bsmuhammed@nsuk.edu.ng

Prof. Bilyaminu Suleiman Muhammed, Ph.D. is an accomplished academic specializing in Demography and Industrial Sociology, with robust expertise in Population Studies, Security Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies, and Urban and Gender Studies. Currently serving as Professor and Head of the Department of Sociology at Nasarawa State University, Keffi, he holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Sociology, M.A. in Population Studies, and B.Sc. (Hons) in Sociology.

His distinguished academic career includes progressive positions at Nasarawa State University since 2006, rising from Assistant Lecturer to full Professor. He has held significant administrative roles including Deputy Dean of Administration in the School of Postgraduate Studies and Assistant Dean in Student Affairs, demonstrating exceptional leadership in academic administration.

ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP

• Professor and Head, Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University
• Deputy Dean of Administration, School of Postgraduate Studies
• Assistant Dean, Student Affairs Division
• External Examiner (Ph.D. Theses), University of Zululand, South Africa

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Deputy Narcotic Superintendent/Zonal Commander, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA)
• World Bank Research Consultant
• Community Development Trainer

EDUCATION

• Ph.D. Industrial Sociology
• M.A. Population Studies
• B.Sc. (Hons) Sociology

RESEARCH FOCUS

• Socio-economic development
• Population dynamics and demographic studies
• Security and governance issues
• Industrial and labor relations
• Urban and gender studies

HONORS & MEMBERSHIPS

• Federal Scholarship Award
• United Nations Fellowship
• Member, Nigerian Anthropological and Sociological Association (NASA)
• Member, Union for African Population Studies (UAPS)
• Member, Population Association of Nigeria (PAN)