Dr Sumaila Asuru

Dr. Sumaila Asuru is a scholar in the Social Sciences and Humanities with expertise in development, governance, and leadership studies. He holds a Ph.D. in Social Sciences from the University of Bradford, where his doctoral research examined the role of new philanthropy in shaping smallholder farmers’ livelihoods. He also completed a Master of Science (MSc) in Public Policy and Programme Management and a Master’s in Research Methods at the University of Bradford. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Education in Political Science from the University of Education, Winneba, complemented by a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education Practice (PgCHEP). He is an Associate Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy.

Before pursuing postgraduate studies in the UK, Dr. Asuru worked as a Research Assistant to a Member of Parliament in the Parliament of Ghana. His professional career includes teaching and research roles across institutions such as the University of Bradford, University of Salford, Leeds Trinity University, Highbury College, and Accra Girls Senior High School.