Prof. Yakubu is a distinguished academic and seasoned administrator with over 22 years of combined experience in the Nigerian university system and the civil service. He began his career after graduating with honors in Zoology and is currently a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Zoology, University of Jos, where he also serves as a Member of the University Senate, Deputy Dean of the Postgraduate School, and Chairperson of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Jos Branch. He has also held positions such as Acting Head of Department.

Academic Journey
Prof. Yakubu’s education spans several distinguished institutions:

• St. John’s RCM School, Turu/Vom (1970 – 1972)

• Government School, Uromi, Edo State (1972 – 1974)

• Moslem Community Secondary School, Oro, Kwara State (1974 – 1976) – First School Leaving Certificate

• Oro Grammar School, Kwara State (1976 – 1979)

• Zang Secondary & Commercial School, Bukuru, Plateau State (1979 – 1981) – G.C.E. O-Level

• University of Jos (1981 – 1985) – B.Sc. (Hons.) Zoology

• University of Jos (1986 – 1987) – M.Sc. Applied Entomology & Parasitology

• University of Reading, U.K. (1994 – 1995) – M.Sc. Animal & Forage Science

• University of Nottingham, U.K. (2001 – 2005) – Ph.D. Developmental Biology

• Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (2009 – 2010) – Professional Diploma in Education

Professional Memberships
Prof. Yakubu belongs to numerous prestigious professional bodies, including:

• Physiological Society, U.K.

• Neonatal Society, U.K.

• Nutrition Society, U.K. & Nigeria

• British Society of Animal Science, U.K.

• Entomological Society of Nigeria

• Public Health and Parasitology Society of Nigeria

Prof. Yakubu became a Member of the Board of Directors of Highland Microfinance Bank in 2012. His wealth of academic expertise and administrative experience continues to strengthen the bank’s governance and strategic direction.

Mrs. Mary Yom Dung is an accomplished professional in business management and public administration, with extensive training and a distinguished public service career.

Education

• Diploma in Business Management, Dorset Institute of Higher Education, U.K. (1978 – 1979)

• Advanced Diploma in Public Administration, University of Jos (1991 – 1992)

• B.Sc. in Public Administration, University of Jos (1999 – 2003)

• Additional professional courses in project management, feasibility studies, and small enterprise development.

Career
Mrs. Dung built a remarkable career in the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, beginning as a Clerical Officer and rising through the ranks to become Deputy Director of Industry, a position she held until her retirement from active service.

Professional Development
She has participated in numerous national and international workshops and seminars, including:

• Small Enterprise Management Consultancy Skills, National Institute of Small Industry Extension Training, Hyderabad, India (2001)

• Project Monitoring & Evaluation, Agric & Rural Management Training Institute (ARMTI), Ilorin & UNDP (1997)

• Project Feasibility Studies and Loan Appraisal, Grid Consulting Ltd., Lagos (1988)

• Project Management and Monitoring for SMEs, Centre for Industrial Research & Development, University of Ife (1987)

• Planning & Starting a Business, Centre for Management Development, Lagos (1986)

Mrs. Dung joined the Board of Directors of Highland Microfinance Bank in 2010, where she continues to contribute her vast expertise in business strategy, governance, and enterprise development.

Chief Aputazie is an astute business administrator. He is a career capitalist and  an achiever. Currently, the Managing Director of Aquaflus Heart and Chemical Industry Nig. Ltd. He is also the Managing Director, Mac OKB Communication Nig. Ltd.

Chief Aputazie’s hobbies include: listening to music, road walk, playing football among others.

He joined the Board of Highland Microfinance Bank plc as a member in 2008.