Full Name: DR. AMMARU UMMARU
Gender: Male
Institutional Email address: ammaru.umaru@umyu.edu.ng
Faculty/Unit: Humanities
Department: Islamic Studies
Rank: Senior Lecturer
M.A./ PhD Islamic Studies
Islamic History, Interfaith Relations, Security/Peace & Conflict Resolution
PUBLICATIONS
A) Published Journal Articles:
1. Ammaru Ummaru “An Appraisal On The Application Of Shari’ah In Katsina State: Challenges And Prospects,” In Al-Hikmah Journal Of Islamic Studies, Department Of Islamic Studies, Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina, Vol. 3, No. 1, January 2015, ISSN 2277-0658. (Pp. 100-111)
2. Ammaru Ummaru “The Biography And Contributions Of Abdullahi Bin Mas’ud (R.A.) To The Studies Of Glorious Qur’an,” In Al-Hikmah Journal Of Islamic Studies, Department Of Islamic Studies, Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina, Vol. 4, No. 1, December 2015, ISSN 2277-0658, Pp.63-77.
3. Ammaru Ummaru “The Role Of Islamic Community Secondary Schools In Promoting The Life Of Muslim Women In Northern Nigeria: A Case-Study Of Katsina State,” In UMYU Journal Of Educational Research, Vol. 7, No. 2, September2017, ISSN 21417881, Pp.352-368.
4. Ammaru Ummaru “Employing Prophet Muhammad’s SAW Injunctions On Self Reliance As A Panacea To Unemployment Among Youths”. Al-Qalam Multidimensional International Journal, Al-Qalam University, Katsina. Volume I, Number I, July 2018, Maiden Edition, Pp. 23-32.
5. Ammaru Ummaru “The Relevance Of Imam Al-Mawardi’s Political Ideas In Resolving Political Challenges In Africa And Its Implication On Peaceful Co-Existence”. The Nasara Journal Of Humanities, Faculty Of Arts, Nasarawa State University, Keffi-Nigeria, Volume 7 No.1 & 2, October 2019, ISSN 1118-6887, Pp.198-210.
6. Ammaru Ummaru & Muhammad Sharif “The Efficacy Of Applying Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Practical Methods Of Conflict Management In Resolving Inter-Religious Crises In Nigeria,” International Journal Of Innovation, Creativity And Change (IJICC), Volume13,Issue1,2020,www.ijicc.net,https://www.ijicc.net/components/com_rsform/uploads/5ee0b6323d9e9-the-efficacy-of-applying-prophet-muhammad-s-pbuh-practical-methods-of-conflict-management-in-resolving-inter-religious-crises-in-nigeri.pdf
7. Ammaru Ummaru “The Potentiality Of Religious Tolerance In Addressing Inter-Religious Discrimination In Northern Nigeria: Islamic And Christian Perspectives”. Al-Yaqeen International Journal Of Islamic Studies, Department Of Islamic Studies, Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Katsina, Nigeria, Volume 3 No.1, December 2022. ISSN 2811-3055, Pp. 22-32.
