Arc. Shehu Ahmed Tukur

Arc. Shehu Ahmed Tukur is a distinguished architect and leader with over 27 years of
experience in the architectural industry. Born on March 7, 1969, in Keffi, Nasarawa State, he
is a graduate of the Federal University of Technology, Minna, where he earned both a Bachelor
of Technology and a Master of Technology in Architecture.
As the Founder and Chairman of Canonic Associates Ltd., a renowned architectural and
management consultancy firm with over 50 employees, Arc. Tukur has been recognized with
numerous awards for his contributions to architecture and management. His leadership extends
beyond his firm, as he has served in various pivotal roles.
Arc. Tukur is a Fellow of several prestigious institutions, including the Nigerian Institute of
Architects (FNIA), the Nigerian Institute of Management (FNIM), the Institute of Chartered
Management (FIMC), and the Chartered Institute of Administration (FCAI). He has also been
a past and current Council Member of the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria
(ARCON), from which he has received multiple awards of excellence.
Throughout his career, Arc. Tukur has been involved in the design, construction, and
management of hundreds of construction projects across Nigeria. His portfolio includes a wide
range of projects, such as Airports, Industrial Schemes, Tertiary Institutional Projects, Markets,
Residential Quarters, Commercial Developments, Hospitals, Bus Terminals, Museums, Office
Complexes, Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Development Institute, Laboratory
Complexes, and Media Studios, among others.
His contributions to education are also notable through his involvement in the planning and
implementation committees at Phoenix University and ANAN University, where he serves on
the Governing Board of ANAN.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Arc. Tukur has been active in the political
arena. In 2019, he contested during the gubernatorial primaries and has served as the APC
Zonal Vice Chairman for the Nasarawa Western Senatorial District. In the 2023 elections, he
was the APC senatorial candidate for Nasarawa West.
Arc. Tukur’s commitment to continuous learning and professional growth is reflected in his
active participation in national and international conferences, seminars, and workshops. His
work in shaping Nigeria’s infrastructure demonstrates his expertise, innovation, and
adaptability.
A respected figure in both the architectural and business spheres, Arc. Shehu Ahmed Tukur is
known for his integrity, dedication, and positive work ethics. His contributions have left a
lasting impact on Nigeria’s architectural landscape and beyond.