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M. Omolara OLANIYI*, PhD
Department of Crop, Soil & Pest Management,
School of Agriculture & Agricultural Technology,
Federal University of Technology,
P. M. B 704, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria.
E-mail: [email protected]
Tel. (Mobile): +234 803 536 2645
*ROTIMI renamed OLANIYI
A young dynamic Nigerian lady presently a Senior Lecturer in the employment of the Federal
University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) in Nigeria, my profile is presented without been immodest. I
have consistently been a recipient of scholarships and fellowships for my academic training. I have
worked and still work with field crops. I am comfortable with field research, screenhouse and
laboratory studies, controlling plant diseases incited by nematodes and fungi. My PhD research was a
first report in Nigeria and has since been a baseline for strategic plantain research development for
sustainable production of the crop. I have collaborated with international NGO and developed
institutions since 1993, and facilitated e-networking of plantain researchers in Nigeria since 2004.
PERSONAL
Name:
OLANIYI*, M. Omolara
*ROTIMI renamed OLANIYI
Date of birth:
06 September 1966
Nationality:
Nigerian
Marital status:
Married
Maiden Name: Adewami
QUALIFICATIONS:
ACADEMIC
University Degree
Ph.D.
M.Sc. Nematology
M.Sc. Agric. Biology
B. Tech. (Hons.)
Crop Production
Class
(if any)
Great
Distinction
2:2
Institution
Date of Award
Katholieke Universiteit Leuven,
Belgium
Universiteit Gent, Belgium
November 2003
University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Federal University of Technology,
Akure, Nigeria
March 1991
September 1988
September 1994
PROFESSIONAL
Qualification
Agricultural research management
for Graduate Research Fellows
(GRFs)
Communication skills for IITA
GRFs
Statistical computing and data
analysis for IITA GRFs
Advanced Data Analysis
Nonparametric statistics
Inductive classification methods
Developing proposals for research
grants, Training course for IITA
GRFs.
Intensive course in GIS software
ArcView 2.1
Awarding Body/ Society
International Institute of Tropical
Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan, Nigeria.
Date of Award
17 Sep. 1999
IITA, Ibadan, Nigeria
July 1999
IITA, Ibadan, Nigeria
Feb. 1998
Biostatistics Department, Katholieke
Universiteit Leuven, Belgium
Biostatistics Department, Katholieke
Universiteit Leuven, Belgium
Biostatistics Department, Katholieke
Universiteit Leuven, Belgium
IITA
June 1997
CIAT Kawanda Research Station, Uganda
Oct. 1996
June 1997
June 1997
Dec. 1997
AWARDS AND HONOURS
August 2005
July 2005
06-09 July 2004
12-13 July 2004
Aug.-Nov. 2003
Research Grant, Centre for Research and Development (CERAD),
Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Nigeria.
Research Grant, International Foundation for Science (IFS), Sweden.
CTA conference support. First International Congress on Musa:
Harnessing research to improve livelihoods, Penang, Malaysia.
CTA conference support. ProMusa meeting, Penang, Malaysia.
Graduate Research Fellowship. International Institute of Tropical
Agriculture (IITA).
Jan.-Sep. 2000
Visiting Research Studentship, IITA.
Sep. 1996-Dec. 1999
Graduate Research Fellowship, IITA.
06-08 Oct. 1998
Third best oral presentation. Fourth annual symposium of the
International Association of Research Scholars and Fellows
(IARSAF), IITA.
Sep. 1993-Oct. 1994
MSc. Scholarship General Administration
Cooperation (A.B.O.S.), Belgium.
1989
Bendel State (Nigeria) Merit award for distinguished hard work and
community development (1988/89 NYSC).
First position. School representative, inter-school debate. First preconvocation activities of FUTA.
University scholarship of merit. Federal University of Technology,
Akure, Nigeria.
1988
1987
for
Development
1988
RESEARCH AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Nigeria. October 1991-date
Senior Lecturer (2004-date) Agronematologist/Plant Pathologist
 Teaching introductory courses in Plant Pathology
1. Bacteriology and Mycology,
2. Nematology and Virology),
3. Plant Disease Control.
 Teaching postgraduate courses in Plant Pathology.
