Professor Gimba Victor Kyari, a distinguished academic and accomplished researcher, serves as the Provost of the College of Communication, Management, and Social Sciences at Kaduna State University. With expertise spanning Econometrics, Financial Economics, and Policy Formulation, he has supervised numerous postgraduate students and published over 60 peer-reviewed articles. His global impact includes winning international research grants, consultancy for UNICEF and PMC, and serving on editorial boards. Prof. Kyari exemplifies excellence in research, teaching, and community service.
Professor Gimba Victor Kyari is a renowned academic specializing in Econometrics and Financial Economics. As the current Provost of the College of Communication, Management, and Social Sciences at Kaduna State University, he brings over two decades of experience in research, teaching, and community service. With over 60 peer-reviewed publications in areas such as Monetary Economics, Fiscal Policy, and Economic Growth, Professor Kyari is a leading voice in his field.
He has successfully supervised six doctoral candidates and more than 40 master’s students, primarily focusing on macroeconomic issues. His expertise spans statistical tools like SPSS, Excel, E-views, and Stata, making him proficient in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
Professor Kyari has secured national and international research grants, including projects for UNICEF and the Population Media Centre (PMC). His roles extend to editorial contributions for multiple journals and consultancy services.
A dedicated academic leader, he has served as Head of Department, Deputy Provost, and Chairman of numerous academic committees. His global engagements have taken him to the USA, Italy, France, Turkey, and beyond.
Outside academia, Professor Kyari enjoys reading, badminton, and comedy. Married to Dr. Gimba Evelyn Selbyen, he is a proud father of four, committed to excellence and innovation.