Club delegation meets with Center for Infectious Disease Research leadership to discuss mentorship and collaboration opportunities

The Antimicrobial Resistance Club of Bayero University Kano (AMR Club BUK) continued its institutional engagement efforts with a significant courtesy visit to the Center for Infectious Disease Research (CIDR) at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital on Wednesday, June 11th, 2025.

Strategic Meeting at CIDR

The visit was part of AMR Club BUK’s ongoing commitment to raising awareness and promoting public enlightenment about antimicrobial resistance. Leading the delegation was Comrade Yahaya Lawan Muhammad, the club’s president, demonstrating the organization’s continued emphasis on high-level diplomatic engagement with key academic and research institutions.

Distinguished Attendees

The meeting brought together prominent figures from both the academic research community and student leadership:

From CIDR:

- The Director of CIDR

- Professor Hamza

- Professor Nashabaru

From AMR Club BUK:

- Yahaya Lawan Muhammad (President)

- Halliru Yakubu (Secretary General)

- Abba Abubakar (Assistant Secretary General)

- Adamu Sulaiman Adamu (Head of Communications)

- Umar Nasir Huzaifa (Assistant Head of Communications)

This composition reflected both institutions’ commitment to meaningful dialogue, with senior faculty members and the club’s core leadership team participating in substantive discussions.

Comprehensive Discussion Agenda

The courtesy visit focused on several key areas that align with AMR Club BUK’s strategic development goals:

Mentorship and Academic Guidance: The club sought to establish formal mentorship relationships with CIDR faculty members, recognizing the center’s expertise in infectious disease research as invaluable for guiding the club’s educational and research initiatives.

Partnership Opportunities: Discussions explored potential collaborative arrangements between AMR Club BUK and CIDR, aimed at leveraging the center’s research capabilities and the club’s advocacy platform to amplify antimicrobial resistance awareness efforts.

Capacity Building Workshops:The club presented proposals for specialized training sessions and workshops that would enhance members’ knowledge and skills in antimicrobial resistance research and advocacy.

Continued Awareness Campaigns: The meeting addressed how CIDR’s expertise could support and strengthen the club’s ongoing public enlightenment activities about AMR.

Positive Response from CIDR Leadership

The Director of CIDR responded enthusiastically to the club’s initiatives and proposals. His remarks during the meeting highlighted several important points:

He commended AMR Club BUK for taking on such a crucial initiative, recognizing the club’s unique position in addressing antimicrobial resistance through student-led advocacy and education.

The Director acknowledged the global significance of combating antimicrobial resistance, affirming that the club’s mission aligns with international health priorities and research objectives.

Most significantly, he assured the club of CIDR’s continued support, promising both academic guidance and potential financial assistance where feasible. This commitment represents a substantial endorsement of the club’s work and future potential.

Building on Previous Success

This courtesy visit builds upon AMR Club BUK’s recent successful engagement with Professor Hadiza Galadanci at ACEPHAP, demonstrating the club’s systematic approach to building institutional relationships across Kano’s academic and healthcare landscape.

The meeting with CIDR represents another milestone in the club’s evolution from a student organization to a recognized partner in the broader antimicrobial resistance advocacy community.


Implications for Future Activities

The positive reception at CIDR opens new avenues for AMR Club BUK’s development:

- Access to cutting-edge research insights and methodologies

- Opportunities for member training and professional development

- Potential collaboration on research projects and publications

- Enhanced credibility for the club’s advocacy efforts

- Possible funding support for expanded activities

Continued Leadership Excellence

Under the guidance of President Yahaya Lawan Muhammad and the communications leadership of Adamu Sulaiman Adamu, AMR Club BUK continues to demonstrate professional maturity in its institutional engagements.

The club’s ability to secure meaningful meetings with high-level academic and research leaders reflects its growing reputation and the genuine importance of its mission in addressing antimicrobial resistance challenges.