A seasoned legal professional with over 30 years of experience, including extensive work in government and the petroleum sector. Holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of
Khartoum (1982) and has expertise in intellectual property, petroleum agreements, arbitration, and construction contracts. Served as a legal advisor in various government departments,
including the Ministry of Petroleum and the Roads & Bridges Public Corporation. Managed legal departments at multiple petroleum operating companies, including White Nile Petroleum
and StarOil. Currently enrolled as an advocate following voluntary retirement from the Ministry of Justice in 2020.