8 Ammaru Ummaru Et Al. “Politics, Religion And Christian-Muslim Relations In Northern Nigeria: An Islamic Perspective” ALLAWH: Journal Of Arabic & Islamic Studies, Maiduguri Department Of Arabic & Islamic Studies, University Of Maiduguri, ISSN: 1595-5567 Vol. 2. No.2 2022. Pp. 75-89
9.Ammaru Ummaru "Revising Islamic Studies Courses For Improving Cordial Interfaith Relations In Nigeria: A Case Study Of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University Katsina, Nigeria". Riphah Journal Of Islamic Thought & Civilization (RJITC), Department Of Islamic Studies, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Pakistan. Vol:I, Issue:01, Jan-June, 2023. ISSN (E): 2791-187X. PP.28-46 https://journals.riphah.edu.pk/index.php/jitc
B. EDITED BOOKS & BOOK CHAPTERS
Published Book Chapters:
1. Ammaru Ummaru “Islamic Viewpoint On Personal And Community Policing As A Panacea To Security Challenges”. Published In The “Personal And Community Policing: Theory And Practice Of Managing National Security Challenges In Nigeria”, Ed. Suleiman Iguda Ladan, August, 2020. Pp.82-202
C) EDITED BOOKS OF CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS
1. Ammaru Ummaru “Review Of The Economic Aspect Of The “The Kitab Al-Kharaj,”-The Treatise On Al-Kharaj, By Qadi Imam Abu Yusuf (113–182 A.H., 731–798 A.C.)” In the 3rd Annual International Conference On Islam, Economic Growth And Sustainable Development Edited Conference Proceedings. Published By The Department Of Islamic Studies, Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), Nasarawa State. July 2018.Pp. 280-299
2. Ammaru Ummaru “The Relevance Of Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Economic Lifestyle In Resolving Religious Conflicts In Nigeria” in The International Conference On The Biography Of Prophet Muhammad(S.A.W), E-Proceeding Book One. Published By Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina. November 2019. Pp. 89-98
CONFERENCES ATTENDED & RESEARCH/PROJECT SUPERVISION
CONFERENCES ATTENDED
1. Ammaru Ummaru “The Biography And Contributions Of Abdullahi Bin Mas’ud (R.A.) To The Studies Of Glorious Qur’an.” Presented At International Conference On The Qur’an: Past, Present And The Future. Organized By The Center For Qur’anic Studies, Bayero University, Kano, From 13th-15th August 2015
2. Ammaru Ummaru “Renaissance Of Muslim Women Education In Northern Nigeria: A Study Of Women (Community) Colleges Of Arabic And Islamic Studies In Katsina State”. Presented At National Conference On Islamic Scholarship And Scholars In Modern Nigeria: 1900-Date. Organized By The Department Of Islamic Studies And Shari’ah, Bayero University, Kano. From 18th-19th April 2017
3. Ammaru Ummaru “Analytical Synopsis Of The Islamic Guidelines And Strategies On Personal Security And Community Policing”. Presented At The First International Conference On Personal Security And Community Policing. Organized By The Department Of Sociology, Al-Qalam University, Katsina In Conjunction With Pleasant Library And Book Club, Katsina. From 3rd-5th May 2017
4. Ammaru Ummaru “Islamic Injunctions On Self Reliance As Panacea To Economic Recession In Nigeria.” Presented At The National Conference On Arabic And Islamic Studies And The Global Recession. Organized By The Nigeria Association Of Teachers Of Arabic And Islamic Studies (NATAIS), From 24th-29th December 2017
5. Ammaru Ummaru “Review Of The Economic Aspect Of TheKitab Al-Kharaj,” The Treatise On Al-Kharaj, By Qadi Imam Abu Yusuf (113–182 A.H., 731–798 A.C.).” Presented At The 3rd Annual International Conference On “Islam, Economic Growth And Sustainable Development. Organized By The Department Of Islamic Studies, Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), Nasarawa State 8th-11th July 2018
6. Ammaru Ummaru “Review Of The Political Aspect Of The Book “Ahkam Al-Sultaniyyah (Islamic Ordinance Of Governance)” By Imam Al-Mawardi And Its Relevance In Solving Contemporary Political Challenges In Africa.” Presented At The 1st International Conference On Humanities And The Burden Of Governance In Africa. Organized By The Faculty Of Arts, Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) Nasarawa State. 25th-28th November 2018
