He assumed this position after serving as the Theatre Commander of the Joint Task Force in North East Operation Hadin Kai.

[3] Ali has held various key appointments, including: Ali's experience includes participation in Operation Liberty in Liberia from 1994 to 1998 and Operation Sandstorm/Tiger Tail in Sierra Leone in 1997, where he was wounded in action.

He was also part of Operation Flush Out 1 with the Multinational Joint Task Force in Baga Borno State from 1998 to 2000.

Currently, he is serving in the MNJTF and leading a campaign to eradicate all terrorists from the Lake Chad basin, ensuring the safety and security of the region.

His hobbies include reading, watching films, playing golf and reflecting about life.