 Diagnosis of plant diseases especially those incited by plant parasitic nematodes and pathogenic
fungi.
 Integrated pest management of plant diseases.
 Research in sustainable crop production with emphasis on plant disease management.
 Nematode management for sustainable production of underdeveloped crops like plantain.
 Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
 Community development
Lecturer 1 (2000-2005), Lecturer II (1994-2000), Assistant Lecturer (1991-1994)
 Taught introductory plant pathology, plant physiology, plant disease control and forest disease
management.
 Research in plant pathology.
 Supervised undergraduate research projects.
 Community development
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (Nigeria and Uganda): 1996-1999, 2003, Graduate
Research Fellow
On education leave from FUTA
 Quantified nematode related losses on plantain in Nigeria (first time report!).
 PhD thesis, first concise and comprehensive documentation of nematode damage assessment on
plantain and effective cultural management report in Nigeria.
 Developed and successfully executed project proposal on managing plant parasitic nematodes on
plantain with improved cultural practices (paring, hot water treatment and organic mulch).
 Developed and established on-farm and on-station field trials and shadehouse experiments.
 Identified plant parasitic nematode species associated with plantain (Musa spp. AAB-group) in
southern Nigeria.
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Established from diagnostic surveys, Pratylenchus coffeae and Radopholus similis as key
nematodes and most important biotic constraint of plantain production in Nigeria.
 Made distribution maps for plant parasitic nematodes and root damage associated with them on
plantain in southern Nigeria.
 Trained contact farmers, field officers of NGOs and technicians of National Agricultural Research
stations (NARs) within West Africa sub-region on managing plant parasitic nematodes for
sustainable production of plantain.
 Supervised and managed four technical staff.
 Functioned effectively as a team player in Musa Nematology of the Plant Health Management
Division (PHMD) of IITA.
Supervisor: Dr Paul Speijer (deceased).
EARLIER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Agbede-Warrake farms (German/Bendel State Government owned) Bendel State, Nigeria: 19881989
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
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Developed a rapid multiplication technique for production of pineapple suckers.
Received Bendel State recognition and award for distinguished hard work and contributions to
development (community development) in the state.
Organised training workshop for local farmers to transfer the technology developed.
Several national and multinational farms and research institute: 1985-1987
 Strong interest in field operations and farming made me work as field supervisor in both national
and multinational farms during summer vacations.
RESEARCH:
(a) Research in progress (with brief description of the research projects)
1. Effects of paring and types of organic mulch on nematode infection, growth, yield and yield
quality of plantain.
FUNDED BY THE CENTRE FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (CERAD) OF THE
FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, AKURE, NIGERIA.
Even though plantain is highly susceptible to plant parasitic nematodes, the smallholders are not aware
of the nematode problems due to the "hidden" nature; destroying the root system leading to yield loss
and toppling of plants. Improved cultural practice including paring and mulching has been advocated in
managing plant parasitic nematodes on plantain, in order to improve and sustain yields. Farmers fear
that paring may impair plant growth and yield. Since mulch improves plantain growth, its benefit on
pared sucker growth and yield needs to be demonstrated in the field in order to make paring an
acceptable option to farmers. Experimental fields are also being used for teaching and demonstration.
2. The effect of paring on nematode re-infection of sucker planting material and the influence of
mulching on yield loss of plantain caused by plant parasitic nematodes in southwestern Nigeria
FUNDED BY THE INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR SCIENCE (IFS), SWEDEN
The effect of mulch and nursery duration of pared suckers is being assessed on the establishment of
pared suckers in the field, rate of nematode establishment on and damage to root and corm of plants
from planting till harvest of the first crop. Suckers purchased from farmers’ field and pared (peeling of
the outer skin of corm) in order to reduce nematode inoculum level in the planting materials were used
to establish trial. In another experiment, production loss related to Pratylenchus coffeae, considered to
be the most destructive species on plantain in Nigeria, will be quantified for the first time under field
conditions. A Nematology laboratory has been set up with the IFS grant in the Department of Crop,
Soil and Pest Management at FUTA. The established experimental fields have also been available and
used for demonstration and teaching. Results of the project will provide information for strategic
planning in the improvement and sustainable plantain production in Nigeria. This would ensure food
security, thereby providing more income to the small holder farmers who produce the crop, as well as
improve their quality of life. Plantain is an important food crop in West Africa and as such, results of
this project will be highly relevant to the West-Africa sub-region.
