Mr. Mukhtar Aliu | Social Entrepreneurship | Academic Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award

Mr. Mukhtar Aliu | Nigerian Defence Academy | Nigeria

Mr. Mukhtar Aliu is a Nigerian scholar and lecturer specializing in entrepreneurship and business studies, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship at the Federal University of Technology, Minna, where he had earlier earned both his M.Tech with distinction and his First-Class B.Tech in the same field. He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Education from the National Teachers’ Institute, Kaduna. Mukhtar has distinguished himself academically, receiving awards as the best student during his undergraduate years and graduating top of his department. He has contributed extensively to research, with publications in reputable journals addressing social entrepreneurship, sustainable community development, marketing strategies, and small business growth. His professional career includes his current role as a lecturer at the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna, and part-time lecturing at Kwara State College of Health Technology, Offa. A dedicated researcher and educator, he is also a member of the Young African Leaders Initiative and has participated in several international conferences.

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Academic Background

Mr. Mukhtar Aliu has built a solid academic foundation in entrepreneurship and education, marked by consistent excellence and dedication. He began his early schooling at An-Nur Muslim Model School, Offa, Kwara State, before proceeding to Oyun Baptist High School, Ijagbo, where he completed his secondary education. He later advanced to the Federal University of Technology, Minna, where he earned a B.Tech in Entrepreneurship and Business Studies, graduating with First Class Honours. Demonstrating his commitment to higher learning, he pursued a Master of Technology in Entrepreneurship and Business Studies at the same institution, graduating. To strengthen his pedagogical expertise, he obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Education from the National Teachers’ Institute, Kaduna. Currently, he is pursuing a Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship at the Federal University of Technology, Minna, further enhancing his scholarly and professional journey in the field.

Professional Experience

Mr. Mukhtar Aliu has gained diverse professional experience across academia, education, and business, reflecting his versatility and commitment to entrepreneurship development. He currently serves as a full-time lecturer at the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna, a role he assumed, while also working as a part-time lecturer at Kwara State College of Health Technology, Offa, where he previously served as Entrepreneurship Director and taught both ND and HND students. he worked with the Kwara State Teaching Service Commission as a subject teacher and Education Officer II, he coordinated Mukhtech Extra Mural Class in Offa. His teaching journey began during his National Youth Service Corps at Wise Children Secondary School, Makurdi. Beyond education, he acquired industry experience as a sales representative at Dayntee Farms Limited and as Marketing Manager of Crescent Magazine at the Federal University of Technology, Minna, where he led sales and marketing strategies for the student community.

Research Focus

Mr. Mukhtar Aliu’s research focus lies primarily within the fields of entrepreneurship, social innovation, and sustainable business practices, with a strong emphasis on how entrepreneurial strategies can drive economic growth and community development. His work addresses critical themes such as entrepreneurial motivations, social entrepreneurship, and the role of marketing strategies in achieving sustainable competitive advantage for small and medium-sized enterprises and manufacturing firms. He has explored both opportunity-driven and necessity-driven entrepreneurship, highlighting the dynamics that influence the growth of micro and small businesses. His recent publications expand into social entrepreneurship, analyzing its impact on solving social problems and fostering sustainable community development in Nigeria. Additionally, his research examines the influence of socio-economic infrastructures on the sustainability of firms, bridging the gap between theory and practical applications. Collectively, his scholarship reflects a multidisciplinary approach that integrates entrepreneurship, marketing, social responsibility, and sustainable development as key drivers of economic and social transformation.

Publication Top Notes

Entrepreneurial motivations and micro-small businesses growth: Opportunity-driven and necessity-driven entrepreneurship perspectives
Year: 2019
Citations: 11

A review on marketing strategies and sustainable competitive advantage of SMEs in the manufacturing sector
Year: 2020
Citations: 6

Exploring Marketing Strategy as a Catalyst for Sustainable Competitive Advantage in Nigerian Manufacturing Sector: A Theoretical Review
Year: 2021
Citations: 2

Examining the impact of social entrepreneurship on sustainable community development in South West Nigeria
Year: 2025
Citations: 1

Impact Of Marketing Strategies On Sustainable Competitive Advantage: A Study Of Manufacturing Firms In Minna Metropolis
Year: 2021
Citations: 1

Conclusion

Mr. Mukhtar Aliu’s outstanding academic track record, research contributions, and commitment to entrepreneurship education position him as a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Academic Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award. His blend of teaching, research, and leadership reflects both promise and impact, making him an excellent fit for this recognition, with strong potential to inspire future entrepreneurial scholarship and practice.