HND I SLT Biology/Microbiology Students’ Educational Field Trip to IITA

by | Jul 15, 2026 | HND SLT Biology/Microbiology (Option) | 10 comments

Thirty-one HND I students (FT, DPT, and WPT) of the Science Laboratory Technology (Biology/Microbiology Option) participated in an educational field trip to the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan. The students visited the IITA Forest Reserve, the Nematology/Striga Unit, the Bioscience Centre, and the Regional Hub for Fertilizer and Soil Health for West Africa and the Sahel.

The excursion provided an enlightening and eye-opening learning experience, exposing students to modern research facilities and practical applications of microbiology, agriculture, and environmental science.

The department sincerely appreciates the Chairperson of the Field Trip Committee, Miss Mathew, B. K., for her dedication, as well as the committee members, Mr. Victor Omoleye and Mrs. J. C. Okorafor, for their invaluable support in making the trip a success.

Attached are highlights in pictures and videos.

Join the College next session and experience this unique blend of classroom learning and hands-on exposure.

MCB student visit to IITA Ibadan
MCB student visit to IITA Ibadan. picture of the whole crew in their lab coats
MCB student visit to IITA Ibadan

Posted By Oluwasanmi Odeyemi

Published on July 15, 2026

10 Comments

  1. Olufunmilayo Olamide Salami

    So enlightening and eye opening

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    • Fasuyi Joshua Promise

      Impressive ⚡️🥀

      Reply
  2. OYEKANMI BOLUWATIFE RUTH

    Microbiology ( WPT)

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  3. Olawale Precious Daramola

    The visit to the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) was highly informative and worthwhile. It provided practical exposure to modern agricultural research, laboratory techniques, and crop improvement technologies and it really fun and interesting

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    • Judith Okorafor

      The visit to IITA was a memorable learning experience for staff and students alike. It expanded our knowledge, stimulated our curiosity, and reinforced the importance of research and innovation in solving societal challenges. Thanks to IITA for having us.

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  4. Peter Odion Esanmah

    Nice one Biology and Microbiology Option

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  5. Koyejo Temilade Esther

    It was highly educative and memorable

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  6. Adekunle Treasure.O

    It was a wonderful experience

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  7. Nimatallahi Murtadho

    A trip to IITA was an amazing one and educative. I gained so much and learnt a lot from the trip. All thanks to our HOD and the entire lecturers , we really appreciate you for given us the opportunity 🙏

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  8. Adeize Victoria Faith

    The field trip to IITA was very educational and insightful. It gave me practical exposure to modern laboratory techniques and agricultural research. I learned a lot from the experience.

    Reply

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