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3. Managing nematode infection on Musa spp with Arbuscular Mychorrhizal Fungi (AMF),
organic mulches and plant extracts.
SELF FINANCED
The effect of the AMF on growth of and managing plant parasitic nematodes on three Musa cultivars is
being investigated at the Teaching and Research farm of the Federal University of Technology, Akure
in Nigeria. These cultivars are a False Horn plantain (“Agbagba”), A French plantain, and “Paranta” a
local dessert banana cultivar. It is expected that the result would be useful for recommendation to
subsistence farmers who engage in planting the crops. The use of AMF may be a good substitute to the
bulky recommended organic mulch. The extract of Acalypha wilkesiana might better improve root
health of Musa, thereby enhancing yield and plantation longevity.
PUBLICATIONS
(a) Thesis/Dissertation:
1. Rotimi, M.O. 2003. Incidence of plant parasitic nematodes on plantain (Musa spp., AAB-group) in
Nigeria and their effect on root health, plant growth and yield. Phd thesis no. 580 submitted to the
Faculty of Agriculture and Applied Biological Sciences, Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium. 214
pp.
2. Rotimi, M.O. 1994. Efficacy of Nigerian herbs in the control of a Belgian population of
Meloidogyne incognita. M.Sc. thesis submitted to the Laboratory of Morphology, Systematics and
Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Ghent, Belgium. 56 pp.
3. Adewami, M.O. 1990. Growth and sporulation of Kaduna isolate of Cercospora sojina Hara in
culture. M.Sc. thesis submitted to the department of Agricultural Biology, Faculty of Agriculture,
University of Ibadan, Nigeria. 79 pp.
4. Adewami, M.O. 1988. Further studies on dehydrated culture media prepared from locally available
carbohydrate and protein sources. B.Tech. thesis submitted to the department of Crop Production,
School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria.
29 pp.
(b) Books/Monographs: Edited Books:
1. Olufayo A.A., Fagbenro, O.A., Ajayi, O., Olaniyi, M.O., Ogunjobi, K.O., Ajayi, A.E. and
Olowolodun, K.O. (eds) 2005. Science and Technology for self reliance:challenges for developing
countries. Conference Book of Abstracts of the International Conference on Science and
Technology, The Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. 14-19 August,
2005. 150 pp.
(c) Articles in Learned Journals:
(Arranged in chronology of date)
1. Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P.R. and De Waele, D. 1999. On-farm assessment of the influence of oil
palm bunch refuse on the growth response of plantain (cv. Agbagba) to parasitic nematodes.
Journal of Tropical Forest Resources 15 (2), 121-129.
2. Speijer, P.R., Rotimi, M.O. and De Waele, D. 2001. Plant parasitic nematodes associated with
plantain (Musa spp., AAB-group) in southern Nigeria and their relative importance compared to
other biotic constraints. Nematology 3(5), 423-436.
3. Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P.R. and De Waele D. 2004. Effect of soil moisture and organic matter
levels on plantain root reaction to Radopholus simili. International Journal of Nematology 14(2),
122-128.
4. Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P., De Waele D. and Swennen, R. 2004. Effect of mulching on the
response of plantain cv. Agbagba (Musa spp., AAB-group) to plant parasitic nematodes in
southeastern Nigeria I: Vegetative growth. Nigerian Journal of Forestry 34(1), 61-70.
5. Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P., De Waele D. and Swennen, R. 2004. Effect of mulching on the
response of plantain cv. Agbagba (Musa spp., AAB-group) to plant parasitic nematodes in
southeastern Nigeria II: Reproductive growth and yield. Nigerian Journal of Forestry 34(2), 102111.
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Coyne, D.L., Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P., De Schutter, B., Dubois, T., Auwerkerken, A.,
Tenkouano, A. and De Waele, D. 2005. Effects of nematode infection and mulching on the yield of
plantain (Musa spp., AAB-group) ratoon crops and plantation longevity in southeastern Nigeria.
Nematology 7(4), 531-541.
Rotimi, M.O. and Moens, M. 2005. Effect of leaf extracts of some herbs on the juveniles of
Meloidogyne incognita (Kofoid & White) Chitwood. Nigerian Journal of Plant Protection 22, 95104.
Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P. and De Waele, D. 2005. Incidence of plant parasitic nematodes on
plantain in southern Nigeria: West Africa. Niger Delta Biologia 5(1), 10-13.
Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P., De Waele, D. and Swennen, R. 2005. Effect of inoculum density of
plant parasitic nematodes on the root reaction of a False Horn and a French plantain. Niger Delta
Biologia 5(1), 32-47.
Olaniyi, M.O. 2005. Nematode damage of flowered plantain plants and sword suckers detached
from the flowered plants. Special 32nd Conference Edition, Nigerian Journal of Plant Protection
22, 95-105.
Olaniyi, M.O., 2006. Contribution of preferential feeding sites of plant parasitic nematodes to
plantain root damage. Niger delta Biologia 5(2), 41-49.
Olaniyi, M.O., Moens, M. and Moermans, M. 2005. Effect of soil amendment with herbs in the
control of Meloidogyne incognita on tomato. Special 32nd Conference Edition, Nigerian Journal of
Plant Protection 22, 140-148.
Olaniyi, M.O., Speijer, P., De Waele, D, Swennen, R and Tenkouano, A. 2006. Influence of crop
management practices in two locations on plantain response to plant parasitic nematodes. Niger
Delta Biologia 5(2), 1-3.
Olaniyi, M.O., Speijer, P., De Waele, D. and Swennen, R. 2006. Effects of organic mulch and
plant parasitic nematodes on the bunch yield parameters of plantain. Applied Tropical Agriculture
10(2), 1-7.
Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P.R., De Waele, D. and Swennen, R. (2007). Effect of organic mulch on
nematode damage to roots and corm of plantain suckers. Bio-Research.
Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P.R., De Waele, D., Swennen, R. and Tenkouano, A. (2007). Comparative
growth and yield response of a False Horn and a French plantain (Musa spp., AAB-group) to plant
parasitic nematodes in Nigeria. Bio-Research.
(e) Proceedings
17. Rotimi, M.O. 1996. ‘Soil-sickness’: A nematode problem. Proceedings of Regional Training
Workshop on Impact of human activities and livestock grazing on savanna and grazing lands and
response of humid savanna to stress and disturbance in West African Sub-region. UNESCONigerian National Committee for Man and Biosphere (MAB). Federal University of Technology,
Akure, Nigeria. 23-26 July 1995. Pp 52-55.
18. Rotimi, M.O. and Speijer, P. R. 2004. Comparative assessment of nematode damage on two
plantain cultivars in an alley system of soil conservation. In E.T.H. Bobobee and A. Bart-Plange
(eds). Proceedings of the 2nd West African Society of Agricultural Engineering International
Conference on Agricultural Engineering. Kwame Nkuruma University of Science and Technology,
Kumasi, Ghana. 20-24 September, 2004. pp 193-209.
19. Olaniyi, M.O. 2005 (In Press). Plant parasitic nematode constraint to plantain production in
Nigeria. International Conference on Science and Technology, Federal University of Technology,
Akure, Nigeria. 14-19 August 2005. Proceedings Suppliment.
20. Olaniyi, M.O. and Olufayo, A.A. 2005 (In Press). Multidisciplinary approach to research for
sustainable crop production. International Conference on Science and Technology, Federal
University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria. 14-19 August 2005. Proceedings Suppliment.
