NIFFRWelcome to National Institute for Freshwater Fisheries Research(NIFFR), New Bussa
Promoting the attainment of self-sufficiency in fish production for sustainable livelihood of fisherfolks, through rational exploitation of the inland aquatic resources of Nigeria.
Historical Background of National Institute for Freshwater Fisheries Research, New Bussa,
Brief background
National Institute for Freshwater Fisheries Research, New Bussa, was set up in 1968 as “The Kainji Lake Research Project” by the Federal Government of Nigeria with assistance from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) was the executing agency while the then Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources represented the Federal Government.
By 1975, FAO experts had formally withdrawn their participation and qualified Nigerians took over the mantle of leadership of what came to be known as Kainji Lake Research Institute.
At the initial stage, the mandate of the Institute was to carryout multidisciplinary activities on the Kainji and other man-made lakes in Nigeria in the following areas:-
Fisheries, Wildlife, Agriculture, Limnology, Public Health, Sociology, Economics and Range Management with the objective of making the research results available for the development of the country. Read more...
In 1987 the mandate changed to mono-commodity and research activities were centred in the following areas of Freshwater Fisheries and other Aquatic Resources such as:-
- Genetic improvement of freshwater fishes and other aquatic resources in rivers and lakes (natural and man-made).
- The abundance and distribution of freshwater fishes and other aquatic resources.
- Hydrological behaviour of natural and man-made lakes.
- Limnology of surface and ground water around natural and man-made lakes.
- Rational exploitation and utilization of freshwater aquatic resources.
- Ecological and socio-economic effects of the development of man-made lakes.
- Aquaculture;
- Any other matters related to a-g above.
The Institute shall also:
- carry out extension research liaison with Federal and State Ministries, primary producers, industries and other users of research results on matters of freshwater fisheries and other aquatic resources in collaboration with AERLS:
- provide technical and vocational training in Freshwater Fisheries and related fields leading to the award of National Diploma;
- provide laboratory and other technical services to fish farmers, industry and others concerned with freshwater fisheries problems;
- in carrying out this mandate, collaborate with all other relevant Research Institutes and Organizations
Our Vision
To be the foremost Research Institute in setting directions for Nigerian Freshwater Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Research and Development
Our Mission
To advance scientific management through research and development in order to improve the livelihood of fishing communities and enhance sustainable exploitation, utilization and conservation of fisheries and other aquatic resources in inland water bodies of Nigeria.
Our Goal
To attain self-sufficiency in fish production for sustainable livelihood of fisherfolks, through rational exploitation of the inland aquatic resources of Nigeria.
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Empowering the Next Generation of Aquaculture Entrepreneurs
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Are you a young Nigerian passionate about aquaculture business?
Do you want to start your own profitable fish farming or aquaculture enterprise?
Here’s your chance to turn your passion into a sustainable business!
About the Programme
As part of the ECOWAS Regional Strategy for Youth Employability in the Agrosylvo-pastoral and Fisheries Sectors, Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) is organizing youth training program in aquaculture business. This programme aims to train and support interested Nigerian youths to establish aquaculture enterprises within 3 months.
Training Centers and Focus Areas
Participants will be trained by four specialized institutions:
1. Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN), Abuja – Black Soldier Fly (BSF) Larvae Production for Sustainable Aquatic Food Systems
2. Nigerian Institute for Oceanography and Marine Research (NIOMR), Lagos – Brackish and Marine Fish Production (Tilapia, etc.)
3. National Institute for Freshwater Fisheries Research (NIFFR), New Bussa – Freshwater Fish (Catfish) Production
4. Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI), Ilorin – Fish Processing, Packaging, and Value Addition
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NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR FRESHWATER FISHERIES RESEARCH
P.M.B. 6006, NEW BUSSA, NIGER STATE.
Training Calendar for the year 2026
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To whom | Duration | minimum number of participants | period date and month | Cost |
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Fish Feed Formulation and Production
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After the training, the participants will be able to: v Know the types of fish reared in aquaculture and their nutrient requirements v Formulate the different types of fish feeds v Know the guiding rules in fish feed production v Produce fish feed through a do-it-yourself approach v Carry out appropriate fish feeding practices. v Access cost of producing a unit of fish feed.
