博士 Abdurrazzaq Ibrahim Abdullahi
I'm currently working on several projects and research initiatives focused on sustainable fisheries management, aquatic food security, and aquatic ecosystem conservation. Specifically, I'm:
- Conducting research on the impacts of climate change on fisheries resources in Lake Chad and developing strategies for adaptive management.
- Collaborating with local communities to develop sustainable aquaculture practices and improve the livelihoods of small-scale fish farmers.
- Supervising graduate students conducting research on fish population dynamics, aquatic ecology, and fisheries economics.
- Developing curricula and teaching courses on fisheries management, aquatic conservation, and sustainable aquaculture practices.
- Engaging in policy discussions with government agencies and stakeholders to promote evidence-based fisheries management and conservation practices in Nigeria.
博士 Abdurrazzaq Ibrahim Abdullahi
Question 1:
The greatest challenge that the FAO guidance can help address in advancing an SPI for agrifood systems in Nigeria is the lack of a structured approach to science-policy interfaces, leading to limited dialogue between scientists, policymakers, and other stakeholders. The guidance can help address this by providing a framework for establishing functional SPIs, identifying core elements, and promoting principles such as credibility and legitimacy.
To make the guidance more practical and usable at the country level, I suggest:
- Providing concrete examples and case studies from Nigeria or similar contexts
- Developing a step-by-step guide for establishing and operationalizing SPIs
- Offering training and capacity-building programs for SPI actors
- Encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing among stakeholders
Question 2:
The draft guidance covers essential sections and elements, including core elements, principles, and mechanisms for knowledge co-creation. However, additional elements that should be considered include:
- Addressing power asymmetries and ensuring inclusivity
- Fostering collaboration across different knowledge systems
- Developing capacity development activities for SPI actors
- Encouraging learning and evaluation mechanisms
Some sections, such as the importance of traditional knowledge and Indigenous Peoples' perspectives, may be underrepresented and should be expanded.
Question 3:
Here's a potential case study:
Nigeria's Agricultural Research Council (ARCN) established an SPI to address the country's agrifood system challenges. The SPI brought together scientists, policymakers, farmers, and industry experts to co-create solutions. Key success factors included:
- Inclusive dialogue and knowledge sharing
- Capacity development programs for stakeholders
- Collaborative research and innovation initiatives
- Policy reforms and implementation
Lessons learned include the importance of addressing power asymmetries, fostering collaboration across knowledge systems, and connecting across scales (local to global).
Question 4:
Additional information that should be included in the draft guidance includes:
- References to traditional knowledge and Indigenous Peoples' perspectives
- Case studies from low- and middle-income countries
- Examples of successful SPIs addressing asymmetries in power and collaboration across knowledge systems
- Key publications and resources on science-policy interfaces and agrifood systems