President Buhari Greets Eminent Scholar, Prof Seth Sunday Ajayi At 80

President Muhammadu Buhari has rejoiced with renowned conservationist and environmental sustainability scholar, Professor Emeritus, Seth Sunday Ajayi, on his 80th birthday, May 16, 2023, appreciating his efforts in making the world a healthier place by respecting nature.

 

The President joined family, friends, and professional colleagues of the revered scholar in celebrating the milestone, with a noble profile of being the first African Professor of Wildlife Conservation in 1980 at the University of Ibadan, creating the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Management, and becoming the pioneer Dean, College of Environmental Resources Management, University of Agriculture, Abeokuta.

 

President Buhari noted the contributions of Prof. Ajayi in the educational development of the country, particularly providing leadership for the Expert Group that produced the Action Plan for Conservation of Renewable Natural Resources in Nigeria, and advocating for more enlightenment and inclusion of rural dwellers in conservation and environmental sustainability.

 

As the scholar turns an octogenarian, the President affirmed that his research and publications will be relevant, especially as world learners pick more interest in conservation and sustainability.

 

President Buhari prayed for more strength for the scholar.