Mr. Riffath-Yakub Abubakar holds pivotal roles in various organizations, showcasing his multifaceted expertise and dedication to youth empowerment and development. As the Executive Chairman of NASAAG and the Chief Planner of Third Star Limited, he plays instrumental roles in fostering growth and progress. Additionally, he serves as the Country Director of Project Know Thy Self International, Head of Business Development of Leonard Homes Limited, a Real Estate, Construction & Property Management Company. and the Executive Coordinator for The ELDERS Consult, Ghana.

Riffath is internationally recognized as a Youth Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Development Coach/Mentor and Trainer, as well as a Non-Profit/NGO Consultant, Educational & Corporate Event Consultant. He is renowned for his engaging public speaking and transformational messages. As a fervent youth development activist, Riffath channels his intellect and energy toward mentoring and empowering students and young individuals to embrace leadership, entrepreneurship, employability skills, and managerial competence. He goes beyond traditional academic qualifications, imparting attitudes, skills, and knowledge essential for thriving in today’s job market.

Since 2018, Riffath has spearheaded numerous regional and national events, including capacity-building summits, workshops, and career guidance sessions, impacting over 10,000 youth and students across Ghana and abroad. Noteworthy venues include the University of Plymouth-UK, RVS Institute of Management Studies and Research-India, University of Ghana, University of Education, Winneba, Islamic University College, Methodist University, Ghana, Valley View University, University of Media, Art and Communications, Ghana Communication Technology University, University of Professional Studies, Accra, Africa University College of Communications, Lakeside University College, Design & Technology Institute, and many more.