The Gumel Emirate Foundation warmly congratulates Professor Ahmed Mohammed Gumel on his historic emergence as the 4th Substantive Vice‑Chancellor of the Federal University Dutse (FUD). This remarkable milestone in your career is a testament to your unwavering dedication, exceptional academic record, and visionary leadership within the Nigerian and global higher education landscape.
Professor Gumel’s journey reflects an extraordinary blend of scholarship, innovation, and service. Born in Gumel Local Government Area, Jigawa State, he has risen through the ranks of academia with distinction, earning advanced degrees including a Master’s in Biotechnology and a Ph.D. in Industrial Biotechnology (specialising in Biocatalysis and Bioprocess Technology) from the University of Malaya, Malaysia. His scholarly work positions him among the elite in his field, with extensive research contributions, numerous publications, and international citations that underscore his impact on contemporary science and technology.
As a Professor of Industrial Biotechnology, Professor Gumel has demonstrated profound expertise in areas such as smart responsive biomedical materials, bioprocess development, and interdisciplinary research collaborations. He has served with distinction on editorial boards of international peer‑reviewed journals, acted as a research consultant with leading organisations abroad, and maintained active membership in a broad array of prestigious professional bodies including the Royal Society of Chemistry (UK), the American Chemical Society, and the European and Asian Federations of Biotechnology.
Professor Gumel’s leadership roles within the Federal University Dutse, culminating in his emergence as Vice‑Chancellor, reflect both the confidence of the university’s electoral process and his profound commitment to advancing academic excellence, research innovation, and institutional growth. His academic stewardship has inspired many within the university community and beyond, particularly young scholars from the Gumel Emirate who aspire to careers in research, teaching, and transformative leadership.
This achievement not only honours Professor Gumel personally but also exemplifies the growing contribution of Gumel indigenes to national academic leadership and educational development. Your success resonates deeply with the aspirations of families and communities across Jigawa State and serves as a beacon of hope for future generations striving for excellence in academia and beyond.
The good people of Gumel rejoice with you on this historic milestone and pray that Almighty Allah grants you wisdom, strength, and continued success as you lead the Federal University Dutse into a new era of progress, innovation, and academic distinction.
Signed:
Alh. Sani Ahmad Babandi
(Dan Amar of Gumel)
Chairman, BoT – Gumel Emirate Foundation