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About Our Editorial Board

The Editorial Board of the Nigerian Journal of Soil Science consists of distinguished scholars and researchers with expertise in various aspects of soil science. The board plays a crucial role in maintaining the academic integrity and scientific quality of our journal.

Our editorial team works diligently to ensure that published articles meet the highest standards of scientific rigor and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of soil science knowledge in Nigeria and beyond.

Editorial Team

Editorial Board Members

Professor Nafiu Abdu

Editor-in-Chief
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria

Professor Jamiu Oladipupu Azeez

Deputy Editor in Chief
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta

Dr. Bello Shehu Muhammad

Managing Editor
Bayero university, Kano

Dr. Akinmutimi Abiola Lucia

Assistant Editor
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Nigeria

Dr. Dorcas Tinuka Ezekiel-Adewoyin

Assistant Editor
Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria

Dr. Kofi Atiah

Assistant Editor
University of Cape Coast, Ghana

Dr. Obiageli Patience Umeugochukwu

Assistant Editor
Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria

Dr. Solomon Rejoice Ibrahim

Assistant Editor
Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola, Nigeria

Dr. Sunday Obalum Sunday Ewele

Assistant Editor
University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria

Dr. Temitope Seun Babalola

Assistant Editor
Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Nigeria

Professor Amba Ambrose Adze

Assistant Editor
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Nigeria

Professor Effiom Essien Oku

Assistant Editor
Nigeria Meteorological Agency, Abuja

Professor Musa Audu

Assistant Editor
Usmanu Danfodiyo University

Professor Obianuju Adaobi Orji

Assistant Editor
Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Nigeria

Professor Olanrewaju Salimon Bello

Assistant Editor
University of Calabar, Nigeria

Professor Ya’u Sulaiman Lawan

Assistant Editor
Ahmadu Bello University

Editorial Board Responsibilities

The Editorial Board of the Nigerian Journal of Soil Science plays a crucial role in maintaining the academic integrity and scientific quality of the journal. The board's responsibilities include:

  • Setting the strategic direction and scope of the journal
  • Establishing and enforcing publication policies and ethical standards
  • Overseeing the peer review process
  • Making final decisions on manuscript acceptance
  • Promoting the journal within the scientific community
  • Identifying emerging topics and trends in soil science
  • Ensuring timely publication of accepted manuscripts
  • Enhancing the journal's visibility and impact

Peer Review Process

Our editorial board oversees a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure that only high-quality research meeting our scientific standards is published. Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two expert reviewers in the field, with final decisions made by the editorial board based on these reviews.

This process ensures transparency, fairness, and maintains the highest standards of scientific integrity in our publications.

Interested in Joining Our Editorial Board?

We welcome distinguished scholars with expertise in soil science and related fields to express their interest in joining our editorial board. Board members typically serve a term of three years and contribute to the growth and development of the journal.

Contact the Editor-in-Chief