CSDN appoints Dr. Shettima Bukar Abba as Patron.

 Dr Shettima Bukar Abba is a distinguished Nigerian academic and seasoned public administrator from Borno State. He has served twice as Secretary to the State Government and represented the state as Federal Commissioner at the Federal Character Commission, where he was appointed Acting Executive Chairman in 2016 and 2018.


A PhD holder and former lecturer and Dean at the University of Maiduguri, Dr Abba is widely respected for his expertise in public administration and governance reforms. He is currently a member of the Governing Council of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi, further reflecting national recognition of his administrative experience.

In 2020, he was conferred the traditional title of Mai’inkinindi (kingmaker) in the Bama Emirate Council, in recognition of his contributions to community development.


On 25th February 2026, he was appointed as Patron of the Congress for Sustainable Development of Nigeria (CSDN), in recognition of his outstanding leadership, integrity, and commitment to sustainable development and national progress.

He is noted for his extensive service in government committees on local administration, pensions, and public sector reforms, reflecting a career dedicated to public service and institutional development.


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