Abdulhamid Saidu
About Abdulhamid Saidu
Abdulhamid Saidu is a Child Health Specialist currently serving as a Lecturer at Federal University, Dutse and as a Child Health Specialist at Sightsavers in Nigeria. He holds multiple degrees in Medicine and Public Health, and possesses extensive experience in clinical monitoring, research, and health economics.
Work at Sightsavers
Abdulhamid Saidu currently serves as a Child Health Specialist at Sightsavers, a role he has held since 2024. His work is conducted in a hybrid format in Nigeria. He also has experience as a Child Health Consultant at Sightsavers, a position he has maintained since 2022. His responsibilities include focusing on child health initiatives and contributing to the organization's mission of improving health outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Abdulhamid Saidu holds a Bachelor of Medicine (MBBS) from Bayero University, Kano, which he completed from 2009 to 2017. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Public Health (MPH) from The University of Edinburgh between 2020 and 2023. Additionally, he earned a Master's in Health Economics from Bayero University, Kano, in 2019. His expertise includes safety and antimicrobial resistance in children, implementation science, and clinical data management.
Background
Abdulhamid Saidu has a diverse professional background in health and research. He worked as a CBME & SP Coordinator at Federal University, Dutse from 2023 to 2024. His previous roles include serving as an LGA Coordinator for Malaria Consortium and a Research Follow-Up Clinician at the Center for International Health, Education, and Biosecurity (Ciheb) at UMB. He also has experience with Médecins Sans Frontières and FHI 360.
Achievements
Abdulhamid Saidu has made significant contributions to various health projects, particularly in infectious diseases and maternal and child health. He possesses certifications in ICP Good Clinical Practice and the Nigerian National Code for Health Research Ethics. His professional experience includes clinical monitoring, compliance training, and data collection, which are essential for effective health program implementation.
Research and Publications
Abdulhamid Saidu has a dynamic research career with a focus on clinical data management and analysis. He has been involved in projects that require detailed report writing and evaluation. His training in regulatory requirements and ICH guidelines supports his work in health research and clinical trials, enhancing the quality and compliance of health initiatives.