Professor Seidu Al-Hassan with Professor Ibrahim Yakubu Seini at the 17th UDS Professorial Inaugural Lecture
Professor Ibrahim Yakubu Seini, Dean of the Faculty for Physical Sciences at the University for Development Studies (UDS), has advocated for the enhanced promotion of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in rural schools to foster a fair and equitable society.
Prof. Ibrahim Yakubu Seini, at the 17th UDS Professorial Inaugural Lecture titled “Beyond Computations: Mathematics is Key to National Development,” indicated the importance of prioritising Mathematics education, particularly in underserved regions where resources are limited.
“No nation can progress without Mathematics, which is crucial for unlocking students’ potential and preparing them for future opportunities. Mathematics fuels innovation and is vital for tackling global challenges such as climate change, healthcare, and cybersecurity,” he stated.
He noted that Mathematics cultivates critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, enabling students to understand essential scientific principles while also nurturing their creativity.
The Dean of the Faculty for Physical Sciences at UDS urged government officials and stakeholders to invest in Mathematics education and inspire more students to pursue it for a brighter future.
Prof. Seini pointed out that Mathematics has paved the way for careers in emerging fields such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics, Machine Learning, and Climate Science, adding the necessity of addressing gender and diversity disparities by encouraging underrepresented groups to engage in Mathematical Sciences, thereby ensuring a diverse talent pool that drives innovation.
The Vice-Chancellor of the University for Development Studies, Prof. Seidu Al-Hassan, lauded Prof. Seini for his research, noting its potential to raise awareness and motivate more young people to pursue Mathematics.
“Mathematics is a fundamental pillar of national development, and we at UDS are proud to lead this conversation and encourage youth interest in mathematics and its applications,” he disclosed.
Prof. Al-Hassan urged educators to adopt engaging and simplified teaching methods to make Mathematics more accessible and appealing to students, and reaffirmed the university’s commitment to conducting research that contributes meaningfully to national discourse and development.
The 17th UDS Professorial Inaugural Lecture brought together faculty members, scholars, students, and research fellows who engaged in discussions about the significance of mathematical education for national development.
FROM Eric Kombat