Prof. Joshua Olalekan OGUNWOLE

Professor | Vice-Chancellor

Faculty of Agriculture · Department of Soil Science and Land Management

Specialization Soil Science, Soil Physics, Soil Ecology, Soil Organic Carbon & Carbon Sequestration

Office: Vice-Chancellor's Office, Senate Building, Federal University Oye-Ekiti

Phone: 07063080009

Biography

Professor Ogunwole holds a B.Sc in Agriculture., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Soil Science from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, where he began his illustrious academic career. Over the years, he has served in various capacities across institutions, including Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Adamawa State University (ADSU), Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA), Bowen University, Iwo and Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), contributing significantly to institutional growth, staff development, and student success. Prof. Ogunwole’s academic journey is distinguished by a series of prestigious international fellowships and scholarly engagements that have elevated his professional standing globally. He was a Fulbright Scholar at the Pennsylvania State University, USA (2009–2010), where he conducted advanced research on root growth & development of pasture grass under zero tillage practice. Earlier, he served as a TWAS Postdoctoral Fellow at the Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Bhavnagar, India (2006–2007). In 2010, he participated in the TWAS Associateship Programme at the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), Colombo, Sri Lanka, and was deployed to the East African Regional Office in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, as a Soil Scientist under the CGIAR Nile Challenge Programme. Between 2014 and 2015, he held the Alexander von Humboldt (AvH) Fellowship at the University of Hannover, Germany, where he conducted pioneering research on carbon dynamics in soils. From 2011 to 2017, he was a Regular Associate at the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in Trieste, Italy, contributing to global discourse on sustainable environmental systems. His expertise also extends to capacity building and continental development initiatives, etc. Above all, his vision seeks to nurture an ecosystem of excellence that empowers staff, inspires students, and positions FUOYE as a beacon of innovation, moral leadership, and societal impact within Nigeria and the wider global academic community.

Research Interests

1. Soil Science
2. Soil Physics
3. Soil Ecology
4. Soil Organic Carbon
5.Carbon Sequestration

Qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy Soil Science, Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (2000)
M.Sc. Soil Science, Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (1995)
B.Sc. Agriculture, Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (1988)

