16th Triennial Symposium
International Society for Tropical Root Crops
Symposium Secretariat, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria Email: istrc2012abeokuta@yahoo.com Tel: +2348034046873, +2348033469882
Background
The 16th Triennial Symposium of the International Society for Tropical Root Crops (ISTRC) will be held at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Ogun State, Nigeria from Sunday 23rd – Friday 28th September 2012.
The International Society for Tropical Root Crops (ISTRC) was established in 1967. The Society’s triennial symposia serve as a unique platform for interaction among scientists working on all tropical root and tuber crops (Sweetpotato, Cassava, Potato, Andean roots and tubers, Yams and Aroids) from various backgrounds from around the world to share experiences, build collaborations and develop strategies to contribute to sustainable development.
About the Symposium
Tropical roots crops are essential to meeting global food security and sustain the livelihoods of many millions of people. Climate change provides both opportunities and challenges for attaining the potential contribution of tropical roots for sustainable human development. Strategies need to be developed to address key issues in productivity, crop plant-soil/water/energy resources management, and postharvest utilization as food and feed, nutritional and health value addition, and trade and commercialization, so that the role of tropical roots in ensuring sustainable development can be enhanced. The symposium provides an opportunity for experts from around the world to meet and address this agenda.
Symposium activities will be mainly conducted in English. All publications will be in English. Oral presentations can however be done in English or French, with simultaneous translation.
Theme - The Roots (and Tubers) of Development and Climate Change
Subthemes
A. Policies favourable to enhancing the contribution of RTCs to development - (1) poverty reduction and food security (2) enterprise development and income generation and export development, (3) impacts of climate change and variability, (4) impacts of the global food crisis, global economic downturn and urbanization, (5) opportunities provided by biofuels. (6) Intellectual Property Rights
B. Global Scenario on Production, Utilization and Marketing of Root and Tuber Crops - Trade and Technology Commercialization;
C. Progress in the science and technology for enhancing the contribution of Tropical Root Crops to development - Crop Improvement and Genomics; Biodiversity, Conservation and Evaluation; Biotechnology and Biofortification; Characterization of resistance to biotic and abiotic stressors; Plant, Water and Nutrient Management
D. Applying new scientific and technical knowledge on RTCs to contribute to development.- Technology Development and Transfer processes and systems; Value Addition for Food, Nutrition and Health; Regional Exchanges and Technology Transfer; Roots and Tubers for Feed and Industry
IMPORTANT DATES
5th August, 2011 – First announcement
31th December, 2011 – Second Announcement
20th February, 2012 – Final Announcement
15th April, 2012 – Submission of abstract
25th June, 2012 – Accommodation Request
15th July, 2012 – Registration of delegates
1st August, 2012 – Submission of full Papers /Participation in Exhibition
17th September, 2012 – Submission of Power point
23rd September, 2012 – Arrival of Participants
The venue
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State (FUNAAB) was established on January 1, 1988 by the Federal Government of Nigeria. The University started off from the old Campus of Abeokuta Grammar School, Isale-Igbein near the city centre. It completed its movement to its Permanent Site along Alabata Road in 1997, in what has been termed the fastest pace of Permanent Site development in the history of Nigerian University System. The distinguishing feature of UNAAB's mandate is its tripodal nature, comprising teaching, research and extension functions. The July 2011 world ranking placed the university 7th in Nigeria and 60th in Africa. More on: http://www.unaab.edu.ng/
The City of Abeokuta
Abeokuta is the largest city and capital of Ogun State in southwest Nigeria and is situated on the Ogun River; 64 miles north of Lagos by railway, or 81 miles by water. As of 2005, Abeokuta and the surrounding area had a population of 593,140. Abẹokuta lies in fertile country, the surface of which is broken by masses of grey granite. It is spread over an extensive area, being surrounded by mud walls 18 miles in extent. Palm-oil, timber, rubber, yams and shea-butter are the chief articles of trade. It lies below the Olumo Rock, home to several caves and shrines. The town depends on the Oyan River Dam for its water supply, which is not always dependable. More on: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abeokuta
SYMPOSIUM PROGRAMME
| Time | Event | Venue |
| Sunday: September 23, 2012 |
| 4pm – 10pm | Arrival and Registration of Participants Contact: Reception of participants and collection of fees, name badges |
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| 4pm – 10pm | Erection of Exhibition Stands
