Curriculum Vitae

DR. UMAR SHU'AIBU GOKARU

Senior Lecturer
  • Department of Islamic History, Civilization and Education
    Academy of Islamic Studies
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BIOGRAPHY

Dr. Shuaibu Umar Gokaru was born and grew up in Gokaru, a village town in Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State, Nigeria. Attended Iqamatissunnah Islamiyyah/Primary School and memorized the complete Qur'an by heart in 2001. Later, he proceeded to Government Day Secondary School Kofar Wamabai. thereafter, he attended the then A.D.Rufa'i College for Legal and Islamic Studies, Misau, Bauchi, Nigeria, and now A.D.Rufa'i College of Education, Legal, and General Studies where he obtained a certificate of Diploma in Shari'a & Civil Law in 2004. Dr. Gokaru obtained his B. A Degree in Islamic Studies in 2010 from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Nigeria, and Master of Arts Degree in Islamic and other Civilizations from the International Islamic University, Malaysia (IIUM) in 2014. He finally obtained his Doctor of Philosophy in Islamic Civilization from the University of Malaya in 2017. Dr. Gokaru has been a Lecturer at Bauchi State University Gadau, Nigeria from 2012 to January 2023 when he was appointed a Lecturer at the Department of Islamic History and Civilization, Academy of Islamic Studies, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. While at Bauchi State University Gadau, Dr. Gokaru taught various courses and supervised students at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. He served in different capacities as Faculty Examination Officer of the then Faculty of Arts and Education and now Faculty of Arts from 2017 to 2021 and as Dean of the Students' Affairs Division, Office of the Vice Chancellor from 2021 to 2022. He also served as Charman Committee and Member of various committees such as the Senate Committee, Senate Business Committee, Committee of Deans and Directors, Appointment and Promotion Committee, and University Disciplinary Committees among others. He is the Journal Reviewer of Al-Habeer: Journal of Islamic Studies, Al-Tamaddun: Journal of Islamic History and Civilization, Al-Milal: South Asian Journal of Religion and Philosophy, etc. He has published various papers in an international refereed academic journal (WOS and Scopus) such as the Indonesian Journal of Social Sciences and Al-Tamaddun: Journal of Islamic History and Civilization, Universiti Malaya

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

  • ISLAMIC STUDIES
    Islamic Civilization, Islamic History, Sokoto Caliphate Literature, Islamic Sciences and Religious Studies

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

  • PhD, (Islamic Studies)
    Universiti Malaya
  • MA, (Arts)
    International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
  • BA, (Islamic Studies)
    Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

  • Managing Editor, Al-Muqaddimah: Online Journal of Islamic History and Civilization
    25 Oct 2023 - 31 Dec 2024 (Department)
  • Deputy of Dean (Student Affairs)
    05 Oct 2021 - 31 Jan 2023 (National)

