Biodegradation of Agro-Industrial Wastes by Fungi in Nigeria: A Review

Jonathan Sg.,, Francis Chukwumma Omeonu, Ajeigbe Adeola Mary, Nwokolo Victoria Modupe, Babatunde Okunola and Adegoke Ba
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Jonathan Sg.,: Myco-Pathology & Applied Microbiology Group, Department of Botany, University of Ibadan
Francis Chukwumma Omeonu: Department of Microbiology, Chrisland University, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria
Ajeigbe Adeola Mary: Myco-Pathology & Applied Microbiology Group, Department of Botany, University of Ibadan
Nwokolo Victoria Modupe: Federal College of Forestry, Jericho, Ibadan, Oyo State Nigeria
Babatunde Okunola: Myco-Pathology & Applied Microbiology Group, Department of Botany, University of Ibadan
Adegoke Ba: Myco-Pathology & Applied Microbiology Group, Department of Botany, University of Ibadan

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 3, 880-889

Abstract: Managing agro-industrial waste is a significant environmental and economic issue in Nigeria, where agriculture plays a vital role in the economy. These wastes, largely made up of lignocellulosic materials which offer opportunities for value addition through fungal biodegradation. This review examines the potential of fungi in transforming agro-industrial residues such as groundnut shells, rice husks, plantain peels, yam peels, and palm oil mill effluents. Case studies demonstrate the effectiveness of fungal species like Aspergillus niger, Trichoderma viride, and Pleurotus spp. in improving the nutritional quality of these materials, reducing environmental pollution, and enabling the creation of valuable products. Fungal biodegradation also helps to lower greenhouse gas emissions which supports environmental cleanup to produces affordable raw materials for other uses.. The review emphasizes the need for more research and the broader implementation of fungal-based waste management approaches to foster sustainable agro-industrial practices in Nigeria.

Date: 2025
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