NSUK Director Wins Best Country Report Presenter Award in Beijing

The Director of Linkages and International Cooperation and Head of the Department of Economics at Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), Dr. Abdul Ibrahim, has received the “Best Country Report Presenter” award at an international conference held in Beijing, China.

Dr. Ibrahim was honoured during a global conference on data and diplomacy for developing countries, where he presented a report titled “Data as Diplomacy: Digitalization of Statistics, the Nigerian Case Study.”

The presentation highlighted Nigeria’s efforts in leveraging digital technologies to strengthen statistical systems for improved policymaking, transparency, and international partnerships.

The award recognises Dr. Ibrahim’s contribution to promoting the use of data as a strategic tool for diplomacy, national development, and global engagement.

While receiving the honour, Dr. Ibrahim dedicated the award to Nasarawa State University, Keffi, and Nigeria, stating that credible and reliable data remains essential for telling the nation’s story and attracting meaningful global collaborations.

Dr. Abdul Ibrahim currently serves as the Acting Director of Linkages and International Cooperation at NSUK.