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Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihin raji’un. Professor Umar Shehu just passed away at Maiduguri. May Allah SWT forgive his shortcomings
Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihin raji’un. Professor Umar Shehu just passed away at Maiduguri. May Allah SWT forgive his shortcomings
PROF UMARU SHEHU :
Abstract:
Professor Umaru Shehu is a Nigerian Professor of Medicine and former Vice Chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. He is a Professor Emeritus, Community health, University of Maiduguri and former President of the Nigerian Academy of Science. Professor Umaru received a Bachelor of Medicine degree, MBBS from the University of London. He also received a fellowship of the Institute of Cancer Research and he is the editor-in-chief of the British Medical Journal.
Full History:
Professor Umaru Shehu was born on December 8, 1930 in Maiduguri, Nigeria. He attended Elementary School, Maiduguri 1935-1940; Middle School, Maiduguri 1941-1943; Kaduna College, Kaduna 1944-1947; University College Ibadan 1948-1953; and was at the University of Liverpool between 1953-1956, and 1966-1967. Professor Shehu holds MBBS (London), IRCF (London), MRCS (England), DPH (Liverpool), FMCPH, MFCM, FFCM (UK), FFCM (Nigeria), FAS, FWACP, DFMC (Nigeria).
Professor Shehu started working as a Pre-registration House Surgeon, Southport Infirmary, United Kingdom in 1957. He came back to the Government of Northern Nigeria as Pre-registration House Physician that same year, and was promoted Medical Officer 1957-1963; Senior Medical Officer 1963-1965; Principal Medical Officer 1965-1966; Assistant Chief Medical Officer 1966-1967; Chief Medical Officer (Preventive Services Division) 1967-1968.
Professor Shehu was then redeployed to North-Eastern State as Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Chief Medical Officer, an offer he declined only to move on to Ahmadu Bello University to take up appointment as Reader and Acting Head of Department of Community Medicine 1968-1970; Deputy Dean, Faculty of Medicine 1968-1970; Acting Director, Institute of Health 1969-1970; Professor of Community Medicine 1970; Head of Department of Community Medicine 1970-1978; Director, Institute of Health 1970-1977; Deputy Vice Chancellor 1975-1976; Pro Vice Chancellor (Academic) 1977-1978.Professor Shehu held visiting professorships in various universities, including the School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA 1976-1977.
He was appointed Vice Chancellor, University of Nigeria, Nsukka 1978-1980. He also worked with the World Health Organization as Short Term Consultant (Working Group on Health Services and Manpower Development Mechanism) in Geneva, September 1970; Appointed Temporary Adviser, October 1970; Short Term Consultant, 1971-1973; Consultant (Technical Discussions), 24th WHO Regional Committee for Africa 1974; National WHO Program Coordinator/Representative in Nigeria 1980-1985; Director, WHO Sub-Regional Health Development Office 111, 1985-1989; WHO Representative to Ethiopia, 1990.At the University of Maiduguri, Professor Shehu was appointed Honorary Consultant Physician since 1991 to date, and became Professor Emeritus in 2000.
He was also the Provost of the College of Medical Sciences 1991-1993; and Sole Administrator of the University of Maiduguri 1993-1994. At the University College Hospital Ibadan, he was the Chairman, Board of Management 1991-1994. At Bayero University, Kano, he was Pro-Chancellor and Chairman Governing Council 1993-1996, and also Pro-Chancellor and Chairman Governing Council of the University of Lagos 1996-1999.He has held memberships and offices in several committees, councils, panels and commissions at both national and international levels.
He was President of Medical Schools in Africa 1973-1975; and External Examiner in Public Health at the University of Ghana Medical School. He is the current Chairman Board of Governors of the STOPAIDS organization; Chairman Governing Board of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA); Patron Guild of Medical Directors; Patron Nationwide Network for Health; Patron Nigerian Medical Forum of Great Britain and Ireland; Patron Nigerian Institute of Stress; Trustee National Foundation on VVF; Member Board of Trustees, Nigerian Tuberculosis and Leprosy Association; Member Editorial Board, West African Medical Journal; Consulting Editor, the Nigerian Medical Practitioner; Editorial Adviser, the Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal; Joint Editor-in-Chief, British Medical Journal (West Africa) Edition.
Apart from holding active memberships of Professional bodies as the Nigerian Medical Association, The Society of Health (Nigeria), Science Association of Nigeria, Association of Community Physicians of Nigeria, and the Nigerian Academy of Science, Professor Shehu is also a Foundation Fellow of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria; Foundation Fellow of the West African College of Physicians; Foundation Fellow of the Nigerian Academy of Science; and Foundation Fellow of the Faculty of Community Medicine (Nigeria).
