A don at the University of Ilorin professor Oluyemisi Bolajoko Fawole has suggested heavy investment that will ensure an increase in crop production as a surest way of reducing hunger in the country. Fawole, the Dean of agriculture faculty, said this at the 242 inaugural lecture held at the school's main auditorium.
Listing soil conservation and management as the most sought enhancement of sustainable agriculture, the professor of soil and microbiology regretted that without proper conservation and management techniques, “soil erosion, nutrient depletion and other forms of soil degradation can occur, causing significant reduction in crop yields and threats to long term sustainability of agricultural systems.
She suggested that “environmental education should be taught in schools to educate children early on the impact of human activities on soil and dangers of climate change. Viewpoint Specialist Eye Centre will be organizing essay competition for the students of Baptist High School, Obanikoro, Lagos, both junior and senior students.Phrank Shaibu, Special Assistant to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has criticized the appointment of additional media aides by President Bola Tinubu, stating that not even a thousand media aides can salvage Tinubu's reputation, which he believes is embroiled in scandals.
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