Qualifications: Ph.D. Public Administration, University of Pittsburgh, USA, 1984; M.A. Political Science (Public Administration), Ohio University, USA, 1981; B.Sc. Political Science, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, 1978; Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Health Planning and Economics, London School of Economics, 1990-1991.

Profile: Expert in public administration and policy with extensive research on ecological challenges, sustainable development, and conflict resolution in Nigeria. Published works include papers on desertification and food security in Yobe State and United Nations reforms. Served as Head of Department of Political Science and Administration (1993-1997), Acting Dean of Faculty of Social and Management Sciences (1998-1999), Director of Centre for Peace, Diplomatic and Development Studies (2005-2014, 2015-present), and Director of Centre for Strategic Planning at University of Maiduguri (2014-present). Appointed Acting Vice Chancellor of Borno State University in April 2024.