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ABUBAKAR SADIQ MUSA

Lecturer 2

Abubakar Sadiq Musa is a dedicated researcher with expertise in soil science, environmental management, and geospatial analysis. He applies GIS and data-driven methods to tackle challenges like land degradation, flooding, and groundwater management, aiming to promote sustainable land use and climate resilience through innovative environmental solutions.

Biography

Abubakar Sadiq Musa is a passionate and dedicated researcher specializing in Soil Science, Environmental Management, and Remote Sensing & GIS. He holds a B.Sc. from the Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA), an M.Sc. from Kaduna State University (KASU), and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at KASU. His academic and research experiences reflect a deep commitment to advancing sustainable environmental practices through scientific innovation and geospatial technologies. With a solid foundation in soil and water resource management, Abubakar applies data-driven and GIS-based approaches to analyze and mitigate pressing environmental challenges such as land degradation, flood susceptibility, and groundwater management. His work bridges the gap between environmental science and technology, contributing to climate resilience and sustainable land use planning in vulnerable regions. Beyond research, Abubakar is deeply motivated by the need to develop innovative, locally relevant solutions that promote ecological balance and community well-being. His current research interests include the application of machine learning in environmental studies, where he explores predictive modeling for environmental monitoring and management. He envisions a future where scientific research and technology drive effective environmental policies and foster sustainable development across Nigeria and beyond.

Education

  • PhD KASU (in view)
  • Msc. KASU
  • Bsc. FUDMA

Publications

  • Abubakar M. L., Abdussalam, A. F., Mohammed, H. I., Ahmed M. S., & Musa, A. S (2025). Flood susceptibility assessment via GIS and the analytical hierarchy process in Kaduna, Nigeria. Discover Geoscience, 3(94). https://doi.org/10.1007/s44327-025-00125-8
  • Babati, A., Isa Z., Abdussalam, A.F., Baba, S. U., Mustapha, B. B., & Musa, A. S. (2025). Application of Machine learning for coastal flooding. Discover Cities, 2(28). https://doi.org/10.1007/s44288-025-00204-8
  • Babati, A., Atiyong B. R., Musa, A. S., Dabo, A. A., Baba, B. M., & Maryam, M. (2022). Modelling and prediction of groundwater level in river Mallam Sule Catchment area, Nigeria. Association of Nigerian Geographers 62nd Annual National Conference 2022. Kaduna State Univeristy, Kaduna. (182-183)
  • Musa, A. S., Atiyong, B. R., Tanko, A. I., & Isa, Z., (2025). Effects of soil salinity on sustainability of crop production in Gusau Local Government Area, Zamfara State, Nigeria. Science World Journal, 19(4), 1030 – 1036.
  • Musa, A. S., Atiyong, B. R., Isa, Z., Tanko, A. I., Babati, A. (2022). Spatio-Temporal Variations of Soil Salinity in Gusau Local Government Area, Zamfara State, Nigeria FUDMA Journal of Sciences, Vol 6(5), 109 – 114
  • Musa, A. S. (2017). Assessment of the Effects of Vegetation on Soil Erosion Control in Wanke Village, Zamfara State. Unpublished undergraduate project. Federal University Dutsinma: Department of Geography and Regional Planning.

Skills

soil science and analysis 95%%
Environmental management 85%%
Remote sensing and GIS88%
Scientific Writing and Research Publication 92%%
Climatic change Adaptation76%