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Muhammad Shehu

Area of specialization:Political Economy and Nigerian Gov’t and Politics
Email:muhammad.shehu2@udusok.edu.ng
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List of Selected Publications

1. Kura S. Y. B. and Muhammad S. (2023) ‘Caught in the Act’: Corruption and Campaign Finance in Nigeria” Sokoto Journal of the Social Sciences. 13(2) Pp:15–28. Accessible at: https://docs.google.com/gview?url=https://sjssudus.com/images/files/volume13/2/paper2.pdf&chrome=true
2. Muhammad, S. (2023). State and Industrialization in Nigeria: The Rise and Collapse of Zamfara Textile Industries. Zamfara Journal of Politics and Development. 4(3), Pp: 146-164 Accessible at: https://zjpd.com.ng/php/zjpd/article/view/242
3. Muhammad, S. & Dalha, A., (2023). Border Security and Transnational Threats: A Comparative Analysis of Nigeria-Niger Border Dynamics. Wukari International Studies Journal. 7(4) Pp: 204 – 211 Accessible at: https://wissjournals.com.ng/index.php/wiss/article/view/236/220
4. Muhammad S. (2020) Party-Switching and Electoral Outcome in Nigeria: The Case Of 2019 General Elections, In: A. Akande, B. Agara & A. Ajisebiyawo (eds) Issues in the 2019 General Elections in Nigeria, Ibadan, The Achers Press ltd. Pp: 112 – 127, ISBN: 978-978-58152-2-1
5. Bashir M. and Muhammad S., (2019) Globalisation and the Collapse of Textile Industries in Nigeria. Studies in Politics and Society: A Journal Publication of the Nigerian Political Science Association, 8 (1 & 2) Pp: 109 - 128
6. Muhammad S. and Durbawa S. A., (2019) Nigerian State and Industrialisation: Trends and Challenges. In Maishanu M. M., Abdulsalam D.O, Baba Y.T, Dankani I.M., Acheoah J.E., & Abbani A.Y., (eds) Sustainable Development Goals in Africa: The Journey so far, Conference Proceedings, Faculty of Arts, Social and Management Sciences, Federal University Birnin Kebbi, Nigeria, Mayor Prints, Pp: 332 - 339
7. Durbawa S. A. and Muhammad S. (2017) Rural – Urban Migration and Nigeria’s Sociao-Economic Development. In S. Khalid, M. Abubakar, I.M. Dankani, Yahaya T. B. & Ibrahim S. (eds), Sustainable Development Goals in Nigeria: Issues and Challenges. Sokoto, Mayor Printz. Pp: 209 – 220. ISBN: 978 – 978 – 56841 - 8-6
8. Umar D. and Muhammad S. (2016). Conceptual and Theoretical Perspectives on Displacement. In V. A. Kolawole and V. Egwemi (eds) Interrogating Internal Displacement in Nigeria. Lapai, The Rock Press & Publishing Co. Vol. I, Pp 37 – 45. ISBN: 978-978-955-460-7
9. Muhammad S. (2015) Federation of Muslim Women Associations in Nigeria and Plight of Women in Nigeria. In M. A. Wali, I. M. B. Zagga and S. Y. B. Kura (eds) Islam and Governance in Nigeria: Trends and Challenges Volume II. Kaduna, Data and Image Technology. Pp 306 – 317, ISBN 978-978-956-854-3

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS:

