Staff Profile

Yemi Barnabas-Matthew
Mrs. Yemi Barnabas-Matthew

Position: Principal Master II

Department: School Of Basic Studies

Email: matthew.yemi@binghamuni.edu.ng

Biography

I am a scholar of African Indigenous Religion with a PhD currently under review, a Master of Arts in African Indigenous Religion, and a bachelor's degree in Christian Religious Studies. My academic journey reflects a deep commitment to understanding faith, culture, and their role in shaping individuals and society.

Beyond academia, I am a devoted wife, a loving mother and a grateful daughter who cherishes my family. My faith in God is the foundation of my life and inspires my passion for godly parenting and raising children with strong moral values, integrity, and a commitment to righteousness.

I believe humanity should always come first, I value mutual respect, responsibility, and accountability in every relationship. Guided by honesty and compassion, I strongly oppose deception and hypocricy, striving instead to live with authenticity and purpose.

Through my scholarship, faith, and family life, I am committed to making a meaning impact by nurturing lives, promoting ethical values, and encouraging a generation grounded in character, truth, and love.

Qualifications
SN Name Institution Year Obtained
1 M.A African Traditional Religion Nasarawa State University, Keffi. 2021
2 B.A C.R.S Nasarawa State University, Keffi. 2010
3 PGDE University of Ilorin Affiliate In view
4 PhD Nasarawa State University, Keffi. Under Review
Publications
SN Name Type Status
1 Relationship Between African Spirituality, Ethical Practices And Land Discourse Journal Article
2 The Philosophy Of Masculinism And Its Implication On Cultural Beliefs Of Egbira Male Child Initiation Journal Article
Research Interests
  • African Indigenous Religion, particularly, the study of indigenous beliefs and rituals,
  • Traditional Artistic expressions and symbols
  • Indigenous child upbringing methods especially on how these religiouss and cultural traditions contribute to the character formation, ethical behaviour, and transmission
  • of moral values in contemporary African societies.