UNILORIN: Prof. Abdulbaqi Urges Lecturers to Master Time Management for Academic Success

Prof. Saudat Salah Abdulbaqi, a distinguished former Head of the Department of Mass Communication at the University of Ilorin, has called on younger lecturers to master the art of time management to ensure their professional and academic duties are met with excellence.

In an insightful discussion with UNILORIN Bulletin, Prof. Abdulbaqi emphasized the importance of balancing teaching, service, and community engagement. She advised younger academics to focus on the three critical categories of publication: local, national, and international. "Young lecturers must excel in local publications, maintain a strong presence in national journals, and stay updated internationally," she stated.

Prof. Abdulbaqi, also a Council Member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), stressed the need for high-quality publications over quantity. "Having 100 publications that do not advance one's career is futile. Quality over quantity is key to progression," she remarked.

The professor highlighted the Department of Mass Communication’s mentorship philosophy, which pairs senior academics with junior colleagues to guide them through their careers. She also acknowledged the importance of family support in managing the demands of academia, sharing her own experience of balancing work and family responsibilities during her Ph.D. studies in Malaysia.

Reflecting on her journey, Prof. Abdulbaqi expressed gratitude for her supportive husband and credited her achievements to divine blessings. "I am not the best among my peers, but I attribute my success to Allah. The title of Professor comes with humility, and I remain committed to worship and service," she concluded.

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