The Nutrition Society of Nigeria invites Nutritionists, Dietitians, Food Scientists and other related professionals from Tertiary Institutions, Health Institutions, Research Institutes, Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies, Industries, Development Partners and Organized Private Sector and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) to its 55th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference scheduled to hold in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
THEME
Advancing Maternal, Infant, And Young Child Nutrition In Nigeria: Innovations And Strategic Partnerships For Sustainable Impact.
SUB THEME
- Climate-Smart Nutrition: Strengthening Local Food Systems for Resilient and Improved Maternal and Child Health
- Leveraging Technology and Digital Solutions in Nutrition Interventions
- Enhancing Micronutrient Deficiencies Control Programmes Through Multisectoral Strategies and Interventions
- Public-private Partnerships for Sustainable Nutrition Programmes
- Scaling Up Community-based Nutrition Strategies for Vulnerable and Hard-to-Reach Populations
- Strengthening the Integration of Nutrition into Primary Healthcare for Better Maternal and Child Nutrition Outcomes
- Bridging Gaps in Nutrition Research and Development For Evidence-Based Policy
- Gender-mainstreaming for Advancing Maternal, Infant and Young Child Nutrition.
- Workforce Nutrition for MIYCN
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Activity |
Timeline |
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Submission of Abstracts |
On or before 31st July 2025. |
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Notification of Acceptance of Abstracts |
By 31st August, 2025 |
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Arrival/Registration |
Sunday 14th September, 2025 |
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Pre-conference Workshop/Registration |
Monday 15th September 2025 |
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Official Opening/Registration |
Tuesday 16th September 2025 |
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Symposia/Plenary Sessions/Technical Sessions |
Wednesday 17th September 2025 |
| Plenary Sessions/Technical Sessions |
Thursday 18th September 2025 |
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Plenary Sessions/Technical Sessions/AGM/Closing |
Thursday 18th September 2025 |
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Departure |
Friday 19th September 2025 |
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Category |
Deadline |
Fee |
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NSN MEMBERS |
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| Early Bird – Individuals |
31st July 2025 |
₦45,000 |
| Late Registration – Individuals |
1st August to 10th September 2025 |
₦55,000 |
| *Onsite Registration – Individuals |
14th to 19th September 2025 |
₦80,000 |
| NSN Student members |
31st August 2025 |
₦25,000 |
| **NSN Corporate members |
1st August to 13th September 2025 |
₦300,000 |
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NON – NSN MEMBERS |
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| Individual Non-Members | 1st August to 13th September 2025 |
₦65,000 |
| **Corporate Non-Members |
1st August to 13th September 2025 |
₦400,000 |
| International Delegates | 1st August to 13th September 2025 |
$300 |
*No cash will be accepted
**Admits a maximum of two participants
Click here to register for Conference
We welcome extended and structured abstracts that are in line with the theme and sub-themes of the conference. The abstract should be typed in a Microsoft Word document of not more than 2 pages of A4 paper size. Line spacing should be 1.5 points but single (1.0) line spacing can be used for tables if necessary. Times New Roman and font size 12 should be used. The page margins should be set at Normal (Top = 2.35cm, Bottom = 2.54cm, Left = 2.54cm and Right = 2.54cm). Authors are strongly advised to follow the abstract template and submission procedures available at GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION OF EXTENDED ABSTRACT
Click Here to download guidelines on how to create an account on Abstract Submission portal
Abstract Submission Procedure:
1. Send your abstract as an email attachment to abstractpots@nutritionnigeria.org
2. Use the Sub-theme of your abstract as the subject of the email
Please ensure your submission aligns with the conference guidelines and is sent before the deadline.
Authors of accepted abstracts who are interested in submitting full paper for publication in the Nigerian Journal of Nutritional Sciences (NJNS) should contact the Editor-In-Chief via njns2013@gmail.com and/or visit https://www.ajol.info/index.php/njns for details.
We look forward to your valuable contribution.