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| Monday: September 24, 2012 |
| 8am – 10am | Registration of Participants continue Reception of participants and collection of fees, name badges |
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| 10am – 11am | Opening Ceremony (Master of Ceremony: ) 1. Opening Prayer 2. Introduction of Guests 3. Welcome Address by the Vice Chancellor 4. Chairman’s Opening Speech 5. Keynote Speech: Dr. Akin Adesina, Honourable Minister, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Federal Republic of Nigeria 6. President’s Welcome Address 7. Announcements |
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| 11am – 11.30am | Tea/Coffee Break |
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| 11.30am – 1pm | Plenary Session A Subtheme A. Progress in science and technology for enhancing the contribution of Tropical Root Crops to development
First Technical Sessions Sub-theme A
Comments, Questions and Answers Announcements |
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| 1pm – 2pm | Lunch Break |
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| 2pm – 3.30pm | Plenary Session B Subtheme B. Applying new scientific and technical knowledge on TRCs to contribute to development
Second Technical Sessions Sub-theme B
Comments, Questions and Answers Announcements |
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| 3.30pm – 4pm | Tea/Coffee Break |
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| 4pm – 5.30pm | Group Photograph First satellite meeting
EU-ACP Project
Announcements |
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| 4pm – 5.30pm | Erection of Poster Stands – Subthemes A and B |
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| Tuesday: September 25, 2012 |
| 9am – 11am | Plenary Session C Subtheme C. Global Scenario on Production, Utilization and Marketing of Root and Tuber Crops
Third Technical Sessions Sub-theme C
Comments, Questions and Answers Announcements |
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| 11am – 11.30am | Tea/Coffee Break |
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| 11.30am – 1pm | Poster Sessions – Subthemes A and B |
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| 1pm – 2pm | Lunch Break |
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| 2pm – 3.30pm | Plenary Session D Subtheme D. Policies favourable to enhancing the contribution of RTCs to development
Fourth Technical Sessions Sub-theme D
Comments, Questions and Answers Announcements |
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| 3.30pm – 4pm | Tea/Coffee Break |
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| 4pm – 5pm | Dismantling of Poster Stands – Subthemes A and B |
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| 5pm – 6pm | Erection of Poster Stands – Subthemes C and D |
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| 4pm – 6pm | Annual General Meeting (AGM) of ISTRC
Award Presentation Announcements Vote of thanks |
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| 6pm – 8pm | Meeting Dinner |
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| Wednesday: September 26, 2012 |
| 9am – 11am | Fifth Technical Sessions Sub-theme A Lead Paper -
Sub-theme B Lead Paper -
Sub-theme C Lead Paper -
Sub-theme D Lead Paper -
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| 11am – 11.30am | Tea/Coffee Break |
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| 11.30am – 1pm | Poster Sessions – Subthemes C and D |
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| 1pm – 2pm | Lunch Break |
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| 3pm – 5pm | Second satellite meeting
(C:AVA, EU-ACP, Sasha, Gratitude, CassavaGmarkets, HarvestPlus, Yam, National Cassava Transformation Programme etc)
Announcements |
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| 5pm – 6pm | Dismantling of Exhibition Stands |
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| Thursday: September 27, 2012 |
| 8am – 4pm | Excursion Thai Farms, or Ekha Agro or Temple Starch, |
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| Friday: September 28, 2012 |
| All day | Departure |
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Exhibitions
During the Symposium some exhibits will be offered related to tropical root and tuber crops. Products, postharvest machinery, analytical equipment, processed products, etc., will be presented. Limited space is available for the exhibits. To arrange space for a specific exhibit, please contact the Organising Secretary by email on: istrc2012abeokuta@yahoo.com
We ask exhibitors to notify us as soon as possible your intention to reserve exhibition space. When you contact us please tell us the topic of your exhibition.
SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACTS, FULL PAPER AND POWERPOINT
Guidelines for Abstract Preparation
Please use Microsoft Word software. Specifically indicate the program used. Send it by email to: istrc2012abeokuta@yahoo.com
Please submit by 19 March, 2012. The abstracts for oral presentation will be reviewed and those selected for oral presentation will be informed by 27 April 2012.
