Prof. A.M. Kabir

Brief Biography

Personal Website: https://profamkabir.com/

Professor Abdullahi Mohammed Kabir is a distinguished scholar and a pragmatic entrepreneur who stands as a regional authority in the field of Agribusiness. He is currently the only Professor of Agribusiness serving the entire axis of Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara States.

A "Teacher of Teachers," Professor Kabir’s career reflects a deep commitment to the Nigerian education system, having risen through the ranks from a Grade II Teacher in primary schools to becoming a University Professo. His approach to academia is uniquely practical; he combines deep theoretical knowledge with over 30 years of hands-on entrepreneurial experience, having started his business journey long before assuming university leadership.

He holds the distinction of being the first person in the history of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS) to serve simultaneously as a Double Director, leading both the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED) and the Career Service Centre.

A 21st-century academic, Professor Kabir bridges the gap between agriculture and technology. He is a skilled Web Developer and Artificial Intelligence (AI) expert, actively applying digital tools to modernize agribusiness and research. He also serves as the Executive Vice-President of CAMPUS-SAFE AFRICA, a social enterprise dedicated to student safety and welfare.

Education

• Ph.D. Agricultural Economics – Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (2015)
• M.Sc. Agricultural Economics – Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (2002)
• Bachelor of Agriculture – Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (1998)
• National Certificate in Education (NCE) – College of Education, Sokoto (1990)
• Grade II Teachers Certificate – Government Teachers College, Bakura (1984)

Languages A detribalized Nigerian and effective communicator, Professor Kabir is fluent in:

•English
•Hausa
•Fulfulde
•Yoruba

Administrative & Leadership Experience Professor Kabir has demonstrated exceptional capacity in managing university assets and student development:

• Director, Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (2023 – 2025)
• Director, Career Service Centre (2024 – 2025)
• Member, UDUS IT Compete Standing Committee (2023 – 2025)
• Member, UDUS iDICE Incubation Hub / Centre Committee (2025)

Entrepreneurial Ventures (University Enterprises) Unlike traditional academics, Professor Kabir actively manages a portfolio of successful enterprises, proving the viability of the agribusiness theories he teaches. His roles include:

• CEO, UDUS Rice Mill Limited
• CEO, UDUS Organic Fertilizer
• CEO, CED-UDUS Bakery, Catering, and Logistics Services
• CEO, Mai-Kilishi Nigeria Limited
• CEO, Honey & Herbs

Research & Supervision Professor Kabir is a prolific mentor who has supervised over 64 candidates, including PhDs, MScs, and undergraduate. With over 35 publications to his name, his research focuses on profitability, value-chain analysis, and the integration of digital technology in agriculture.

Selected Recent Publications:

• Bridging the Digital Divide: How ICTs are Transforming Agribusiness in Sokoto (2024).
• Empowering Agribusinesses in the Digital Age: E-Marketing Strategies in Sokoto (2024).
• Agribusiness Strategies for Mitigating Risks in the Tomato Value-Chain (2024).
•Women in Micro-Scale Fura Processing Business: An Assessment of Profitability (2025).

Professional Affiliations

• Member, African, Association of Agricultural Economists (AAAE)
• Member, Agricultural Society of Nigeria (ASN)
• Member, Nigerian Association of Agricultural Economists (NAAE)
• Member, Farm Management Association of Nigeria (FAMAN)

Consultancy & Public Engagement A sought-after public speaker and consultant, Professor Kabir has served as a resource person for major projects including NIRSAL and the World Bank-supported TRIMING project. He regularly delivers keynote addresses at diverse events, from Medical Inductions to Cultural Festivals.

Area of specialization:	Agribusiness Management
Email:	kabir.mohammed@udusok.edu.ng \| consult@profamkabir.com
Phone:	+234803 927 0001 \| +234808 927 0001

List of Selected Publications

Nigerian-University Based Journals

1. DETERMINANTS OF NON ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES (NAB) CONSUMPTION IN NORTH-WESTERN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF SOKOTO METROPOLIS. M.K. Abdullahi and A.A. Yakubu. Nigerian Journal of Basic and Applied Science (December, 2013), 21(4): 273-281. http://www.ajol.info/index.php/njbas/index ISSN 0794-5698
2. AN ANALYSIS OF PRE-PACKAGED DAIRY PRODUCTS CONSUMPTION IN SOKOTO METROPOLIS, SOKOTO STATE, NIGERIA. Mohammed K. Abdullahi, Usman B. Kyiogwom, Likita Tanko and Muawiya Jibir. Sokoto Journal of Social Sciences. Vol. 5(1):225-238. March, 2015. FSS JOURNAL Udus sjssudus@gmail.com ISSN-1595-2738 (print), ISSN-2384-7654 (on line)
3. CONSUMPTION PATTERN OF DAIRY PRODUCTS IN AN URBAN SETTING, A STUDY OF SOKOTO METROPOLIS. Mohammed K. Abdullahi, Usman B. Kyiogwom, Likita Tanko and Muawiya Jibir. Nigerian Journal of Basic and Applied Science. (in press). http://www.ajol.info/index.php/njbas/index ISSN 0794-5698
4. DEMAND ANALYSIS OF TRADITIONALLY PROCESSED DAIRY PRODUCTS (Ghee and Sour milk) IN SOKOTO METROPOLIS, SOKOTO STATE, NIGERIA. Mohammed K. Abdullahi, Usman B. Kyiogwom, Likita Tanko and Muawiya Jibir. Sokoto Journal of Social Sciences. Vol. 6(2):205-216. December, 2016. FSS JOURNAL Udus sjssudus@gmail.com ISSN-1595-2738 (print), ISSN-2384-7654 (on line).
5. DEMAND ANALYSIS OF NON RUMINANT MEAT PRODUCTS IN SOKOTO STATE, NIGERIA. Yusuf M. M. and Muhammad K. Abdullahi. Dutse Journal of Economics and Development Studies. Vol.1(1):157—166 ISSN-2536-6130
6. Determinants of Fresh Fruits Consumption in North Western Nigeria: A study of Sokoto Metropolis. Yakubu A. ABDULLAHI and Mohammed K. ABDULLAHI. Yobe Journal of Economics Vol.3 (1):343—349 ISSN-2408-5103.