Selected Publications

Effects of termite mounds on agroecosystems in semi-arid zones of Nigeria
Authors: Oluleye, A.K., Ogunwole, J.O., Adeyemo, A.J., Shittu, O.S., Osakwe, U.C., Ogunleye, K.S. & Omoju, O.J.
NL Journal of Agriculture and Biotechnology 2 (2): 38-47 (2025)
'Impact of biodigestate and fertilization on the soil chemical properties, growth and yield of maize (Zea mays L.)
Authors: Adekiya, A.O., Ande, O.T., Dahunsi, S.O., Ogunwole, J.O. & Ibaba, A.L.
Research on Crops 25, (1), 33-42. (2024)
Sole and combined application of biodigestate, N, P and K fertilizers: impacts on chemical properties and maize performance
Authors: Adekiya, A.O., Ande, O.T., Dahunsi, S.O. & Ogunwole, J.O.
The Scientific World Journal (2024)
Derivation and validation of a pedotransfer function for estimating the bulk density of tropical forest soils
Authors: Obidike-Ugwu, E.O., Ogunwole, J.O. & Eze, P.N.
Modeling Earth Systems and Environment 9, 801-809 (2023)
Performance evaluation and variability analysis for morpho-physiological traits of orange fleshed tomato varieties introduced in Nigeria climatic conditions
Authors: Esan, V.L., Sangoyomi, T.E., Ajayi, O.A., Christensen, M. & Ogunwole, J.O
Agronomy Research 21 (2): 711-727 (2023)
Valorization of pineapple peel and poultry manure for clean energy generation
Authors: Dahunsi, S.O., Ogunwole, J.O., Owoseni, A.A., Olutona, G.O., Nejo, Y.T. & Atobatele, O.E.
Food Energy Security 11 (1): e228 (2022)
Crop performance and soil fertility improvement using organic fertilizer produced from valorization of Carica papaya fruit peel
Authors: Dahunsi, S.O., Oranusi, S., Efeovbokhan, V.E., Adesulu-Dahunsi, A.T. & Ogunwole, J.O.
Scientific Reports 11 (1), 1-16 (2021)
valorization of Pennisetum purpureum (Elephant grass) and piggery manure for energy generation
Authors: Ojediran, O.J., Dahunsi, S.O., Aderibigbe, V., Abolusoro, S., Adesulu-Dahunsi, A.T., Odekanle, E.L., Odejobi, O.J., Ibikunle, R.A. & Ogunwole, J.O.
Fuel 302, 121209 (2021)
Soil fertility of termite mounds for the promotion of ecosystem services in agroecosystems
Authors: Oluleye, A.K., Ogunwole, J.O., Adeyemo, A.A., Shittu, O.S., Osakwe, U.C., Ogunleye, S.K., Omoju, M.O. & lloa, A.S.
Environmental Sciences and Ecology: Current Research 1:1011 (2021)
Aggregate characteristics and aggregate- associated soil organic carbon and carbohydrates of soils under contrasting tree land use
Authors: Ogunwole, J. & Wokocha, C.
SAINS TANAH- Journal of Soil Science and Agroclimatology, 18 (2): 126-135 (2021)
Assessment of the importance of Jatropha among rural farmers in some selected local government areas of Kaduna State, Nigeria
Authors: Alabi, O.F., Ogunwole, J.O., Damisa, M.A., Yusuf, O., Ariyo, O.C., Ogunkalu, O.A.
Ethiopian Journal of Environmental Studies & Management 14: 895-906 (2021)
Tillage, Desmodium intortum, Fertilizer rates for carbon stock, soil quality and Grain yield in Northern Guinea Savanna of Nigeria
Authors: Odunze, A.C., Asholo, D.B., Ogunwole, J.O., Oyinlola, E.Y. & Chinke, M.N
American Journal of Climate Change 8, 325-341 (2019)
Water retention curve to analyze soil structure changes due to liming
Authors: Ferreira, T.R., Pires, L.F., Auler, A. C., Brinatti, A.M. & Ogunwole, J.O
Anais da Academia Brasileira de Ciéncias 91, (3) (2019)
Growth performance of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L.) as influenced by legumes incorporation and nitrogen application in Sudan Savanna of Nigeria
Authors: Adesoji, A.G., Ogunwole, J.O. & Ojoko, E.A.
FUDMA Journal of Sciences 2, 203-211. (ISSN: 2616-13702) (2018)
Productivity of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L.) under incorporated legumes and nitrogen fertilization in semi-arid environment
Authors: Adesoji, A.G., Ogunwole, J.O. & Ojoko, E.A.
FUDMA Journal of Sciences 3, 105-111 (2018)
Physical quality of northern Nigeria Savanna Alfisols: influence of Jatropha curcas L. and other land use systems
Authors: Shehu B.M., Ogunwole J.O. & Jibrin J.M
Cogent Food and Agriculture 2, 1205272 (2016)
Changes in the structure of a Nigerian soil under different land management practices
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Pires IF. & Shehu, B.M
R. Bras. Ci. Solo 29, 830-840 (2015)
oil organic carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus distribution in stable aggregates of an Ultisol under contrasting land use and management history
Authors: Udom, B.E. & Ogunwole, J.O.
Journal of Plant Nutrition and Soil Science 178, 460-467 (2015)
State space estimation of soil organic carbon stock
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Timm, L.C., Obidike-Ugwu, E.O. & Gabriels, D.M.
International Agrophysics 28, 185-194 (2014)
Assessment of spatial distribution of selected soil properties using geo-spatial statistical tools
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Obidike, E.O., Timm, L.C, Odunze, A.C. & Gabriels, D.
Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis 45, 2182-2200 (2014)
