OFABNigeria
Open Forum on Agricultural Biotechnology in Africa (Nigeria Chapter)
OFAB is an Informative platform that brings together stakeholders in the field of Biotechnology and the public as a whole to enable interactions, sharing and exchange of knowledge, experiences, contacts and exploring new avenues of bringing the benefits of biotechnology to Agricultural sector. And on 9 April, 2009, AATF in partnership with the National Biotechnology Development Agency(NABDA) and Agricultural Research Council (ARCN), launched OFAB-Nigeria Chapter with a mission to enhance knowledge sharing and awareness on agricultural biotechnology that would raise understanding and appreciation of the technology
Mission
To enhance knowledge sharing and awareness on agricultural biotechnology that would raise understanding and appreciation of the technology and contribute to building an enabling environment for informed and timely decision-making.
Vision
A food secure Africa where agricultural biotechnology is making significant contributions.
Dr. Rose Gidado, Country Director OFAB Nigerian Chapter.
OFAB Nigeria Key Achievements
Increasing awareness and understanding of modern biotechnology
OFAB-Nigeria developed a three-pronged approach that has been very successful in creating and increasing awareness, and in information and knowledge sharing in Nigeria (Figure 1) reaching out to over 6,000 stakeholders.
Objectives
OFAB Four Main Objectives
Awareness
Establish and manage a range of platforms to enhance understanding of biotechnology in agricultural productivity.
Policy
Inform policy decision making processes on matters of agricultural biotechnology through provision of factual, well researched and scientific information.
Alliance
Forge strategic alliances for optimization of resources through convening encouraging inter-institutional networking and knowledge sharing in the agricultural biotechnology sector.
Capacity Building
iv. Enhance targeted capacity strengthening that will improve communication across all biotech sectors interested in Africa.
Target Regions of OFAB-Nigeria