PUBLICATIONS

Article in Journal
  1. Bensala, Y., Ali, A. K., Gokaru, S. U. ., & Benaouali , M. C. (2024). Intellectual Background of Ibn Badis and His Contribution on Societal Change in Algeria, 1913-1940. Journal of Al-Tamaddun, 19(1), 199–214. https://doi.org/10.22452/JAT.vol19no1.15
  2. Gokaru, S. U., Mohd Nor, M. R., Abdul hamid, A. F., & Bensaleh, Y. (2024). Muslim-Christian Dialogue from the Nigerian and Pakistani Perspective: A Theological Discussion. UMRAN - International Journal of Islamic and Civilizational Studies, 11(2), 75–87. https://doi.org/10.11113/umran2024.11n2.698
  3. Maidawa, I., Kabir Umar, F. ., & Gokaru, S. U. (2024). The Contributions of Al-Shatibi, Izzuddin ibn Abdul Salam and ibn Ashur on Maqasid Al-Shariah: An Exploration. Jurnal Usuluddin, 52(1), 135–148. https://doi.org/10.22452/usuluddin.vol52no1.6
  4. Shuaibu Umar Gokaru, Mustaffa Abdullah, Faisal@ Ahmad Faisal Abdul Hamid & Youcef Bensala. 2024. Language and its philosophy in the views of Al-Farabi: A discussion in the light of the Quran. International Journal of Islamic Thought. Vol. 25 (June): 152-159.
  5. ShuaibuUmarGokaru, MustaffaAbdullah,Faisal@AhmadFaisalAbdulHamid&YoucefBensala. 2024.Language anditsphilosophyintheviewsofAl-Farabi:AdiscussioninthelightoftheQuran.InternationalJournalofIslamic Thought.Vol.25(June):152-159.
  6. Abubakar, A. Y., & Gokaru, S. U. (2023). Superstitious Beliefs and Practices among The Fulbe in Nigeria: Causes, Types, Effects and Solutions from The Islamic Perspectives. Al-Muqaddimah: Online Journal of Islamic History and Civilization, 11(1), 9–22. Retrieved from https://ejournal.um.edu.my/index.php/MUQADDIMAH/article/view/47380
  7. Gokaru, Shuaibu Umar (2020), “Modernist and Reformist Islamic Thought: A Comparative Study of the Contribution of Sir Sayyid Ahmad Khan and Muhammad Abduh to Religious Literacy” in South Asian Journal of Religion and Philosophy Vol. 1 No. 2 (July/August 2020).
  8. Gokaru, Shuaibu Umar, Ahmad Faisal Abdul Hamid & Aizan binti Ali Mat Zin. (2018). “The Role of Uthman bin Foduye in Establishing Centre of Islamic Learning in Hausaland, Northern Nigeria: A Comparative Study of Pondok System in Kelantan, Malaysia” in TAWARIKH: International Journal for Historical Studies, Volume 9(2), April, pp.125-136. Bandung, Indonesia: Minda Masagi Press owned by ASPENSI, ISSN 2085-0980.
  9. Gokaru, Shuaibu Umar Aizan Bt Ali @ Mat Zin & Ahmad Faisal bin Abdul Hamid. (2016), The Methods of Uthman bin Foduye s Teaching and Preaching in Islamizing Pre-Colonial Nigerian Society in Online Journal Research Islamic Studies, Academy of Islamic Studies, Vol. 3 No, pp. 15-28, doi:10.15364/ris16- 0301-02.
ESCI
  1. Gokaru, Shuaibu Umar; Nor, Mohd Roslan Mohd; Hamid, Faisal Ahmad Faisal Bin Abdul (2023). The Israeli Demolition of Palestinian Houses in Jerusalem: An Overview from the Historical Perspective, JURNAL ILMIAH PEURADEUN. 11(2), 763-782. doi:10.26811/peuradeun.v11i2.799
Scopus
  1. Bensala Y., Ali A.K., Gokaru S.U., Benaouali M.C. (2024). Intellectual Background of Ibn Badis and His Contribution on Societal Change in Algeria, 1913-1940, Journal of Al-Tamaddun. 19(1), 199-214. doi:10.22452/JAT.vol19no1.15
  2. Gokaru S.U., Abdullah M., Hamid F.A.F.A., Bensala Y. (2024). Language and Its Philosophy in the Views of Al-Farabi: A Discussion in the Light of the Quran, International Journal of Islamic Thought. 25, 152-159. doi:10.24035/ijit.25.2024.293
  3. Gokaru S.U., Nor M.R.M., Hamid A.F.B.A., Bensala Y., Abdullah M., Bin Ali A.K. (2023). Hate Speech in Nigerian Politics: An Islamic and Christian Perspectives, Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization. 13(2), 309-323. doi:10.32350/jitc.132.20
  4. Gokaru S.U., Nor M.R.M., Hamid F.A.F.A. (2023). Ottoman Civilization and Its Impact in Contemporary Malaysia: An Evaluation, Journal of Al-Tamaddun. 18(1), 193-201. doi:10.22452/JAT.vol18no1.16
  5. Gokaru S.U., Nor M.R.M., Hamid F.A.F.B.A. (2023). THE ISRAELI DEMOLITION OF PALESTINIAN HOUSES IN JERUSALEM: AN OVERVIEW FROM THE HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE, Jurnal Ilmiah Peuradeun. 11(2), 763-782. doi:10.26811/peuradeun.v11i2.799
Article in Proceeding
  1. Hassan Malami Alkanchi and Shuaibu Umar Gokaru (2024), The Social Role of Muslim Family Awareness on The Advocacy of Health Promotion in Northern Nigeria, a Paper Presented at INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON RENEWAL AND REFORM OF ISLAMIC THOUGHT & CIVILISATION (ICRITC’24) ENRICHING ISLAMIC DISCOURSE FOR GLOBAL CIVILISATIONAL RELEVANCE Organized by: International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilisation (ISTAC-IIUM)
  2. Gokaru, S.U., Roslan, Faisal, "Islamic Civilization in the Malay World: An Appraisal of Malaysia as Hub of Contemporary Muslim Cosmopolis", Conference Proceeding at International Conference on Islam in Malay World (ICONIMAD XII), Universiti Malaya 2023, 83.
  3. Gokaru, Shuaibu Umar, "Religious Moderation in Muslim Countries: Indonesian and Nigerian Perspectives" A Conference Proceeding: ADIA ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2023 > Rethinking the Paradigm of Humanities Studies in 5.0 Era: Interpreting Language, Culture, and Literacy to Strengthening . Retrieved from https://ejournal.uinib.ac.id/adia/index.php/adia/adia2023/schedConf/presentations.