Development of commercially viable plantations of Jatropha curcas L: case for promotion of its agricultural research
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., 2014
dvances in Plants & Agriculture Research 1 (3): 00017 (2014)
Land use impact on soil physical quality and soil structure in three highland watersheds of Ethiopia
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Sharma, B.R., McCartney, M.P., Zemadim, B & Leta, G.
Advances in Plants & Agriculture Research 1 (3): 00017 (2014)
Genetic variability, genetic gain and relationships of yield and yield components in castor (Ricinus communis L.)
Authors: Halilu, A.D., Aba, D.A. & Ogunwole, J.O
Research and Reviews in Bio Sciences 7, 181-186 (2013)
Germplasm diversity and implications for genetic improvement of Jatropha curcas L
Authors: Halilu, A.D., Echekwu, C.A., Ogunwole, J.O. & Alabi, O.
TechnoScience Africana Journal 8, 41-46 (2013)
Effect of tillage and fertilizer on soil quality and yield of maize in an Alfisols of a Northern Guinea Savanna
Authors: Odunze, A.C., Ebireri, F.O., Ogunwole, J.O., Tarfa, B.D. & Eche, N.M.
Journal of Agriculture and Biodiversity Research 2, 167-177 (2013)
Reciprocal relationships between aggregate stability and organic carbon characteristics in a forested ecosystem of northern Nigeria
Authors: Lawal, H.M., Ogunwole, J.O. & Uyovbisere, E.O
Tropical and Subtropical Agrocecosystems 10, 481-488 (2012)
Survey and collection of Jatropha curcas L. in the northwestern Savannas of Nigeria
Authors: Halilu, A.D., Misari, S.M., Echekwe, C.A., Alabi, O., Abubakar, I.U., Saleh, M.K., Adeyanju, A.O. & Ogunwole, J.O
Biomass and Bioenergy 35, 4145-4148 (2011)
Response of sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) to nitrogen application in a savanna alfisol
Authors: Oyinlola, E.Y., Ogunwole, J.O. & Amapu, I.Y.
HELIA 33, Nr. 52, 115-126 (2010)
Effect of organic and inorganic soil amendments on soil physical and chemical properties in a West African Savanna agroecosystem
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O. Iwuafor, E.N.O., Eche, N.M. & Diels, J.
Tropical and Subtropical Agro-ecosystems 12, 247-255 (2010)
Changes in soil aggregate stability and carbon sequestration mediated by land use practices in a degraded dry savanna Alfisol
Authors: Lawal, H.M., Ogunwole, J.O. & Uyovbisere, E.O
Tropical and Subtropical Agro-ecosystems 10, 423-429 (2009)
Contribution of Jatropha curcas to soil quality improvement in a degraded Indian Entisol
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Chaudhary, D.R., Ghosh A., Daudu, C.K., Chikara, J. & Patolia, J.S.
Acta Agriculturae Scandinavica, Section B-Soil and Plant Science 58, 245-251 (2008)
Aggregate characteristics and organic carbon concentrations after 45 annual applications of manure and inorganic fertilizer
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O.
Biological Agriculture and Horticulture 25, 223-233 (2008)
Long-term effects of three pastures on some soil properties in an Ustult in Northern Guinea Savanna, Nigeria
Authors: Raji, B.A., Ogunwole, J.O., Amodu, J.T. & Usman, N.
Nigerian Journal of Soil Research 18, 124-131 (2008)
Potentials of Soil carbon sequestration under various land use in the sub-humid and semi-arid Savanna of Nigeria: Lessons from long-term experiments
Authors: Raji, B.A. & Ogunwole, J.O.
International Journal of Soil Sciences 1, 33-43 (2006)
Integrated soil water and nutrient management for late season crop production systems in the Nigerian Savanna
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Lawal, A.B., Olarewaju, J.D., Audu, K., Adekpe, D.I., Ugbabe, O.O., Yaro, D.T. & Oyinlola, E.Y.
Journal of Agronomy 5, 314-320 (2006)
An evaluation of long-term effects of fast growing tree species (Tectona grandis Linn. F.) on soil morphological and physical properties in the Southern Guinea savanna of Nigeria
Authors: amndi, M.A., Raji, B.A., Kparmwang, T. & Ogunwole, J.O.
Journal of Environmental Sciences, 10, 40-49 (2006)
Spatial variability in soil particle sizes and mean weight diameter of a tropical Alfisol
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Bello A.L., Raji, B.A. & Jahknwa C.J.
Journal of Sustainable Agriculture and the Environment 7, 129-139 (2005)
Changes in an Alfisol under long-term application of manure and inorganic fertilizer
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O
Soil Use and Management 21, 260-261 (2005)
Influence of long term application of organic and mineral fertilizers on quality of a savanna Alfisol
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O. & Ogunleye, P.O.
Journal of Sustainable Agriculture 26, 5-14 (2005)
Effects of fertilizer and time of ridge-tie on yield and fibre quality of late sown cotton in the dry savanna zone of Nigeria
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O.
Journal of Sustainable Agriculture 24, 97-107 (2004)
Grain legumes for soil productivity improvement in the Northern Guinea Savanna of Nigeria
