hajara.abubakar@kasu.edu.ng
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING SCIENCES,FAHS, KADUNA STATE UNIVERSITY, Office Location: Room 21, Old College of Medicine Complex, KASU Main Campus.

AbubakarHajara

Assistant Lecturer

Hajara Abubakar is a graduate from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (BNSc) and a MSc student in the same institution (awaiting external defense). She is Assistant Lecturer, staff of the Department of Nursing Sciences with the task of lecturing undergraduate student nurses, conducting research and community service. She is currently the level coordinator of 100L nursing student. She is also a member of the monitoring and Evaluation committee of the Faculty .Her research interest is maternal and child health nursing, focusing on Essential newborn care knowledge perception and practicses. She is also a resource person at the Center for Energy, Environmental and Strategic Research Institution, Kaduna State University.

Biography

Hajara Abubakar is an accomplished nursing professional specializing in Maternal and Child Health Nursing. As an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Nursing Sciences at Kaduna State University, she is recognized for her commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and community service. A graduate of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (BNSc), she is currently completing her MSc in Maternal and Child Health Nursing at the same institution.

Hajara serves as the level coordinator for 100-level nursing students and is a valued member of the Faculty Monitoring and Evaluation Committee. Her research focuses on essential newborn care, emphasizing knowledge, perception, and practices, showcasing her dedication to improving maternal and child health outcomes.

With over a decade of experience as a Clinical Nurse (Matron II) at Jibril Maigwari Memorial Hospital in Kaduna State and her ongoing role as a part-time lecturer at the Institute of Science, Technology, and Management Studies, she brings practical expertise to her academic endeavors.

Hajara has participated in numerous professional training programs, enhancing her skills in critical thinking, research, and data analysis. Her unwavering dedication, innovative approach, and passion for nursing education make her an invaluable asset to the profession.

Education

  • Master of Science (MSc) Maternal and Child Health Nursing, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria (in view).
  • Bachelor of Nursing Sciences (BNSc) [Second Class Honours, Upper Division] (April, 2014), Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria.

Skills

Research & Development79%
Teaching Excellence81%
Academic Leadership78%
Collaborative Learning & Supervision87%
Nursing Service86%