The Aminu Kano Centre for Democratic Studies (AKCDS), also known as Mambayya House, functions as a research and training unit of Bayero University, Kano. Established in 2000, the nonprofit organisation aims to "promote and consolidate Nigeria’s growing democratic heritage and practice through theoretical and applied research, as well as training and policy analysis".[1][2]
| Abbreviation | AKCDS |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Mambayya House |
| Named after | Aminu Kano |
| Formation | November 2000 |
| Type | Nonprofit |
| Purpose | Research and training |
| Location | |
| Coordinates | 12°0′54.342″N 8°30′20.4912″E / 12.01509500°N 8.505692000°E |
Board Chairmain | Hafiz Abubakar |
Director | Habu Mohammed |
Parent organization | Bayero University Kano |
| Website | mambayyahouse.ng |
Named in honour of the 20th-century Nigerian politician Aminu Kano, the Centre houses a museum commemorating his life, situated within the premises of the late politician's original residence. The centre's nickname, Mambayya House, originates from the nickname of Aminu's mother.[1]
History
editAfter the Centre for Democratic Studies (CDS) was discontinued by the Federal Government of Nigeria in 1996, the vacated premises was donated to the Bayero University, Kano in 1999. The Aminu Kano Centre for Democratic Studies was founded a year later in November 2000.[1]
Programs and events
editThe AKCDS serves as a venue for hosting and coordinating a variety of events such as workshops, town hall meetings, seminars, and conferences. It occasionally invites prominent individuals to participate in these gatherings and programs. It collaborates with several national and international organisations, including government agencies, state governments, universities, and other organisations.[3]
Leadership
editThe governing board of the centre is chaired by Professor Hafiz Abubakar, former deputy governor of Kano State and former Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Bayero University, Kano.[4][5] The Director of the AKCDS is Professor Habu Mohammed.[6]
References
edit- ^ a b c "History – MAMBAYYA HOUSE". Retrieved 2024-04-01.
- ^ Salau, Mohammed Bashir; Oluokun, Oyedele (2024-01-30), "Aminu Kano", Oxford Research Encyclopedia of African History, doi:10.1093/acrefore/9780190277734.013.590, ISBN 978-0-19-027773-4, retrieved 2024-04-01
- ^ "Mambayya House – Civic Action Learning". Retrieved 2024-04-01.
- ^ "Governing Board Members – MAMBAYYA HOUSE". Retrieved 2024-04-01.
- ^ Cyril (2021-11-27). "Kano State's former deputy governor calls for economic diversification". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-04-01.
- ^ Oyedeyi, Imoleayo (2024-02-11). "How Nigerians can rescue themselves from those weaponising poverty for political gains—Habu Mohammed". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-04-01.