Professor Shehu Abdulganiyu Salau has been appointed as KWASU’s Director of the Centre for Agricultural Sustainability and Transformation. The letter conveying the Vice-Chancellor’s approval is dated 18th November and signed by the Registrar.
Professor Shehu Abdulganiyu Salau is of the Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension Services. A professor of Agricultural Economics with over fifteen years of experience in tertiary education, research administration, and rural/community development, he holds a PhD in Agricultural Economics, alongside two master’s degrees: MBA and MSc. in Agricultural Economics all from the University of Ilorin.
He has served in various academic and administrative capacities at Kwara State University, including Head of Department, Sub-Dean, ASUU Chairman, and Member of several high-level university and national committees. He also led and took part in significant research projects funded by TETFund which focused on agricultural production economics, food security, rural development, climate resilience, and sustainable agricultural systems.
With over 290 Google Scholar citations and more than 50 peer-reviewed publications in both international and national journals, Professor Salau has contributed to the advancement of agricultural science and policy, institutional governance, curriculum innovation, and capacity building. He holds the membership of several professional bodies including the African Association of Agricultural Economists (AAAE) and the National Association of Agricultural Economists (NAAE).