The Faculty of Agricultural Production and Renewable Resources (FAPRER) trains skilled graduates and advances research in sustainable agriculture and natural resource management. With academic programs spanning crop and animal production, aquaculture, soil science, and forestry, the faculty blends classroom learning with field-based practicals, equipping students with the technical expertise and entrepreneurial mindset needed to excel in agribusiness, research, and rural development.
FAPRER also serves as a hub for community outreach and applied research, working with farmers, government agencies, and private organisations to promote innovations that enhance productivity while safeguarding the environment. By bridging traditional practices with modern technologies, the faculty contributes to the development of Nigeria’s agricultural sector and the sustainable management of renewable natural resources.
Vision
The vision of the Faculty of Agricultural Production and Renewable Resources, Olabisi Onabanjo University, is to be a centre of excellence in agricultural education, research, and innovation, producing highly skilled graduates and solutions that promote sustainable food security, renewable resource management, and rural development in Nigeria and beyond.
Our History
The College of Agricultural Sciences, Olabisi Onabanjo University, took off officially on 1st October, 1983, in Ayetoro, and following the suspension of the multi-campus system, was relocated to Ago-Iwoye in October, 1984. The college at inception comprised four departments: the Department of Animal Production, Crop Production, Agricultural Economics and Farm Management, and Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology.
In December 1998, in order to succinctly deliver on the mission of the college, the collegiate structure took off with the creation of two faculties, viz., Faculty of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (FAMARD) and Faculty of Agricultural Production and Renewable Resources (FAPRER). At inception, the Faculty of Agricultural Production and Renewable Resources consisted of the Departments of:
- Animal Production (ANP)
- Crop Production (CRP)
- Soil Science and Farm Mechanisation (SSFM) and
- Renewable Resources (RRS)
At present, the Faculty now consist of the Departments of:
- Animal Production (ANP) awarding the degree of B. Agric (Animal Production)
- Crop Production (CRP) awarding the degree of B. Agric (Crop Production) and
- Forestry Wildlife and Fisheries (FWF) awarding the degrees of B. Forestry and Wildlife Mgt. and B. Fisheries Management.
All programmes are fully accredited by the National University Commission (NUC). The Departments of Animal Production and Crop Production also run Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s and Ph.D programmes. For practical instructions, departments have well-equipped laboratories and university teaching and research farms. The faculty is blessed with excellent human resources to provide the best training in agriculture.
Academic Programmes
FAPRER offers a range of academic programmes designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required for careers in agriculture and natural resource management. The programmes cover key disciplines such as Crop Production, Animal Production, Aquaculture and Fisheries Management, Soil Science, Forestry and Wildlife Management.
Through a blend of theoretical instruction, laboratory work, and field practicals, the faculty ensures students gain hands-on experience in modern and sustainable agricultural practices. These programmes also emphasise innovation, research, and entrepreneurship, preparing graduates to address challenges in food security, renewable resource utilisation, and environmental sustainability, while contributing to the advancement of Nigeria’s agricultural sector.
- Crop Production –Provides innovation in crop and soil sciences. It equips students with practical skills and entrepreneurial capacity for diverse agricultural careers, while supporting the community with improved crop varieties and sustainable farming practices that enhance food security, productivity, and socio-economic development
- Animal Production – Trains students in livestock management, breeding, nutrition, and health to improve meat, milk, and other animal-based production systems.
- Aquaculture and Fisheries Management – Provides knowledge and skills in fish farming, aquatic ecology, and sustainable management of fisheries resources.
- Soil Science – Studies soil properties, fertility, and conservation, equipping students with tools for effective land use and sustainable crop production.
- Forestry and Wildlife Management – Concentrates on forest conservation, biodiversity management, and sustainable utilisation of forest and wildlife resources.
Research Areas
FAPRER is deeply committed to community engagement and applied research. Its community-oriented initiatives include extension services, farmer training, and technology transfer designed to boost agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods. By working closely with local communities, government agencies, and private organisations, the Faculty promotes innovations in sustainable farming, natural resource management, and agribusiness development. On the research front, it emphasises problem-solving studies in food security, climate-smart agriculture, renewable resource utilisation, soil fertility management, animal nutrition, aquaculture systems, and biodiversity conservation. This integration of research and outreach ensures the generation of knowledge that supports sustainable development and the transformation of Nigeria’s agricultural sector.
