Zamfara State Commissioner for Commerce, Industry, and Tourism, Hon. Aliyu Abdulrahman, also known as Tumbido, along with six others, has been awarded Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees in Public Governance and Leadership from the Abuja Leadership Centre at Yakubu Gowon University, previously known as the University of Abuja.
According to Professor Abdulhamid Ozohu-Suleiman, the Director of the Centre, these academic achievements were conferred after the recipients successfully completed all requirements, including the external defense of their theses on May 13 and 14, 2026, pending the approval of the University’s Senate.
Besides Hon. Abdulrahman, the other recipients of doctoral degrees in the same field include Nwakolu Christian Chukwuka, Matthew Onokpasa, and Ego Benson-Nwobum, as well as Oladunni Sarah Olanike, Dika Doris David, and Hamadama Dahiru Bazza.
Following the event, Professor Ozohu-Suleiman commended the external examiner, Professor Linda Kwon-Ndung from the Federal University of Lafia in Nasarawa State, for her thorough and professional evaluation of the doctoral candidates. He also encouraged the awardees to adhere to all the instructions and corrections provided during their thesis defense within the stipulated timeframe.
In his reaction, Hon. Abdulrahman dedicated his academic achievement to Almighty Allah and expressed that his motivation for pursuing a doctoral programme stemmed from his passion for seeking knowledge.
He pledged to utilize the knowledge gained from his research on the “Socio-economic Impact of Mineral Resource Conflict,” which significantly affects his community in Zamfara, to improve conditions in the state.
“Based on what I have read and researched, I have much to contribute. I assure you I will communicate this, especially to our leaders in Zamfara, regarding ways to address the issues of banditry, kidnapping, and other social and economic challenges,” he stated.
“Obtaining a PhD is not the most important aspect; rather, it is the research process that matters. I have gained valuable insights that I believe will impact not only myself but also my family, community, state, local government, and country at large.
“The programme was quite enlightening. As you know, the pursuit of knowledge never ends, and I may choose to continue my studies further. I am grateful to have achieved this milestone, and what motivated me to pursue a doctorate was my love for learning,” he added.
The Abuja Leadership Centre at the University of Abuja is recognized as a TETFUND Centre of Excellence for Public Governance and Leadership, dedicated to enhancing public governance and leadership in Nigeria and beyond.
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