21. Olaniyi, M.O. 2006. Effects of organic mulch and root dips on establishment and root health of
French plantain. In: E. Soprano, F.A. Tcacenco, L.A. Litchemberg & M.C. Silva (Eds.). Banana: A
Sustainable Business. XVII ACORBAT International Meeting, Joinville, Brazil. 15-20 October
2006. Pp 321.
22. Olaniyi, M.O. and Opadare, S.O. 2006. Effect of paring on the establishment and root damage of
French plantain suckers. In: E. Soprano, F.A. Tcacenco, L.A. Litchemberg & M.C. Silva (Eds.).
Banana: A Sustainable Business. XVII ACORBAT International Meeting, Joinville, Brazil. 15-20
October 2006. Pp 345.
23. Olaniyi, M. and Moens, M. 2007. Uses of medicinal plants in the control of plant parasitic
nematodes. In: G. Onibi, S.O. Agele, V.A.J. Adekunle and M. Olufayo (eds). Proceedings of the
3rd Annual Conference of the School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, Federal
University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria. Pp 99-111.
CONFERENCES ATTENDED WITH DATES AND PAPERS PRESENTED:
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Published Abstracts (In Proceedings, Local and Foreign Journals)
24. Adewami, M.O. 1992. Dehydrated culture media prepared fromlocally available carbohydrate and
protein sources. Bulletin of the Science Association of Nigeria 18(1), 26. Abstract.
25. Adewami, M.O. 1992. Sporulation of Kaduna isolate of Cercospora sojina in culture. Bulletin of
the Science Association of Nigeria 18(1), 29. Abstract.
26. Rotimi, M.O., Moens, M. and Moermans, R. 1996. Efficacy of some Nigerian herbs in the control
of Meloidogyne incognita. Nematropica 26(3), 307. Abstract.
27. Speijer, P.R., Rotimi, M.O., Gauhl, F, Pasberg-Gauhl, C., Schill, P. and De Waele, D. 1998.
Incidence of plant parasitic nematodes on plantain in the major production zones of southern
Nigeria. MusAfrica 12, 6. Abstract.
28. Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P.R. and De Waele, D. 1999. On-farm assessment of the influence of oil
palm bunch refuse on the growth response of plantain (cv. Agbagba) to parasitic nematodes. In
Biometry and quality of life. Proceedings of the sixth scientific workshop of the Sub-Saharan
Africa network (SUSAN) of the International Biometrics Society (IBS), held at the International
Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan, Nigeria 23-27 August 1999. Pp 286. Abstract.
29. Rotimi, M.O. 2003. Incidence of plant parasitic nematodes on plantain in Nigeria and their effect
on root health, plant growth and yield. InfoMusa 12(2), 41. Abstract.
30. Rotimi, M.O., Speijer P., De Waele, D. and Swennen, R. 2004. Cultivar differences in the
response of plantain to plant parasitic nematodes in southeastern Nigeria. Journal of Nematology.
www.nematologist.org/journal. Abstract.
Abstract in “Book of Abstract”
31. Rotimi, M.O. 1995. Plant-parasitic nematodes in soil: A limiting factor in crop production. Book
of Abstracts, UNESCO-Nigeria National Committee for Man and Biosphere (MAB). Regional
training workshop on human activities and livestock grazing on savanna and grazing lands and
response of humid savanna to stress and disturbance in West African sub-region, Akure, Nigeria.
23-26 July 1995.
32. Rotimi, M.O. 1995. ‘Soil-sickness’: A nematode problem. Book of Abstracts, UNESCO-Nigeria
National Committee for Man and Biosphere (MAB). Regional training workshop on human
activities and livestock grazing on savanna and grazing lands and response of humid savanna to
stress and disturbance in West African sub-region, Akure, Nigeria. 23-26 July 1995.
33. Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P.R. and De Waele, D. 1999. Control of plant parasitic nematodes on
plantain cv. Agbagba with oil palm (Elaeis guineensis) bunch refuse. Biometry and quality of life.
