ABDULLAHI SULE TANKO

LECTURER

About

Abdullahi Sule Tanko is a Lecturer II at Kaduna State University in the Department of Geography & Sustainability Studies. He holds an M.Sc. in Climatology and is currently pursuing a PhD. His academic focus includes climate change, sustainable development, and urban geography. He also actively contributes to community services.

Abdullahi Sule Tanko is a dedicated academic and lecturer at Kaduna State University, where he serves in the Department of Geography & Sustainability Studies. He holds an M.Sc. in Geography (Climatology) from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Geography. He also earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Education from the Federal College of Education, Zaria.

Tanko has been with Kaduna State University since 2019, where he teaches various undergraduate and postgraduate courses related to geography, climatology, and urban studies. His courses include subjects like Research Methods in Geography, Geomorphology, and Tropical Climatology. He is actively involved in supervising numerous undergraduate and postgraduate projects on topics such as environmental impact assessments, urban renewal, and climate change.

In addition to his academic roles, Tanko has contributed to community service, including being the Secretary General of Sardauna Memorial College’s Jumma’at Mosque. He is also a member of the Association of Nigerian Geographers and holds professional certifications in GIS and Engineering Design.

Tanko has published several papers in conferences and journals, focusing on climate change, sustainable development, and environmental studies. His research interests and teaching are aligned with his commitment to fostering a sustainable and informed future for Nigeria.

Education

Ph.D. in Geography (In progress)
Post Graduate Diploma in Education (2018–2019)
M.Sc. in Geography (Climatology) (2012–2015)
B.Sc. in Geography (Second Class Lower) (2003–2008)
Senior School Certificate (1994–1999)
First School Leaving Certificate (1988–1994)

Publications

Tanko, A.S. & Abukur, A.A. (2019). "Productivity of Rice (Oryza Sativa) as Influenced by Weather Parameters in Kano River Irrigation Project, Kano State, Nigeria" - Presented at the Association of Nigerian Geographers (ANG) conference.
Abukur, A.A. & Tanko, A.S. (2019). "The Effect of Irrigation Farming on Groundwater Quality in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State, Nigeria" - Presented at the Association of Nigerian Geographers (ANG) conference.
Abdussalam, A.F. & Tanko, A.S. (2021). "Climate Change Awareness: A Recipe for Achieving Nigeria’s Sustainable Development Goal on Climate Action."
Saleh, Y., Tanko, A.S., & Dabo, A.A. (2023). "An Assessment of Public-Private Partnership in the Provision of Mass Housing in Kaduna Metropolis." Kaduna Journal of Geography, Volume 5, Number 2, December 2023.
Saleh, Y., Dabo, A.A., & Tanko, A.S. (2023). "Factors and Determinants of Housing Choices in Kaduna Metropolis, Nigeria." Science World Journal, Volume 18 (2), ISSN:1597-6343 (Online), ISSN:2756-319X (Print), DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/swj.v18i2.3

Skills

Geographical Research & Analysis90%

GIS & Cartography85%

Statistical Analysis:80%

Teaching & Supervision75%

Publications70%

Project Management75%

Team Leadership & Coordination80%