Send your Abstract as soon as possible!!.
Heading: Font size 14 bold, Times New Roman.
Author’s name: Font size 12 regular, Times New Roman. Underline presenting author’s name, and provide email of the presenting author.
Address: Font size 11 regular, Times New Roman. In case there is more than one author coming from different addresses, use 1,2,3 superscripts to denote. Emails should also be included.
Text: Font 12 Times New Roman. Abstract should not exceed 250 words (use Word Count Facility in Word). Subheadings, figures or references are not allowed. Names of genera or species should be in italics.
- The abstract of the paper should be no more than 250 words. The abstract should be self contained and understandable by the general reader.
- Leave blank one single space between last line of abstract and line of key words.
- Use the word “Keywords” as the title in boldface Times New Roman 11 pt.
- Three to six keywords are recommended. Do not use acronyms in the list of keywords.
- Leave two blank single space lines after the keywords, and then begin the main text.
Guidelines for Poster Preparation
The poster exhibition in previous meetings of ISTRC has been the most well attended session in the previous 15 Symposia. The guidelines provided here will assist you in your poster preparation. Any questions are welcome.
Preparation of a poster: Prepare them in English and French. Discussions of posters can be done in English or French, with the support of other scientists who might be ready to assist in translation.
Your poster should be self-explanatory. Author(s) should explain details and discuss particular points raised by the visitor. Presentation by a poster should be visually appealing. Poster should include diagrams and charts, tables and schemes, graphs, photographs and brief written texts like: abstract, introduction, methods, results, conclusions and references.
Panel materials must be very light and the poster could be of one sheet, so that it can be rolled up for easy transport and mounting. Alternatively it could be prepared in separate pieces for individual mounting, not exceeding the 90x120 cm format.
English is the official language for poster preparation. Panels are available for the display of each poster. Scissors, poster pins, Velcro, tape and felt-tip pens will be available in the poster display area.
Display: Posters must not exceed 120 cm high by 90 cm wide. The poster must be mounted vertically.
The poster title should go centred in the upper part; in bold, in title case, font size of 80 to 100-points (pts).
To prepare the poster use a simple font like Trebuchet, Helvetica, Arial or similar (sans serif).
Posters should be readable from a distance of 2 meters (6 feet). Main text should be of approximately 24 to 30 pts. Headings should be 50 to 60 pts or larger Photographs should be of a minimum of 15 by 20 cm. Caption of Tables, Figures and Photographs should be 18 pts.
Names of each author and their regular mail addresses should also be included centered bellow the title. It is recommended to include also email address of the author to whom correspondence is to be directed.
Electrical outlets will not be provided in the poster presentation area.
The use of a computer (lap-top or similar) is discouraged.
The Organizing Committee will assign a place (and a number) in a designated room in order to install each poster, according to the Session.
What to expect during the exhibition of posters
Author should remain at the poster site at the time scheduled for exhibition in the Program, ready to discuss his/her work.
You may prepare handouts related to your poster for distribution at the meeting. Handout should not contain any advertising.
Distribution of personal cards to visitors helps to initiate a conversation as well as a future interaction/communication.
Poster competition
A prize to the best poster presentation will be granted. A group of judges will review content and presentation. The winner (one) will receive a prize, a letter of recognition and a small surprise.
Candidates to participate in poster competition must register during the Registration process.
Guidelines for Full Paper Preparation
It is essential that all prospective authors follow these style guidelines to ensure quality, uniformity and timely completion. Non-compliance may result in delays or rejection. All questions are welcome.
Language: If you are planning to present your paper either as an oral presentation or as a poster, you must prepare your abstract in English.
Deadline for Full Paper submission (subject to acceptance of the abstract): 01 August 2012
Paper Contributions
- Final full-length papers should not exceed 10 A4-sized pages including all text, tables, figures and references.
- The paper must be written in English. (The paper may be presented in English or French, as there will be simultaneous translation at the Symposium.)
- Accepted full-length papers will be included in the CD ROM, and later in the proceedings of the Symposium if accepted after a peer review.
- Papers should be sent by email to istrc2012abeokuta@yahoo.com for the attention of the Editorial Committee, ISTRC -2012
Paper Format
- Use a single column layout in MS Word format.