The leadership of the Faculty, under the direction of a distinguished scholar, reflects a strong commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global relevance. Through strategic collaborations with international research bodies, universities, and development agencies, the Faculty connects local agricultural challenges with global solutions, positioning itself as a centre for knowledge exchange and capacity building. With visionary leadership, it not only drives impactful research and community-focused projects but also enhances the global visibility of its scholars and students, making significant contributions to sustainable agricultural development both locally and internationally.
Facilities for Student Training
FAPRER is equipped with modern facilities and resources that support teaching, research, and community service. These include crop gardens, livestock units, fish ponds, greenhouses, and experimental farms that provide students with practical exposure to agricultural production systems. The faculty also houses well-equipped and spacious lecture halls and classrooms for teaching and seminars, well-equipped laboratories for soil analysis, animal nutrition, aquaculture, and crop protection, as well as forestry and wildlife conservation plots for field training.
In addition, the faculty maintains a research and demonstration farm used for student projects, staff research, and farmer outreach programmes. Together, these resources enhance experiential learning, promote innovation, and ensure graduates are well prepared for professional practice in agriculture and renewable resource management.
Faculty Organogram
Prof. Abiodun Oladipupo JODA
Entomologist / Lecturer/ Researcher/ Consultant
joda.abiodun@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng
Orchid ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9208-1589
Google Scholar Citation count: 384; h-index: 8; i10-index: 5
+234 8167841155.
Prof. Abiodun Oladipupo Joda is a renowned Nigerian scholar and Professor of Entomology in the Department of Crop Production, Faculty of Agricultural Production and Renewable Resources, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye. A distinguished academic with over 34 years of service to higher education, research, and community development, Prof. Joda has made enduring contributions to agricultural science, particularly in the areas of entomology, crop protection, and sustainable food systems.
He obtained his B. Agric. (Hons., Second Class Upper) degree in Crop Production from Ogun State University in 1988, where he emerged as the Best Graduating Student, earning both Faculty and Departmental Prizes. He went on to pursue postgraduate studies at the University of Ibadan, where he obtained his M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Entomology, further consolidating his expertise in insect science and crop protection. His early academic brilliance was recognized with the prestigious WARDA Scholarship in 1993.
Since his first appointment in 1990, Prof. Joda has built a distinguished academic career marked by excellence in teaching, research, and administration. He has taught widely at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, covering courses in entomology, crop protection, agricultural pests, and post-harvest technology. His research focuses on the ecology and management of pests of staple crops such as rice, maize, tomato, cucumber, and cowpea, with special emphasis on botanical and bio-rational pest control methods, as well as post-harvest storage pest management.
Prof. Joda has published over 30 peer-reviewed journal articles in both local and international outlets. His works appear in reputable international journals, where he addresses global concerns in insect physiology, pest ecology, and eco-friendly pest management strategies. His collaborative research has also advanced knowledge in soil fertility and crop production, with publications in Nigerian reputable Journals.
These outputs highlight his global academic visibility and underscore his commitment to advancing sustainable agriculture, food security, and environmental health. Beyond research and teaching, Prof. Joda has played significant roles in academic administration and leadership. He has served as Sub-Dean of Postgraduate Studies, Coordinator of Departmental Undergraduate Programmes, and Chairman of several university committees, where he has contributed to policy formulation, curriculum development, and institutional strengthening.
His professional engagements extend beyond the university, reflecting his contribution to national and continental agricultural advancement. He has served as a Resource Person for the African Union International Phytosanitary Commission and was actively involved in the development of Ogun State’s Rice Policy, demonstrating his ability to translate research into policy and practice. He is also a committed member of professional bodies including the Entomological Society of Nigeria, the Nigerian Society for Plant Protection, and the Horticultural Society of Nigeria, through which he continues to mentor the next generation of agricultural scientists.
Prof. Joda’s international collaborations, conference engagements, and publications have enhanced the visibility of Olabisi Onabanjo University and positioned him as a respected voice in the global agricultural research community. His scholarship continues to contribute to building resilient food systems, protecting the environment, and ensuring sustainable agricultural development in Nigeria, Africa, and beyond.