The sixth scientific meeting of the sub-saharan Africa network of the International Biometrics
Society. International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan, Nigeria. 23-27 August
1999. Pp 24.
34. Speijer, P.R., Rotimi, M.O. and De Waele, D. 2000. Relative importance of plant-parasitic
nematodes, banana weevil and leaf diseases as constraints to plantain (Musa spp., AABgroup) in
southern Nigeria. 25th International Symposium on Nematology. Herzliya, Israel, 2-7 April 2000.
Pp 43.
35. Rotimi, M.O. 2002. An overview of parasitic nematode problem of plantain in Nigeria. Book of
Abstracts 30th Annual Conference of Nigeria Society of Plant Protection, University of
Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria. 1-4 September 2002. Pp. 35.
36. Rotimi, M.O. 2002. Limitations posed by plant parasitic nematodes on crop production in West
Africa. Book of Abstracts 30th Annual Conference of Nigeria Society of Plant Protection,
University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria. 1-4 September 2002. Pp. 35.
37. Rotimi, M.O. and Moens, M. 2002. Potentials of botanicals as alternative to synthetic
nematicides. Book of Abstracts 30th Annual Conference of Nigeria Society of Plant Protection,
University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria. 1-4 September 2002. Pp. 34.
38. Rotimi, M.O. and Moens, M. 2002. The use of leaf extracts of some herbs in the control of
Meloidogyne incognita. Book of Abstracts 30th Annual Conference of Nigeria Society of Plant
Protection, University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria. 1-4 September 2002. Pp. 34.
39. Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P., De Waele, D. and Swennen, R. 2004. Effect of mulching on the yield of
“Agbagba” inoculated with nematodes in southeastern Nigeria. Abstract Guide, First International
Congress on Musa: Harnessing research to improve livelihoods, Penang, Malaysia. 6-9 July 2004.
Pp. 137.
40. Rotimi, M.O. and Speijer, P.R. 2004. Comparative assessment of nematode damage on two
plantain cultivars in an alley system of soil conservation. Book of Abstracts of the 2nd
International conference of the West Africa Society for Agricultural Engineering, Kumasi, Ghana.
20-24 September, 2004. Pp. 52.
41. Rotimi, M.O., Speijer, P.R., De Waele, D. and Swennen, R. 2004. Effect of plant parasitic
nematodes and soil conservation with organic mulch on bunch yield and yield trait of plantain in
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south eastern Nigeria. Book of Abstracts of the 2nd International conference of the West Africa
Society for Agricultural Engineering, Kumasi, Ghana. 20-24 September, 2004. Pp. 53.
Rotimi, M.O. 2004. GIS mapping of the distribution of plant parasitic nematodes on plantain in
Nigeria.Book of Abstracts of the 39th Annual Conference of the Entomological Society of Nigeria,
Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria. 3-6 October, 2004.
Rotimi, M.O. 2005. Nematode damage on flowered plantain plants and sword suckers detached
from the flowered plants. Book of Abstracts of the 33rd Annual conference of the Nigerian Society
for Plant Protection, University of Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. 15-19 May, 2005.
Rotimi, M.O. 2005. Nematode damage on flowered plantain plants and sword suckers detached
from the flowered plants. Book of Abstracts of the 33rd Annual conference of the Nigerian Society
for Plant Protection, University of Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. 15-19 May, 2005.
Rotimi, M.O., Moens, M. and Moermans, M. 2005. Efficacy of some Nigerian herbs in the control
of Meloidogyne incognita in vivo. Book of Abstracts of the 33rd Annual conference of the
Nigerian Society for Plant Protection, University of Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. 15-19
May, 2005.
Rotimi, M.O. 2005. Plant parasitic nematode constraint to plantain production in Nigeria. Book of
Abstracts of the International Conference on Science and Technology, Federal University of
Technology, Akure, Nigeria. 14-19 August 2005. Pp 54.
Rotimi, M.O. and Olufayo, A.A. 2005. Multidisciplinary approach to research for sustainable crop
production. International Conference on Science and Technology, Federal University of
Technology, Akure, Nigeria. 14-19 August 2005. Pp 53.
