COLPHYS, COLBIOS Get Deans
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin Professors Catherine Eromosele and David Agboola have been appointed as Pioneer Deans for the newly-established College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS) and College of Biosciences (COLBIOS), respectively. Both Colleges were created from the former College of Natural Sciences (COLNAS). Professor Eromosele, former Head, Department of Chemistry, whose research […]
Council Members Inspect On-going Projects
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin Members of the Capital Development Committee of the University Governing Council have conducted a guided inspection tour of the on-going projects on campus. The projects inspected were the Information and Communications Technology Resources Centre (ICTREC), Centre for Entrepreneurship (CENTS) Building and the 1,000-seater Lecture Theatre. Others include […]
Spend More Time in Teaching English Language – NATRESL
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin A call has gone to educational authorities to ensure that more emphasis is placed in allocating adequate time to the teaching and learning of English Language, as this would enhance a better understanding of the language. This was part of the recommendations given in a communique, issued […]
FUNAAB IS NOW A JAMB REGISTRATION CENTRE CLICK FOR MORE INFORMATION
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin JAMB REGISTRATION PROCEDURE FOR FUNAAB/JAMB REGISTRATION CANDIDATES The following procedure is to be observed by registration candidates i. Candidates coming for registration must come with the following (a) Jamb scratch card purchase from accredited banks; (b) Original copy of the Bank Teller with which the scratch card […]
December 2014 Biotechnology Training
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin The 4th in the Series of 2014 Training Workshops on Applicable Biotechnologies in Agricultural Research Featuring: Bioinformatics and Phylogenetic Analyses Comprising: Gene Data bank Analyses DNA Mapping, Multiple Alignment of DNA and Proteins Data Mining and gene mining relative to Phylogenetic Evolution Participant: Postgraduate Students and […]
‘What It Means To Be Successful’
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin Dr. Henry Bakare, a motivational speaker and the guest lecturer at the recently-held Valedictory Service for graduating students in the College of Food Science And human Ecology (COLFEHC), has highlighted what it takes to be successful in life. According to him, success meant many things to different […]
FUNAAB Oil-Palm Mill Begins Operation
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin As part of efforts geared towards improving the University’s ranking as a World Bank Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment, as well as increase its internally generated revenue, the institution’s Oil-Palm Mill has commenced operations. This piece of information was disclosed by the Principal […]
FRESH STUDENTS RESUME FOR 2014/2015 ACADEMIC SESSION
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin Fresh students of the University have resumed for the 2014/2015 Academic Session and commenced the online registration and verification of results at their various Departments and Colleges. The new students, who could hardly contain their excitement for gaining admission into the University, shared their registration experiences, dreams […]
TETFund Boss Calls for Impactful Research
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin A member of the Board of Trustees, Tertiary Education Trust Fund(TETFund), representing the SouthWest, Lady Anna Kolawole, has charged scholars to carry out research that would bring about positive economic growth and development to Nigeria. Lady Kolawole gave this charge while addressing scholars embarking on TETFund-sponsored academic projects […]
Winners Emerge at COLNAS Poster Competition
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin Three winners have emerged at the Second Poster Competition for Final Year Students in the Department of Biological Sciences, College of Natural Sciences (COLNAS) of the University. The winners are: Miss. Cynthia Ejike, who came first with poster number two titled, “Development and Testing of An Health […]
Education Minister Lauds AVCNU
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin The Minister of Education, Mallam Ibrahim Shakarau, has commended members of the Association of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities (AVCNU) for maintaining discipline and integrity among its members. Mallam Shakarau made this known recently during a send-forth dinner party, held in honour of former members of the association. […]
ADMISSION TO POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES FOR 2014/2015 ACADEMIC SESSION
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission to the following Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters and Doctor of Philosophy Degree programmes at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria Admission Requirements To be eligible for admission to the Postgraduate Diploma Programme, candidate must be first degree […]
Don identifies Challenges facing African Women Researchers
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin The Acting Head, Department of Hospitality and Tourism, College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), and a Fellowship Awardee, African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD), Dr. Mobolaji Omemu, has identified cultural norms, family demands, gender inequality, lack of role models, lack of leadership skills […]
Serve With Diligence – VC Charges Student Union Leaders
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) and the President, Association of African Universities (AAU), Professor Olusola Oyewole, has called on the newly-elected Student Union executives of the University (FUNAABSU), to serve with diligence by showing humility, high sense of responsibility and the fear of God. […]
Stakeholders Brainstorm on Food Security at NIFST Conference
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin The 38th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST), served as a forum for robust discourse as stakeholders brainstormed on how food security can be enhanced in view of the daunting challenges facing food production in Africa. The theme of the conference […]
Priorities for Transforming African Higher Education into the 21st Century
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin Nigeria, , with an estimated population of 150 million people, is located on the West Coast of Africa, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and four countries, namely, Cameroon to the East, Benin Republic to the West, Chad to the North and Niger to the North. It has […]
Education, Vital to National Development, Says Professor Adedipe
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin The Pioneer Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nurudeen Adedipe, has described education as very crucial in the realisation of national aspirations and development. According to the erudite scholar, governments that are conscious of the importance of education should be commended and encouraged to do more in the interest of the […]
Priorities for Transforming African Higher Education into the 21st Century
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin Nigeria, , with an estimated population of 150 million people, is located on the West Coast of Africa, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and four countries, namely, Cameroon to the East, Benin Republic to the West, Chad to the North and Niger to the North. It has […]
FUNAAB to Host Climate Research Programme, Receives NUC Team
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin The African Academy of Sciences (AAS), has shortlisted the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) as a hosting institution for the Climate Impact Research Capacity and Leadership Enhancement (CIRCLE), Sub-Saharan African Programme. The shortlisting was communicated to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olusola Oyewole by the Acting Head, Department […]
Microfinance Bank Poised to Serve You Better, Says MD
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin The Managing Director of the UNAAB Microfinance Bank Limited, Mr. Abimbola Adewale, has disclosed that the bank was fully prepared to offer interesting services and products to its existing and intending customers. The MD gave the assurance recently, saying the vision of the bank was to be […]
FUNAAB BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTRE TRAINING PROGRAMMES 2014
Last Updated on December 16, 2014 by admin The Federal University of Agriculture Biotechnology Practical Training Programmes comprising: Molecular Cloning and Plant Genetic Transformation and Micro propagation RT-PCR in Genomic Applications Principle and Applications of Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) in Detection of Pathogen and Toxins will be running concurrently from 1st to 5th September, […]