SPESSE-CE ABU
Upcoming Training
13th – 24th July, 2026
5
Programme Tracks
Academic and professional pathways
3
Core Clusters
Procurement, Environment and Social Development
Multiple
Training Modes
Executive, certificate and postgraduate programmes
ABU
Institution
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
Training Schedule
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Upcoming Trainings
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SPESSE-CE ABU
Upcoming Training
13th – 17th July, 2026
Executive Certificate Course in Sustainable Environmental Studies - Ji...
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SPESSE-CE ABU
Upcoming Training
20th – 24th July, 2026
Executive Certificate Course in Sustainable Social Development - Jigaw...
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SPESSE-CE ABU
Upcoming Training
27th July – 14th August, 2026
Advanced Certificate Course in Sustainable Environmental Studies - Abu...
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SPESSE-CE ABU
Upcoming Training
3rd – 14th August, 2026
Executive Certificate Course in Procurement Management - Sokoto (03 Au...
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SPESSE-CE ABU
Upcoming Training
3rd – 7th August, 2026
Executive Certificate Course in Sustainable Environmental Studies - So...
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Centre Leader’s Welcome Message
Welcome to SPESSE-CE ABU
Welcome to SPESSE-CE ABU, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. The Centre is committed to strengthening institutional, professional, and academic capacity in sustainable procurement, environmental standards, and social development.
Through our training, research, certification, and academic programmes, we support public and private sector professionals with the knowledge and skills required for responsible, transparent, and sustainable development.
Prof. W. S. Japhet
Centre Leader, SPESSE-CE ABU
Our Leadership
Meet the Centre Management Team
SPESSE-CE ABU is driven by a dedicated leadership team providing academic, administrative, technical and institutional direction for the Centre.
Prof. Adamu Ahmed
Vice Chancellor
Prof. Wisdom S. Japhet
Centre Leader
Dr. Ibrahim Sani Kaita
Project Manager/Secretary
Mal. Shehu Yahaya
Project Accountant
Why Study With
SPESSE-CE ABU Zaria
SPESSE-CE ABU provides professional, academic and practical learning opportunities in sustainable procurement, environmental standards and social development.
Why Choose SPESSE-CE ABU?
Choosing SPESSE-CE ABU offers access to quality education and training in sustainable procurement, environmental management and social standards. The Centre combines experienced faculty, practical training, institutional partnerships and a strong academic environment to prepare participants for real-world development challenges.
Our programmes support public sector officials, private sector practitioners, consultants, researchers and students with the skills needed to drive sustainable development in their respective fields.
Professional Development
SPESSE-CE ABU is dedicated to strengthening professional growth through targeted courses, case studies, project-based learning and applied training. Participants gain practical skills that can be applied directly in procurement, environmental safeguards, social standards and project implementation.
The Centre’s training approach supports continuous learning, career advancement and improved institutional performance.
Accessible Resources Hub
The Centre provides access to learning resources, workshops, seminars, online platforms and professional support designed to improve knowledge and technical competence.
These resources help participants remain current with standards, policies, best practices and emerging issues in sustainable procurement, environmental management and social development.
Career Opportunities
SPESSE-CE ABU opens pathways to career growth in procurement, environmental management, social safeguards, development projects, compliance, monitoring and institutional reform.
Through practical training and professional exposure, participants are better positioned to take leadership roles and contribute meaningfully to sustainable development.
Core Clusters
Explore Our Focus Areas
SPESSE-CE ABU delivers training, research and capacity development across three core clusters.
Sustainable Procurement Management
Procurement planning, contract management, compliance, transparency and value-for-money systems.
Learn MoreSustainable Environmental Studies
Environmental safeguards, climate awareness, sustainability, resilience and compliance systems.
Learn MoreSustainable Social Development
Social safeguards, inclusion, stakeholder engagement, social risk management and community development.
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28000+
Students
120+
Faculties
7+
Partners
10+
Courses
World Bank / NUC Supported Centre of Excellence
Sustainable Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards Enhancement Centre of Excellence
SPESSE-CE ABU is committed to strengthening institutional, professional and academic capacity in sustainable procurement, environmental standards and social development across Nigeria and beyond.
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Sustainable Procurement
Professional and academic capacity in procurement planning, contract management and value-for-money systems.
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Environmental Standards
Training and research in safeguards, environmental assessment, climate awareness and sustainability practice.
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Social Development
Capacity building in social safeguards, inclusion, stakeholder engagement and social risk management.
5
Programme Tracks
Academic and professional pathways
3
Core Clusters
Procurement, Environment and Social Development
Multiple
Training Modes
Executive, certificate and postgraduate programmes
ABU
Institution
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
Quick Access
Important Links and Portals
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Track A Application Portal
Application portal for Short Executive Courses.
Apply for Track ATrack B Application Portal
Application portal for Advanced Certificate Courses.
Apply for Track BLMS Portal
Access SPESSE-CE ABU learning resources and online course materials.
Visit LMSParticipant Portal
Portal for participants to access training records and programme resources.
Open Participant PortalTrack A & B attendance, compliance and training monitoring system.
Track A & B attendance, compliance and training monitoring system.
Open Attendance SystemTrack A & B Name Correction Portal
Portal for participants to submit name correction requests.
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Featured Content
Centre Highlights
Key information and featured content from SPESSE-CE ABU.
Capacity Building for Sustainable Development
SPESSE-CE ABU provides training, certification, research support and academic programmes for professionals, institutions and development stakeholders.
View CoursesProfessional Training Across Core Clusters
The Centre supports Sustainable Procurement Management, Sustainable Environmental Studies and Sustainable Social Development.
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Featured Courses
Training and Academic Programmes
Explore selected SPESSE-CE ABU training and academic programmes.
Track A
Executive Course in Sustainable Procurement Management
A short executive course designed for public officers, procurement practitioners, project managers and institutional leaders.
View CourseExecutive Certificate Course in Procurement Management
Executive Certificate Course in Procurement Management under Track A of SPESSE-CE ABU.
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Track A
Executive Course in Environmental Standards and Safeguards
A practical executive course focused on environmental safeguards, environmental management and sustainable project implementation.
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News
Latest Updates
Recent news and announcements from the Centre.
Centre Update
SPESSE-CE ABU Strengthens Capacity Building in Sustainable Development
The Centre continues to expand academic and professional training in procurement, environmental and social standards.
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Training
Track A and Track B Training Activities to Continue Across Approved Centres
Upcoming professional trainings will support participants across the Centre’s core areas of specialization.
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Academic Programmes
SPESSE-CE ABU Promotes Academic Excellence Through Postgraduate Programmes
The Centre supports postgraduate diploma, masters and research-based academic pathways.
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