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FUOYE Academic Staff Profile
Prof. Oladimeji Bolaji ADENIJI
Professor
Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, Faculty of Agriculture
Area of Specialization: Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
Biography
Prof. Oladimeji Bolaji Adeniji is a Professor and academic researcher with extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership within the university system. His scholarly work focuses on the application of data-driven approaches, digital tools, and innovative methodologies to improve learning, research, and institutional decision-making.
He has contributed to academic knowledge through research, supervision of students, B.Agric, MSc, PhD and participation in professional and scholarly activities. Prof. Adeniji is actively involved in curriculum development, capacity building, and the use of digital platforms for teaching, research, and data analysis. His work reflects a strong commitment to academic excellence, evidence-based practice, and the advancement of higher education.
Prof. Adeniji remains engaged in interdisciplinary collaboration and continues to support initiatives that strengthen research quality, digital literacy, and educational innovation within the university and beyond. He was Head of Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension 2016-2019 and Dean, Faculty of Agriculture FUOYE 2019-2023.
Research Interests
Agricultural Extension • Rural Development • Community Development • Rural Sociology • Development Communication • Technology Adoption • Livelihood Studies • Gender Studies • Agricultural Policy • Rural Poverty • Food Security • Agricultural Innovation Systems • Sustainable Development
Qualifications
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| PhD Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology | Ahmadu Bello University Zaria | 2002 |
Professional Qualification
Virtual Institute for capacity Building in Higher Education /NUC
Virtual Institute for capacity Building in Higher Education /NUC
Virtual Institute for capacity Building in Higher Education /NUC
Virtual Institute for capacity Building in Higher Education /NUC
Grants
Agric. Research Council of Nigeria
HORIZON 2020
Membership of Professional Bodies
Member
Secretary General
Member
Secretary General
Charter Member 0082
Charter Member
Postgraduate Ph.D Supervision
Impact of Training the Trainers’ Programme and adoption of improved rice production packages in North Central, Nigeria.
. Evaluation of effects of socio-economic factors on adoption of new production technologies by fish farmers in North Central, Nigeria
Assessment of farmers’ response to demand-driven extension services: A case study of Contact Farmers in Niger State. Nigeria.
Analysis of spatial and temporal pricing efficiency in rice marketing in Niger and Kwara state Nigeria
. Comparative assessment of the impact of public and private extension services on food security in the South-South, Nigeria
Factors influencing the adoption of improved aquaculture technologies in Kainji Lake Basin, Nigeria. Co Supervisor.
Effect of urea deep placement technology in enhancing paddy grain yield of Rice farmers in North Central ,Nigeria.
Effect of social capital among fisherfolk in Kainji basin of Niger and Kebbi States of Nigeria
Impact of animal traction on food security among small holders in North western Nigeria
Effectiveness of Agro-dealers services on farmers access to agricultural input under Growth enhancement Scheme (GESS) in SouthWest,Nigeria
Indegenous Technology Utilization for mitigating climate change among small HoldersArable crop farmers in South-west Nigeria.
Effects of Fuel subsidy Removal on Rural Household Food Security in Southwest Nigeria (ONGOING)
Assessment of utilization of Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato products among rural households in Ekiti amd Kwara state, nigeria
Assessment of Climate smart Agricultural Practices in Enhancing Climate Resilence and Agriculural sustainability among arable crop farmers
IMPACT OF LEVENTIS FOUNDATION AGRICULTURAL TRAINING ON LIVELIHOOD OUTCOMES OF TRAINED FARMERS IN NIGERIA (2013; 2017 - 2025)
Postgraduate M.Sc Supervision
Assessment of Arable Crop farmers perception towards organic farming practices in Ondo State,Nigeria
Involvement of selected arable crop farmers in Agroforestry practices in Ekiti State,Nigeria
Effect of Agricultural cooperative Society on yam farmers production and income in Ekiti State .
Assessment of the utilization of indigenous farming practices among maize farmers in Ondo State
Effect of Conditional Cash Transfer Programme on Poverty Alleviation among rural Women in Kogi State
Assessment of Shea Butter processing activities of rural women in Niger State, Nigeria.
Assessment of women involvement in Agricultural activities in Kuje and Abuja councils of Federal Capital Territory,Abuja Nigeria.