1. Muhammad, S., (2024). Forging Partnerships: Exploring Nigeria’s Engagement with China and Its Implications for Human Security. Being a paper presented at the first Nigeria Africa-China Research Group Conference, held at Lagos State University on the theme: “Knowledge (re)production and the academe in Africa-China research space”. 7th – 8th May, 2024.
2. Muhammad, S. & Dalha, A., (2024). Strengthening Regional Stability: International Partnerships and Alliances in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger Republic. Being a paper presented at the Annual Hybrid International Conference of the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Nigeria Nsukka on the theme: Climate Change, Migration and Security. 12th – 15th March, 2024.
3. Muhammad, S. & Dalha, A., (2023) Examining the Role of ECOWAS in Enhancing Disaster Management and Resilience in West Africa. Being a paper presented at the 8th National Conference of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto on the Theme: Disaster and their Management: The Social Science Perspectives. Held at the University Auditorium, Permanent Site. 26th – 29th November, 2023.
4. Muhammad, S. & Dalha, A., (2023) Gender Inequality and Women Participation in Politics: A case study of Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State. Being a paper presented at the 5th Annual National Conference of the Faculty of Management Sciences, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto on the Theme: Management Challenges, Transition and Sustainable Economic Development in Nigeria. Held at the Faculty Board Room. 31st October – 2nd November, 2023.
5. Muhammad, S., (2023) Assessing the Feasibility and Obstacles of Poverty Eradication Initiatives in Northwestern Nigeria. Being a paper presented at the 8th Annual International Conference of the Faculty of Education, Lagos State University on the Theme: Understanding and Tackling Rampaging Global Poverty Through Education. Held at Makanjuola Hall. 30th October – 3rd November, 2023.
6. Muhammad S., & Dalha A., (2023), The Dilemma of the Fight Against Transnational Organized Criminal Groups in West Africa. Being a paper presented at the 1st International Conference of the Faculty of Social and Management Sciences, Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State on the Theme: Emerging Trends in Globalising World: The Need for Sustainable Solutions. Held at the Faculty Auditorium. 17th – 19th October, 2023.
7. Muhammad S., (2023) Beyond the Sheikh and the Soldier: Traditional Instruments of Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding in Communal Banditry in Northern Nigeria. A paper presented at the 2nd National Conference of the Center for Peace Studies, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto on the Theme: Tackling Security Challenges for Sustainable Democracy and Development in Nigeria. Held at the University Auditorium, Main Campus. 3rd – 5h October, 2023.
8. Muhammad S., (2023) Political Parties, Mass Media and Youth Political Participation in Sokoto state. A paper presented at the 3rd International Conference of the Department of Political Science and International Studies, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in Collaboration with Aminu Kano Center for Democratic Studies (Mambayya House) Bayero University, Kano on the Theme: Beyond Sustainable Elections: Interrogating the Challenges of Leadership and Governance in Nigeria. Held at Main Auditorium, Center of Excellence, ABU Business School, ABU, Zaria. 9th – 12th July, 2023.
9. Muhammad S. & Ladan M. U., (2022) Youth and Inclusive Governance in Nigeria. A paper presented at the 2nd Annual National Conference of the Department of Political Science, Federal University Gusau, Zamfara state – Nigeria on the theme: Democracy and Human Capital Development in Nigeria: The Need for Youth and Women Empowerment, held on: 7th – 9th February, 2022
10. Muhammad S. (2021) Democracy, Fiscal Federalism and Politics of Restructuring in Nigeria. A paper presented at the 4th Annual National Conference of the Faculty of Management Sciences, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto on the theme: Managing the Challenges of Nigeria’s Complex Democracy in 21st Century, held on: 30th November – 2nd December, 2021.
11. Muhammad S. (2021) Youth Restiveness and Electoral Violence in Nigeria: An Assessment of the 2019 General Elections. A paper presented at the 32rd Annual Conference of the Nigerian Political Science Association on the Theme: Democracy and Development in Nigeria’s Fourth Republic: Issues and Challenges at the Department of Political Science University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria held on 25th – 27th May, 2021.
12. Muhammad S. (2018) Party Switching and Its Implication on Nigeria’s Democratisation Process. A Paper presented at the 1st National Conference of the Faculty of Social and Management Sciences, Umaru Musa Yaradua University Katsina, Nigeria. On the Theme: Contemporary Socio-Political & Economic Issues in Nigeria: Challenges and Way Forward held on 29th – 31st October, 2018.
13. Muhammad S. (2015) The Interface of Federalism and the Politics of Resource Control in Nigeria. A Paper presented at the 5th National Conference of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Nigeria, on the Theme: Security, National Integration and the Challenges of Development in Nigeria, held on 10th – 13th August, 2015.

RESEARCH GRANT WON

1. Researcher: A PhD Research Grant Award on Capacity-building project. Awarded by The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) in partnership with the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) 17TH November, 2023
2. Co-researcher: On: Youth Political Participation in Sokoto State. A research Grant awarded by Yiaga Africa. 25th October, 2021

TRAINING WORKSHOPS ATTENDED:

1. A Two-Day Workshop on: Justice, Healing and Reconciliation, organized by International Alert in Collaboration with Peace Building Development Consult held on 7th – 8th September, 2023 at Command Guest House, Sokoto
2. A Two-Day workshop on, Social Norms and Accountable Governance (SNAG) project Survey Training Organised by Chatham House, Royal Institute of International Affairs (12th – 13th July, 2023) held at Abuja Continental Hotel, Abuja.
3. A Two-Day Workshop on: Research Methodology for Social Sciences, Sponsored by African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) in collaboration with UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) held on 9th – 10th May, 2023 at the Department of International Relations, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
4. A Two-Day Workshop on: Impact Analysis of Conflict on Women and Girls in North West Nigeria, organized by Search for Common Ground held on 10th – 11th December, 2021 at Dankani Guest Palace, Sokoto
5. A One-Day Workshop on: Intellectual Property Protection, Ownership and Transfer, organized by Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto held on 15th November, 2021 at University Auditorium, Main Campus
6. A One-Day Research Design workshop on Youth Political Participation in Lagos and Sokoto organized by Yiaga Africa held on October 25th 2021 at Treasures Suites & Conferences Hotel CBD Abuja
7. A Five-Day workshop on: Advanced Digital Appreciation Programme for Tertiary Institutions Statistical Package for Social Sciences. Organized by Digital Bridge Institute (An International Center for Information and Communications Technology Studies). Held at UDUS from 14th-18th June, 2021.
8. A Two-Day workshop on, Measuring Social Norms Organised by Chatham House, Royal Institute of International Affairs (13th – 14th November, 2018) held at Sheraton Hotel, Abuja.
9. A Two-Day Workshop on Social Norms Research Organised by Chatham House, Royal Institute of International Affairs (15th – 16th September, 2016), held at Sheraton Hotel, Abuja.
10. A One-Day Training Workshop on: The Nigerian Universities Electronic Teaching and Learning Platform. Organized by Spectrum Engineering Limited. Held at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Held on 25th May, 2016
11. A Four-Day Workshop on: Election and Security Research in a Turbulent Environment: Implication for Methodology and Fieldwork. Sponsored by American Political Science Association. Held at Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto from 13th – 16th December, 2015
12. A Five-Day Training Workshop on: Advanced Digital Application Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADAPTI). Organized by Digital Bridge Institute (An International Center for Information and Communications Technology Studies). Held at UDUS from 20th-24th April, 2015

