About Us

Vision

The vision of the Department is to be a world class Department with a difference through outstanding researches and community development service.

Mission

The mission is to produce human resources that will contribute positively and significantly to the betterment of the scientific environment

Aims and Objectives

The aim is to prepare students for productive and fulfilling lives and for higher degrees in Plant Biology.

The major objectives of this programme are to:

1. acquaint undergraduates with a broad knowledge in Plant Biology;train graduate students in different areas of Plant Biology to become specialists and planners in the frontiers of the science of plant biology such as in the conservation and bio-diversity sectors, and to prepare them for graduate and professional studies in the plant sciences at the molecular level;
2. satisfy the manpower needs of the various sectors of the economy of the developing Nigeria nation and other nations;
3. satisfy the yearnings and aspirations of prospective students for academic, professional and entrepreneurial pursuits; and
4. be able to utilize fully, the expertise of the various specialists and facilities.