Adoption of improved processing technologies among women rice farmers in Minna Metropolis, Niger State, Nigeria
An assessment of improved Shea Butter processing technologies in Niger State, Nigeria
Factors affecting adoption of improved rice production technologies among farmers in Agricultural zone 1Niger state ,Nigeria
Factors affecting job performance of female extension agents in Niger state Agricultural Development Project in Niger State,Nigera.
Small scale farmers perception of Effects of HIV/AIDS on agricultural activities in Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
Perceived effect of climate change on rice production in Kwara State,Nigeria
Analysis of gender participation in cassava processing in rural areas of Kogi State, Nigeria
Undergraduate Project Supervision
Adoption of Improved Practices for Cocoa Production in Ekiti State
Assessment of the Utilization of piggery Production Technologies among Rural farmers in Ogun State i
Adaptation of Rural Farmers to the Effect of Climate Change on Cassava Production in EKiti State
Evaluation of adoption of Cassava Production Technologies in Ikole Ekiti
Course Teaching
Extension Teaching & Communication
Rural Community Development
Extension Planning and Evaluation
Technological change in Rural Societies
Gender in Agriculture
Advanced Rural Sociology
Agricultural Communication
Teaching and communication (Undergraduate)
Introduction to Agricultural Extension(Undergraduate)
Rural Sociology
Professional Skill
Experience serving on academic and administrative committees, contributing to institutional policy formulation, quality assurance, and governance.
Extensive expertise in agricultural extension theory, practice, innovation systems, technology transfer, and advisory services.
Led and contributed to research and development initiatives focused on rural livelihoods, community development, poverty reduction, and sustainable agriculture.
Principal investigator and supervisor of numerous undergraduate, MSc, and PhD research projects with significant scholarly outputs
Designed monitoring frameworks, impact assessments, baseline studies, and evaluation systems for agricultural and development projects.
Strong integration of SDGs into teaching, research, community development, and institutional strategic planning.
Designed and reviewed undergraduate and postgraduate curricula aligned with NUC standards and international best practices.
Custom Fields
Post Graduate Coordinator FUTMINNA
2007-2011
Editor-in-Chief
Journal of Agriculture & Agricultural Technology
Editor -in-Chief
FUOYE Journal of Agriculture and Human Ecology 2016-Date
Head of Department
Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension FUOYE 2016-2019
Dean
Faculty of Agriculture 2019-2923
Member
Curriculum Committee of Senate
Member
Senate Estimate Committee
Chairman
Faculty of Agriculture Accreditation Committee
Chairman
Faculty of Agriculture Appointment and Promotion Committee
Chairman
Academic Staff of University FUT MINNA 2010-2012
External Examiner
University of Ilorin (UG &PG)
External Examiner
Federal University of Agriculture,Abeokuta (PG)
External Examiner
Ekiti State University Ado-Ekiti (PG)
External Examinner
Federal University of Technology Akure (UG &PG)
External Examiner
Federal University of Technology ,Minna (PG)
External Examiner
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Ogbomoso
Selected Publications
Training needs of Agro dealer in Southwest Nigeria
Authors: Bamigboye,O.T.,Adeniji,O.B. Fakayode,S.B. and Ogunjimi S.I
Journal of Agricultural Extension. 28 (1) 72-80.9 AESON) • 2024
Livelihood activities among rural households in Emure Local Government Area of Ekiti State.
Authors: Bamigboye,O.T., Adeniji,O.B, Ogunjimi,S.I and Adara ,C.T.
Nigeria Journal of Rural Sociology,21 (2), 36-39. (RUSAN) • 2021
Usage of demand-driven Extension by farmers in Agricultural Zones in Niger State, Nigeria
Authors: Umar, I.S.Olaleye, R.S. Adeniji, O.B.
Ethiopian Journal of Environmental Studies and Management Sciences (EJESM) 6(7):291-295. (ETHIOPIA • 2015
Economic analysis of small-scale Fish Farming in Niger State, Nigeria.
