Professor Abubakar Muhammad Madaki is a distinguished academic and legal practitioner specializing in Property Law, with a profound focus on Land Law, Conveyancing, and Legal Drafting. As a Professor of Law at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, he brings nearly three decades of exceptional experience in legal scholarship, administrative leadership, and public consultancy to his role.
Areas of Expertise
Professor Madaki's research and teaching interests are deeply rooted in property and legal procedural law, encompassing:
- Land Law and Administration (with extensive work on the Nigerian Land Use Act)
- Conveyancing Law and Practice
- Legal Drafting and Legislative Analysis
- Equity and Trust
- Intellectual Property Law
- Reproductive Health Law and Rights
Academic and Research Impact
A committed scholar, Professor Madaki has an impressive publication record, having authored and co-edited several books, and published over 30 articles in reputable, peer-reviewed journals. His scholarly work consistently addresses contemporary legal challenges in Nigeria, particularly concerning land tenure, constitutional governance, and the efficacy of legal instruments for social control. He is also actively engaged in shaping the next generation of legal minds, having successfully supervised scores of students, with several more currently under his mentorship.
Leadership and Administration
Professor Madaki has held significant administrative and leadership roles within Ahmadu Bello University and national legal bodies, demonstrating a strong capacity for institutional governance. Key positions include:
- Director at the Institute of Administration (2024 – Date)
- Dean of the Faculty of Law (multiple tenures, 2016-2018 and 2021-2022)
- Deputy Director at the Institute of Administration (2020 – 2024)
- Head of the Department of Private Law (2011 to 2016
- Member of the Governing Council for both Ahmadu Bello University and the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies.
- Member Niger State Land Use and Allocation Committee
Professional Engagements and Public Service
Beyond the university, Professor Madaki is highly sought after for his expertise in law reform and legislative consulting. He has served as a Commissioner for the Revision of Laws for Bauchi State and a Member of the Kaduna State Law Reform Committee. His consultancy work includes appointments as a National Legal Consultant for the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO) for the review of regulatory frameworks for irrigation and water resources, and as a Resource Person for the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and the National Institute for Legislative Studies. He is a Member of the Nigerian Bar Association, the Nigerian Association of Law Teachers, and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCArb).