- For all pages set margins in 25.4 mm (1 inch) for all sides in an A4 size (210 mm x 297 mm) paper.
- Use only Times New Roman, 12 point, single space and justified.
Paper Title & Authors
- The paper title should be centred in upper and lower case characters, bold, font size 16 pt (initials capitalized). It should not exceed 80 characters. The title should be concise and reflect the gist of the paper.
- The name(s) of authors should be in lower case, bold, font size 14 pt.
- The author(s) affiliation(s), with complete mail address (es), should be in single space and centred in a second line below the authors. Indicate the email address of the author to whom correspondence should be directed
- Please do not use titles or degrees like Dr., Professor, etc.
- A blank single space line should follow the title. Similarly two blank single space lines should follow the author’s name(s) and address (es), before the abstract first line.
Abstract & Keywords
- The abstract of the paper should be no more than 250 words. The abstract should be self contained and understandable by the general reader.
- Leave blank one single space between last line of abstract and line of key words.
- Use the word “Keywords” as the title in boldface Times New Roman 11 pt.
- Three to six keywords are recommended. Do not use acronyms in the list of keywords.
- Leave two blank single space lines after the keywords, and then begin the main text.
Main text
- Type your main text in Times New Roman 12 pt, single space and justified.
- All headings should be in bold type, left justified, all capitals on a separate line.
- Do not use footnotes. Do not use pagination because page numbers are going to be included when editing the CD-ROM.
- Figures and Tables should be numbered consecutively and separately as they appear in the text.
- Tables should be composed in Word format or imported direct from Microsoft Excel or other statistical programs.
- Figures should be placed in the paper, but also supplied separately in high- resolution JPEG or TIFF formats.
- All figures and tables should have a caption. Figure captions are to be centred below the figures and table captions above the tables. Tables and fgures must be self explanatory.
- Photographs, colour or black/white, should have good contrast. For the production of the CD-ROM color photographs are acceptable, but they will be printed in black and white in the printed proceedings.
References (Bibliography)
- References should be listed at the end of the paper in alphabetical order, without numbering.
- The bibliography should include only those references cited in the text.
- References cited in the text should indicate the name(s) of up to two authors only, followed by the year of publication (Anderson and Govinda, 2007). Use et al. in italics in the case of more than two authors (Anderson et al., 2007). If more than one reference exists on the same topic, then the following reference should be added separated by a semi colon (;).
- Personal Communication: Cite in the text as (W. Roca, personal communication) or (W. Roca, pers. comm.)
- Citation of references in the Bibliography should follow standard rules. Abbreviate the titles of journals using standard practice. Below are some examples of citations in the References list:
Example 1: Anderson, P.; Kapinga, R.; Zhang, D.; Hermann, M. 2007. Vitamin A for Africa in Sub-Saharan Africa. Proceedings 13th ISTRC Symposium, Tanzania, November, 2003. pp 711-720.
Example 2: Gooding, H.J.; Campbell, J.S. 1964. The improvements of sweet potato storage by cultural and chemical means. Em. J. Exp. Agric. 32, 65-75.
Example 3: Wolf, J, A. 1992. Sweet Potato. An Untapped Food Resource. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Conference Registration
All intending participants must complete a REGISTRATION FORM (download from the attachment at the bottom of this page) and send to the the Organising Secretary by email at: istrc2012abeokuta@yahoo.com
Registration fee:
International: USD300 (including 3 years membership fee of USD90)
National: NGN25000 (including 3 years membership fee of NGN9000)
Early payment: closes June30, 2012 and gets a 10% discount
Cancellation and Refunds - Request for refunds will be honoured only until September 01, 2012 and will be subject to a non-refundable processing fee of US$70 (or NGN7000 for national participants).
How to pay registration fees
- Registration fees can be paid by bank transfer to: ISTRC-ABEOKUTA 2012 using the bank details below:
Bank: ACCESS BANK PLC
Branch: Abeokuta Branch, Ogun State, Nigeria
Account name ISTRC2012 ABEOKUTA
Account number: 0015279079 (USD)
Account number: 0015274342 (NAIRA)
CORRESPONDENT BANK
Citibank New York
111, Wall Street, New York
N.Y. 10043
SWIFT CODE – CITIUS33
ABA I.D. – 021-000-089
FOR CREDIT TO ACCESS BANK PLC (36145842)
- International cheques (USD denominated) can be credited to ISTRC2012 ABEOKUTA
- Registration fees can be paid in cash at the registration desk.
