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Welcome Message from the Head of Department
It is with great pride and a deep sense of responsibility that I welcome you to the Department of Economics, Adamawa State University, Mubi. As one of the pioneer departments of the University, our department has remained committed to academic excellence, research innovation, and the holistic development of our students.
Since its inception in the 2002/2003 academic session as a unit under the former Department of Business Studies, and its establishment as a full-fledged department in 2004, the Department has experienced steady growth. Today, we run both undergraduate and postgraduate programs that are fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC), reflecting our commitment to quality and standards in higher education.
A significant milestone in our history was achieved in 2024 when the Department successfully hosted its first International Conference on Security and Economic Development—the first of its kind in the history of Adamawa State University. The conference brought together scholars, policymakers, and development practitioners from within and outside Nigeria to deliberate on critical issues affecting the Northeast region and beyond. This landmark event reaffirmed our leadership role in driving intellectual discourse and policy-relevant research in Nigeria.
Our academic strength lies in our dedicated and highly qualified lecturers. With a team of 23 academic staff, including two professors and 11 Ph. D holders, we are well-positioned to provide excellent teaching, research supervision, and mentorship. Our postgraduate offerings have grown to include a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Economics, Master of Health Economics, M.Sc. in Economics, and Ph.D. in Economics.
We are particularly proud of our graduates who are making meaningful impacts across various sectors both locally and internationally. Many of them are serving in prestigious institutions such as the Central Bank of Nigeria, Federal and State Governments, universities, international NGOs, and the private sector. Their outstanding performance in professional examinations such as ICAN, where they have earned national recognitions including Overall Best Candidate awards is a testament to the quality of education in our department.
As we continue to uphold the vision and mission of Adamawa State University, we are determined to remain a centre of excellence in economics education, policy and research. We invite prospective students, researchers, collaborators, and development partners to join us in shaping a more secure, prosperous, and economically inclusive society.
Dr. Adamu Jibrilla
Head of Department
Economics
About the Department
Analyzing Today’s Challenges, Shaping Tomorrow’s Economies
The Department of Economics is one of the oldest departments in the University that is running both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. At the undergraduate, the Department is running B.Sc. Economics which started in 2002/2003 session as a unit in the Department of Business Studies with less than 40 students and 2 tenure Lecturers supported by other Academic Staff of the Faculty of Social and Management Sciences. The Department of Economics came into being in November, 2004 when the Department of Business Studies was split into Departments of Accountancy, Business Administration and Economics.
The Department of Economics has impressively grown over the years with interim accreditation in 2005 and full accreditation in 2008, 2017 and 2023. The Department graduated her first set in 2005/2006 session followed by subsequent sets of 2006/2007, 2007/2008, 2008/2009, 2009/2010, 2010/2011, 2011/2012, up to 2023/2024.
Academic Programmes
Undergraduate Programme
Postgraduate Programmes
Departmental Resources & Facilities
Student Support & Engagement
The department supports an active Economics Students Association, which organizes:
Public lectures and policy debates
Academic workshops and seminars
Industrial and field visits to government agencies and financial institutions
Students are also encouraged to participate in research projects, competitions, and internships to enrich their academic journey.
Career Prospects for Graduates
Economist
Financial Analyst
Policy Advisor
Banker
Entrepreneur
Development Economics
Research Focus Areas
The Department is committed to providing a conducive teaching and learning environment equipped with state-of-the-art facilities that support academic excellence, research, and practical application of economic knowledge. The department boasts a range of essential resources designed to enhance both undergraduate and postgraduate experiences.