Authors: Odunze, A.C., Tarawali, S.A., Dettaan, N.C., Iwuafor, E.N.O., Katung, P.D., Akovegon, G.E., Amadji, A.F., Schuttze Kraft, R., Atala, T.K., Ahmed, B., Adamu, A., Babalola, A.O., Ogunwole, J.O., Alimi, A., Ewansiha, S.U. & Adediran, S.A.
Food, Agriculture and Environment 2, 218-226 (2004)
Yield potential and fibre properties of long staple cotton as influenced by genotype, fertility and moisture condition in a semi-arid climate
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O. & Alabi, S.O.
Tropical Agriculture (Trinidad) 81, 11-15 (2004)
Effects of three long-term planted fallows on some soil physical properties of an Ustult in NW Nigeria
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Raji, B.A., Amodu, J.T. & Ausa, A.
Nigerian Journal of Soil Science 14, 81-86 (2004)
Surface soil aggregation, trace and heavy metal enrichment under long term application of farmyard manure and mineral fertilizer
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O. & Ogunleye, P.O.
Soil Science & Plant Analysis 35, 1505-1516 (2004)
Evaluation of three long staple lines of cotton to levels of fertilizer under moisture stressed and unstressed condition
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Alabi, S.O. & Onu, I.
Crop Research 25, 50-57 (2003)
Laboratory evaluation of vertical and horizontal compaction on soil physical properties of a sandy loam soil
Authors: Okai, I.A. & Ogunwole, J.O.
African Soils XXXIII, 131-137 (2003)
Upward water and salt movement as affected by depths of water table and groundwater concentration at an irrigation site in Kano, Nigeria
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Adeoye, K.B. & Ramalan, A.A.
African Soils XXXIII, 45-55 (2003)
Solar radiation interception, dry matter production and yield of a sorghum/maize mixture at Samaru, northern Nigeria
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Owonubi, J.J. & Bello, A.L.
Samaru Journal of Agricultural Research 18, 25-32 (2002)
Effects of seasons, fertilization and cultivars on the productivity of cotton under shallow water table condition
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O. & Alabi, S.O.
The Plant Scientist 3, 33-39 (2002)
Soil conservation technologies in the sustenance of soil productivity in northern Nigeria
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Yaro, D.T., Bello, A.L. & Lawal, A.B.
Zaria Geographer 15, 103-112 (2002)
A pedological characterization of soils in the Samaru area of Nigeria
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Babalola, O.A., Oyinola, E.Y. & Raji, B.A.
Samaru Journal of Agricultural Research 17, 71-77 (2001)
The effects of prolonged shaking periods and the contents of iron oxides on the dispersion of Plinthic soil in Nigeria
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Esu, I.E., Kparmwang, T. & Chude, V.O
Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis 32, 2293-2306 (2001)
Changes in soil properties under different cultural practices at an irrigation site at Kadawa, Nigeria
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Yaro, D.T., Miko, S. & Abubakar, I.U
Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences 4, 32-36 (2001)
Tillage methods and fertilizer effects on soil phosphorus distribution and yield of late sown cowpea in a Typic Haplustal
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O. & Raji, B.A
Nigerian Journal of Biological Science 1, 43-49 (2001)
Effect of varying energy impacts on the physical properties of a Typic Haplustalf
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Raji, B.A. & Adewumi, E.O.
Nigerian Journal of Soil Research 1, 4-7 (2000)
ffects of sowing dates and row arrangement on crop growth and yield in a Kenaf/maize mixture in Northern Guinea Savanna of Nigeria
Authors: Kuchinda, N.C. & Ogunwole J.O.
Journal of Sustainable Agriculture and the Environment 2, 251-256 (2000)
Productivity of tomato (Lycopersion esculentum Mill.) genotypes grown on residual soil moisture
Authors: Bodunde, J.G. & Ogunwole J.O.
The Plant Scientist 1, 115-123 (2000)
Spatial variability of soil physical properties of an Alfisol in Samaru, Northern Guinea Savanna of Nigeria
Authors: Wuddivira, H.N., Ogunwole, J.O. & Adeoye, K.B.
7. Journal of Agriculture and Environment 1, 173-182 (2000)
Effect of soil compaction on the physical properties of a Typic Haplustalf
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Adewumi, E.O. & Raji, B.A
African Soils XXXIX, 15-23 (1999)
Effect of tillage practices on surface soil conditions and yield of late sown cotton in Northern Nigeria
Authors: Ogunwole, J.O., Raji, B.A., Adeoti, A.A., Adeoye, K.B. & Ogunlela, V.B.
African Soils XXXIX, 25-32 (1999)
Population fluctuation of Aphis gossypii and Dysdercus volkeri on cotton in relation to field weather variable in Northern Guinea Savanna of Nigeria
Authors: Onu, I. & Ogunwole, J.O
Nigerian Journal of Plant Protection 17, 25-33 (1998)

