The memoir, titled “Headlines and Sound Bites: Media Moments that Defined an Administration,” chronicles key communication episodes, policy narratives and media engagements that shaped public perception during his time in government.
The donation was disclosed in a statement issued by the Deputy Registrar, Centre for Communication, Information and Public Relations of YABATECH, Mr Adekunle Adams. According to the statement, the gesture forms part of Mohammed’s broader contribution to scholarship, historic documentation and national intellectual development.
Mohammed said the donation was aimed at supporting students and researchers, particularly in the fields of media studies, governance, public relations and strategic communication.
“This donation is part of my modest contribution to academic development and a broader initiative to donate the book to at least 20 institutions of higher learning across Nigeria,” he was quoted as saying.
He explained that the book was written from a deep conviction that Africans must take ownership of their narratives and document their experiences from their own perspectives.
“Too often, our national experiences are documented by others. We owe it to ourselves and to posterity to create our own historical records,” Mohammed said.
According to him, the memoir captures defining media moments, policy communications and key decisions that influenced how the administration was perceived by the public.
The former minister also used the opportunity to caution against the growing dangers of misinformation, disinformation and fake news, drawing from his experience managing government communication during periods of national security challenges.
“First-hand information, responsible messaging and proper context are critical in shaping public understanding and preventing panic,” he noted.
Mohammed urged students and young professionals to interrogate narratives critically and to appreciate the power of communication in shaping national history and public discourse.
Responding to the donation, the Rector of YABATECH, Dr Ibraheem Abdul, expressed gratitude to the former minister, describing the gesture as timely, inspiring and intellectually enriching. He said the institution values the interface between academia and seasoned practitioners, noting that such engagements help shape students’ aspirations and career outlook.
In a vote of thanks, the Dean of the School of Liberal Studies, Mrs Abosede Ogunnaike, commended Mohammed on behalf of the Governing Council, management, staff and students of the institution, describing the donation as a valuable addition to the college’s academic resources.