The Federal Government has called on members of the Governing Council of the Nigeria Institute of Soil Science, NISS to encourage technical cooperation on soil extension services in the nation.
Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Muhammad Nanono, made the call in a statement by the ministry’s Deputy Director, Information, Eno Olotu in Abuja.
Nanono, who was represented by the Director, Human Resource Department in the ministry, Abba Abdullahi, made the call at the inauguration of members of the newly reconstituted Governing Council of the NISS. He also urged the Council to brace up towards development of the agricultural sector, noting that their appointments were clear indication of their hardwork, dedication, expertise and experience which would be brought to bear in the discharge of their duties in improving the Institute.
Chairman of the Governing Council, Ayoade Ogunkunle said the Council had worked assiduously in pursuing the mission of the institute which includes, regulating the practice of soil science in Nigeria and ensure high agricultural productivity, food security among others.
