The Governing Council of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), has formally approved the appointment of Professor Haruna Musa as the institution’s 12th Vice-Chancellor.
This was disclosed in an official letter signed by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Council, Dr. Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, following the Council’s meeting held on Thursday, July 3, 2025. The letter stated that the appointment, which followed recommendations by the University’s Selection Board, is for a single five-year term effective from August 18, 2025.
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“The Governing Council of Bayero University, Kano, exercising its authority under Section 4 of the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) Amendment Act, 2003… hereby approves your appointment as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano,” the letter reads.
A statement by the Director of Public Affairs, BUK, Malam Lamara Garba, said Dr. Gawuna congratulated Professor Musa and wished him a successful and impactful tenure.
Academic and Professional Background
Born on June 20, 1967, in Dambatta, Kano State, Professor Haruna Musa began his educational journey at Sabuwar Unguwa Primary School (1974–1980) and continued at Government Secondary School, Dambatta (1980–1985). He earned his IJMBE certificate from the College of Arts, Science and Remedial Studies, Kano in 1988 and proceeded to obtain a B.Sc. in Chemistry from BUK in 1991. He earned a Master’s in Polymer Chemistry from the same university in 1999 and a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Bristol, UK, in 2009.
While pursuing his doctorate, he worked part-time with Revolymer Ltd, a UK-based university spin-off company.
Professor Musa began his academic career as a Graduate Assistant in the Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry at BUK in 1993. He became a full professor in 2019. Over his career, he has supervised more than 300 undergraduate and over 60 postgraduate research projects. He has published 52 scholarly articles, eight book chapters, and presented more than 40 conference papers across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Research and Innovations
Professor Musa has led several landmark research projects. He was the principal investigator for a N36 million National Research Fund grant on rechargeable zinc-air batteries and currently serves as Nigeria’s lead on a joint research venture with North Carolina State University, USA. That project facilitated BUK’s acquisition of advanced Filabot equipment for plastic recycling research. His collaborative efforts extend to institutions in India, Morocco, Senegal, and Saudi Arabia.
Leadership and Administrative Roles
Professor Musa is currently the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics) and chairs key university committees, including the Senate Business Committee and the University Admissions Committee. He has previously served as:
- Head, Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry (2015–2019)
- Deputy Director, Centre for Renewable Energy Research (CRER)
- Deputy Director I, TETFund Centre of Excellence on Renewable Energy and Sustainability Transitions (CREST)
He has also represented the university at various levels, including the Senate and Governing Council.
National Assignments and Community Service
At the national level, Professor Musa has served as:
- Lead Researcher, TETFund Impact Assessment Committee
- Member, Kano State STI Policy Technical Committee (2025)
- NUC accreditation team member for federal, state, and private universities
- External Examiner/Assessor for postgraduate theses and academic promotions
He was Chairperson of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), BUK branch (2020–2024), and founder of the Dambatta Educational Development Initiative (DEDI), a non-profit focused on expanding educational access for the underprivileged.
Professional Memberships and Recognitions
Professor Musa is a fellow or member of several professional bodies, including:
- Fellow, Institute of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria (FICCON)
- Fellow, Polymer Institute of Nigeria (FPIN)
- Fellow, Textile Researchers Association of Nigeria (FTRAN)
- Fellow, Security Institute (fsi)
- Member, Chemical Society of Nigeria (MCSN)
- Member, Society for Peace Studies and Practice (MSPSP)
His numerous awards include:
- Best Graduating Student in Chemistry, BUK (1991)
- Beam Time Award, GSI Helmholtz Centre, Germany (2008)
- Award of Research Excellence, PIN & Raw Materials Research Council (2017)
Professor Haruna Musa is married with children. He enjoys reading, research, travelling, and football.
