At only 33 years old, Ayuba is a man with 15 years of welding experience. He began his journey as an apprentice at a shop in the Yelwa community of Bauchi. Although many people believe his disability would hinder his work, Ayuba worked closely with his mentor doing hands-on work to gain welding experience. The eight years he spent working as an apprentice not only provided him with practical welding knowledge but also the knowledge to establish and maintain relationships with his customers.

Though welding can be uncomfortable and physically strenuous, Ayuba is driven by his passion for the creativity that welding allows him to express. He finds great satisfaction in transforming raw materials into an item his customer can use and enjoy.

While Ayuba loves his family, he wishes to be married and start a family of his own. He wants to work towards financial independence and stability through his welding business. Eventually, he wants to have the means to support this future family and build a home for his loved ones.

In addition to these personal goals, Ayuba hopes to provide job opportunities for people with disabilities. Ayuba believes that money is not the most important measure of success, but rather the positive impact he leaves on his community is what defines success for him. He would like to build meaningful relationships with other disabled individuals and contribute to their independence and a positive outlook for their future.

Ayuba faces several obstacles in achieving these goals but remains positive and determined. At the moment, financial constraints pose the largest issue. He is unable to purchase the technological equipment necessary to start up his business. In addition to this, he lacks a financial tracking system, which makes it increasingly difficult to make large purchases.

Ayuba believes that obtaining a shop located in a separate market would be the best course of action to facilitate the growth of his business. Though the location he has in mind is far from home, he has a well-established network of support and clientele within the community. Eventually, Ayuba dreams of using his skills to work with government organizations and hospitals to improve infrastructure.

Ayuba is 33 years old and was born in Plateau State. He grew up in a small apartment with his siblings and parents in Bauchi State. His father is a retired civil servant and his mother works as a cleaner at their local general hospital. Though Ayuba completed primary and secondary school, he was unable to continue his studies due to financial constraints. One day, he hopes that his business success will allow him to return to school and explore other potential passions.

After the completion of secondary school, Ayuba found a passion for metalwork. At first, his parents disapproved of his interest, worried that his disability would leave him vulnerable in this field of work. Ayuba was determined to build himself a productive and independent life, so he pursued this career despite his parents' reservations. He is proud that his income allows him to contribute to his sick father's medical bills and his siblings' school fees.

Ayuba grew up watching other disabled people begging on the streets, partly due to a lack of governmental or private support. He hopes that his work with Leadership Initiatives will allow him to remain independent through the use of his skills and talent. Eventually, he hopes to expand his business and hire employees and apprentices. In addition to imparting his knowledge and passion, Ayuba hopes that he can positively impact other disabled individuals in his community by providing them with job training and an opportunity to become financially independent.

Ayuba says that "partnering with Leadership Initiatives and the students is a wonderful opportunity, I am glad to be part of this organization, I had good faith that through this partnership I will be an example for other people with disabilities. This will decrease the number of people begging on the street."