With curiosity as a guiding force and research as the foundation of my work…

  • What would happen if humans suddenly disappeared from Earth?

    What would happen if humans suddenly disappeared from Earth?

    What would happen if humans suddenly disappeared from Earth? The History Channel’s special Life After People delves into this intriguing question, offering a detailed analysis of how nature would reclaim the planet and the legacy humans would leave behind. Within hours of human extinction, most power plants shut down. Fossil-fuel-based plants fail due to fuel… Read more

  • Academia to Industry: Lessons Learned from a Decade of Engineering Research and Teaching

    Academia to Industry: Lessons Learned from a Decade of Engineering Research and Teaching

    Transitioning from academia to industry is a journey that many scholars contemplate but few truly understand until they experience it firsthand. My own journey began in 2014, when I embarked on a Master’s degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering. Over the years, I’ve earned a doctorate, and I am now on the cusp of completing… Read more

  • Nigeria Parliament Rejects Bill to Expand Islamic Law in Nigeria’s Constitution

    Nigeria Parliament Rejects Bill to Expand Islamic Law in Nigeria’s Constitution

    In a recent session, Nigeria’s House of Representatives voted down a bill that sought to amend the 1999 Constitution by expanding the scope of Islamic law beyond personal matters. Sponsored by Aliyu Misau, a representative from Bauchi State, the bill proposed to remove the term “personal” from several constitutional sections, thereby enabling Islamic law to… Read more

  • Kano’s History: The Igbo Factor in Intergroup Relations and Commerce

    Kano’s History: The Igbo Factor in Intergroup Relations and Commerce

    The rich and complex history of intergroup relations in Nigeria is filled with stories of resilience, cooperation, and occasional tension. One such tale is the Igbo community’s relationship with Kano, a city that has long been a melting pot of cultures and commerce. Professor Ahmed Bako’s inaugural lecture, titled “The Igbo Factor in the History… Read more