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Students interested in self-reliance, Top management officials, Subject matter specialists, Fish farmers, Feed producers, Unemployed youths & women | One(1)week | Ten(10)person | April (13th-17th) . July (20th-24th) September (7th-11th) | 150,000.00 |
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2 |
Fish Fingerling Production and Hatchery Management
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v To teach the practical of fish breeding (Fish seed multiplication) v Rearing of fish seeds v Feeding of fry and fingerlings v Management of hatchlings, fry and fingerlings v Transportation of fingerlings
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students interested in self-reliance Top management officials, Subject matter specialists, Fish farmers, Feed producers, Unemployed youths & women | One(1)week | Ten(10)persons | April (20th-24th) June (8th-12th) September (21st-25th) | 150,000.00 |
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3 |
Pond Fish Culture and Management
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To build the knowledge on technical capacity and management skills of participants in the different areas of fish farming: |
Fish farmers, Prospective fish farmers Unemployed youth and women NYSC members, Students on vacation etc.
| One(1)week | Ten(10)persons | June (1st-5th) August (2nd-7th) September (14th-18th) | 150,000.00 |
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v Operate an integrated fish cum poultry farm. v Carry out the day to day activities in the set up. v Record and generate revenue. Effective waste management in the Integrated Fish cum Poultry farming |
Youths, Women, Students, Intending retirees etc | One week | Ten(10)persons | June (15th-19th) November (2nd-6th) | 150,000.00 |
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5 |
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v To introduce rice cum fish farming system to participants v To impart basic requisite knowledge on fish stocking in rice cum fish system v To equip participants with basic knowledge on rice planting and management from nursery to harvest under rice cum fish system.
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Youths, Women, Students, Intending retirees etc | One(1)week | Ten(10)persons | July (6th-10th) October (5th-9th) | 150,000.00 |
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6 |
Entrepreneurship Skills in Fish Processing and Preservation, Value Addition and Quality Control..
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v To supply fish that is safe to eat v To preserve the product and minimize loss/waste of fish v To maintain product quality to meet consumer preferences v To convert the fish to a desirable form, add value and increase consumers’ appetite v To extend the shelf life of fish |
Fish farmers, Processors, Unemployed youths, Women, Retirees, and small/medium scale entrepreneurs. | One(1)week | Ten(10)persons | April (6th-10th) September (7th-11th) | 150,000.00 |
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7. |
Cooperative Formation and Management for Fish Farming Business
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v Set up and manage a viable Cooperative Organizations v Access funds from financial institutions v Increase production with better bargaining power for both inputs and produce sales |
Fish farmers Women Association/Group | One(1)week | Ten(10)persons | April (20th-24th) July (13th-17th) September (14th-18th) | 150.000.00 |
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8 |
Fisheries Extension for Extension Officers
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v To ensure that Extension Officers will have access to quality techniques and vocational skills for fisheries and aquaculture development. v To identify the sources of information and training needs on fisheries and Aquaculture development for Extension officers v To promote acquisition of knowledge, skills and techniques for Fisheries Extension Services. v To teach the Fisheries Extension Services basic techniques |
Agricultural and Extension officers, Contact persons, Fisheries and aquaculture experts | One(1)week | Ten(10)persons | May (18th-22nd) August (10th-14th) October (26th-30th) | 150,000.00 |
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9 |
Fish Pond Construction Techniques |
v After the training the participants will be able to: v To impart the essential skills needed for pond construction. v Understand different types of pond and designs. v Know the importance of site selection and choice of pond to be constructed considering the soil type, usage, availability of water and topography. v Understand the procedures / steps in pond construction. |
NYSC members, Students on vacation, Professional trainees, etc. Fish farmers Artisans | One(1)week | Ten(10)persons | May (11th-15th) July (27th-31st) | 200,000.00 |
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Youth and Women in Aquaculture Training
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To know how to: v Select suitable sites for pond construction v Prepare ponds, tanks and other rearing facilities for fish rearing v Monitor and management water quality for high survival of fish v Do Artificial and natural breeding of fish for increased fish production v Incubate fertilized eggs, nurse and manage hatchling, fry, fingerling, juveniles and broodstock v Prepare feed and feed fish v Harvest fry, fingerlings, table size and broodstock while minimizing mortalities v Do good record keeping and market harvested fish
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Unemployed youths Women | Two(2)weeks | Ten(10)persons | June (22nd-26th) August (24th-28th) October (12th-16th) | 250,000.00 |
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Water Quality Management Strategies for Aquaculture |
· Knowledge on water quality management in aquacultural systems is not easily accessible to most fish farmers. This training is therefore, intended to redress this observed lapse.
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Fish farmers Students and Environmental scientists Pure water Producers | One(1)week | Ten(10)persons | June (1st-5th) August (24th-28th) | 150,000.00 |
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12 |
Codes and Conducts for Responsible Fisheries |
· to describe in a non-technical manner, some important aspects of the Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries and Management (according to FAO, 1995) thereby providing standards of conduct for all persons involved in the fisheries sector |
Fisheries Superintendents Senior Fisheries Officers /Directors | One(1)week | Ten(10)persons | May (25th-29th) November (9th-14th) | 150,000.00 |
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Consultancy Servives |
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| All year round |
Note that all period is dependent on the course content and duration and cost is between the range of #150,000 to #200,000 per participant.
For further enquiries contact:
Email address: niffish@gmail.com, niffish@yahoo.com
Website: www.niffrng.org.