Dr. Alom Odiba, a Nigerian scientist based in the UK, has enumerated ways to end the persistent food insecurity and health crisis plaguing the country.
In a recent interview with Saturday Punch, the scientist said that combining modern biotechnology with indigenous practices could increase Nigeria’s ability to address the challenges of food insecurity, health crises and climate change. said.
He said this approach would also help the country meet the United Nations’ key Sustainable Development Goals.
“With continued investment in biotechnology and sustainable practices, Nigeria has the potential not only to meet climate goals but also to become a model for other developing countries,” Odiba said.
He says a multifaceted approach, including collaboration between indigenous communities, scientists and policy makers, is key to achieving this.
Odiba stressed that although the country has over 34 million hectares of arable land, human insecurity prevents farmers from effectively utilizing these lands.
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