Recent Publications
- Ademolu, K.O., Joda, A.O., Oladele, O.S., and Idowu, A.B. (2022). Chemical composition of mushroom glands of adult male cockroaches (Periplaneta Americana) from different microhabitats in Abeokuta, Nigeria. Acta Entomologica Slovenica 30(1): 65 – 70. Published by the Entomological Society of Slovenia (SLOVENIA).
- Joda, A.O., Ademolu, K.O., Adelabu, B.A., and Olanloye, O.A. (2022). Circadian changes in the hindgut bacterial composition of the American cockroaches, Periplaneta americana (Dictyoptera : Blattodea) Entomologica Romanica 26: 81-84. Published by the Entomological Society of Romania (ROMANIA).
- Joda, A.O., Ogundeji, E.O., Ademolu, K.O. and Olagunju, S.O. (2022). Comparative effect of sweet orange(Citrus sinensis) peel, Bitter leaf (Vernonia amygdalina), Figwort (Scrophularia californica), Pawpaw leaf (Carica papaya) powders and synthetic insecticide on the control of dried plantain chip pest Tribolium castaneum (Red flour beetle). Entomologica Romanica 26:85-90. Published by the Entomological Society of Romania (ROMANIA)
- Joda, A.O., Akagu, A.A., Ademolu, K.O and Oguntade, O.A. (Jan. 2023). Insecticidal effects of neem seed oil (Azadirachta indica) extract against insect pests of stored Cocoa (Theobroma cacao), Ginger (Zingiber officinales) and sesame (Sesame indicum) Munis Entomology and Zoology. 18 (1) : 119-129. https://www.munisentzool.org/ISSN 1306-3022. Published by Gazi University, Science Faculty, Department of Biology, Ankara/Turkey (TURKEY).
- Oguntade, O.A., Sosanya, O.S., Olagunju, S.O., Adewusi, K.M., Odusanya, O.A., Nassir, A.L., Joda, A.O., Adegoke, A.T., and Salami, W.A. (March, 2023). Characterization of Soils Based on Extractable Nutrient for Tomato Cultivation in Derived Savanna Region of Ogun State, Southwest, Nigeria. Nigerian Journal of Ecology 19(1):38-50. Published by the Ecological Society of Nigeria (NIGERIA).
- Apata, E. S., Ebe, I. R., Olaleye, O. O., Olanloye, S. A. and Joda, O. A. (2023). ENTOMOPHAGY-An evaluation of quality and acceptability of Raphia palm weevil larvae (Rhynhophorus phoenics) as influenced by thermal processing methods. Theory and Practice of Meat Processing, 8 (4): 266-272. Russia Food System.
Academic Staff in the Faculty
Prof. Adesola Lateef Nassir – Professor of Plant breeding and Genetics adesola.nassir@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orchid ID: https://orchid.org/0000-0002-6751-4693; Google Scholar Citation count: 227; h-index 7; i10-index:5 (+234 8033895773).
Dr. Olufemi Sunday Sosanya – Reader (Nematology); femi.sosanya@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orchid ID: https://orchid.org/0000-0002-1711-4843; Google Scholar Citation count: 59; h-index 5; i10-index: 2. (+234 8058871710).
Dr. Oladele Abdulahi Oguntade – Senior Lecturer (Environmental Soil Science) dele.oguntade@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orchid ID: https://orchid.org/0000-0002-0825-5089; Google Scholar Citation count: 115; h-index 6; i10-index: 4. (+234 8035232706).
Dr. Olubunmi Abosede Odusanya – Senior Lecturer (Soil Physics and Conservation) bunmi.odusanya@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng; Orchid ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0148-388x; Google scholar citation: 64; h-index: 5; i10-index: 1 (+234 8035690068).
Dr Kayode Mathew Adewusi – Senior Lecturer (Plant Breeding and Genetics); dele.adewusi@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng; Orchid ID: https://orchid.org/0000-0001-5021-059X; Google Scholar Citation count: 92; h-index 5; i10-index:1 (+234 7036136812).
