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ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2025

United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 60,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2025 on 7,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 290+ campuses worldwide (less than 5%) were selected to host the 4,500+ Millennium Fellows.

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UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT ABBA ABUBAKAR, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.

Bayero University | Kano, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 12, SDG 6 & UNAI 1

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" My passion for healthcare advocacy is fueled by a deep belief that knowledge is the first medicine. The Millennium Fellowship offers me a platform to transform this belief into measurable impact, empowering communities, advancing health literacy, and fostering solutions aligned with the SDGs. I am excited to learn, collaborate, and amplify my efforts so that every step I take brings us closer to a healthier, more informed world. "

Millennium Fellowship Project: Antimicrobial Resistance Club

My project focuses on strengthening Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) awareness through community engagement, capacity building, and targeted health education. The goal is to empower students and the broader public with practical knowledge on antibiotic stewardship, responsible drug use, and preventive health behaviors, ultimately reducing misuse and slowing resistance trends in our community.

About the Millennium Fellow

‎Abba Abubakar is a medical student at Bayero University, Kano, and an emerging public health advocate. Born in Kano State, Nigeria, he has nurtured a passion for positive change since his primary school years, actively engaging in volunteer work and medical advocacy. He mentors numerous students and is the founder of the A-square Health Advocate initiative, dedicated to health education and youth empowerment. Passionate about teaching, leadership, and community service, Abba seamlessly integrates medical knowledge with advocacy to inspire meaningful change. He is also involved in academic program strategy, motivational speaking, and youth mentorship, driven by a lifelong vision to improve health literacy and promote social well-being.

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