RESEARCH INTEREST

  • Islamic Civilization (Islamic Sciences)

RESEARCH PROJECT

Private
  1. 2024 - 2025, Private Funding
    Tahfiz Institutions In Selangor: Issues And Solutions ( Co-Researcher)
  2. 2024 - 2025, DAR AL QARI RESOURCES
    TAHFIZ INSTITUTIONS IN SELANGOR: ISSUES AND SOLUTIONS ( Co-Researcher)

PAPER PRESENTED

ORAL PRESENTER
  1. Peaceful Coexistence between Multi-Diverse Ethnicities in the Light of Interpretation of the Qur an for Building Islamic Civilization: Malaysian Society as a Model, International Conference on Islam in Malay World 2024 (ICON IMAD XIII) Theme "Harmony and Development: The Role of Islam in the Malay World for Peaceful Coexistence and Sustainable Progress", Prince of Songkla University, Thailand, APIUM, and Others ICON IMAD XIII (International) (29 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2024)
  2. Islamic Civilization and Its Roles in the Malay World: Malaysia and Indonesia in Focus, International Seminar on Islam and Malay World, JSTI, APIUM (International) (23 Jul 2024 - 23 Jul 2024)
  3. An In-depth Analysis of the Historical Relationship between Indonesia and Malaysia: An Islamic Overview, International Seminar on Indonesia-Malaysia Relations Colaboration Universitas Muslim Indonesia with Uviversiti Malaya, Universitas Muslim Indonesia UMI (International) (12 Jul 2024 - 13 Jul 2024)
  4. THE SOCIAL ROLE OF MUSLIM FAMILY AWARENESS ON THE ADVOCACY OF HEALTH PROMOTION IN NORTHERN NIGERIA, INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON RENEWAL AND REFORM OF ISLAMIC THOUGHT & CIVILISATION (ICRITC 24) ENRICHING ISLAMIC DISCOURSE FOR GLOBAL CIVILISATIONAL RELEVANCE Organised by: International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilisation (ISTAC-IIUM), ISTAC, IIUM, MALAYSIA (International) (23 Apr 2024 - 24 Apr 2024)
  5. Islamic Civilization in the Malay World: An Appraisal of Malaysia as a Hub of Contemporary Muslim Cosmopolis, The International Conference on Islam in Malay World (ICON-IMAD XII) 2023 AT LANGKAWI, ACADEMY OF ISLAMIC STUDIES (International) (25 Jul 2023 - 26 Jul 2023)
  6. Religious Moderation in Muslim Countries: Indonesian and Nigerian Perspectives, ADIA ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2023, UNIVERSITI ISLAM NEGERI IMAM BONJOL PADANG (International) (04 Jun 2023 - 06 Jun 2023)
  7. The Views of Al-Farabi on Language and Its Philosophy in the :Light of the Qur'anL An ANalysis, THE II INTERNATIONAL FARABI FORUM: THE PHILOSOPHY OF LANGUAGE AND THE LANGUAGE OF PHILOSOPHY IN THE TEACHINGS OF ABU NASR AL-FARABI, FACULTY OF PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICAL SCIENCES (International) (04 Apr 2023 - 05 Apr 2023)
  8. Architectural Building of Mosque in Malaysia Madani: A Symbol of Islamic Civilization, International Conference on Islamic Civilization in Malaysia, Department of Islamic History and Civilization (National) (21 Mar 2023 - 21 Mar 2023)
  9. Historical Bedrock to Uthman bin Foduye s Approaches in Building Hausaland Society, TAWIS 2015 Sseminar Kebangsan Tamaddun Warisan Islam, Organized by the Department of Islamic History and Civilization, Academy of islamic Studies, University of Malaya (National) (16 Dec 2017 - 17 Dec 2017)
POSTER PRESENTER
  1. Diseases and Remedies of Al-Kibr (Arrogance/Pride) in the Light of Uthman bin Foduye s Shifa al-Nufus , Poster Exhibition of the Mingggu Terbuka , Akademik APIUM (National) (20 Feb 2015 - 24 Nov 2015)

ACADEMIC/PROF. SERVICES

Evaluation
  1. (2024) "Reason and Religion Within The Perspective of European Muslim Mind: An Epistemic Perspective", International, (Reviewer)
  2. (2024) "Reflections On Rumi’S Mathnawi and Ecological Spirituality: Introducing An African Perspective", International, (Reviewer)
  3. (2024) "The Role of Religion in The History of Civilizations: Through Ibn Khaldu N, Ma Lik Bin Nabi, and Arnold Toynbee", University, (Reviewer)
  4. (2024) "Objective Study On The Secular Religions: (Hinduism and Buddhism as a Model)", National, (Reviewer)
  5. (2024) International Conference of Religious Leaders 2024, International, (External Assessor)
  6. (2024) Sirah Writing of Ibn Hisham and Ibn Sa’D: a Comparative Study of Historiographical Analysis, University, (Reviewer)
  7. (2024) Hui Muslims in China: a Study On Acculturation and Adaptation as a Minority, University, (Reviewer)
  8. (2024) ) - - / (, University, (Internal Examiner)
  9. (2024) Confirmatory Factor Analysis of The Wisdom Scale According to The More Model Among University Students, International, (Reviewer)
  10. (2023) Religiosity Among Malaysian Muslim Youth in Kuala Lumpur: Exploring Their Identity, University, (Reviewer)
  11. (2023) Discourse On Blasphemy in Ibn Abdulwahh B's Kitabut-Tawhid, Vis-À-Vis Non-Muslims’ Attack On Islam in Yorubaland, International, (Reviewer)
  12. (2023) Features of The Leadership Thought of Sultan Qaboos Bin Said and Its Repercussions On Omani Foreign Policy Through Historical Documents (1970-2020 Ad): (Historical Study), University, (Internal Examiner)
  13. (2023) The Rulers of Algeria During The Ottoman Era Through Archives and Original Sources and Respond to The Writings of French Historians, University, (Internal Examiner)
  14. (2023) The Subregional Order in The Maghreb, International, (Reviewer)
  15. (2023) Islamic Revival in Kazakhstan (1991-2020), International, (Reviewer)
  16. (2023) ", International, (Reviewer)
  17. (2023) The Development of Institutions in Kuwait: a Historical Perspective,, International, (Reviewer)
  18. (2023) "Ibn Tufayl’S Hayy Bin Yaqzan: The Natural Progression of The Mind and Intellectual Elitism,", International, (Reviewer)
  19. (2023) The Term “ ” (Qing Zhen) Islamized by Chinese Muslim Sholars as Well as Evolved a Mark for Purity and Authenticity of Al L Food in China,, International, (Reviewer)
  20. (2023) Families of Terror : a Social Science Approach to Understanding Familial Suicide Bombings in Indonesia, Syria and The Philippines, International, (Reviewer)
  21. (2023) Reviving Islamic Civilization in The Late Period of Abbasid: a Historical Analysis of The Madrasa Mustan Iriyya,, International, (Reviewer)
  22. (2023) The Construction of Iranian Identity in The Era of Safavid Dynasty, International, (Reviewer)
  23. (2023) An Examination of C Ishah Cabdur-Rahman Bint Al-Sh Ti’S Approach to Exegesis of The Qur’ N, University, (Reviewer)
  24. (2023) Issuing a Secondary Currency by Islamic Banks and Its Impact On The Execution of Goodly Loans: Buying and Selling as a Model, National, (Reviewer)
  25. (2023) Absattar Haji Derbisali and The Importance of His Works for The Development of Islamic Studies in Kazakhstan, International, (Reviewer)
  26. (2023) Analysis of Efforts by Local Authorities to Tackle The Scourge of Insecurity in The Countryside: a Survey of Northeast and Southeast, Nigeria", International, (Reviewer)
  27. (2023) "Religion and Reason in Contemporary Islamic Ethics: : a Comparative Study of Syed Muhammad Naquib Al-Attas and Taha Abderrahmane Thought,", International, (Reviewer)
  28. (2023) “Islam in Yorubaland, Southwest Nigeria: a Historical Analysis of Its Advent and Impacts Till Present Time”, International, (Reviewer)
  29. (2023) Communication and The Religious Media, International, (Reviewer)
  30. (2023) , University, (Reviewer)
  31. (2023) Terengganu International Submit (Tis) 2023: Conprehensivenes of Islam in Facing Global Challenges., International, (External Assessor)
  32. (2023) 316 / 928 - 422 / 1031 ( :, University, (Reviewer)
Contribution to external organisation
  1. (2024) A Discussant for Seminar On The Leadership of Umar Abdul Aziz - Excellence Throughout The Ages: An Example for The Madani Government, International, (Resource Person)
Mentoring
  1. (2024) For Participating in The UM Early Researcher Advancement Programme On 16 17 May 2024, International, (Mentor)