Dr. Solomon Oladimeji Olagunju – Lecturer I (Plant Physiology) olagunju.solomon@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng ; Orchid ID: : https://orchid.org/0000-0001-7429-5030 Google Scholar Citation count: 106 ; h-index 5 ; i10-index: 2. (+234 8034656110)
Dr. Babatunde Saheed Kosemani – Lecturer I (Agricultural Engineering) kosemani.babajide@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng; Orchid ID: https://orchid.org/0000-0002-4602-3254; Google Scholar Citation count: 139; h-index: 5; i10-index: 3. (+234 8034648673).
Dr. Olaitan Chinenye Okechukwu – Lecturer II (Plant Pathology); olaitan.okechukwu@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng; Orchid ID: https://orchid.org/0000-0001-5106-1223; Google Scholar Citation count: 40; h-index 3; i10-index:1. (+2348023517525).
Dr. Ruth Oluwakemi Abifarin-Adegbenro – Lecturer II (Soil Pedology and Survey); ruth.adegbenro@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orchid ID: https://orchid.org/0000-0001-6987-5743 Google Scholar Citation count: 21; h-index 3; i10-index:1. (+234 9155124042).
Dr. Toyin Blessing Odelana – Lecturer II (Soil Chemistry); toyin.odelana@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orchid ID: https://orchid.org/0000-0002-0162-0944 Google Scholar Citation count: 97; h-index 8; i10-index:7. (+234 8144944681).
Prof. Jubril Adeniyi Agunbiade – Professor of Animal nutrition and Feed Technology adeniyi.agunbiade@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID:0009-0000-3797-1802 ; Google Scholar Citations: 863; h-index: 14; i10-index: 17 (+234 8024157246) Office Rm. 008
Prof. Hakeem Akanji Awojobi – Professor of Animal Nutriotional Physiology hakeem.awojobi@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID: 0000-0002-0352-418; Google Scholar Citations: 331; h-index: 9; i10-index: 8 (+234 7064835049) Office Rm. 007
Dr. Ademola Muyiwa Ogungbesan – Reader in Forage Animal Resource ogungbesan.ademola@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7097-5901 Google scholar citation: 134 ; h index: 6; i10-index: 4 (+234 7062397657).
Dr. Ebunoluwa Stanley Apata – Reader Meat Science and Technology apata.ebunoluwa@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID: 0000-0001-9295-8186; Google Scholar Citations: 296; h-index: 9; i10-index: 9 (+2348108177177) Office Rm. 010
Miss Olubunmi Elizabeth Fasina – Lecturer I (Animal Toxiology) fasina.olubunmi@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID: 0000-; Google Scholar Citations: ; h-index: ; i10-index: (+234 8058871693) Office Rm. 004
Dr. Slifat Adewunmi Olanloye– Lecturer Il (Monogastric Animal Nutrtion) silifat.olanloye@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID: 0009-0008-7700- 7899; Google Scholar Citations: 18; h-index: 2; i10-index: 1 (+234 8137779130) Office Rm. 009
Dr. Itunuola Anne Folarin – Lecturer Il (Animal Breeding Genetics and Biotechnology) itunuola.folarin@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID: 0000-0002-0850-6597; Google Scholar Citations: 2; h-index: 1; i10-index: 0 (+234 8064385671) Office Rm. 012
Dr. Shakiru Okanlawon SULE – Senior Lecturer sule.okanlawon@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID: https://orcid.org/my-orcid?orcid=0000-0003-1874-4457 Google scholar citation: 205; h index: 7; i10-index: 6 (+234 9033169759).