Food and allied industries, development partners, tertiary institutions, non-governmental organisations, and individuals are invited to exhibit their products and services. All inquiries should be directed to the COC through the official email address for the conference: nsnconference@nutritionnigeria.org
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NSN 2025 conference and AGM |
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Golden Tulip Hotels ( I ) ( 31 ken Saro-wiwa, Stadium Road Port Harcourt
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9 mins 6.8km |
Deluxe Room – 93,600 Executive Delux Room – 115,740 Executive Twin Room – 127, 224 Super Executive Room – 194, 400 Royal Suite – 216,600 |
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Golden Tulip Hotels ( II ) ( 31 ken Saro-wiwa, Stadium Road Port Harcourt
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9 mins 6.8km |
Standard – 76,526 Superior – 89,295 Deluxe – 111, 159 Junior Suite – 120,000 Executive Suite – 146, 878 |
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Danag Apartment (79 ken Saro-wiwa, Stadium Road Port Harcour)
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10 min 7.2km |
Studio Apartment – 70,000 1 Bedroom Apartment – 100,000 2 Bedroom Apartment – 150,000 3 Bedroom Apartment – 220,000 Presidential Apartment – 600,000 |
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Apex Hilton Hotel ( 1 shell pipeline Drive Rukpakulushi New layout, opposite Harmony Estate, Port Harcourt.) |
3 mins 1.9 km |
Exquisite Room – 20,720 Classic Deluxe Room – 37,720 Apex Deluxe Room – 36,000 Exotic Lounge Room – 40, 400 Executive Suite – 57,200 |
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LE Eldera Hotel and Tours ( 1 Glass House covenant Avenue Off Stadium Road By Riz Plaza, Port Harcourt)
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11 mins 7.3km |
Superior – 38,600 Deluxe Rooms – 48,600 Deluxe Executive – 53, 600 Imperial Suite – 63,800
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Damatel Hotel And Resort ( 91, Stadium Road Rulomasi, Port Harcourt)
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10 mins 6.9km |
Standard – 40, 000 Deluxe – 42,000 Executive – 45,000 Superior – 50,000 Royal – 58,000 Suite – 70,000 |
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Hotel Presidential (1 Birabi street, Rumola, Aba Road, Port Harcourt)
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13 mins 8.8km |
Deluxe Queens Room – 180,241 Family Suite – 232, 812 Junior Suite – 337,952 Deluxe Suite – 455,113 Executive Suite – 615,824 |
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| Casoni International Hotels and Suits Ltd ( No 6 Presbyterian close, Off Stadium Road, Opposite RCCG, Port Harcourt) |
9 mins 6.2km |
Classic Room – 45,500 Executive Rooms – 50,200 Royal Deluxe – 55,100 Casoni Suite – 88,500 Ambassadorial Suite – 98, 750 |
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| The Sweet Spirit Hotel And Suites Danag ( 79 ken Saro-wiwa, Stadium Road Port Harcourt ) |
10 mins 7.2km |
Superior Room – 60,000 Deluxe – 65,000 Junior Suite 80,000 Executive Suite – 100,000 Presidential Suite – 220,000 |
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| Echelon Heights Hotel ( 73 ken Saro-wiwa, Road Port Harcour) |
9 mins 7.0km |
Orthodox Room – 64, 000 Twin Room – 67,000 Junior Suite – 79,000 Executive Suite – 87,000 Ambassadorial Suite -160,000 Imperial Suite – 208,000 Presidential Suite – 300,000 |
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White Stone Hotels 1 Ordu avenue ( Power Encounter) opposite Omega House, Rumuodara, off East West Road, Port Harcourt. |
6 mins 4.5km |
Classic Room – 47,960 Deluxe Room – 55, 960 Suite – 63,960 |
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Hotel Dchis Plot 2/3 Dchis Avenue G.U. Ake,/ Airport Road, Eliozu, Port Harcourt. |
12 mins I0.6km |
Standard Room – 25,000 Deluxe – 30,000 Executive Room – 35,000 Junior Suite – 50,000 Executive Suite – 60,000 D’ ark lounch – 80,000
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Trulli Hotel No 12, Faith Avenue, Behind Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Rumuomasi Port Harcourt |
12 mins 7.3 km |
Standard Room – 15,000 Classic Rooms – 20,000 Deluxe Room – 25,000 Executive Room – 30,000 Lounge – 40,000 Royal – 45,000 |
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Gibssco Hotel Limited No 83, 85 Market Road Rumuomasi Obio, Port Harcourt |
11 mins 7.6km |
Super Single – 18,000 Standard – 23,000 Executive Double – 28,000 Mini Suite – 30,000 Presidential Suite – 50,000 |
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Tokyu Grand Hotel ( I ) 22 Stadium Road Rumuomasi Port Harcourt |
11 mins 7.5 km |
Executive – 30,000 Delux suite – 40,000 Classic – 45,000 Presidential Suit – 150,000 |
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Emerald Hotel (193 Port Harcourt – Aba Express Road, Rumola, Port Harcourt ) |
9 mins 7.8 km |
Single Room – 20,000 Superior – 23,000 Deluxe – 30, 000 Executive Suite – 40,000 |
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Tokyu Grand Hotel (II) 22 Stadium Road Rumuomasi Port Harcourt |
11 mins 7.5 km |
Classic -15,800 Executive – 18,000 Suite – 25,800 |
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For further inquiries on Bookings and Accommodation please contact any of the following Logistics Committee member
- 08063612361 ( Dr C.A. Orisa)
- 08104037333 (Evang. Buduzhi Gift .Oguzor)
- 08107437491 ( Dtn Uchenna )
- 08141767402 ( Mrs. Ojimadu)
- 07019827285 ( Dtn Seyi)
All enquiries concerning 55th NSN Conference should be directed to the NSN secretariat, Central Organising Committees (COC) and Secretariat and Registration Sub-committee via email info@nutritionnigeria.org, call (9am to 5pm please) or text (24/7) to the following mobile numbers:
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Prof. Ogechi Nzeagwu |
Chairman, COC |
+2348068456251 |
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Dr. Catherine Achese Orisa |
NSN Rivers State Chairman |
+2348063612361 |
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Mr. Olanrewaju, Omoniyi Isaac, |
Secretary, COC |
+2347038445221 |
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NSN Secretariat |
NSN Secretariat |
+2347060624042 |
Brief History of Rivers State, Nigeria
Rivers State is one of Nigeria’s 36 states, located in the oil-rich Niger Delta region in the southern part of the country. It was created on May 27, 1967, by the military government of General Yakubu Gowon during the reorganization of Nigeria’s administrative regions from four regions into 12 states. The state was carved out of the former Eastern Region.