Awards

Lifetime Award of Excellence - United Nations International Space Weather Initiative and African Regional Centre for Space Science and Technology Education - English (January, 2024)
Platinum Leadership Award of Excellence in year - Mrs. Ladi Kwali Platinum Leadership Award as Icon of Women Development, for effort at contributing immensely towards woman empowerment and educational development. (2023)
Certificate of Noble Prize for Excellence as Vanguard of Educational Transformation in Nigeria - Youth Coalition for Education in Nigeria (YOCEN) (2023)
Appreciation Award - National Civil Leadership Summit of the Nigerian Baptist Convention (2023)
Appreciation Letter for Service Rendered As Vice Chancellor of Bowen University Iwo - Nigerian Baptist Convention (21 May, 2023)
Certificate of Merit - Fulbright Alumni Association of Nigeria (FAAN) for outstanding impact on society and unflinching support to the development of the Association. (April, 2022)
Hero Merit Award - Exclusive World Magazine (April, 2022)
TimeNews Gold award - TimeNews Gold Award for distinguished contributions to the development of Education and Academic Excellence in Nigeria. (March, 2022)
Award for Excellence for Outstanding Contribution to Campus Security and Safety. - The Association of Heads of Security of Tertiary Institutions (June, 2019)
Pan-African Distinguished Leadership Award - African Students Union Parliament (ASUP) (December, 2019)
Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Platinum Award - Northern Youth Progressive Forum. (December, 2019)
Research Awardn for Sustainable Agriculture (Merit Award) - Schweisfurth Foundation Munich and Support Africa International Berg, Germany. (March, 2005)
Citation Award in the Marquis Who's Who in Science and Engineering, 7th Edition. - Marquis Who's Who in Science and Engineering, 7th Edition. (June, 2003)

