Forest Resources Management
Advancing sustainable forest production, environmental stewardship, research, and practical forestry education for globally competitive graduates equipped to meet present and future ecological challenges.
Building capacity for forest science, ecosystem management, conservation, and sustainable resource utilisation in Nigeria and beyond.
Rooted in sustainability, built for environmental impact
The Department of Forest Resources Management is positioned to train forestry professionals who can respond to environmental challenges through sustainable forest production, responsible utilisation, and sound ecosystem management.
What makes the department different
The department goes beyond the old sustained-yield approach and embraces a broader view of forest science that includes ecosystem services, conservation, climate concerns, forest utilisation, and practical solutions to real environmental problems.
Mission
To produce competent graduates in forest science, support wealth creation through responsible use of forest resources, engage the changing world through sustainable forest production and utilisation, and serve as a bridge for forestry stakeholders through advocacy and practical knowledge.
Vision
To build a department that stands as a centre of excellence for teaching and research in forest science and environmental management in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Focused professional training in forestry management
The department currently offers a programme structured to prepare students for forestry practice, sustainable resource management, environmental stewardship, and professional relevance in a changing world.
Forestry Management
A discipline-centred programme designed to build knowledge and competence in forest production, utilisation, ecosystem sustainability, conservation, and environmental management.
Practical research around forests, climate and conservation
The department’s research orientation is built around sustainability, resource utilisation, ecological integrity, and environmental problem-solving.
Forest Production
Forest Utilisation
Forest & Climate Change
Conservation
Data Management
Ecosystem Services
Supportive spaces for learning, research and field-based growth
A setting that supports development
The college environment continues to benefit from physical development such as roads, classroom spaces, laboratories, ICT facilities, library infrastructure, sports facilities, and farm structures that support teaching and research activities.
Growing knowledge beyond the classroom
The department contributes to community empowerment by sensitising young foresters on better ways to produce seedlings and economic trees for commercial purposes, while also promoting sustainable forestry awareness and practical engagement.
