Prof. Olaniyi will deliver the highly anticipated lecture.

The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is preparing to host its 36th Inaugural Lecture, a significant academic event, on Thursday, September 4, 2025. The lecture will be held at the university's headquarters in Abuja.

Professor Monioluwa O. Olaniyi, a distinguished professor of Nematology within the Faculty of Science, will be the speaker. Her expertise promises a captivating exploration of a vital scientific area.

Professor Olaniyi's lecture, titled "Managing Plant Worm Adversaries: Safeguarding the Environment, Sustaining our Daily Bread,” will delve into the critical role of nematology in environmental protection and food security. This timely presentation is expected to shed light on the challenges posed by plant-parasitic nematodes and innovative strategies for their management.

The event is scheduled to commence at 11:00 AM at the Conference Centre of NOUN, located in Jabi, Abuja.

Prof. Olufemi Peters, the Vice-Chancellor of NOUN, will serve as the Chief Host, underscoring the university's commitment to fostering academic excellence and disseminating impactful research.

For those unable to attend in person, NOUN is providing a virtual participation option. The meeting link is provided below:

https://noun.zoom.us/j/97816308029?pwd=vXvP9NBL61COZAR7YIUsp9jdEDOVxG.1

Meeting ID: 978 1630 8029

Passcode: 481929