SUPERVISION

Postgraduate Student
  1. (2024) The system of values in Islam Study on value” Jabr alkhawatir” during crises, ELHANI MABROUK
  2. (2024) تطور السياحة في الإمارات العربية المتحدة مقوماتها وأنواعها وأثرها, MARIAM ALI THANI ALGHAWI AL ALI
  3. (2024) SUMBANGAN NURUDDIN ZANKI (1146-1174 M) DAN KESANNYA TERHADAP PEMBEBASAN BAITULMAQDIS PADA ZAMAN SALAHUDDIN AL-AYUBI (1174-1193 M), MOHAMAD FIKRI BIN MOHD BAKRI
  4. (2024) Kitab Jami Al-duwal By Munajjim Bashi (died in 1113 AH/1702AD) (The third line: In mentioning the countries of the third century (AH) that appeared after two to three hundred (AH) study and investigation, MAZIN AMER SUHAIL ALMAASHANI

TEACHING

Master
  1. (2023) IOJ7003 - Islamic Philosophy of History and Civilization
Bachelor
  1. (2024) IIK3006 - History of Islah and Tajdid Movement
  2. (2024) IIX1005 - Quranic Recitation and Memorization
  3. (2024) IIQ3002 - Sirah Al-Rasul Wa Al-Khulafa' Al-Rashidin
  4. (2023) IIK1005 - History of The Umayyad and Abbasid Caliphates
  5. (2023) IIQ1007 - History of Umayyad and The Abbasids
  6. (2023) IIK1003 - Islamic Civilisation During Ottoman Period
  7. (2023) IIK3004 - Islam in America and Europe
  8. (2023) IIX1005 - Quranic Recitation and Memorization
  9. (2023) IIQ2013 - Systems in Islamic Civilization
  10. (2017) ISEU1309 - Islamic Civilization During Ottoman Period

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ACTIVITIES

  • A Lecture On "The Day of Arafat: Its Virtues and Rewards, (25 Jun 2023 - 25 Jun 2023) (International)
  • Jemputan Sebagai Pentazkirah Bagi Rakaman Di Facebook Academy of Islamic Studies Sempena Program Ihya&Rsquo; Ramadan 2023, (15 Mar 2023 - 24 Mar 2023) (University)

COURSE ATTENDED

External Course
NATIONAL
  1. TERRENGANU INTERNATIONAL SUMMIT 2023: , The Islamic Heritage Park Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia (01 Jun 2023 - 02 Jun 2023)
Internal / External Course
CONFERENCE
  1. INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF RELIGIOUS LEADER 2024 PERSIDANGAN PEMIMPIN AGAMA ANTARABANGSA 2024, The Sunway Resort, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (07 May 2024 - 07 May 2024)