In this timely and insightful episode of The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast, we sit down with Professor Olugbenga O. AdeOluwa, Professor of Soil Fertility and Organic Agriculture at the University of Ibadan and Coordinator of the Organic and Agroecology Initiative (ORAIN).

Titled “GMOs in Nigeria: Promise or Poison?”, this conversation explores one of the most important debates in Nigerian agriculture today.

Professor AdeOluwa breaks down the science behind genetically modified organisms - including transgenic, cisgenic, and gene-edited crops -and examines both the promised benefits and the key concerns surrounding their adoption in Nigeria.

The discussion covers potential health and environmental risks, issues of seed sovereignty, corporate influence, and the challenges of regulation and traceability in the Nigerian context.

He also shares practical alternatives, highlighting conventional breeding, marker-assisted selection, agroecology, and organic farming as sustainable pathways that prioritize soil health, biodiversity, and long-term food security.

Drawing from over two decades of research and advocacy, Professor AdeOluwa addresses common misconceptions about organic agriculture and offers clear recommendations for policymakers, farmers, and consumers who want safer, more resilient food systems.

Whether you support GMOs, have concerns, or are still forming your opinion, this episode provides balanced, evidence-based perspectives to help you think critically about the future of agriculture in Nigeria.

Key Topics Covered:

• The scientific differences between types of GMOs
• Health, environmental, and socioeconomic considerations
• Seed sovereignty and corporate control
• Regulatory and infrastructural challenges in Nigeria
• Why agroecology and organic farming matter
• Practical actions for individuals and policymakers

Listen now and join the conversation.

What are your thoughts on GMOs in Nigeria? Leave your opionion in the comments. We'd love to hear from you.

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