Sadeeq Garba Shehu is a highly accomplished expert in peace, security, and development, bringing over 35 years of hands-on experience in national and international security operations to the Stresemann Innovation Group. His expertise in Security Sector Reform (SSR), police reform, and Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) positions him as a key asset in advising governments on institutional transformation and effective security governance. With a distinguished background as a decorated Nigerian Air Force veteran, Sadeeq offers unparalleled insights into military-police collaboration, border security management, and countering violent extremism—critical areas where the Stresemann Innovation Group drives policy innovation.

His extensive field experience across 35 African countries, combined with his proficiency in international humanitarian law and human rights frameworks, enables him to design and implement reforms that enhance accountability, civilian protection, and operational efficiency within security institutions. Sadeeq’s work in disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration (DDR), as well as counter-IED operations, underscores his ability to integrate technical expertise with strategic policy solutions—ensuring that security sector reforms are both practical and sustainable.

As a multilingual professional fluent in English and French, with working knowledge of German, Sadeeq excels in facilitating cross-border cooperation and stakeholder engagement, making him an invaluable resource for the Stresemann Innovation Group’s initiatives in legislative oversight, security intelligence, and transnational threat mitigation. His advisory roles with national governments, UN agencies, and international NGOs have honed his ability to bridge the gap between policy formulation and on-the-ground implementation.

Sadeeq’s commitment to advancing security frameworks that prioritize socio-economic development aligns seamlessly with the Stresemann Innovation Group’s mission to foster resilient and people-centered governance. His strategic vision, coupled with his operational acumen, ensures that security reforms are not only effective but also adaptive to evolving global challenges—solidifying his role as a driving force in the Group’s efforts to shape progressive and impactful security sector policies.