22/05/2026
Nigerian Scholar, Abdullahi Saka, Rises from FUTA First-Class Graduate to UK Professor
A wave of celebration has followed the remarkable academic journey of Abdullahi Saka, who has risen from being a First-Class graduate of Federal University of Technology Akure to becoming a Professor at University of Westminster in the United Kingdom.
Saka graduated from FUTA in 2016 with a degree in Quantity Surveying, earning First-Class honours. Driven by academic excellence and a passion for research, he proceeded to Hong Kong Polytechnic University, where he obtained a PhD in Construction in 2021.
His rise within the global academic space has been swift and inspiring. Between 2022 and 2024, he served as a Senior Lecturer at Leeds Beckett University before joining the University of Westminster as a Reader (Associate Professor) in 2024. He has now attained the rank of full Professor, a feat many have described as a testament to hard work, brilliance, and consistency.
Across social media and academic circles, many Nigerians and admirers around the world have hailed his achievement as a powerful symbol of excellence and global impact. Some admirers have even described him as the “youngest professor in the world,” reflecting the excitement surrounding his rapid academic progression.
His story continues to inspire young scholars across Africa and beyond, proving that dedication, discipline, and knowledge can open doors across continents.
