Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has recorded another milestone in his public service career with the successful completion of a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme at Maryam Abacha American University, Niger Republic.

Senator Barau, who also serves as the First Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, earned a doctorate in Corporate Entrepreneurship after successfully defending his thesis on December 22, 2025.

His dissertation, titled “Entrepreneurial Orientation and Financial Performance of SMEs: The Moderating Role of Environment,” explored the operations of small and medium-scale enterprises and examined how environmental factors influence their financial performance.

The academic achievement has been widely applauded as a reflection of the lawmaker’s dedication, discipline, and resilience, especially in view of the demanding nature of his legislative and international responsibilities.

Observers noted that the feat highlighted Senator Barau’s commitment to personal development and intellectual leadership, further strengthening his reputation as a legislator who values knowledge as a foundation for effective governance and sound policy formulation.

Congratulatory messages have continued to pour in, with supporters describing the achievement as another remarkable addition to his credentials and wishing him continued success in his service to the nation. (THE NATION)