International Journals

7. ASSESSING THE EFFECTS OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC FACTORS ON ICTS ADOPTION AMONG EXTENSION WORKERS IN THE NORTH-WEST ZONE OF NIGERIA. Yakubu, D.H. , Abubakar, B.Z., Atala, T.K., Muhammed A. and Abdullahi, M.K. International Journal of Agricultural Policy and Research Vol.1 (9), pp. 255-269, November 2013. http://www.journalissues.org/journalshome.php?id=1 ISSN 2350-1561
8. RESOURCE-USE EFFICIENCY IN SMALL-SCALE PUMP IRRIGATION AMONG FARMERS OF THE NORTHERN ZONE OF SOKOTO AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECT, SOKOTO STATE, NIGERIA. M. K. Abdullahi, D. H. Yakubu, H. M. Bello and K. M. Baba. World Journal of Agricultural Sciences Vol. 2 (1), pp. 001-007, January 2014 http://wsrjournals.org/journal/wjas ISSN 2329-9312.
9. PATTERN OF FRUIT AND NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONSUMPTION IN SOKOTO METROPOLIS, NIGERIA Mohammed K. Abdullahi and Yakubu A. Abdullahi. International Journal of Agricultural Policy and Research Vol. 2 (4), pp. 154-165, April 2014 http://www.journalissues.org/journalshome.php?id=1 ISSN 2350-1561.
10. CONSUMPTION PREFERENCES FOR DAIRY PRODUCTS IN AN URBAN SETTING: A STUDY OF SOKOTO METROPOLIS. Mohammed K. Abdullahi, Usman B. Kyiogwom, Likita Tanko and Muawiya Jibir. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INNOVATIVE RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT.www.ijird.com November, 2014 Vol 3 Issue 11:308-314 ISSN 2278 – 0211.
11. DAIRY PRODUCTS CONSUMPTION PREVALENCE IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF SOKOTO METROPOLIS. Mohammed K. Abdullahi, Usman B. Kyiogwom, Likita Tanko and Muawiya Jibir. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INNOVATIVE RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT. www.ijird.com December, 2014 Vol 3 Issue 13:460-468. ISSN 2278 – 0211.
12. Yakubu, D. H., John, B., Umar, B. F. Adisa, R. S., and Abdullahi, M. K. (2016). Agricultural information channels used by livestock farmers in Wurno local government area of Sokoto state, Nigeria. Nigerian Journal of Rural Sociology Vol. 16 Number 4 ISSN: 0189-7543

Peer-Reviewed Conference Papers

13. M.K. Abdullahi, H.Y. Danlami, H.M.Bello and K.M. Baba (2013). Profitability of small-scale fadama irrigation using motorised pump in the northern zone of sokoto agricultural development project. In: Omotesho O.A.,Adewumi M. O.,Ogunlade L., Fawole O.B.; Babatunde R.O.; Ayinde O.E. and Muhammad-Lawal A. (Eds) Proceeding of the 27th Annual Conference of the Farm Management Association of Nigeria held at the University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. 26th to 30th August. ISBN 978 2607-002 pp. 257—263
14. Yakubu A A, Abdullahi M. K. and Habiba A. M. (2015). Microcredit Facility Under International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to Women in Dange/Shuni Local Government Area of Sokoto State, Nigeria. In: U. Haruna; A. U. Izge; A. Abdulhamid; Y. Iliyasu; S.L. Abdurrahman and Y.N. Katanga (Eds) Proceeding of the 29th Annual Conference of the Farm Management Association of Nigeria held at the Federal University Dutse, Dutse, Jigawa State, Nigeria. 23rd to 26th November. ISBN 978 2607-002 pp. 595—603

Unpublished Conference Papers

15. Yakubu, D.H., John, B., Umar, B.F. Adisa, A.R, and Abdullahi, M.K. (2015). Assessment of Agricultural Information Uptake by Livestock Farmers in Wurno Local Government Area of Sokoto State, Nigeria. Paper presented at the 20th Annual Conference of Agricultural Extension Society of Nigeria (AESON) held at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. 12--15th May, 2015
16. Yakubu A. A.; Abdullahi M. K.; Maidoki M.L., Isa A.F. and Dandare S. (2016). Pricing Irrigation Water Resources In Nigeria’s Public Irrigation Projects. Paper presented at the 30th Annual Conference of the Farm Management Association of Nigeria (FAMAN) held at the University of Abuja, Nigeria. 28th November to 2nd December 2016.