LASU-CESAR to Host 2nd Edition of Virtual Lecture on Sargassum Research

The Centre of Excellence for Sargassum Research (CESAR) at Lagos State University (LASU) will host the second edition of its CESAR Virtual Lecture, aimed at raising awareness about the potential and benefits of sargassum (seaweed) for littoral communities in Lagos State and across Nigeria.

Event Details:

• Title: Sargassum Watch from Space
• Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
• Time: 3:00 PM (Nigerian Time)
• Venue: Zoom | Meeting ID: 919 3640 1214 | Passcode: CESAR

Guest Speakers:

• Professor Chuanmin Hu, College of Marine Science, University of South Florida, USA
• Professor Olufemi Babalola, Managing Partner, HousTex Energy Solutions, Houston, Texas, USA

The lecture will be hosted by Professor Morenike Adewolu, Director of LASU-CESAR, with Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, mni, NPOM, Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University, serving as Chief Host.

The CESAR Virtual Lecture series continues LASU’s commitment to research-driven solutions that support sustainable livelihoods and environmental management along Nigeria’s coastal regions.

For more information, visit LASU website.