Glytabs October 2025 Newsletter
Glytabs Consulting, Helen Keller Intl, & CAFSANI Champion Nutrition Advocacy and Innovation at the 49th NIFST Conference..
Theme of the Conference: Next Generation Food Science and Technology Solutions for Nation Building
Thikrat O. Ayodele (2nd Left) presented on behalf of Glytabs Consulting Ltd, with the Lead/CEO of Glytabs Consulting Ltd & President/CEO of CAFSANI, Prof. Olugbenga Ogunmoyela in attendance, alongside the Helen Keller Int’l Fortification Project team at the 49th Annual Conference and General Meeting of the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST), tagged ISOKAN 2025.
The five-day event, held from October 20-24, 2025, in the Main Hall of De Peace Hotels, Ilorin, Kwara State, brought together stakeholders from academia, industry, government, and international development organizations to explore cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of food science and technology in Nigeria. The opening ceremony featured a welcome address by the NIFST President, Dr. Bola Osinowo, and a keynote address by Prof. Folake Hanshaw of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, (FUNAAB), setting the tone for robust discussions throughout the week.
Glytabs Consulting Ltd/CAFSANI made a significant contribution through the plenary session jointly hosted with Helen Keller, titled “Large-Scale Food Fortification as a Next-Generation Technology Solution for Nutrition and Nation Building.” The session featured Dr. Augustine Okoruwa, Mr. Chukwuma Anene, and Mrs. Faith Ishaya-Nyam from Helen Keller Int’l. The team enlightened participants on the progress so far made in Large-Scale Food Fortification (LSFF), highlighting as well the existing gaps and challenges in implementation. Key recommendations shared included exploring new fortification vehicles such as bouillon, fostering strategic collaboration among stakeholders, encouraging greater government commitment to consumer awareness, and strengthening laboratory capacity for effective monitoring and quality assurance. Discussions underscored the vital role of LSFF in addressing micronutrient deficiencies and driving improved nutrition outcomes nationwide.
Some of the other notable sessions included:
- Revolutionizing Nigeria’s Food Systems through Biotechnology for Improved Public Health
- Blockchain Technology and Food Quality Assurance: Novel Approaches for Food Supply Chain Management
- A Panel Discussion session on “Strengthening Public-Private Partnerships in Nigeria’s Food Processing Sector “ led by Prof. Olugbenga Ogunmoyela, and,
- A Special Presentation Session by Prof Taofeek Shittu, FUNAAB, on Progress made so far towards Commercialization of Egg Powder Production Project
The conference concluded with NIFST’s Annual General Meeting and induction of new members, marking another milestone in fostering collaboration and professional development within Nigeria’s Food Science community.
For Glytabs Consulting Limited, participation in the conference with our CAFSANI and Helen Keller Int’l colleagues reaffirmed our commitment to driving evidence-based advocacy, promoting public awareness, and advancing policies that ensure safer and more nutritious food for all Nigerians. We remain steadfast in our dedication to supporting innovation, fostering strategic partnerships, and contributing to the growth of the food industry as a catalyst for national development.
Leave a Reply