Participants who pay through options 1 or 2 above should scan and send the evidence of payment by email attachment to the Organising Secretary at: istrc2012abeokuta@yahoo.com
Sponsorship of participants
We encourage all participants to seek for funds locally or from international organizations.
The EU-ACP Project will support up to 45 Early Career Researchers (ECR) from African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) Countries to attend the symposium. To obtain this support, an Early Career Researcher (ECR) MUST have registered on the project website: (http://www.nri.org/projects/tropicalroots/): and must have an accepted oral or poster presentation.
Participants that require travel support can contact the following organization for sponsorship:
CTA www.cta.int
TWAS www.twas.ictp.it
Kirkhouse trust: www.kirkhousetrust.org
The organizers are also trying to approach various sponsors for financial support. Delegates from developing countries who may require sponsorship are asked to write a brief letter of motivation (not more than 400 words) outlining the reasons why they should be considered for financial support and their required budget (on separate excel file). Such delegates are also requested to send in their abstract before mid-February 2012.
About Nigeria
Nigeria is the most populous nation in Africa and accounts for more than half of the population of West Africa. The oil boom of the 1970s led Nigeria to neglect its strong agricultural and light manufacturing bases in favour of an unhealthy dependence on crude oil. Oil and gas exports account for more than 95% of export earnings and over 80% of federal government revenue and accounts for about 40% of GDP and two-thirds of employment. Agriculture provides a significant fraction (approximately 10%) of non-oil growth. Nigeria is the World’s leading producer and consumer of cassava and yams. More on: http://nigeria.gov.ng/
Most visits to Nigeria are trouble free and enjoyable but visitors should avoid certain areas and follow the advice given by the consular services of the participants country or they can follow the advice given by the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/travel-and-living-abroad/travel-advice-by-country/sub-saharan-africa/nigeria)
Visa requirements to enter Nigeria
To enter Nigeria, a passport and visa are required. All visitors to Nigeria must hold passports or ECOWAS travelling documents (for nationals from ECOWAS member countries). The Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional group of West African countries.
Passports with minimum 6 months validity are essential. Citizens of countries for which Nigeria requires visas must obtain entry information and visas in advance from Nigerian embassies or consulates abroad. Visas cannot be obtained aboard planes or at the airport. Overseas, inquiries may be made at the nearest Nigerian embassy or consulate. Passport holders from ECOWAS member countries are exempted from visa requirements.
Vaccination for yellow fever is mandatory for travellers who enter Nigeria from infected areas. International certificates of yellow ever vaccination will be checked upon arrival at Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos; Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport, Abuja; and all other entry ports. Travellers from infected areas who do not have proof of vaccination will be vaccinated, for a fee, before entering Nigeria.
When making an application at the Nigerian Embassy, please, take along:
- Completion of visa application form - fully completed and signed
- Valid passport (with minimum 6 months validity)
- Recent passport photographs
- Proof (ticket and documents) of onward or return transportation
- Applicable visa fee
- Letter of invitation.
- Letter (s) from of invitation from company or business organizations to be visited in Nigeria stating the reason must be submitted.
- Letter of introduction from the applicants' Organization/Company. This letter should be a guarantee letter / business letter of responsibility stating all of the following:
Arrival at Lagos airport and transport to Abeokuta and vice versa
The Local Organising Committee (LOC) will receive all international participants from the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. Please, note that the MMIA, Lagos is the closest and recommended port of entry for participants at the 16th ISTRC triennial Symposium.. Participants who intend to arrive through other ports (air, land or sea) should inform the Organising Secretary not later than Friday 14 September, 2012.
Three forms of transport will be available to convey participants from and to the MMIA. They are:
- Specially arranged group transport (return journey costs USD50). Advance booking is required and will close by Monday, 10 September, 2012
- Specially arranged personal transport (return journey costs USD150). Advance booking is required and will close by Monday, 10 September, 2012.
- Commercial transport service available at the MMIA (single journey costs USD100). No advance booking is required.