Grants

Research on perturbation at the various atmospheric strata - College of Engineering at Virginia Tech, Blacksburg Virginia, 24061. (January, 2025) - Amount: USD 15,000.00
Research on Land Use effect on soil aggregate characteristics, carbon and nitrogen dynamics in Desert- margin landscapes of Nigeria. - TETFUND (2017-2019) - Amount: NAIRA 1,444,000.00
Equipment Subsidy Grant - Alexander von Humboldt Stiftung Bonn, Germany. (March 2016) - Amount: EURO 18,495.00
Africa Research in Sustainable Intensification for the Next Generation (Africa RISING), to analyse 299 soil samples. - International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) Bamako - Mali Consultancy (October 2015) - Amount: USD 15,000.00
Understanding spatial heterogeneity in tropical soils: a multi-stage hierarchical stochastic simulation to predict soil organic carbon (SOC) and nitrogen (N) sequestration - The Academy of Sciences for the Developing World(TWAS) (2012-2014) - Amount: USD 12,000.00
Micro-Grant for Agriculture for Peace - Empowering Youths of Kaduna State with Entrepreneurship skills. - United States Embassy Abuja (November, 2012) - Amount: USD 5,000.00
Training/International workshop on soil physical processes - The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) (June, 2011) - Amount: EURO 3,000.00
Grant Support to Dr. MaryAnn Bruns to co-mount Soil & Environmental Microbiology with Joshua Ogunwole - The American Society of Microbiology (ASM) (March, 2010) - Amount: USD 5,000.00
Special Research Grant to conduct research on production of Jatropha curcas L. from eroded lands - Ahmadu Bello University - Directorate of Academic Planning and Monitoring (April, 2008) - Amount: NAIRA 1,000,000.00

Membership of Professional Bodies

African Scientific Institute (ASI) - Fellow
Agronomy Society of America (ASA) - Member
Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) - Member
International Union of Soil Science (IUSS) - Member
College of Research Associates (CRA) United Nations University - Member
Soil Science Society of Nigeria (SSSN) - Fellow
Nigeria Institute of Soil Science (NISS) - Council Member
Fulbright Alumni Association of Nigeria (FAAN) - Member / Treasurer (2010 - 2014)
Nigeria Institute of Soil Science (NISS) - Registered Soil Scientist
Soil Science Society of Nigeria (SSSN) - Member
Soil Research in Nigeria - Regional Coordinator (NW Zone)

Postgraduate Ph.D Supervision

Alabi, Olubukola - Analysis of the potential impact of Jatropha on land reclamation and poverty status of small scale farmers of Kaduna and Katsina States, Nigeria. (2023)
Lawal, Halima M. F - Tillage and cover crop effects on soil quality and maize growth at Samaru, northern Nigeria. (2015)
Abdulrahman, Sanni - Analysis of production, processing and marketing of Jatropha curcas L along the Jatropha value chain in Nigeria. (2000)