Dr Samuel Segun ASHLEY-DEJO – Senior Lecturer (Fisheries Management) ashley-dejo@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID: 0000-0003-3907-3920; Google Scholar Citations: 406; h-index: 11; i10-index: 11 (+2348036584136) Office Rm. 009, 2nd floor FAPRER Building
Dr Babajide Rinoye ODEBIYI. – Senior Lecturer (Wildlife Ecology and Management) jideodebiyi@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng. Orcid ID; 0000-0003-4393-560X. Google Scholar Citations: 45; h-index: 3; i10-index: 2 (+2348038098702). Office Rm: First Floor, FAPRER Building
Dr. Abiodun Olusesi OSO – Senior Lecturer (Forest Policy, Law and Administration) ososesi@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng. Orcid ID: 0000-0001-7432-0099. Google Scholar Citation: 92; h index: 4; i10-index: 2 (+2348032277555. Office Rm. 003B Ground Floor FAPRER Building
Dr. Mrs. Fadilat Abiola DUROJAIYE – Lecturer 1 (Fish Health/Welfare, Aquafeed Biotechnology and Fish Food Safety) fadilatdurojaiye@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID:0000-0002-3097-6341; Google Scholar Citations: 50; h-index: 4; i10-index: 1 (+234 7051383411). Office Rm. 001, 2nd floor FAPRER Building
Dr. Waheed Akanni Salami – Lecturer 1 (Forest Inventory, Remote sensing and GIS) waheed.salami@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID: 0000-0002-9935-0240; Google Scholar Citations: 44; h-index: 3; i10-index: 2 (+2347060626359). Office Rm. 003B Ground Floor FAPRER Building
Dr. (Mrs.) Mrs. Musifat Abosede KOLAPO – Lecturer 1 (Wood Science, Wood Preservation, Pulp and Paper) abosede.kolapo@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orchid ID:0000-0001-9746-4570 Google Scholar Citations: 11; h-index: 2; i10-index: 0 (+234 8060204863). Office Rm. 002 Ground Floor FAPRER Building.
Dr. Oluseun Bamidele BANJO – Lecturer 1 (Forest Biometrics, Spatial Ecology, Remote Sensing and Information Systems) oluseun.banjo@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng. Orcid ID: 0000-0002-9034-7424; Google Scholar Citations: 19; h-index: 3; i10-index: 0 (+2348101156580). Office Rm. 003B Ground Floor FAPRER Building
Mr. Rilwan Oluyinka ADEWALE – Lecturer 1 (Wildlife Ecology and Management). adewale.rilwan@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng. Orchid ID:0000-0001-8615-1800 Google Scholar Citations: 39; h-index: 3; i10-index: 1 (+234 8069702417). Office Rm. 001, Ground Floor FAPRER Building.
Mr Teslim Asafe OJETAYO – Lecturer 1 (Fisheries Management). teslim.ojetayo@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID 0000-0001-7926-7020 Google Scholar: Citation 64, h-index: 4; i10-index: 2. (+234 8060280681) Office Rm 003, 2nd floor FAPRER Building
Mrs. Opeyemi Temitayo OYETUNJI – Lecturer 1 (Fisheries Ecotoxicology and Water resources Management) opeyemi.oyetunji@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orchid ID:0000-0003-2667-492X. Google Scholar Citations: 23; h-index: 3; i10-index: 0 (+234 8068496117). Office Rm. 001, 2nd floor FAPRER Building.
Non-Academic Staff
Mrs. Adeyinka Adenike Christianah Epoyun – Chief Secretariat Assistant epoyun.adeyinka@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng +234 8051037042 Office Rm. 002
Mrs. Funmilola Olubukola Adelanwa – Senior Secretarial Assistant
adelanwafunmilola@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng +234 8136914188 Office Rm. 001, 2nd floor FAPRER Building.
Mrs Abosede Oluyinka Ogunrinade – Senior Secretarial Assistant II abosedeogunrinade@gmail.com +234 8060397798
Miss Cecilia Adebukola Adedoyin – Senior Clerical Officer1 adedoyincecilia@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng +234 89158470332 Office Rm. 002
Mrs. Dasola Jimoh-Bakare – Senior Office Attendant +234 8058871799 Office Rm. 001, 2nd floor FAPRER Building.
Miss Ifeoluwa Victoria Vitowanu – Clerical Officer II +234 8108778556
Technological Staff
Mr. Taiwo Kunle Oladele – Principal Laboratory Supervisor Oladeletaiwo0203@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng +234 7056517104 Laboratory
Mrs Bilikis Abolore Hashirudeen – Laboratory Technologist I adeb2007@yahoo.com +234 8035122228
Mr. Ezekiel Oludayo Abodunrin – Technologists1 ezekiel.abodunrin@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng +234 7039574375.
Mr. Abdul-lateef Yomi Olatunji – Assistant Laboratory Supervisor olatunjiabdullateef@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng +234 8055774507.
Contact Information
- Address: Second Floor, FAPRER Building, Faculty of Agricultural Production and Renewable Resources, Ayetoro Campus.
- Email: faprer.faculty@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM