Prof. Shehu Usman Adamu • Academic & Public Service PortfolioPublic Health • Administration • Research • Public Service
Prof. Shehu Usman Adamu, Professor of Public Health, at work
Professor of Public HealthAcademic • Administration • Research • Public Service
Professor of Public Health • FIAPH • MPPSN

Prof. Shehu Usman Adamu

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration)National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)

An academic, researcher, university administrator and public-sector leader whose career spans public health, higher education, governance, policy implementation, research and institutional leadership.

30+Years Teaching & Research
47+Postgraduate Students Graduated
2019–PresentProfessor, NOUN
2025–PresentDVC (Administration), NOUN
Welcome

Welcome to My Official Academic Profile

This platform presents a concise view of Prof. Adamu’s academic journey, research, university administration, public service and professional engagements.

Welcome Message

I warmly welcome you to my official academic and professional profile. This platform offers a glimpse into my journey and contributions across public health, academia, research, university administration and public service, reflecting my enduring commitment to excellence, innovation, knowledge advancement and impactful leadership.

I invite you to explore the profile and learn more about my academic interests, professional engagements, research activities and institutional contributions.

“Our approach is founded on teamwork, accountability, transparency, innovation and continuous improvement.”— Prof. Shehu Usman Adamu, NOUN DVC (Administration)
Areas of Practice

Professional Focus

Core areas reflected across his academic, research, administrative and public-service record.

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Public Health

Epidemiology, disease prevention and control, environmental health and health systems.

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Research

Parasitology, neglected tropical diseases, natural products, public-health studies and bioethics.

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University Administration

Governance, staff and student support, institutional coordination and academic development.

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Public Service

Legislative service, Kaduna State executive appointments, policy and public administration.