NSUK Scholar Emerges World's No. 1 Researcher in AD Scientific Index 2026
Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), has recorded a major global academic milestone as Dr. Maikudi Kwanza Allahnana of the Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education, emerged as the World's No. 1 Researcher in the AD Scientific Index 2026. And
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Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), has recorded a major global academic milestone as Dr. Maikudi Kwanza Allahnana of the Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education, emerged as the World's No. 1 Researcher in the AD Scientific Index 2026.
The latest recognition follows the expansion of the AD Scientific Index/World Scientist Rankings beyond Africa to assess Dr. Allahnana's academic profile alongside researchers from across the world. Having previously emerged as Africa's Lead Researcher, Dr. Allahnana has now been placed at the top of the global rankings, where he currently occupies the number one position.
The AD Scientific Index, known for its transparent and real-time assessment of academic performance, evaluates researchers using globally recognised indicators, including the H-Index, Momentum Score and Citations Score.
Dr. Allahnana's performance across these key research metrics earned him the highest overall ranking, reflecting his research productivity, global scholarly influence and sustained contributions to the advancement of knowledge.
His progression from Africa's highest-ranked researcher to the world's leading researcher has been described as a testament to his commitment to academic excellence and a further indication of Nasarawa State University's growing profile as a centre of research, innovation and academic distinction with global impact.
The achievement has been widely celebrated within the University community as a historic accomplishment that elevates the profile of NSUK while highlighting the research potential of Nigerian and African scholars on the global stage.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sa'adatu Hassan Liman, on behalf of the Governing Council, Management, Senate, staff, students and the entire University community, congratulated Dr. Maikudi Kwanza Allahnana on the achievement and wished him continued success as he continues to make new contributions to research and scholarship.
The University reaffirmed its commitment to creating an enabling environment that promotes cutting-edge research, innovation and academic excellence, while inspiring its scholars to attain global recognition.
