2016
Doctor of Science, Honoris Causa
Awarded by the University of Benin in recognition of his contributions to scholarship, university leadership and national development.
Recognition and responsibility
Honours and leadership
Appointments and distinctions reflecting a lifetime of scholarship, institution-building and public service.
2002–2006
Vice-Chancellor, Benson Idahosa University
Provided academic and institutional leadership during an important period in the university’s development.
2009
Chair, Financial Sector Technical Working Group
Led the Financial Sector Technical Working Group for Nigeria’s Vision 20:2020 programme.
1987–2000
Director at NIPSS
Served as Director of Research and Director of Studies at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru.
Academic service
Professor, Head and Dean
Served as Professor and Head of Economics and Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Jos.
International service
Policy consultant
Undertook assignments for UNIDO, ECA, UNDP and agencies of the Federal Government of Nigeria.
University of Benin · 2016
Doctor of Science, Honoris Causa
A family moment marking formal recognition of his contribution to Nigerian scholarship and national development.