Abubakar Abubakar Usman holds a B.Sc. from Bayero University Kano, an M.Sc. from the International Islamic University Malaysia, an M.Sc. from the Institute of Diplomacy and Foreign Relations, and a Ph.D. from the Institute of Malaysian and International Studies at the National University Malaysia. He boasts an extensive portfolio of publications in esteemed academic journals and prominent international media outlets. Abubakar’s expertise spans a wide spectrum, including Globalization and Development, Countering Violent Extremism, Foreign Policy Analysis, Islam and Political Dynamics, Diplomacy and Strategic Studies, as well as African International Relations.