Postgraduate M.Sc Supervision

Omalle, Joy Afor. - Impact of simulated microgravity and moisture stress on rhizospheric soil properties and growth of Jatropha curcas L. (Ongoing)
Sofoluke, Olatokunbo Ademola. - Heavy metal concentration of soils in selected quarry sites in Ondo State, Nigeria (2023)
Ogunsola, Elijah. - Understanding conservation agriculture practices for improved soil quality and maize (Zea mays) production in the Northern Guinea Savanna of Nigeria. (2015)
Aliyu, Jamila. - Assessment of spatial land suitability for irrigated agriculture of some selected vegetable crops (carrots, onions and tomatoes) within the Galma Basin, northern Nigeria. (2014)
Shehu, Bello. - Soil physical quality as influenced by the cultivation of Jatropha curcas L at. Samaru, northern Nigeria. (2013)
Ebireri, Onome, F. - Soil quality changes and maize yield as influenced by no-till, nitrogen and Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. phosphorus fertilizers in the Northern Guinea Savanna Zone of Nigeria. (2013)
Obidike. Evelyn, O. - Assessment of spatial variability in soil properties of Nimbia Forest Reserve for site-specific management. (2011)
Abdulkadir, S. - The influence of long-term manure and mineral fertilizer application on Bello University Zaria. aggregate stability and carbon sequestration in a savannah Alfisol. (2009)
Lawal, Halima F. - Reciprocal relationships between aggregate stability and organic carbon pools in a forested ecosystem of northern Nigeria. (2008)
Sanda, A.R. - Effects of drainage water recycle and mulch on soil properties and performance of tomato in Kadawa irrigation station, Kano. (2008)
Abdulkadir, A. - Estimating saturated hydraulic conductivity from soil parameters of the Nigerian Savanna. (2006)
Adamu, Yakubu S. - Effects of municipal waste and inorganic fertilizer on yield and heavy metal concentration of maize (Zea mays L.) in Northern Guinea Savanna. (2006)

Undergraduate Project Supervision

Jaiyesimi, O. Felix. - Contributions of termites activities to the structural stability of Ultisols in Ikole-Ekiti, Derived Savanna Zone of Nigeria. (2025)
Salaudeen Abdulmalik. - Soil physical quality as influenced by continuous cropping in Ultisol. (2024)
Emmanuel, Mary Faith. - Land use effects on soil aggregate characteristics, carbon and nitrogen contents of an Ultisol. (2024)
Omiponle, Precious Nathaniel. - Soil quality improvement of termite moulds compared to adjacent soils in Ultisols. (2024)
Ismaila, Y. - The influence of Jatropha curcas on soil aggregate stability and carbon sequestration in soils of North-West Nigeria. (2009)
Simon, John N. - Changes in total, particulate and mineral associated organic carbon across tree Zaria. diversity in a forested savannah ecosystem. (2007)
Idrissa, M. - Total, particulate organic matter and structural stability of a savannah Alfisol under different soil management practices. (2006)
Auta, M. - Effect of soil management practices on the properties of earthworm casts, termite mounds and surface soils of a savannah Alfisol. (2006)
Ahmed, Bako M.A. - Conservation tillage (no=till) as a means of saving labour cost in maize production in Ndabar - Ndak community of Das L.G.A. of Bauchi State. (2006)
Owoyeni, S. Stephen. - Pedotransfer functions for selected soilsof moth western Nigeria. (2005)
Babangida, Joseph D. - Management options for decreasing soil moisture evaporation loss and slat build-up under a high water table condition. (2004)
Audu, Kabir. - Effects of 'in-situ' water harvesting technique and soil amendments on soil properties, growth and yield of roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) at Samaru, Nigeria. (2004)
Mohammed, Halima F. - The effect of long term application of farmyard manure and mineral fertilizers on soil aggregation in a Savanna Alfisol. (2003)
James, Benjamen N. - The effect of soil conditions on soil physical properties and wheat growth at Kadawa, Sudan Savanna Zone of Nigeria. (2002)
Iroko, Segun. - Effect of vertical and horizontal compaction on soil properties and growth of maize in a savannah Alfisol. (2001)
Ausa, Anthony A. - Long term effects of grass pasture on soil physical properties of Ultisols at Shika, Northwn Guinea Savanna. (2001)
Yahqub, Mustapha. - Effect of salinity levels and irrigation frequency on wheat (Triticun aestivum L.) in a Typic Ustropept. (2000)
Balogun, Charles, D. - Effect of crop types on surface crop properties of an Alfisol in the Northen Guinea Savanna. (1999)
Mofor, J. Ngu. - Effect of tillage on soil properties of an Alfisol in the Northern Guinea Savanna. (1997)
Adewunmi, Elijah O, - Effect of compaction on sorghum root growth and some properties of an Alfisol in the Nigerian Guinea Savanna. (1997)