7. Ammaru Ummaru & Muhammad Sharif “The Indispensability Of Peaceful Coexistence To The Attainment Of SDGs In Northern Nigeria: An Excerpt From The Biography Of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).” Presented At The 2nd Postgraduate International Conference On Humanities (ICH2019). Organized By The School Of Humanities, Universiti Sains Malaysia. 30th-31st October 2019
8. Ammaru Ummaru “The Relevance Of Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Economic Lifestyle In Resolving Religious Conflicts In Nigeria.” Presented At The International Conference On The Relevance Of The Life Of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) To The Contemporary Societies: Challenges And Solutions. Organized By Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina, In Collaboration With NUSRET. 4th-6th November 2019
9. Ammaru Ummaru & Muhammad Sharif “The Efficacy Of Applying Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Practical Methods Of Conflict Management In Resolving Religious Crises In Nigeria.” Presented At The 2ndInternational Postgraduate Research Conference (IPRC), Organized By The Graduate School, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Terengganu, Malaysia. 7th-8th December 2019
10. Ammaru Ummaru “Appraisal Of Christian-Muslim Relations And Shari’ah Implementation Controversy In Nigeria In The Light Of The Charter Of Madinah.” Presented At The 2nd Islamic Studies Postgraduate Conference 2019 (ISPOC2019). Organized By The Islamic Studies Section, School Of Humanities, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). 11th December 2019
11. Ammaru Ummaru “Redesigning Islamic Studies Curriculum At University Level For Sustainable Peaceful Coexistence In Nigeria: Umaru Musa Yar’adua University Katsina, Nigeria, As A Case Study”. Presented At The 2nd International Conference On Conflicts, Indigenous Institutions And Cultural Sustainability. Organized By The Centre For The Study And Promotion Of Cultural Sustainability, University Of Maiduguri, Borno, Borno State, Nigeria, From 1st-3rd February, 2022
12. Ammaru Ummaru Et Al. “Politics, Religion And Christian/Muslim Relations In Northern Nigeria: An Islamic Perspective”. Presented At The National Conference On Politics And Citizens’ Welfare In Nigeria: The Role Of Arabic And Islamic Studies. Organized By The Nigeria Association Of Teachers Of Arabic And Islamic Studies (NATAIS). Held In Maiduguri, Borno State. From 16th-21st December 2022
13. Ammaru Ummaru Et Al. “Assessment Of The Effect Of Waqf And The Role Of Government In Providing Social Services To The Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Of Borno State: An Islamic Point Of View”. Presented At The National Conference On Politics And Citizens’ Welfare In Nigeria: The Role Of Arabic And Islamic Studies. Organized By The Nigeria Association Of Teachers Of Arabic And Islamic Studies (NATAIS). Held In Maiduguri, Borno State. From 16th-21st December 2022.
14. Ammaru Ummaru Et Al. “Analytical Synopsis Of Historical Peaceful Coexistence In The Christian-Muslim Interactions In Nigeria”. Presented At The National Conference On Politics And Citizens’ Welfare In Nigeria: The Role Of Arabic And Islamic Studies. Organized By The Nigeria Association Of Teachers Of Arabic And Islamic Studies (NATAIS). Held In Maiduguri, Borno State. From 16th-21st December 2022.
15. Ammaru Ummaru Et Al. The Prospective Role Of Da’awah Bi Al-Hikmah In Averting Inter- Religious Violence In Nigeria. Presented At The 2nd International Conference On “Islam & Violence: Facts And Fallacies” Organized By: Centre For Islamic Civilization And Interfaith Dialogue (CICID), Bayero University Kano (BUK), Nigeria. 8th-10th January, 2023 15.
16. Ammaru Ummaru & Bilkisu Jibril Gane "Orientalism And Its Effects On The Muslim Societies: A Review". Presented At The Annual International Conference On ‘Contemporary Global Challenges And The Crises In The Muslim World’ Organized By The Department Of Islamic Studies, Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina. 28th April – 1st May 2024.
