VICE-CHANCELLOR of Joseph Ayo Babalola University, JABU, Ikeji Arakeji, Ilesha, Osun State, Professor Sola Fajana, has called for more research on biotechnology to boost national development, saying the very essence of humanity depends on it.

Speaking at the 24th annual conference of Biotechnology Society of Nigeria, BSN, Prof Fajana stressed the importance of Biotechnology as one of the focal points which could act as a driving force to push JABU to the next level.

In an address, the Director-General of National Biotechnology Development Agency, NABDA, Professor B.O. Solomon, said that Biotechnology had potentials to contribute to the eradication of hunger and ensure food security, provide affordable healthcare delivery service, create employment and enhance national development and wealth creation in Nigeria.

According to him, the Agency was established by the Federal Government on 23rd April, 2001 to ensure profitable application of Biotechnology in health services, food security, industrial growth, environmental safety and protection among others.