Babangida Varsity Promotes Nigeria’s Traditional Medicine, Others In China

Vice Chancellor of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) University, Lapai, Professor Mohammed Hadi Sulaiman, has completed a week’s engagement in Wuhan, China, where he sealed partnerships and linkages on traditional medicine.

He said his journey strived to advance Nigeria’s interests in agriculture, veterinary and traditional medicines.

LEADERSHIP reports that the vice chancellor was in Wuhan from 18th to 25th November 2025, participating in high-level academic and diplomatic activities to expand global collaboration for IBBU and Nigeria’s research ecosystem.

During the Forum on China–Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Beijing Action Plan 2025–2027, hosted by the China–Africa Innovation Centre, Professor Sulaiman delivered a keynote address titled, “Mitigating Challenges of Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture in Nigeria: Opportunities, Threats and Imperatives for International Collaboration.”

He emphasised the need for stronger transnational partnerships to enhance agricultural productivity and veterinary systems across Africa.

Sulaiman also stressed the importance of global cooperation in harnessing the potential of Nigerian traditional medicine for sustainable healthcare solutions.

Also, the dean of the Pharmaceutical Science, Dr Abdulmumin Zayad Abubakar, who was part of the ream, spoke on “Synergising Tradition and Technology: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in African Traditional Medicine.”

He showcased global research on the history, efficacy and utilisation of traditional medicine.