ADAN 2026
Inclusive Education, Society and Development:
Pathways for Building Resilient Food Systems
Building Resilient
Food Systems Together
The Association of Deans of Agriculture in Nigeria Universities (ADAN), in collaboration with the University of Port Harcourt, presents its 10th Annual Conference and 69th AGM with the theme "Inclusive Education, Society and Development: Pathways for Building Resilient Food Systems."
The conference brings together researchers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders to address critical challenges facing agrifood systems — focusing on practical solutions through digital innovation, entrepreneurship, and value chain development.
Chief Host
Prof. Owunari Abraham Georgewill
Vice Chancellor, University of Port Harcourt
Host
Prof. Nene A. Jamabo
Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, UniPort
President, ADAN
Prof. Olumuyiwa J. Jayeoba
+234 803 366 8166
University of Port Harcourt
Federal University of Environment and Technology
Rivers State University
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
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RUFORUM
Mastercard FoundationExplore Our Research Tracks
Submit your research under any of these five transformative sub-themes shaping the future of agriculture in Nigeria and beyond.
Inclusive Agricultural Curricula and 21st Century Skills
Transforming agricultural education through modern, inclusive curricula that equip graduates with future-ready competencies.
Gender, Youth and Disability in Research and Extension
Advancing equitable participation of women, youth, and differently abled persons in agricultural research and extension.
Digital and Climate-Smart Innovations for Food Systems
Leveraging technology and AI-driven solutions for climate-resilient, sustainable agricultural production systems.
Inclusive Agribusiness, Finance and Market Access
Creating sustainable pathways for financial inclusion of smallholder farmers to access finance, markets, and maintain profitable agribusiness opportunities.
Policy and Partnerships for Agricultural Transformation
Building multi-stakeholder coalitions and evidence-based policy frameworks for agricultural system transformation.
Who Can Attend?
ADAN 2026 brings together a diverse, interdisciplinary audience from across the agricultural spectrum, including experts, practitioners, and organizations:
Scientists & Researchers
Agronomists, Soil/Animal/Food/Fishery Scientists, Chemists, Biotechnologists, and Researchers.
Industry Practitioners
Farmers, Aquaculturists, Extension Workers, and Crop Protectionists.
Policy & Administration
Policy Makers, Agricultural Extensionists and Administrators, and Agricultural Economists.
Institutions & Organizations
Private and Public Institutions, Environmentalists, and Forestry and Wildlife Scientists.
👥 Important Notice: Complete descriptions of agricultural sub-tracks, professional requirements, and targeted categories are detailed in our brochure.
View Detailed Attendee Requirements →Distinguished Speakers
Our keynote presenters represent the highest levels of policy leadership and academic excellence — from government ministers to global researchers pioneering climate-smart innovations.
Prof. Patrick Okori
Executive Secretary, RUFORUM
Prof. Owunari A. Georgewill
Vice Chancellor, University of Port Harcourt
Prof. Nene A. Jamabo
Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, UniPort
Prof. Adedapo A. Aiyeloja
Chairman, LOC
Prof. Olufemi M. Adesope
Chairman, Technical Scientific Committee
Prof. Olumuyiwa J. Jayeoba
President, ADAN
Important Dates
Conference Programme
Your roadmap to five days of transformative discussions, research presentations, and collaborative exchanges.
Registration
Introduction and Recognitions
National and UniPort Anthems
Opening Remarks & Declaration by VC, Prof. Chike Princewill Chike
Welcome Address by Host, Prof. Nene A. Jamabo (Dean, Faculty of Agriculture)
Speech by Chairperson, Board of Trustees, Prof. M.F. David-Abraham
Address by President, ADAN, Prof. Olumuyiwa J. Jayeoba
Goodwill Messages by NUC Representative & FMAFS
Keynote Address by Executive Secretary, RUFORUM, Prof. Patrick Okori
Guest Lecture 1 by President, NACC, Sheriff Balogun
Command Performance by UniPort Theatre
Guest Lecture 2 by VC, UNITE Uganda, Prof. Betty Agnes Akullu Ezati
Presentation of Awards (Leadership & Academic Excellence)
Official Launching of ADAN Journal
Tea / Coffee Break
Plenary: Higher Education Reforms — Towards Competence-Based Education & Training (CBET)
Vote of Thanks by LOC Chairman, Prof. A.A. Aiyeloja
Group Photograph & Lunch Break
Institutional Readiness Self-Assessment & Breakout Groups
Conference Registration
Standard rates apply. The early bird registration period ended on June 26, 2026.
