The Senate of the University of Abuja has recently appointed Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi, the institution’s youngest Professor of Law, as the acting Vice-Chancellor.
This significant milestone in the history of the University of Abuja marks a remarkable achievement for Professor Maikudi, who has a distinguished career in academia and law.
This article provides an in-depth look at Professor Aisha Maikudi, her background, achievements, and contributions to the University of Abuja.
Early Life and Education
Birth and Early Education
- Date of Birth: Aisha Maikudi was born on January 31, 1983.
- State of Origin: Katsina State, Nigeria.
- Secondary Education: She attended Queens College in Lagos, where she obtained her West African Senior School Certificate.
Higher Education
- Bachelor’s Degree: She earned her LLB from the University of Reading in 2004.
- Master’s Degree: She completed her LLM at the London School of Economics & Political Science in 2005.
- Doctorate: She obtained her PhD in International Law from the University of Abuja in 2015.
Academic Career
Joining the University of Abuja
- Initial Appointment: Professor Maikudi joined the University of Abuja as a Lecturer II on September 4, 2008.
- Promotion: She was promoted to the rank of Professor in 2022, becoming the youngest Professor of Law at the university.
Key Positions
- Deputy Dean: In 2018, she became the first female Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Law.
- Pioneer Director: In 2019, she served as the pioneer director of the University of Abuja International Centre.
- Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academics: Currently, she holds the position of Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academics.
Acting Vice Chancellor
- Appointment: Effective after the current Vice Chancellor’s tenure ends on June 30, 2024, Aisha Maikudi has been appointed as the acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Abuja.
Contributions and Achievements
Research and Publications
- Focus: Professor Maikudi has conducted extensive research on United Nations Law.
- Publications: She has published numerous articles and papers in this area, contributing significantly to academic literature.
Conferences and International Presence
- Participation: She has participated in numerous national and international conferences in countries including the UK, US, South Africa, Germany, Italy, and Egypt.
Professional Memberships
- Nigerian Bar Association: Member of the Nigerian Bar Association.
- Nigerian Law Teachers Association: Active member.
- International Federation of Women Lawyers: Member.
