Last Updated on October 20, 2026 by Olasunkanmi Olajide

… Fisheries Experts, Researchers to Converge on Campus October 26–30

By Femi Dansu

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to welcome fisheries professionals, researchers and other industry stakeholders as it hosts the 41st Annual Conference and General Meeting of the Fisheries Society of Nigeria (FISON) from October 26 to 30, 2026.

The conference, which would take place at the Professor Oluwafemi Olaiya Balogun Ceremonial Building, would also utilise the Red Chamber for some of its scheduled activities.

The gathering is expected to provide a strategic platform for experts and practitioners to exchange research findings, share professional experiences and deliberate on emerging developments in the fisheries sector.

Discussions are also expected to explore innovative approaches to strengthening fisheries development, advancing research and promoting sustainable practices capable of contributing to food security and the conservation of aquatic resources.

The event is also expected to enhance professional collaboration, encourage knowledge transfer and strengthen partnerships among academia, industry practitioners and other stakeholders working towards the growth and sustainability of Nigeria’s fisheries sector.

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