Technical/Progress Report
48. Rotimi, M.O. 1998. Nematode related losses on plantain in West Africa. Ph.D. Progress Report.
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan, Nigeria.
49. Rotimi, M.O. 1999. Nematode related losses on plantain in West Africa. Ph.D. Progress Report.
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan, Nigeria. 29 April 1999. 25pp.
50. Olaniyi, M.O. 2006. Effects of paring and types of organic mulch on nematode infection, growth
yield and yield quality of plantain. Progress report submitted to the Centre for Research and
Development (CERAD), Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). February 2006. 14pp.
Technical papers presented at workshops/seminars
51. Rotimi, M.O. 1998. Root health: Nematodes and sustainability of plantain production. Resource
Person, IITA-NARS collaboration. Training of collaborators from some West African National
Agricultural Research Stations (NARS). International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, Onne,
Rivers State, Nigeria. 21-30 September 1998.
52. Rotimi, M.O. 1998. Screening methods: Shade house and field experiments (Practical). Resource
Person, IITA-NARS collaboration. Training of collaborators from some West African National
Agricultural Research Stations (NARS). International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, Onne,
Rivers State, Nigeria. 21-30 September 1998.
53. Rotimi, M.O. 1997. Instructor. Workshop on paring and hot water treatment of plantain suckers.
IITA Consultant to the Nigerian Agip Oil Company-Green River Project (NAOC-PPC). Training
of field officers of NAOC-GRP (PPC), opinion leaders and selected contact farmers of
Obrikom/Omoku community, Rivers State, Nigeria. 17 November 1997.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP:
1. Society of Nematologists (SON)
2. International Biometrics Society, sub-saharan Africa Network (IBS/SUSAN)
3. African Nematologists Network
4. Nigerian Society for Plant Protection (NSPP)
5. National Association of Women Academics (NAWACS)
EXTRA CURRICULA ACTIVITIES:
(a) Activities within the University
1. 2006. Chairman, Electoral Committee, Cooperative Society of the Academic Staff Union of the
Federal university of Technolgy, Akure.
2. 2006. Member, Quality Control Committee, School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology
(SAAT), Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA).
3. 2006. Member, Proposal Assessment and Review Committee. Akure Community-FUTA
4. 2003-date. Member, Welfare Committee, School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology
(SAAT), Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA).
5. 2004. Member, Ad hoc Curriculum Review Committee, SAAT, FUTA.
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2001-date. SIWES Officer, Department of Crop, Soil and Pest Management, SAAT, FUTA.
1991-1993. Member, Examination Committee, Department of Crop Production, SAAT, FUTA.
(b) Activities outside the University:
1. 2004 to date. National Facilitator, Nigerian Plantain and Banana Researchers Forum (NPBRF).
2. 2004-date. Member, PROMUSA-Nematology working group (Global Musa Research Network).
3. 1992-1994. FUTA alumni national treasurer
4. 1993-1994 FUTA alumni editorial board member
LANGUAGE SKILL
English: Fluent (Official language and language of instruction in Nigeria)
French: Elementary knowledge
Yoruba: Mother tongue
COMPUTER SKILL
Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Statistical Computing: SAS, GENSTAT and SPSS
GIS: ArcView
Internet compliant
REFEREES
Prof. Ayorinde A. Olufayo
Head, Department of Agricultural Engineering
Federal University of Technology, Akure,
P.M.B. 704, Akure,
Ondo State.
Tel.: 0803 470 8846
E-mail: [email protected]
Dr. Chris Okafor
National Director, Sustainable Tree Crops Project
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture
C/o Federal University of Technology, Akure
P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State.
Tel.: 0803 381 5904
0803 380 1225
E-mail: [email protected]
Prof. D. Babatunde Olufolaji
Head, Department of Crop, Soil & Pest Management,
Federal University of Technology, Akure,
P.M.B. 704, Akure,
Ondo State.
Tel.: 0803 474 9888
E-mail: [email protected]
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