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The Nigerian Journal of Soil Science (NJSS) is a national journal dedicated to research and development on soil as a natural resource on the earth’s surface, including soil formation, classification, and mapping, as well as physical, chemical, biological, and fertility properties of soils, and their applications to crop production. The journal is published by the Soil Science Society of Nigeria as its flagship publication.

The NJSS was founded in 1968, and is a registered member of the International Union of Soil Science (IUSS). The society is responsible for the publication of the NJSS. Membership of the society is open to all persons (ordinary), institutions, private firms and companies (cooperate) and students interested in Soil Science.

Editor-in-Chief: Professor Nafiu Abdu

Top 10 Authors

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OJENIYI STEPHEN OLUSOLA 1
Department of Crop Soil and Pest Managem...
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OJENIYI STEPHEN OLUSOLA 1
Prof.
Institution
Department of Crop Soil and Pest Management, Federal University of Technology, Akure
Email
soojeniyi@futa.edu.ng
16 Publications
4,322 Views
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4,322 7,589
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P.O. Oviasogie 2
Chemistry Division, Nigerian Institute f...
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P.O. Oviasogie 2
Institution
Chemistry Division, Nigerian Institute for Oil Palm Research (NIFOR) P.M.B 1030 Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
Email
philipoviasogie5@yahoo.com
10 Publications
2,683 Views
5,287 Downloads
2,683 5,287
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, Ezeaku, P.I. 3
Department of Soil Science, University o...
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, Ezeaku, P.I. 3
Institution
Department of Soil Science, University of Nigeria, Nsukka
9 Publications
2,400 Views
4,945 Downloads
2,400 4,945
ADESODUN Johnson Kayode
ADESODUN Johnson Kayode
Department of Soil Science and Land Mana...
ADESODUN Johnson Kayode
ADESODUN Johnson Kayode
Prof.
Institution
Department of Soil Science and Land Management, University of Agriculture, Abeokuta. Nigeria
Email
adesodunjk@funaab.edu.ng
Phone
+2348033469381
9 Publications
2,422 Views
4,752 Downloads
2,422 4,752
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AJIBOYE G. A.
Department of Soil Science and Land Mana...
AG
AJIBOYE G. A.
Institution
Department of Soil Science and Land Management, University of Agriculture, P. M. B. 2240, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Email
ajiboye_godwin@yahoo.com
8 Publications
2,353 Views
4,513 Downloads
2,353 4,513
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Akamigbo, F.O.R.
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Akamigbo, F.O.R.
7 Publications
1,995 Views
3,940 Downloads
1,995 3,940
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Jamiu Oladipupo Azeez
Department of Soil Science and Land Mana...
JO
Jamiu Oladipupo Azeez
Institution
Department of Soil Science and Land Management,Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
Email
azeez2001ng@yahoo.com
Phone
+2348037156262
7 Publications
1,945 Views
3,652 Downloads
1,945 3,652
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Olayinka A.
Department of Soil Science and Land Reso...
OA
Olayinka A.
Institution
Department of Soil Science and Land Resources Management, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Nigeria.
8 Publications
1,870 Views
3,626 Downloads
1,870 3,626
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Ahukaemere, C.M.
Department of Soil Science and Technolog...
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AHUKAEMERE C.M.
Institution
Department of Soil Science and Technology, Federal University of Technology, P.M.B. 1526, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria.
Email
mildredshine@yahoo.com
6 Publications
1,656 Views
3,305 Downloads
1,656 3,305
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Odunze Azubuike Chidowe
Department of Soil Science/IAR, Faculty ...
OA
Odunze Azubuike Chidowe
Prof.
Institution
Department of Soil Science/IAR, Faculty of Agriculture, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria
Email
acodunze@abu.edu.ng
6 Publications
1,689 Views
3,258 Downloads
1,689 3,258

Latest Research

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Research Article Aug 2025

Effect of NPK and poultry manure on selected soil properties, and performance of snake tomato (Trichosanthes cucumerina) in Wukari, Taraba State, Northeastern Nigeria

Waziah Y., JOHN WAMARHYEL GUNDIRI

This study was conducted to investigate the effect of NPK and poultry manure (PM) on selected soil properties and performance of snake tomato. The experiment was laid out in a randomized, complete block design with four treatments and three replicates. The treatments are 240 kg/ha NPK 15:15:15, 20 t...

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Research Article Apr 2025

Effects of NPK fertilizer on growth and yield of Nigerian turmeric (Curcuma longa linn.) germplasm in coastal rainforest ecology of Nigeria

Ekwere, E.O., Baiyeri, K.P, Ogbonna, P.E, Olojede, A. O, Ekwere, U.A.

The study investigated the responses of 10 Turmeric Nigerian Curcuma Longa (NCL) Germplasm, to NPK nutrient rates and its effect on some soil properties. The experiment laid out, was a 3 x 10 factorial in RCBD, to evaluate the growth and yield performance on coastal rainforest soil in Nigeria. The f...

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Research Article Apr 2023

Effect of Untreated Petroleum Refinery Effluent on Bacterial and Fungal Population of Soil and Seedling Growth of Maize (zea Mays L.) in an Ultisol.

Ogbemudia l, Ogboghodo, I. A, Edosa, Ifeyinwa Valerie1, Ekiduefe O. R.

This trial was conducted to investigate the effect of applying untreated petroleum refinery effluent on bacterial and fungal population and seedling growth of maize in an utisol. 2 kg of soil from an uncultivated land was measured into 12 pots which were then polluted with untreated refinery effluen...

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Research Article Aug 2022

Characterization and Classification of Soil - Landform Features in Nigeria's Sokoto - Rima Floodplains

Talha I. Z, Noma, S. S, Ibrahim Babagana Buji, Danmowa N. M, Adamu I.

The study was to identify and classify soils in floodplains along the Wamakko area of Sokoto-Rima in Nigeria. After profiling, samples taken from each horizon were identified, characterized, and classified into four soil types: pedons 1 and 4 (Vertisols) and pedons 2 and 3 (Entisols). The results in...

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Research Article Apr 2022

Evaluation of Furrow Infiltration by Swartzendruber and Horton’s Models in Northern Guinea Savanna of Nigeria

Aminu H G, Mudiare, O. J, Oyebode M. A, A. Abdulkadir, Aminu Z

The study aimed at evaluating two models (Swartzendruber and Horton) using furrow infiltration data measured in Samaru, Zaria. These measurements were carried out on the three-field plots A, B and C. Infiltration parameters were generated from the data measured from plots A and B and fitted into the...

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Research Article Dec 2021

Effect of Neem Tree Canopy (azadirachta Indica) on Some Selected Physical Properties of Soils in Kano University of Science and Technology Teaching and Research Farm, Gaya

Abdullahi Ibrahim Adam, Bassam Abdulrahman Lawal

The large-scale plantation of Neem trees have been used in the Sudan and Saheli- an region of Nigeria to combat desertification, deforestation, soil erosion, and reduce excessive global warming. The research was aimed to investigate the ef- fect of Neem tree canopy (Azadirachtaindica) on soil Bulk d...

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Editorial Board

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Professor Nafiu Abdu

Editor In Chief

Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria

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Professor Jamiu Oladipupu Azeez

Associate Editor

Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta

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Dr. Bello Shehu Muhammad

Managing Editor

Bayero university, Kano

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Dr. Dorcas Tinuka Ezekiel-Adewoyin

Editorial Board

Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria

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