Highly accomplished Lecturer and academic leader with over a decade of experience in History, specializing in African Economic History, inter-ethnic relations, and socio-political dynamics. Expert in curriculum development, student assessment, and departmental management, with a strong record of publications and conference presentations. Driven to contribute profound research insights and foster academic excellence in dynamic educational environments.
Lecturer & Acting Head of Department, History
Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria
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Provided academic leadership and administrative oversight for the History Department, fostering student development and maintaining educational standards through teaching, research, and examination management.
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Served as Acting Head of Department since 2018, providing strategic leadership for research initiatives, curriculum development, and comprehensive student assessment.
Managed educational development by designing, setting, and marking examinations, ensuring rigorous academic standards for all students.
Contributed to national academic quality assurance by marking IJMB examinations for Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria.
Assisted in the overall management of the School, implementing directives from institutional leadership to enhance operational efficiency and academic programs.
Published multiple journal articles and presented at numerous national and international conferences, significantly contributing to discourse on Nigerian history and societal issues.
Assistant Lecturer, Sandwich Programme
Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria
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Delivered lectures, conducted assessments, and managed examinations within the Sandwich Programme, fostering student learning and academic integrity.
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Taught and assessed students across various history courses, facilitating comprehensive understanding and academic progression.
Developed and administered examinations, contributing to the rigorous evaluation of student performance and curriculum effectiveness.
Supported the academic mission of the Sandwich Programme through dedicated teaching and mentorship, impacting student success.
Senior Education Officer
Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria
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Taught courses, designed assessments, and marked examinations to uphold educational standards and evaluate student achievement within the Benue State teaching service.
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Delivered engaging instruction and evaluated student performance, demonstrating expertise in curriculum delivery and assessment practices.
Contributed to the quality assurance of education by setting and marking examinations across various subjects.
Applied pedagogical skills to foster student learning and academic development within the state's education system.
PhD
PhD - History
Courses
Dissertation: Traditional Savings and Loans Among the Tiv: A Study of Jamis Bam, 1978-2021.
Research focused on African Economic History, emphasizing the societal importance of informal financial institutions.
Masters of Arts (MA)
Masters of Arts (MA) - History
Courses
Dissertation: The History of Hausa Migrant Community in Sankera from 1960–2003. The research demonstrates practical ways in which a harmonious relationship between the Hausa migrant community and their host the Tiv of Sankera has been sustained for developing healthy inter-ethnic relations in Nigeria
Focused on African Diplomatic History and relations between indigenes and settler groups in Nigerian politics.
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - History
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Dissertation: Rural to Rural migration in Sankera Area of Benue State.
Examined the causes and impacts of rural-to-rural migration patterns.
National Certificate of Education (NCE)
National Certificate of Education (NCE) - Education (History/Social Studies)
Courses
Dissertation: Rural Development in Benue State, Directorate of Food, Roads and Rural Infrastructure (DFFRI) Experiment in Ukum Local Government Area.
Examined rural development initiatives and their impact in Benue State.
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Studies on The Land, Peoples and Culture in Nigeria
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Contributed a chapter examining the intersection of culture and tourism development within Nigeria, highlighting its socio-economic potential.
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Journal of Languages, Literatures, Culture and Multi – Disciplinary studies
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Provided an in-depth analysis of contemporary challenges and debates in international relations, contributing to interdisciplinary studies.
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International Journal for Social Science and Management Research Vol. 11
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Investigated the interconnected issues of elite conspiracy, ethno-religious violence, and insecurity, and their implications for Nigeria's national stability.
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International Journal for Social Science and Management Research Vol. 11 no. 4
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Explored strategies for leveraging cultural diversity to resolve societal divergences and promote national unity and development.
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Journal of Africa Research Lords Network, Abuja Vol. 12
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Analyzed the profound impacts of poverty and inequality on national development in Nigeria, contributing to discourse on socio-economic stability.
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Journal of Africa Research Lords Network, Abuja, Vol. 12
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Examined the evolving dynamics of civilian-military relations in Nigeria over a 50-year period, offering insights into political stability.
Educational Project Coordination, Research Project Oversight, Timeline Management.
Department Management, Curriculum Development, Educational Program Leadership, Institutional Administration.
African Economic History, Diplomatic History, Migration Studies, Rural Development, Inter-ethnic Relations, Qualitative Research, Dissertation Writing, Academic Publishing, Historical Analysis, Socio-political Dynamics.
University Lecturing, Student Assessment, Examination Design, Pedagogical Methods, Knowledge Inculcation, Student Mentorship.
Academic Writing, Public Speaking, Conference Presentations, Intercultural Communication.
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Presented a paper at the Third Faculty of Arts International Conference, examining the interplay of language policy and indigenous knowledge for national development.
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Presented research at the International Conference on Water Bodies and Development in Africa, exploring the impact of River Benue on industrial growth in Makurdi.
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Presented research at the 7th ASUP National Conference, investigating the relationship between political and secular activism in post-independence Nigerian politics.
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Presented a critical analysis of rhetorical devices in the poetry of selected Nigerian authors at the 7th ASUP National Conference.
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Presented a literary analysis at the Eighth School of Languages Annual National Conference, focusing on themes of mimicry in Adichie's works.
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Presented research at the Eighth School of Languages Annual National Conference, analyzing violence against women in conflict and non-conflict settings.
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Presented research at the 6th ASUP National Conference, focusing on indigenous self-help groups and traditional financing methods among the Tiv people.
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Presented at the 9th Annual National Conference on Vocational and Technical Education, synthesizing the economic impacts of COVID-19 in Nigeria.
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Presented at the 5th National Conference, National Association of Women in Colleges of Education, examining the impact of Boko Haram on religious education.
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Presented findings at the School of Sciences College of Education Oju, discussing the underutilization of scientific approaches in crime management.
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Presented at the 8th School of Languages Annual National Conference, College of Education Katsina-Ala, analyzing the Fulani herdsmen crises and Nigeria's restructuring debate.