I am a Research Assistant at the Biomedical Science Research and Training Center (BioRTC) at Yobe State University, working under the supervision of Mahmoud Bukar Maina. My primary research focuses on investigating the nucleolar roles of tau under physiological and pathological conditions. I am particularly interested in understanding how tau contributes to nuclear and nucleolar homeostasis and how its dysregulation may drive neurodegenerative processes. I also contribute to the Dementia Project, which aims to develop induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) from indigenous Africans in order to elucidate the influence of Africa’s diverse genetic background on dementia risk, and to establish a well-characterized Alzheimer’s disease cohort across the continent.

I obtained a first-class honours degree in Physiology from the University of Ilorin, graduating at the top of my class. My academic achievements have been recognized through multiple local and international awards, including the Best Physiology Undergraduate Award from The Physiological Society (UK). For my undergraduate thesis, I examined the impact of sex and genetic variation on depression. Building on this foundation, I will be commencing my MSc in Neuroscience under the supervision of Prof. Mahmoud Bukar Maina, where I will further investigate the nuclear and nucleolar role of tau in neurodegeneration

Through my undergraduate training and research experience at BioRTC, I have developed a strong interest in both basic and translational neuroscience. My long-term career goal is to become one of Africa’s leading neuroscientists, making discoveries that advance our understanding of brain disorders and contribute to improved diagnostics and treatments for diverse African populations and the global community. Outside of research, I enjoy community service, sports, and physical exercise.