Food Security: Unlocking Solutions with Digital Technologies – NSE
The engineers in Nigeria, through the support of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), have stated that the nation’s current food security issues might be addressed by utilizing digital technologies.
During her address at the third annual Engineer Lanre Sagaya Distinguished Lecture held by the NSE, Ilorin chapter, on Tuesday, with the theme “Addressing Food Security in Nigeria Through Digital Infrastructure: Prospects, Challenges and Way Forward,” Engineer Margaret Aina Oguntala, who serves as the President and Chairman-in-Council of the organization, highlighted how embracing digital technology could open up fresh avenues for expanding agriculture, optimizing distribution networks, and guaranteeing that food supplies reach all parts of the country.
The president of NSE mentioned that the topic of the lecture could not be timelier or more important, emphasizing that the matter of food security has become even more urgent amidst the worldwide economic downturn.
We can’t overlook the reality that food security stands as an essential cornerstone of national progress, and as engineers, it falls upon us to offer cutting-edge solutions to address this issue. The digital framework holds the power to revolutionize how we handle food production, distribution, and usage within Nigeria.
Through the use of digital technologies, we can uncover fresh chances for expanding agriculture, simplify logistics processes, and guarantee that sustenance arrives at all parts of our country.
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The guest lecturer, Engineer Dr. Umar Bindir—a previous advisor to President Muhammadu Buhari—stated that achieving food security involves leveraging technology, skill, and information to produce sufficient quantities of high-quality food items for the public at reasonable costs.
Bindir further stated that the country needs to enhance its dedication to ensuring food security, emphasizing that this objective will be met when scientists, experts, agricultural entrepreneurs, and various professionals collaborate to generate sufficient quantities of both plant-based and livestock-derived food for the population.
Additionally, the Chairman of the NSE, Ilorin chapter, Engineer Dr. Olusola Ogunjirin, stated that the yearly event known as the Distinguished Lecture Series functions as an essential forum for intellectual discussions, exchange of knowledge, and strengthening collaborations between engineers, policy makers, and sector heads.
“Every year, this lecture offers us crucial perspectives on current engineering difficulties and advancements that propel our nation’s progress,” he stated.
Dr. Ogunjirin said that the event was not just a lecture but a celebration of excellence, professionalism, and the remarkable contributions of Engineer Sagaya to the field of engineering and national development.
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