The management of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) in Bauchi has intensified its efforts to enhance research capabilities among its academic staff. This initiative aims to equip young academics with the necessary skills to navigate future challenges and seize opportunities in their academic careers.
In support of this goal, the university’s Directorate of Research Innovation and Development organized a two-day training program. During the event, Acting Vice Chancellor Professor Sani Usman Kunya emphasized the importance of the workshop, urging participants to apply the knowledge gained, particularly during these challenging times.
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Kunya stated, “The university is not a place to gather riches but to sacrifice and contribute your quota in terms of research for the development of the country. The intensive training is not just about discussions but acquiring knowledge to create training models that will transform the current narrative.”
Professor Fatima Sawa, Director of Research and Development at ATBU, noted that 150 young academics were carefully selected for the workshop. She highlighted that the training would be a transformative experience, preparing participants to adapt to the realities of a globalized world. “The training will serve as a life changer to the young academics, and you should use the knowledge gained to improve yourselves and the university at large,” Sawa stated.
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This initiative underscores ATBU’s commitment to equipping its academic staff with essential research skills and knowledge. The training aims to familiarize lecturers with opportunities for research funding and strategies to overcome challenges in their academic careers.
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