UNIMAID VC Calls for Stronger Action on Food Security

By Emmanuel Toma 
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID), Prof. Mohammed Laminu Mele, has emphasized the need for increased efforts to address food insecurity, climate change, and technological gaps in agriculture. Speaking at the conference "Beyond Agriculture: Creating Change and Solving Problems in Food Insecurity" on April 17, 2025, Prof. Mele highlighted the importance of innovative farming solutions, government support, and tech integration in ensuring food security, particularly in Nigeria's Northeast.

The conference, which showcased UNIMAID's commitment to advancing smart farming and sustainable practices, featured speakers such as conference convener Adebayo Adeleke and Dean of Agriculture Prof. Abubakar Ibrahim. They encouraged youth and women to adopt agri-tech to enhance productivity and nutrition.

Prof. Mele's call to action underscores the need for collaborative efforts to address food security challenges. The conference reinforced the significance of working together to develop innovative solutions and implement sustainable practices in agriculture.

As Nigeria's Northeast continues to face food security challenges, UNIMAID's efforts to promote smart farming and sustainable practices offer hope for a more food-secure future. The university's commitment to advancing agriculture and addressing food insecurity is a step in the right direction.

Comments

  1. PirkasaApril 19, 2025 at 6:44 AM

    Sustainable development and evolving innovation is one of the call in modern agriculture,
    Prof Mohammed Mele 👍

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  2. Ibrahim IsmailApril 19, 2025 at 9:57 PM

    Great action 💪

    ReplyDelete
  3. Jethro AfsaApril 25, 2025 at 10:48 AM

    Good job

    ReplyDelete

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