Authors: Adeniji,O.B.,Tsado,J.H and Tologbonse, M.O
FUOYE Journal of Agriculture and Human Ecology 1 (2):12-20. Published by Federal University Oye-Ekiti • 2015
Economic analysis of small-scale Fish Farming in Niger State, Nigeria
Authors: Adeniji, O.B.,Tsado,J.H and Tologbonse, M.O
FUOYE Journal of Agriculture and Human Ecology 1 (2):12-20. Published by Federal University Oye-Ekiti • 2015
Analysis of Marketing Margin of Yam in Selected Rural Areas of Niger State, Nigeria.
Authors: Adeniji, O.B. Adebayo, C.O.and Ajayi, O.P.
Basic Research Journal of Agricultural Science and Review 1(3), 58-62. • 2012
A review and Description of Rice Production and Adoption of Technological Packages in North Central Nigeria.
Authors: Tsado,J.H.,Adeniji,O.B., Olaleye,R.S. and Gana, A.S
Agricultural Economics and Extension Research Review 1(2),113-120.AJOL • 2012
Evaluation of the Access and Utilization of Information Communication Technology (ICT) Facilities Among Extension Officers in Shiroro Local Government Area, Niger State, Nigeria.
Authors: Tanko,L, Adeniji,O.B.and Nwachukwu, H
Journal of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development 5(1) 8-13 • 2012
Adoption of Quality Protein Maize among Farmers in Bosso Local Government Area, Niger State.
Authors: Adeniji,O.B.,Tsado, J.H.,Ojo,M.A. and Fadamitan,O.A
Journal of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology 3(1), 25-30 Federal University of Technology, Minna • 2012
A review and Description of Rice Production and Adoption of Technological Packages in North Central Nigeria.
Authors: Tsado,J.H.,Adeniji,O.B., Olaleye,R.S. and Gana, A.S
Agricultural Economics and Extension Research Review 1(2),113-120.AJOL • 2012
Performance of NGO ( Project YES) in Micro Credit Financing for Poverty Alleviation in Niger State .
Authors: Adeniji,O.B.,Tsado,J.H. and Abdulwahab R.A
Journal of Agriculture, Forestry and Social Sciences 12 (2),31-37 • 2012
Potentials of Information Communication Technologies for Poverty Alleviation and Food Security.
Authors: Adeniji, O.B.
Journal of Agricultural Extension 14 (2), 131-142 • 2010
Cost and Returns Analysis of Cotton Production in Katsina State
Authors: Adeniji, O.B. and A.J. Jirgi
Journal of Agriculture, Forestry and Social Sciences 8(1) ,61-70 • 2010
Economic Analysis of Cow Fattening in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State, Nigeria.
Authors: Umar, A.S.S., Alamu, J.F. and Adeniji, O.B.
Production Agriculture and Technology. 4 (1), 1-10 Nasarawa State University, Keffi • 2008
Assessment of the contribution of Bee Keeping Extension Society to the income of bee farmers in Kaduna state
Authors: Ebojei, G.O. Alamu, J.F and Adeniji, O.B
Production Agriculture and Technology. 4(1),28-37. Nasarawa State University, Keffi • 2008
Evaluation of Loan Disbursement and Repayment of Supervised Credit Scheme of Nigeria Agricultural Cooperative and Rural Development Bank in Zaria and Kaduna North LGA of Kaduna State
Authors: Adeniji, O.B. and Joshua,A.O
Journal of Agricultural and Social Research 8.(2), :119-126.South Africa • 2008
Constraints to Improved Cotton Production in Katsina State, Nigeria
Authors: Adeniji, O.B.
Journal of Applied Sciences 7 (12) : 1647-1651.SCOPUS • 2007
Adoption of improved Cotton Production Technologies in Katsina State, Nigeria.
Authors: Adeniji, O.B., J.P.Voh, T.K.Atala and A.O. Ogungbile
Journal of Applied Sciences 7 (3),:397-401.SCOPUS • 2007
Impact of Mass Media on Adoption of Agricultural Innovations in Kaduna State
Authors: Adeniji, O.B. and L.A. Ega
Journal of Agriculture, Forestry and the Social Sciences 4, (1),89-98. .(JOAFSS) University of Benin • 2006
Factors Influencing Adoption of Cotton Production Packages in Katsina State, Nigeria.
Authors: Adeniji,O.B., J.P.Voh, and A.O Ogungbile
Journal of Agriculture and Social Research 5, (2), 92-99.South Africa • 2005
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