It is my pleasure introducing Department of Microbiology to the global community. Microorganisms are more of friends than foes since those involved in beneficial activities are more than the few pathogenic/destructive ones. Microorganisms and Microbiologists are of relevance in the field of agriculture; medicine; production of: fermented foods, antibiotics, bacteriocin, organic acids, vitamins; beers, wines and vinegar; preservation of foods; bioremediation processes; production of biofuels; and as indicator organisms in prospecting for natural resources such as gas and crude oil. We are committed to equip our students with the necessary skills and technical know-how so that they are better positioned in harnessing the invisible microorganisms to drive the visible World.