Meet Abdullahi Saka as He Rises from FUTA First Class Graduate to UK Professor at University of Westminster
Abdullahi Saka, a First Class graduate of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), has risen to become a full Professor at the University of Westminster in the UK. He earned a PhD in Construction from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University in 2021, later worked as a Senior Lecturer at Leeds Beckett University, and was promoted from Reader to Professor at Westminster in 2024–2026. His rapid rise is widely celebrated as an inspiring academic success story.
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Abdullahi Saka, a Nigerian academic, is attracting widespread attention following his remarkable rise from a First Class graduate in Quantity Surveying to becoming a full Professor at the University of Westminster in the United Kingdom.
His academic journey, which has unfolded within a decade, is being widely described as a rare example of rapid global academic progression and research excellence.
How Abdullahi Saka Gained Strong Academic Foundation at FUTA
Saka graduated in 2016 from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) with First Class honours in Quantity Surveying. His outstanding performance positioned him among the top students in his field and laid the foundation for an international academic career.
Abdullahi Saka PhD in Hong Kong Polytechnic University
After completing his undergraduate studies, he proceeded to the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, where he earned a PhD in Construction in 2021. His doctoral research further strengthened his expertise in construction management and advanced his academic profile on the global stage.
Abdullahi Saka Fast-Rising Academic Career in the UK
Following his PhD, Saka joined academia in the United Kingdom. Between 2022 and 2024, he served as a Senior Lecturer at Leeds Beckett University, where he was involved in teaching, supervision, and research in construction-related disciplines.
In 2024, he moved to the University of Westminster as a Reader (Associate Professor), marking another significant step in his academic progression.
He has now been promoted to full Professor at the same institution, a milestone that reflects his growing contributions to research, teaching, and academic leadership.
Social Media Reactions and Recognition
Saka’s academic trajectory has generated discussions online, with many celebrating his achievements as an inspiration to young scholars, particularly in Nigeria. Some social media users have even referred to him as the “youngest professor in the world,” although this claim has not been officially verified.
Saka’s Story of Academic Excellence
His journey from FUTA to a professorship in the UK highlights the impact of consistent academic performance, international exposure, and research productivity. It also serves as encouragement for students aiming to pursue global academic careers.
As Abdullahi Saka continues his work at the University of Westminster, his story remains a notable example of academic ambition translating into global recognition.