Member
- Conference bag & materials
- All technical sessions
- Tea break & lunch
- Certificate of participation
Non-Member
- Conference bag & materials
- All technical sessions
- Tea break & lunch
- Certificate of participation
- ADAN membership info
Undergraduate
- Student badge
- All technical sessions
- Tea break & lunch
- Certificate of participation
Postgraduate
- Student badge
- All technical sessions
- Tea break & lunch
- Certificate of participation
- Poster session access
International
- Conference bag & materials
- All technical sessions
- Tea break & lunch
- Certificate of participation
- Networking dinner
📄 Publication Charges: ₦5,000 per manuscript (payable with registration)
🏛️ Annual University Dues: ₦100,000
CBN Centre of Excellence
The CBN Centre of Excellence Main Auditorium at the University of Port Harcourt is a premier academic venue featuring modern facilities and advanced technology infrastructure. Located within the university campus in Choba, Rivers State, it provides an ideal setting for international conferences.
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🏨 Exhaustive Room Options & Special Rates: Detailed room-by-room rate catalogs (including Old/New wing specifics, executive options, and Alexa suites) are fully outlined.
View Full Room Rates & Booking Contacts →Submit Your Research
Members and non-members, as well as experts and development partners within and outside Nigeria, are invited to submit well-researched papers under any of the five sub-themes. Papers should be written in English, MS Word format, Times New Roman font size 12, not exceeding 4 pages.
Manuscript Guidelines
All submitted papers must not be under consideration for publication elsewhere and must follow the official layout:
Format & Size
Microsoft Word format (.doc/.docx), Times New Roman font type, font size 12, single line spacing on A4 size with 2.5 cm margins on all sides.
Length & Abstract
Maximum of four (4) pages. Submissions must include a well-written abstract strictly limited to 200 words.
Structure & Style
Broken down into Abstract, Introduction, Materials and Methods (Methodology), Results and Discussions, Conclusion and Recommendation, Acknowledgement (if any), and references in APA style.
Presentation Rules
Authors of accepted papers must register and prepare PowerPoint presentations. Prepared slides must be sent before the conference. Presentation by proxy is strictly prohibited.
Advertisements & Exhibitions
Promote your services, technologies, or products inside the official booklet or book a physical stand:
| Sponsorship / Media Placement | Price Stand |
|---|---|
| Products Exhibition Stand | ₦150,000.00 |
| Front or Back Cover (Booklet) | ₦150,000.00 |
| Front Cover Inside (Full Page) | ₦145,000.00 |
| Front Cover Inside (Half Page) | ₦130,000.00 |
| Centre Spread (Priority Stand eligibility) | ₦250,000.00 |
| Inside (Full Page) | ₦145,000.00 |
| Inside (Half Page) | ₦130,000.00 |
| Goodwill Message (400 words max) | ₦50,000.00 |
Companies and organizations that apply for a Centre Spread placement in the booklet will be given automatic priority consideration for physical exhibition stands.
Technical Presentations
ADAN 2026 features dedicated technical presentation sessions in collaboration with these leading global networks:
Local Organizing Committee
For papers, registrations, bookings, or sponsorship enquiries, contact our LOC heads directly:
Prof. Adedapo A. Aiyeloja
Chairman, Local Organizing Committee
Prof. Olufemi M. Adesope
Chairman, Technical Scientific Sub-Committee
Dr. Davies I. Chris
Secretary, Local Organizing Committee
Prof. Adanna Henri-Ukoha
Chairperson, Welfare & Logistics Sub-Committee
Prof. Olumuyiwa J. Jayeoba
President, ADAN
Have General Enquiries?
