Crop Name: Maize
National Code: NGZM-09-89
Variety Name: Oba Super 6
Original Name: HY02-5
Outstanding Characteristics: More adapted to Southern Guinea Savanna, Northern Guinea Savanna and Sudan Savanna ecologies, high yield, drought tolerant, low soil nitrogen-efficient, excellent plant and ear aspect. (7-8t/ha)
Agroecological Zones: Rainforest and lowland Savanna ecologies
Origin/Source: IITA, Ibadan
Developing Institute: IITA, Ibadan
Breeder(s)/Collaborators: A. Menkir, O. A. Ibikunle and M. O. Omidiji
Potential Yield (t/ha): 8
Year of Release: 2009
Year of Registration: 2009