✨ Biography of

Professor Hussain Akande Abdulkareem

1939 – 2021

Professor Hussain Akande Abdulkareem was more than a scholar — he was a light bearer. Born in 1939 in Badagry, Lagos State, Nigeria, he rose from humble beginnings to become one of Africa's most respected voices in Medical Biochemistry, Malaria Research, Islamic Scholarship, and Global Health Advocacy.

"A scholar's legacy is not his position or title — it is how far his knowledge travels after he is gone."

🧠 A Lifetime of Teaching and Impact

Professor AbdulKareem served in academia for over four decades, shaping thousands of students and influencing countless medical professionals across Nigeria, Sudan, Austria, the United Kingdom, and beyond.

Academic Excellence

Over 40 years of teaching at prestigious institutions including University of Lagos, University of Maiduguri, and University of Abuja, mentoring thousands of students.

Global Recognition

Honored with NATO International Scholar Awards, Howard Hughes Memorial Award, and named "International Man of the Millennium" in 1999.

Legacy & Contributions

A lifetime dedicated to knowledge, faith, and service to humanity

Forum of Muslim Professors

Founded in 2004 to support Muslims in academia and public service

Scholarship Initiatives

Arranged study opportunities for young Nigerian Muslims

Community Mosque

Built a mosque where he led Friday prayers and community activities

Founder of the Islamic Study Group of Nigeria (ISGON) - a respected platform for Muslims seeking balanced Islamic knowledge rooted in the Qur'an and Sunnah.

📚 Books & Publications

"His writings must not be forgotten — they must continue to teach generations to come."

Service to Humanity

Biography

Cigarette Smoking: Divine and Medical

Islamic Writings / Research

The Significance of Hijrah Calendar: System to Mankind

Islamic Writings

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💬 Tributes & Reflections

Share your memories and reflections

"He will be greatly missed as a father, mentor and selfless leader of MSSN family because of his contribution to both society and academic field."

Mallam Miftahudeen Thanni

"He was an erudite scholar, professor and HOD in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Maiduguri in 1980s. He was a phillantropist who was fond of asking students to link him with economically less endowed students to assist them."

Dr. Matawalli Ajagana Geidam

Did Professor AbdulKareem impact your life? We invite you to share your memories, stories, and reflections about him.

📩 From the Family

This website is curated by his children who wish to preserve his legacy and make his works accessible to all who seek knowledge.

If you have contributions, missing publications, photographs, or would like to share your memories of Professor AbdulKareem, we welcome you to reach out.

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May his knowledge continue to benefit humanity