< img src="https://edugist.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot_20260408-102345.jpg"alt =""> A professor at Ahmadu Bello University, Halimah Sani-Sambo, has actually made history as the very first female Professor of Actuarial Science in Nigeria.
Sani-Sambo, who also functions as the Head of the Department of Actuarial Science and Insurance, explained her accomplishment as a turning point not only for herself however for her community and the country at big.
Sharing her thoughts, she revealed appreciation for the journey and the support she received along the method.
“All praise is because of God Almighty. I am the first female Professor of Actuarial Science in Nigeria, from Unguwan Juma– the land of Queen Amina of Zazzau– and also the Head of the Department of Actuarial Science and Insurance. These are amongst the many blessings of God upon me.”
She further appreciated the role of her support system in her success.
“I seriously value my parents, instructors, household, pals, coaches, colleagues, and many specifically my four kids. I hope this accomplishment benefits mankind in both worlds.”
Her achievement is being celebrated as a significant advance for women in academia and the field of actuarial science in Nigeria.