Mohammed Sani Abubakar, PhD, CAS, FIRCPC
Dr. Mohammed Sani Abubakar is a distinguished professional with extensive expertise in entrepreneurship, counter-terrorism, and humanitarian affairs, with a particular focus on the Lake Chad region. His deep understanding of the region’s cultural, socio‑economic, and security dynamics enables him to devise effective strategies for sustainable development and peacebuilding.
Professional Experience
– Advisor to the Nigerian military at strategic levels, providing policy, intelligence, crisis management, and contemporary affairs guidance.
– Contributor to strategic decision‑making through rigorous analysis of national and international security issues.
Education
– PhD in Military Studies, University of Abuja
– PhD in Education, City University, Colombo
– MSc in International Affairs and Defence Studies, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
Certifications & Fellowships
– Certified Anti‑Terrorism Specialist
– Fellow, Institute for Crisis Resolution, Peacebuilding and Conciliation
– World Research Fellow, London
Publications
– Serving the Nation: Exploring Mandatory Military Service for Nigerian Youths
– The Legend of Buratai (Vol. 1)
– The Legend of Buratai (Vol. 2) – co‑authored with Lt. Gen. TY Buratai (Rtd)
– Life Principles for Greatness
– Bilqisa (fiction)
– Military Leadership, National Defense and Security in a Complex Security Environment – co‑edited with Dr. Sunday Adejoh, Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna
Dr. Abubakar’s insights are widely respected by the Nigerian military and media, and his contributions continue to shape policy and practice in security, development, and peacebuilding across the Lake Chad basin. He is the CEO of Elbroco International Security Company Ltd.