17. Ammaru Ummaru & Jamilu Ibrahim "A Comparative Analysis On The Concept Of Divorce In Islam And Christianity: A Lesson For The Cotemporary Muslims And Christians In Katsina State". Presented At The Annual International Conference On ‘Contemporary Global Challenges And The Crises In The Muslim World’ Organized By The Department Of Islamic Studies, Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina. 28th April – 1st May 2024
18. Ammaru Ummaru Et Al. & Usman Dayyabu "The Concept And Application Of Morality In Islam And Christianity: A Comparative Analysis". Presented At The Annual International Conference On ‘Contemporary Global Challenges And The Crises In The Muslim World’ Organized By The Department Of Islamic Studies, Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina. 28th April – 1st May 2024
19. Ammaru Ummaru & Musa Ahmad Karkarku “Islam, Community Security And Perceptions Of Banditry Victims On The Operations Of The KSCSWC In Katsina State: A Comparative Analysis”. Presented At The 9th Annual Conference Of The Faculty Of Social Sciences On The Theme: “Insecurities, Vulnerables And Social Protection; Insights From Social Sciences” Organized By The: Faculty Of Social Sciences, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Sokoto State, Nigeria 2nd-5th September, 2024
20. Ammaru Ummaru "The Prospects Of Utilizing Zakat, Waqaf And Sadaqah Funds For Peaceful Coexistence In Nigeria". Presented At The 2nd International Conference On Islamic Financial Literacy (2nd ICIFIL) Organized By Institute Of Islamic Banking And Finance (IIBF), International Islamic University, Malaysia (IIUM), 2-5 October, 2024.
21. Ammaru Ummaru "The Concept Of Ishtimal (Inclusiveness) In Islam And Its Potentiality For Peaceful Coexistence In Nigeria. Presented At The 5th International Conference Of The Faculty Of Arts And Humanities, Prince Abubakar Audu University, Ayingba, Kogi State 19th-22nd October, 2024.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROJECT SUPERVISION
1. Ado Lawal Muhammad U1/10/ISL/0096. Topic: An Assessment Of SURE-P On Poverty Alleviation In Katsina Local Government Area: An Islamic Perspective. (Completed)
2. Hamisu Murja Adam U1/10/ISL/1215. Topic: The Role Of Islamic Organizations On Da’wah And Training New Converts: A Case Study Of Katsina Metropolis. (Completed)
3. Suleman Ibrahim U1/10/ISL/0867. Topic: The Negative Impact Of Western Education On Islamic Education. (Completed)
4. Muhammad Aminu Gambo U1/10/ISL/1256. Topic: Relationship Between Muslims And Non-Muslims In Contemporary Katsina: Problems And Prospects. (Completed)
5. Idris Mukhtar Kazaure U1/10/ISL/1163. Topic: Concept Of Goodness To Parents In Islam And Its Observance In Contemporary Time (A Case Study Of Kazaure Local Government Area) (Completed)
6. A’isha Babangida U1/10/ISL/1118. Topic: The Islamic Ruling On Surrogacy: Lessons For Contemporary Muslims. (Completed)
7. Abdullahi Bello U1/10/ISL/0923. Topic: The Role Of Orphanage Home In Alleviating The Sufferings Of Orphaned Children In Katsina Metropolis. (Completed)
8. Murtala Jibril U1/10/0128. Topic: The Contribution Of Wali Dan Masani To The Development Of Islam In Katsina Metropolis. (Completed)
9. IsyakuLawal U1/10/ISL/0763. Topic: An Examination Of The Features Of Uthmanic Mus-haf.(Completed)
10. Ruqayyah Ibrahim Muhammad U1/11/ISL/0193. Topic: An Assessment Of Relationship Between Co-Wives In Some Polygamous Families In Katsina Metropolis. (Completed)