Send an email to our official conference address for support and confirmations
adangardencity2026@gmail.com
ADAN 2026 CONFERENCE PROGRAMME
10th Annual Conference & 69th Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Theme: Inclusive Education, Society and Development: Pathways for Building Resilient Food Systems
July 20 — 24, 2026 | University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Day 1: Monday, July 20 — Arrivals & Agenda Setting
| Time | Type | Session / Event Title |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 AM – 06:00 PM | registration | Arrivals & Registration |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | ceremony | Visit to Vice Chancellor |
| 12:00 PM – 05:00 PM | plenary | Setting the Agenda |
Day 2: Tuesday, July 21 — Opening Ceremony & Plenary Sessions
| Time | Type | Session / Event Title |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 AM – 09:00 AM | registration | Registration |
| 09:00 AM – 09:15 AM | ceremony | Introduction and Recognitions |
| 09:15 AM – 09:30 AM | ceremony | National and UniPort Anthems |
| 09:30 AM – 09:40 AM | ceremony | Opening Remarks & Declaration by VC, Prof. Chike Princewill Chike |
| 09:40 AM – 09:45 AM | ceremony | Welcome Address by Host, Prof. Nene A. Jamabo (Dean, Faculty of Agriculture) |
| 09:45 AM – 09:50 AM | ceremony | Speech by Chairperson, Board of Trustees, Prof. M.F. David-Abraham |
| 09:50 AM – 09:55 AM | ceremony | Address by President, ADAN, Prof. Olumuyiwa J. Jayeoba |
| 09:55 AM – 10:00 AM | ceremony | Goodwill Messages by NUC Representative & FMAFS |
| 10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | keynote | Keynote Address by Executive Secretary, RUFORUM, Prof. Patrick Okori |
| 10:20 AM – 10:40 AM | plenary | Guest Lecture 1 by President, NACC, Sheriff Balogun |
| 10:40 AM – 10:50 AM | Command Performance by UniPort Theatre | |
| 10:50 AM – 11:10 AM | plenary | Guest Lecture 2 by VC, UNITE Uganda, Prof. Betty Agnes Akullu Ezati |
| 11:10 AM – 11:20 AM | ceremony | Presentation of Awards (Leadership & Academic Excellence) |
| 11:20 AM – 11:30 AM | ceremony | Official Launching of ADAN Journal |
| 11:30 AM – 11:45 AM | break | Tea / Coffee Break |
| 11:45 AM – 01:45 PM | plenary | Plenary: Higher Education Reforms — Towards Competence-Based Education & Training (CBET) |
| 01:45 PM – 01:50 PM | ceremony | Vote of Thanks by LOC Chairman, Prof. A.A. Aiyeloja |
| 01:50 PM – 02:50 PM | break | Group Photograph & Lunch Break |
| 02:50 PM – 03:50 PM | parallel | Institutional Readiness Self-Assessment & Breakout Groups |
Day 3: Wednesday, July 22 — CBET Transformation, Scientific Sessions & AGM
| Time | Type | Session / Event Title |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 AM – 08:45 AM | plenary | Recap of Day 1 & Agenda for Day 2 |
| 08:45 AM – 10:00 AM | plenary | Principles of Competence-Based Education & Training (CBET): From Inputs to Outcomes |
| 10:00 AM – 10:15 AM | break | Tea Break |
| 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM | parallel | Parallel Technical Scientific Presentations (Venues 1-4) & Quadruple-Helix Panel |
| 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM | plenary | Digital Transformation & AI Integration in Teaching, Learning & Assessment |
| 01:00 PM – 02:30 PM | break | Lunch Break |
| 02:30 PM – 03:00 PM | plenary | Day 2 Reflection and Synthesis |
| 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM | ADAN Annual General Meeting (AGM) |
Day 4: Thursday, July 23 — Governance, Quality Assurance, Financing & Closing
| Time | Type | Session / Event Title |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 AM – 08:45 AM | plenary | Recap of Day 2 & Agenda for Day 3 |
| 08:45 AM – 10:15 AM | plenary | University Governance & Leadership Selection for Reform-Ready Institutions |
| 10:15 AM – 10:30 AM | break | Tea Break |
| 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | plenary | Competence-Based Assessment, Accreditation & Quality Assurance under CCMAS |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | plenary | Sustainable Financing for Reform: Leveraging TETFund, NELFUND & IGR |
| 12:30 PM – 01:30 PM | break | Lunch Break |
| 01:30 PM – 02:30 PM | plenary | Academic Integrity in the Age of AI: Policy & Institutional Practice |
| 02:30 PM – 03:00 PM | plenary | Vice-Chancellors' Dialogue: Leading Institutional Change Management |
| 03:00 PM – 04:00 PM | parallel | Developing Institutional CBET Transition Roadmaps & Action Plans |
| 04:00 PM – 04:30 PM | ceremony | Closing Ceremony, Certification & Way Forward |
Day 5: Friday, July 24 — Departure
| Time | Type | Session / Event Title |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM | registration | Departure of Delegates |