CSO AND CAPACITY BUILDING EXPERIENCE:

1. Rapporteur: “Step-Down Training and Mentorship Session for Criminal Justice Actors & Civil Society Observatory Group Members”. Organized by CLEEN Foundation on 12th – 14th September, 2023 at Sokoto Guest Inn, Sokoto State
2. Resource Person: Training Session for Traditional/Religious Leaders and Youths Representatives in Sokoto South Local Government Area of Sokoto State On “Gender Based Violence” organized by Integrated Life Support for Women and Children Initiative (ILSWAC) On 5th – 6th March, 2021
3. Facilitator: “Advocacy for Non formal education; Almajiri Integrated Education Programme”. Organized by: Integrated Life Support for Women and Children Intiative (ILSWACI), On 15 – 22 August, 2021 at Maryam Abacha Multipurpose Center, Sultan Ibrahim Dasuki Road, Sokoto.
4. Facilitator: “Skills Acquisition Prgramme”. Organised by: 21st Century Entrepreneurs Hub, at No. 1, Gidan Bawan Allah, Behind 5 Star secretariat, Sokoto, Sokoto State, on 21 July, 2021.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCES:

1. Survey Implementer “Chatham House Africa Programme Project on: Social Norms and Accountable Governance (SNAG); Local Understandings, Expectations and Experiences in Nigeria. Sponsored by the Chatham House, Royal Institute of International Affairs (July 17th – August 31st, 2023).
2. Research Assistant “Curbing Corruption in Nigeria’s Electoral Process: An Assessment of the incidences of Vote Trading during the 2023 General Elections in the North West Geo-Political Zone” Sponsored by Aminu Kano Center for Democratic Studies (Mambayya House), Bayero University Kano, Nigeria (July 5 – 19, 2023).
3. Research Assistant “Democratic development and Local Governance in Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects” Sponsored by Aminu Kano Center for Democratic Studies (Mambayya House), Bayero University Kano, Nigeria (March 15 – April 14, 2023).
4. Research Implementer “Peacebuilding Institutions in Nigeria: A case study of Katsina State” sponsored by The Conflict Research Network West Africa (CORN West Africa) with Support from the United States Institute of Peace (USIP), (January, 19th – 24th, 2023)
5. Sokoto State Coordinator, “Poll on Peoples’ Perception about Nigeria’s 2023 General Elections” Sponsored by Nextier SPD, (October 20, 2022)
6. Survey Implementer “Chatham House Africa Programme Project on: Social Norms and Accountable Governance (SNAG); Local Understandings, Expectations and Experiences in Nigeria. Sponsored by the Chatham House, Royal Institute of International Affairs (March 21st – April 30th, 2022).
7. Co-researcher, “Youth Political Participation in Sokoto: Breaking the Stronghold and Creating Pathways” sponsored by: Yiaga Africa, (January – April, 2022)
8. Survey Implementer “Research on Conflict and Armed Group in Kebbi, Niger and Sokoto states” sponsored by Center on Humanitarian Dialogue, Abuja, (February, 5th – 14th, 2022)
9. Kebbi Co-Researcher, “Research on Armed Group in North West Nigeria” sponsored by Center for Democracy and Development (CDD) Abuja, (January 25th - 31st, 2022)
10. Survey Implementer, “Zamfara Research Project on: Socio-Economic Impact Analysis of Security Challenges (Armed Banditry) Circumscription Order, No. 001, 2021 in Zamfara State” Sponsored by Zamfara State Government, Nigeria (December 19th – 21st, 2021).
11. Data Collector, Impact Analysis of Conflict on Women and Girls in Sokoto, Nigeria, sponsored by The Pastoral Resolve (PARE) & Search for Common Ground. (December 13th – 17th, 2021).
12. Survey Implementer. “Chatham House Africa Programme Project on: Towards Collective Action on Corruption In Nigeria: Evidence in Support of Connecting Society and Institutions, Measuring Social Norms”. Sponsored by the Chatham House, Royal Institute of International Affairs (November – December, 2018).
13. Researcher: “Chatham House Africa Programme Project on Approaches to Anti-corruption in Nigeria: Connecting Society and Institutions”. Sponsored by the Chatham House, Royal Institute of International Affairs (September – October, 2016).

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