Journal of Basics and Applied Sciences Research
Journal / Journal of Basics and Applied Sciences Research / Vol. 4 No. 3 (2026): June Special Issue in Honour of PROF. ADAMU N. BABA-KUTIGI, FNIP / Articles

MENTORSHIP, SCHOLARSHIP, AND SERVICE:

Prof. Adamu N. Baba-Kutigi (FNIP) Special Issue

This special issue is published in honour of Professor Adamu N. Baba-Kutigi, FNIP, a distinguished Nuclear and Radiation Biophysicist, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to teaching, research, mentorship, and service to humanity, on the occasion of his retirement from the Department of Physics, Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State, Nigeria. The publication commemorates his retirement from the University on 10 June 2026 and celebrates his enduring legacy in the advancement of Physics and Nuclear Science in Nigeria and beyond.

Special Acknowledgements

The Editorial Board sincerely acknowledges the invaluable support and contributions of the following distinguished personalities, whose dedication ensured the successful organization of the Valedictory Programmes held in honour of Professor Adamu N. Baba-Kutigi, FNIP on 18–19 May 2026, as well as their contributions to the publication of this Special Issue.

University Management

1. Mohammad K. Othman– Vice-Chancellor, Federal University Dutsin-Ma
2. Sadiq Abubakar Suleiman– Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic)
3. Elizabeth Yecho– Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration)
4. Musa Ajiya– Registrar
5. Ukashatu Hamza Musa– University Librarian
6. Abubakar M. Gafai– University Bursar

Planning Committees

1. Shamsudeen Suleiman– Dean, Faculty of Physical Sciences
2. Isaiah E. Igwe, FNIP– Head, Department of Physics
3. Akinsanmi Akinbolati– Chair, Departmental Planning Committee
4. Richard K. Tyokyaa– Chair, Faculty Planning Committee
5. Emmanuel Joseph, FNIP– Chair, Publication Committee; Member, Departmental Planning Committee
6. Shehu Abdulazeez– Member
7. Dahiru Mohammad Sani– Member
8. Haruna Abdullahi– Member
9. Chidozie Okpala– Member
10. Musa Abdullahi– Member
11. Isah Shaibu– Member
12. Amara Yohanna– Member
13. Bashir Abubakar Ahuome– Secretary, Departmental Planning Committee
14. Yusuf Tajudeen Batsari– Secretary, Faculty Planning Committee

The Editorial Board expresses its profound gratitude to all members of the University Management, the Faculty of Physical Sciences, the Department of Physics, the Planning Committees, contributors, reviewers, and well-wishers whose commitment and collaborative efforts made both the Valedictory Programmes and this commemorative Special Issue a resounding success. Their support stands as a fitting tribute to the enduring legacy of Professor Adamu N. Baba-Kutigi, FNIP as an exceptional mentor, scholar, researcher, and academic leader.