11. Mustapha Hamza U1/11/ISL/1064. Topic: A Comparative Analysis On The Capital Punishment In Islam, Christianity And Judaism. (Completed)
12. Maimuna Hamza U1/11/ISL/1096. Topic: A Comparative Study Of Debt According To Islamic And Western Perspectives. (Completed)
13. Nazifi Haruna U1/11/ISL/1084. Topic: An Analysis Of The Contribution Of Muslim Scholars In The Compilation Of Hadith (A Case Study Of Seven Prominent Hadith Reporters Among The Companions [R.A.] )(Completed)
14. Maryam Bello Hashim U1/12/ISL/0989. Topic: Islamic Perspective On Bribery And Corruption (A Case Study Of Contemporary National Fund Misappropriation). (Completed)
15. Hassan Yusuf Abdussalam U1/12/ISL/0552. Topic: The Study Of Some Qur’anic Provisions On The Socio-Economic System Of The Muslims. (Completed)
16. Bashir Salihu U1/12/ISL/0286. Topic: The Relationship Between Iman, Ibadat And Akhlaq: An Analytical Study. (Completed)
17. Abdullahi Isah U1/12/ISL/1167. Topic: Problems And Prospects Of Privatization And Commercialization From Islamic Point Of View. (Completed)
18. Umar Rabi’u U1/12/ISL/0721. Topic: Negative Effects Of Music On The Morality Of The Muslim Youths (A Case Study Of Funtua Local Government Area). (Completed)
19. Aliyu Abdulkadir U1/12/ISL/0511. Topic: The Concept Of Knowledge In Islam With Particular Reference To Islamic Scholarship In Katsina Town. (Completed)
20. Zainab Dauda Karfi U2/13/ISL/1933. Topic: The Role Of Islamic Principles In The Establishment Of A Good Society. (Completed)
21. A’isha Abba Jaye U1/11/ISL/0967. Topic: Self-Reliance In Islam And Its Impact On The Contemporary Muslims (A Case Study Of Dutsin-ma L.G.A.) (Completed)
22. Mas’udu Muhammad U1/13/ISL/0621. Topic: Islam And Women Education: A Case Study Of Katsina L.G.A. (Completed)
23. Nura Ibrahim U1/13/ISL/2576. Topic: History And Contribution Of Some Qur’anic Schools Toward The Development Of Islam In Jibia L.G.A. (Completed)
24. Lawal Aliyu Rabi’u. U1/13/ISL/2230. Topic: The Practice And Effects Of Riba In Some Commercial Activities In Katsina Metropolis. (Completed)
25. Mustapha Isah U1/13/ISL/1240. Topic: Comparative Analysis Between Female Infanticide And Abortion In Contemporary Time. (Completed)
26. Ummah Abdu Haro. U1/14/ISL/0754 A Study Of The Lifestyle Of Aisha Bint Abubakar (R.A) As A Lesson For Contemporary Muslim Women. (Completed)
27. Isah Umar Imam. U1/14/ISL/0046 The Role Of Da’awah Institute Of Nigeria Towards Improving Muslim-Christian Relationship In Minna, Niger State.(Completed)
28. Sama’ila Saminu U1/14/ISL/2366. Topic: An Assessment Of Non-Muslim Relationship In Muslim Areas, A Case Study Of Dutsin-ma Local Government Area, Katsina State. (Completed)
29. Anas Bature U1/19/ISL/1934. Topic: Significance Of Worship And Its Application Among Muslims In Katsina LGA Of Katsina State. (Ongoing).
30. Nazifi Abdussalam U1/19/ISL/2025. Examining The Impact Of NAISS Programs On Moral Developmet In UMYU, Katsina. (Ongoing).
POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH SUPERVISION
1.Usman Dayyabu MA/16/ISL/6840.Comparative Analysis On The Concept Of Morality In Islam And Christianity (Completed)
2.Iliyasu Salisu MA/17/ISL/0534. Reformation Of Nigerian Correctional Services In Zamfara State: A Guideline From Islamic Perspective (Completed)
3.Bilkisu Jibrin Gane PhD/21/ISL/0103. Crisis Response And Community Empowerment: Humanitarism Initiatives By Muslim Women Organizations In The Northwest Region Of Nigeria (Ongoing).