that advance Development Goals and promote gender equality and equity. As a committed gender activist, Miss Gifty works tirelessly to advocate and amplify underrepresented voices.
Fawziatu Zakaria
SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW
Fawziatu Zakaria is a Senior Research Fellow at the Center for Security Analysis and Cooperation. Fawziatu Zakaria works to bring evidence-based solutions to the private and public sectors to counter illicit financing and terrorism. Fawziatu holds Msc. in International Accounting and Finance from Buckingham shire New University, UK.
Aduo Prince
ASSOCIATE RESEARCH FELLOW
Aduo Prince is a Research Associate at The Center for Security Analysis and Cooperation. His research focuses on geopolitics and global security issues, specifically surrounding energy and climate related topics.
Adam Alhassan Abu
RESEARCH ANALYST
Adam Alhassan Abu is a Research Analyst at The Center for Security Analysis and Cooperation. He has experience in research, data analysis, and project management, and his research focuses on violent extremism, migration, humanitarian access, and The International governance system.