Course Teaching

Intermediate Soil Physics - SOSC 851 / SLM 851
Soil-Water-Plant Relations - SOSC 853
Agricultural Climatology - SOSC 850
Soil and Water Management - SOSC 802
Advanced Soil Physics - SLM 907
Introductory Agroclimatology - SOSC 202
Fundamentals of Soil Physics - SOSC 301
Principles of Irrigation and Drainage
Plant-Soil-Water Relations - SOSC 544
Principles of Soil and Water Conservation - SOSC 203
Soil and Water Conservation - SOSC 543

Professional Skill

1. Soil scientific analysis0%

2. Land management and land-use assessment0%

3. Strategic planning0%

4. Institutional advancement and linkages0%

5. Grant/research collaboration0%

Custom Fields

Workshop (24th-27th February, 2025): Participated at the 36th Annual South West Zonal REFILS Workshop.

Workshop (1st - 6th April, 2025): Participated in the International Workshop with the theme 'Navigating University Operation in Turbulent Times' at Kigali, Rwanda.

Workshop (15th - 20th October, 2024): Participated as Discussant and Coordinator at the South-South Regional Workshop on Irrigation and Drainage.

Conference (10th - 12th May, 2022): Participated in United States Diplomatic Mission Sponsored Inaugural Nigerian Higher Education Conference

Conference (14th - 18th March 2022): Participated at the 46th Annual Conference of the Soil Science Society of Nigeria (SSSN) at Ahmadu Bello University Zaria.

Conference (22nd - 25th March 2021): Attended the 16th Annual Fulbright Alumni Association of Nigeria (FAAN) Conference

Workshop (25th March, 2019): Participated at the Australia Awards Africa on Irrigation and Water Resources

11 - 15th September 2017: Participated at the Alexander von Humboldt (AvH) Kolleg Ado-Ekiti

2nd - 6th April, 2017: Participated at the Alexander von Humboldt (AvH) Kolleg Federal University of Technology, Akure

Workshop (19th - 21st April 2017): Attended a 3-Day Training / Workshop on Pedagogy at Federal University Oye-Ekiti.

Workshop (31st October 2013): Participated at the Nigeria Science Prize Sensitization Workshop, Abuja by the Nigerian Academy of Science.

Workshop (20th - 21st December 2012): Participated in a 2-day Stakeholders workshop on Monitoring and Evaluation at Ahmadu Bello University Zaria.

Conference (25th - 26th September, 2012): Nominated to attend National Workshop on Jatropha curcas: Role of Biofuel Policy on Sustainable Energy.

Workshop (25th September 2012): Attended and Participated at the Embassy of the United States of America Sponsored All-Alumni Conference at Abuja, Nigeria.

Workshop (20th - 29th June, 2011): Organized the Workshop on Soil Physical Processes in West Africa.

Symposium (15th October, 2008): Nominated to attend Symposium of the World Food Day to represent the Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR) Ahmadu Bello University Zaria at Abuja.

Conference (17th - 22nd February, 2002): Participated Irrigation Development Conference Organized By Federal Ministry of Water Resources and International Centre for Management and Informatics (ICEMIS).

Workshop (28th June - 2nd July 2021): Attended and Participated in the workshop on Strategic Governance of Universities for Global Relevance at Cambridge, United Kingdom.

Workshop (29th - 31st May 2019): Participated in the Continental SAFE Technical Workshop at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Conference (28th - 29th November, 2016): Invited to Attend College of Research Associate Conference at Accra, Ghana.

Workshop (30th March - 6th April, 2016): Participated in the workshop on Entrepreneurship for Scientists and Engineers from Developing Countries.

World Congress (8th -13th June, 2014): Attended the 20th World Congress of Soil Science (20wcss) at Jeju, South Korea

Conference (10th - 14th October 2011): Participated in a conference on Nano-Bio-Med at the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICT) Trieste, Italy.

Conference (1st-3rd March,2011): Participated at the Alumni Enrichment Conference at Nairobi-Kenya.