Participants intending to use any of these services should inform the Organising Secretary by email at: istrc2012abeokuta@yahoo.com for completeness of records.
Participants who arrive at MMIA late in the night (generally for flight due to land at 19.00pm (Nigerian time onward), are advised to prepare to spend their night of arrival at an hotel in Lagos. This may cost USD150/night.
Participants who would depart MMIA very early in the morning (generally for flights due to take off at earlier than 10.00am Nigerian time), are advised to plan to spend the night prior to departure at a hotel in Lagos. This may cost USD150/night
Local transport in Abeokuta
Local transport services in Abeokuta are principally by shared taxis. A regular trip costs NGN30 (USD0.20). Longer trips may cost up to NGN150 (USD1.00). The common alternative form of transports is the commercial motorcycles (popularly called okada).
Currency
The currency of all financial transactions in Nigeria is the Naira (NGN). Foreign currencies are not admissible for use.
The United States Dollars (USD), Great British Pounds (GBP) and the Euro (EUR) can be easily converted at Bureau de change to Nigerian Naira (NGN) at on-going rates. More information on: http://wwp.greenwichmeantime.com/time-zone/africa/nigeria/currency/
Banking facilities and bureau de change
Credit cards and debit cards (also known at bank card, check card, cheque card and ATM card) that are not Narira denominated are not accepted for day to day transactions.
It is not possible to cash traveller’s cheques. US Dollars, Eurtos and the British Pounds can be change into Naira at designated Bureau de Change.
There are several commercial banks in Abeokuta, but forex transactions do not take place in most banking halls. Participants can make forex transactions at designated bureau de change within the MMIA or ask for directions from the Helpdesk at the venue of the Symposium.
Hotel accommodation
Participants requiring assistance to reserve accommodation during the symposium should inform the Local Organising Committee (LOC) on or before June 30, 2012. The fees for making the reservations would need to be paid in full by Bank Transfers (indicating the hotel preference on or before this date to enable the LOC confirm accommodation. International participants who do not make this prior arrangement and full payment will not be given a formal letter of invitation to attend the Symposium.
The fees for the main hotels in Abeokuta are as follows (use and average exchange rate of NGN150 to USD1):
| Hotels in Abeokuta | Standard (NGN/night) | Executive (NGN/night) |
| Continental Suite, Ibara, Abeokuta Tel: +2347038120274, continentalsuite@yahoo.com/www.continentalsuites.com | 14,500 | 17,500 |
| Richton Hotel and Suite, Ibara, Abeokuta Tel: +2348034362939, info@richtonhotel.com/latunji2006@yahoo.com | 15,000 | 22,000 |
| Wenby’s Suite, Ibara, Abeokuta Tel: +2348035724848, wenbyssuites@yahoo.com | 11,500 | 23,500 |
| Royal Greens Guest House, Ibara, Abeokuta Tel: +2348038810067, royalgreens@yahoo.com | 6,000 | 9,600 |
| Micron International Suites, Ibara, Abeokuta Tel: +2348067422452 | 12,696 | 15,870 |
| Daktad Suites and Event Centre, Abeokuta Tel: +2348023267426, daktadsuites.eventscentre@yahoo.com | 13,500 | 14,000 |
| Adesba International Hotel, Onikoko, Abeokuta Tel: +2348068361706 | 7,500 | 11,500 |
| Mokland Hotels, Ibara, Abeokuta Tel: +2348034737865 | 7,000 | 7,500 |
| Dagunro Suites, Obantoko, Abeokuta Tel: +2348033502323 | 6,000 | 7,000 |
| Ogun-Osun River Basin Guest House, Alabata Road, Abeokuta Tel: +2348069376693 | 3,680 | Not available |
| Indices Suites and Gardens, Abeokuta Tel: +2347098732849, indicessuites@gmail.com, indicessuites2010@yahoo.com | 10,350 | 13,800 |
Internet facilities and Computer Access Points
Limited internet facilities and computer access points will be provided for registered participants at the Symposium
Help desk
A help desk will available throughout the Symposium to assist participants in cases on emergencies or meet some basic needs such as: telephone services, loss of properties, location of other participants, assistance in getting around, First Aid and availability of medical facilities