- Lecture Halls
- Econometric Laboratory
- Departmental Library
Publications
In line with our vision to promote rigorous academic research and contribute to global economic discourse, the Department of Economics establishes an international peer-reviewed journal titled the ADSU International Journal of Applied Economics, Finance and Management (AIJAEFM). The journal provides a platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to publish cutting-edge research in economics and related disciplines. We welcome high-quality submissions from around the world. The journal is accessible online at: https://ajaefm.adsu.edu.ng
Economics Reunion Event 2026
Meet Our Departmental Staff
| STAFF PROFILE: ECONOMICS DEPARTMENT | ||||
| Teaching Staff: | ||||
S/N | Staff Name | Rank | Specialization | Phone Number | Email Address |
1. | Prof. Aliyu Alhaji Jibrilla | Professor | Environmental Economics & Applied Econometrics | 09039312817, 08026426095 | aliyu518@adsu.edu.ng, aliyumaiha@gmail.com |
2. | Prof. Adamu Yahaya | Professor | Health & Environmental Economics | 09069411076 | adamu482@adsu.edu.ng |
3. | Dr. Adamu Jibrilla | Senior Lecturer | Applied Econometrics, Development Economics, International Economics. | 08134082256 | jibrilla653@adsu.edu.ng, adamjibril85@gmail.com |
4. | Dr. Danjuma Ahmad | Senior Lecturer | Financial Economics | 07013776401, 09060039227 | adamdanjumayahya@gmail.com, danjuma658@adsu.edu.ng |
5. | Dr. Godwin Boniface | Senior Lecturer | Water Economics, Environmental Policy & Development | 07035154470, 07012707727 | godwin571@adsu.edu.ng, gboniface2@gmail.com |
6. | Dr. Bakari Wadinga | Senior Lecturer | Finance, Environmental Economics & Policy, Monetary Economics, Development Economics |
| hildiwadingabakarig@gmail.com |
7. | Dr. Amade Peter | Lecturer I | Development Economics. | 07064699696 | peter762@adsu.edu.ng |
8. | Dr. Elias Mijah Ezekiel | Lecturer I | Economics Development | 08067997267, 08082844026 | ezekiel572@adsu.edu.ng, sirmijah@yahoo.com |
9. | Dr. Mohammed A. M. Usman | Lecturer I | Financial Economics & Econometrics | 07032664110, 08081600006 | auwal724@adsu.edu.ng, amkmgella@gmail.com |
10. | Dr. James Tumba Henry | Lecturer I | Monetary Economics | 08060676083, 08024219692 | henry723@adsu.edu.ng |
11. | Dr. Amos Nuhu Sunday | Lecturer II | Development Economics | 08038025850, 08025659334 | sunday701@adsu.edu.ng |
12. | Mr. Enam P. Abalis | Lecturer I | Public Sector Economics & Fiscal Policy | 07069208421 | enam570@adsu.edu.ng |
13. | Mr. Slemem Lamba | Lecturer I | Development Economics | 07066820014, 08085259729 | slememlamba12@gmail.com, slemem662@adsu.edu.ng |
14. | Mr. Phillips Panotani Asaph | Lecturer I | Health Economics | 07068585697 | panotani786@adsu.edu.ng |
15. | Mr. Abdullahi Jauro Mohammed | Lecturer I | Development & International Economics | 07036608323
| jauro769@adsu.edu.ng |
16. | Mr. Nuru Mohammed Arabo | Lecturer II | Financial Economics, Development Economics, Agricultural Economics, Econometrics, & Quantitative Analysis | 08134167251 | arabo756@adsu.edu.ng |
17. | Mr. Ishaq Saad | Lecturer II | Financial Technology (FinTech) | 08063326386 | idris900@adsu.edu.ng, ishaqsaad111@gmail.com |
18. | Mr. Collins Daniel Kwabe | Assistant Lecturer | Mathematical Economics | 07034212999 | cdkwane70@gmail.com, daniel1150@adsu.edu.ng |
19. | Mr. Hamisu Ali | Graduate Assistant | Financial Economics & Monetary Economics | 07066436470 | hamisu682@adsu.edu.ng |
20. | Mr. Salihu Ahmadu Yahaya | Graduate Assistant | Development Economics | 07037515057 | salihu1068@adsu.edu.ng |
21. | Ms. Hope Elijah Tumba | Graduate Assistant | Financial Economics | 09037858729 | hopieelijah@gmail.com |
22. | Mr. Usiju Peter | Graduate Assistant | International Economics | 07039053203 | usijupeter47@gmail.com |
23. | Mr. Alfred Gideon Gaya | Part-Time Lecturer | Health Economics | 08135395660 | fredanita50@gmail.com |
| Non-Teaching Staff: | ||||
S/N | Staff Name | Qualification | Rank | Phone Number | Email Address |
24. | Hudson Yohanna | ND | Confidential Secretary | 08125065459 | yohanna1041@adsu.edu.ng |
25. | Elizabeth Samuel | B.Sc. | HOE Admin. | 08032769604 | elizabethsamuel7676@gmail.com |