ATBU Governing Council Approves Promotion of Muhammad Mende to Professor of Curriculum Studies

The Governing Council of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, has officially announced and approved the promotion of Professor Muhammad Mende to the rank of Full Professor of Curriculum Studies.

The announcement marks a significant milestone in Professor Mende’s academic career, recognizing his years of dedicated research, teaching, and contribution to the field of education.

In an official statement released on January 1, 2026, the University Management expressed its pride in Professor Mende’s elevation. On behalf of the entire "Balewite" community, the university celebrated the achievement as a testament to academic excellence and perseverance.

"We celebrate this well-deserved achievement with you," the statement read. "May this milestone serve as a stepping stone to even greater accomplishments and continued service to the advancement of curriculum studies in Nigeria."

As a Full Professor of Curriculum Studies, Mende is expected to continue leading innovative research and mentoring the next generation of educators within the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University community. This promotion reinforces ATBU’s commitment to fostering a high-caliber faculty capable of addressing modern educational challenges.