Origins and Naming
The state is named after the many rivers that traverse its territory, including the Bonny, New Calabar, and Andoni rivers, which feed into the Niger Delta. Its capital, Port Harcourt, was founded in 1912 by the British colonial administration and named after Lewis Vernon Harcourt, then British Secretary of State for the Colonies.
Pre-Colonial and Colonial Era
Before colonial rule, the area now known as Rivers State was inhabited by various ethnic groups — including the Ikwerre, Ijaw, Ogoni, Etche, Ogba, Ekpeye, and others — who lived in independent city-states and kingdoms with rich cultural traditions, trade networks, and governance systems.
During British colonial rule, Port Harcourt became a vital hub for the export of palm oil and later, coal from the nearby Enugu mines. The construction of the railway and seaport transformed Port Harcourt into a major commercial and industrial center.
Post-Independence and Civil War
After Nigeria’s independence in 1960, the area remained part of the Eastern Region until 1967. During the Nigerian Civil War (1967–1970), Rivers State remained under federal control and became strategically important due to its oil resources and port facilities.
Oil and Economic Significance
Rivers State is the heart of Nigeria’s petroleum industry. Since the discovery of oil at Oloibiri (in present-day Bayelsa State) in 1956, the Niger Delta — including Rivers State — has been the center of Nigeria’s oil production. Major oil companies such as Shell, Total, and Agip operate in the state. This has brought immense wealth but also environmental degradation and social unrest, including protests and militant activities demanding resource control and development.
Tourist Attractions In Rivers State
1. Port Harcourt Pleasure Park
Port Harcourt pleasure park is a public recreation park in the city of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. It is located along Aba Road, between the Army Barracks (Bori Camp) and Air Force base junction on an expansive open land. Ever since the park was built it has turned out to be the most visited tourist destination in Rivers state.
2. Finima Beach
Located in Bonny Island, Finima Beach is one of the most popular beaches in River state, the beach attracts visitors and fun seekers from within and outside the state. Apart from swimming, boating, Jet skiing, Windsurfing and Snorkeling, there are other activities that one can engage in the beach.
3. Ikuru Atlantic beach
Located in Andoni LGA of Rivers State, Ikuru Atlantic beach is said to be the longest white Sand beach in Nigeria. Locked on the Atlantic seaboard of the Gulf of Guinea, the ikuru Atlantic beach also know as Andoni beach is a perfect destination in river state for adventure lovers and fun seekers. The beach is an ideal place for boating, Jet skiing, Windsurfing, Snorkeling and other water body activities.
4. Port Harcourt Zoo
Port Harcourt Zoo is a state owned zoological park in Port Harcourt city of Rivers State. The zoo which was established in 1974 by military governor Alfred Diete-Spiff was officially opened to the public on 1 October 1975. Located within Trans Amadi, in Obio-Akpor, Rivers State, Port Harcourt Zoo is one of the major tourist attractions in the city and is considered one of Nigeria’s leading conservation centres.
5. Finima Nature Park
Finima Nature Park is host to diverse bonny species of flora and fauna which is of great delight to tourist and nature lovers. It also serves as a field laboratory for intending researchers with a viable platform for environmental education and awareness. Finima Nature Park is divided into the Eastern and Western end with size 700 hectares and 300 hectares respectively. The Resource and visitors centre is located at the entrance of the Eastern end of the Park.
