Nigerian Army welcomes inaugural professor

The Nigerian Defence Academy in Kaduna, has declared the elevation of Lt. Col. Abubakar-Surajo Imam to the esteemed rank of Professor in Mechatronics Engineering, marking the first instance of a serving personnel achieving this rank within the Nigerian Army’s history.

Brig.-Gen. A.M. Tukur, the Registrar of the Academy, formally disclosed this promotion in a statement issued on Friday in Kaduna. The promotion, sanctioned during the NDA Council Meeting in September, was effective from October 1, 2023.

Highlighting Lt. Col. Imam’s contributions, Brig.-Gen. Tukur conveyed that the decision by the council was a testament to Imam’s exceptional dedication and impact within the Department of Mechatronics Engineering at the Academy. He commended Imam’s exemplary service, underscoring his commitment to upholding excellence in his field.

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“This recognition not only honors Professor Imam but also underscores the Nigerian Defence Academy’s commitment to acknowledging and rewarding outstanding contributions within its academic community,” added Tukur.

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Expressing congratulations on behalf of the Academy’s Commandant and staff, Tukur emphasized the expectation for Imam to sustain his commitment and dedication.

Imam, originally from Kankia in Katsina State, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bayero University, Kano State, a Master’s Degree in Mechatronics from Newcastle University, United Kingdom, and a Ph.D. in Mechatronics and Robotics from the same university.

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