Professor Umaru Shehu is mentioned in Who is Who in the world; Men of Achievement; Dictionary of International Biography; Africa Year Book 1977—Who is Who in Africa; Who is Who in Nigeria; and A Dictionary of African Biography.
He holds Honorary Doctor of Science Degrees of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. In 1979, the Government of Nigeria awarded him the Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON), and in 2000 he was awarded the Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR).
He is married with children.
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Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihin raji’un. Professor Umar Shehu just passed away at Maiduguri. May Allah SWT forgive his shortcomings
Four Killed, Three Injured in Attack on Illegal Mining Site in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Four persons have been killed and three others injured following an attack by unknown gunmen at an illegal mining site in Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 1:30 p.m. on May 2 at Mazat mining site, where the victims were reportedly engaged in unauthorised mining activities.
The sources disclosed that the assailants opened fire on the victims, killing four on the spot while three others sustained varying degrees of gunshot injuries.
According to the sources, the injured victims—two females and one male—were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention and are currently receiving treatment.
They added that the corpses of the deceased have been deposited at the hospital morgue for autopsy.
The sources further noted that security operatives were mobilised to the scene, while additional deployments have been made to track down the perpetrators.
They reiterated that night mining activities remain prohibited in the state, stressing that investigations into the incident are ongoing.
Four Killed, Three Injured in Attack on Illegal Mining Site in Plateau
Security Operatives Repel Attack in Benue Community Over Land Dispute
By Zagazola Makama
Security operatives have repelled an attack on Okpute Ainuette community in Oju Local Government Area of Benue State following a renewed land dispute with a neighbouring community.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 9:15 a.m. on May 2 when armed men, suspected to be from a community in Obi Local Government Area, invaded the area.
The sources disclosed that operatives swiftly responded to a distress call and mobilised to the scene, where they engaged the attackers in a gun duel.
According to the sources, the assailants fled into nearby bushes after being overpowered by superior firepower.
They added that no casualty was recorded during the encounter.
The sources further said security teams have commenced combing operations in surrounding bushes to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects.
They noted that additional deployments have been made to reinforce ongoing operations in the area, with efforts focused on restoring calm and preventing further clashes between the communities.
Security Operatives Repel Attack in Benue Community Over Land Dispute
“Act Now or Lose the North”: KACRAN Issues Stark Warning as Insecurity Spirals Out of Control
By: Michael Mike
The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has called on Northern leaders to set aside political differences and take decisive, collective action to address the worsening insecurity in Nigeria’s North-West and North-Central regions.
In a strongly worded press statement at the weekend signed by its National President, Hon. Khalil Mohammed Bello, the association expressed deep concern over the prolonged crisis, which it said has led to the deaths of thousands of innocent citizens, the destruction of property worth trillions of naira, and the widespread rustling of livestock—the primary source of livelihood for millions of families.
KACRAN described the situation as both tragic and avoidable, warning that continued inaction could inflict irreversible economic and political damage on the region.
The association particularly highlighted a disturbing report by Amnesty International concerning an incident in Kwara State, where several pastoralists—including women and children—were allegedly detained at a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp. According to the report, more than 150 detainees reportedly died due to disease and poor living conditions.
KACRAN called for a full, transparent investigation into the incident and demanded the immediate release of innocent individuals still in detention.
Central to KACRAN’s message is the assertion that Northern Nigeria possesses the resources and leadership required to end insecurity if there is genuine commitment. The group pointed to the region’s pool of experienced leaders—including former Heads of State, military officers, traditional rulers, and business figures—as critical assets that must be mobilized.
“The solution lies with us,” the statement emphasized, urging Northern stakeholders to take ownership of the crisis rather than shifting blame.
While calling for regional responsibility, KACRAN acknowledged efforts by President Bola Tinubu noting key security appointments and significant budgetary allocations—reportedly exceeding ₦5 trillion—to the defence sector as evidence of federal commitment.
However, the group cautioned that relying solely on the Federal Government without complementary local action would delay meaningful progress.
KACRAN also underscored the importance of dialogue, citing relative peace achieved in areas such as Birnin Gwari in Kaduna State and parts of Katsina State as proof that collaborative engagement among leaders can yield results.
Despite the reported incident, the association praised the Kwara State Government for its efforts in livestock development, particularly the creation of a dedicated ministry. It said these initiatives demonstrate goodwill toward pastoral communities, while urging authorities to ensure justice and prevent future occurrences.
KACRAN stressed the enduring unity of Northern Nigeria, warning against allowing political divisions to undermine shared heritage and coexistence.
“The North must not allow politics to destroy a house we all inhabit,” the statement read, calling for urgent action to restore peace, mutual respect, and stability across the region.
The association expressed hope that its appeal would galvanize leaders into coordinated action capable of ending the cycle of violence and rebuilding trust among communities.
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