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Waliu Ismaila

Graduate Instructor

Major Field

British Imperial History

Minor Fields

Modern Africa, West Africa, African-American History

Advisor

Joseph Hodge

Research Interests

Mr. Ismaila’s research interests are thematically focused on war and society, with a specific interest in Post-WWII welfare and development in Colonial Nigeria. His research sits at the intersection of colonial welfare, empire and development, Cold War politics, colonial violence, and decolonization in Africa. 

Courses Taught
  • HIST 180: World History since 1500
  • ASP 220: Introduction to Africana Studies