The Nigerian Institute of Animal Science (NIAS) is stepping up efforts to advance sustainable livestock production, with Principal Animal Scientist Dr Reuben Adejumo leading initiatives in innovation, regulation and global engagement. With expertise in animal nutrition and sustainable poultry systems, Adejumo is recognised for his role in improving animal science and food security in Africa and beyond.

Dr. Reuben Adejumo, an acclaimed expert in animal nutrition and sustainable poultry systems, is charting a path of innovation, scientific leadership, and global engagement in the field of livestock development. With a proven track record in academic research, regulatory advancement, and industry transformation, Adejumo is widely recognized for his contributions to animal science and food security in Africa and beyond.

As a Principal Animal Scientist at the Nigerian Institute of Animal Science (NIAS), Dr. Adejumo has played a pivotal role in developing regulatory frameworks for livestock production, input quality, and feed safety. He has contributed to national policy initiatives targeting climate-smart livestock practices, and his efforts have directly influenced standards adopted by stakeholders across the West African livestock sector. His work bridges the gap between research, regulation, and real-world implementation, ensuring that science serves both industry growth and public interest.

A firm believer in environmental stewardship and animal welfare, Adejumo’s innovations align with global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from livestock operations, improve animal protein availability, and promote biosecurity in food production. His expertise has positioned him as a technical leader in Africa’s push toward resilient, data-driven, and ethical animal husbandry systems.

Beyond his technical roles, Dr. Adejumo is a dedicated mentor, speaker, and advocate for professional excellence. He is a proud member of several esteemed professional organizations, including the Nigerian Institute of Animal Science, British Society of Animal Science, Poultry Science Association (USA), and the World’s Poultry Science Association. These affiliations reflect his ongoing commitment to global collaboration and knowledge sharing in animal agriculture.

In 2024 and 2025, Adejumo represented Nigeria at the International Poultry Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta, Georgia, where he engaged with global leaders in the poultry industry on themes of innovation, food safety, and sustainability. His presence on such platforms underscores his status as an emerging global voice in livestock systems transformation.

Dr. Adejumo’s mission is deeply rooted in scientific integrity, youth capacity building, and regulatory excellence. He is driven by a vision to create a future where animal agriculture is nutritionally sound, environmentally responsible, and economically empowering, especially for smallholder farmers and emerging nations. His career stands as a beacon of what is possible when homegrown innovation meets international collaboration.

With a solid foundation in academic distinction, policy influence, and a passion for community impact, Dr Reuben Adejumo is leading the way in redefining livestock science for a better, more sustainable world..

NIAS said its current focus includes strengthening livestock policies, promoting adoption of sustainable practices among farmers, and increasing collaboration with international partners to improve food safety, productivity and resilience in the sector.