Involve Statisticians in the Fight Against COVID-19, Says Don

The Head, Department of Statistics, College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS) of the University, Dr. Olaniyi Olayiwola has called for the involvement of statisticians in the fight against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Nigeria. Speaking at an event organized by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS), Nigeria Local Group, Dr. Olayiwola, who doubles as chairman of the […]

Appreciation

The Director, University Health Services, Dr. Abiodun Amusan, has acknowledged and appreciated the donation of 25 litres of bleach to his office. The gesture was made by Dr. Enovwo Odjegba of the Department of Water Resources Management, College of Environmental Resources Management (COLERM) of FUNAAB while the bleach was manufactured using the equipment donated by […]

Rape: A Ticking Time Bomb

Recent increases in rape cases have stirred up discussions in Nigeria and the world at large. With the rising rape cases across the country, the social space has also been awash with conversations revolving around this national problem called rape with the call on the government to mete out stiffer punishment to culprits. Over the […]

FUNAAB Frowns At Encroachment On Varsity Land

The Governing Council and Management of FUNAAB have frowned at the increasing rate of encroachment by various individuals and groups on University land. According to the Registrar, Dr. ‘Bola Adekola, in recent times, various nefarious activities relating to kidnapping, rituals, establishment of fringe religious groups, unauthorised farming, felling of timbers and mining are being carried […]

FUNAAB, FRIN Set to Collaborate on Forest Development

The University is ready to collaborate with the Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria (FRIN), to develop a university-based forest, made of various species of forest plants. Welcoming the team from FRIN, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako described the collaboration as ‘good’ and noted that FRIN had agreed to establish 10 hectares of plantation every year […]

Health & Fitness: Eating for Fitness

Do you know that “the less you eat, the more fit you become”? Little wonder nutritionists and fitness instructors insist that the first step at achieving physical fitness is not by joining a gym alone but controlling what goes into the mouth. According to an article published on www.maximuscle.com, knowing what food to eat for […]

COVID-19: FUNAAB Embarks on Another Round of Decontamination

Following the announcement by the Presidential Task-Force on COVID-19 that there would likely be a surge in the pandemic, the University has embarked on another round of decontamination of the entire campus to ensure the safety of staff and those who may have dealings with FUNAAB. According to the Registrar, Dr. ‘Bola Adekola, decontamination commenced […]

FUNAAB Goes Tough on Safety Protocol Defaulters

It would no longer be business as usual for staff and visitors that are coming into the campus as the University Management has put in place effective checks on those that fail to adhere to safety protocols against the prevention and spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The need to go tough on defaulters became […]

Works Set to Introduce Waste Disposal Machine

The Director, Works and Services, Engr. Oluwole Akinyele has disclosed that he is currently working towards introducing waste management disposal using the Power X Machine. Engr. Akinyele stated that the innovation would be carried out with the use of a tractor and other mechanised system to eliminate the manual method of collecting and disposing waste. […]

How Exercise, Physical Fitness Can Promote Human Health

The National Institute of Aging (NIA), United States’ Department of Health and Human Resources, outlines the four types of exercises that can help improve human health and physical activity. They include endurance, which are activities that help to keep people healthy, improve fitness, and aid the performance of important daily tasks. Endurance exercises improve the […]

2020 Promotion Exercise Begins

The University has commenced the 2020 promotion and salary increment exercise for all categories of staff. The Registrar, Dr. ‘Bola Adekola informed that the promotion would be guided by the provisions of Chapter Three of the University Rules and Regulations governing the conditions of service for both senior and junior staff and other conditions specified […]

VC Addresses NIPSS Course Participants

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako has addressed participants of the Senior Executive Course (SEC) 42, 2020 of the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, via online Zoom meeting. The Vice-Chancellor, who spoke extensively on the topic, “Trends in Population Growth and Human Capital Development: Challenges and Prospects”, noted the diversity of Nigeria […]

VC Felicitates with Agura

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako has felicitated with HRM, Oba Saburee Bakre on his 60th birthday anniversary and first year on the throne as the Agura of Gbagura. Speaking during a courtesy call, the Vice-Chancellor lauded the royal father for promoting peaceful coexistence and development of Gbaguraland since his ascension to the throne of his […]

How Exercise, Physical Fitness Can Promote Human Health

Exercise, as a subset of physical activity is one of the best activities that man can engage in to improve and promote man’s overall health. Over the years, regular exercise has been described as a powerful tool that humans do to keep them in shape no matter their ages or fitness level. According to an […]

FUNAAB Manufactures Automated Hand Sanitizer Dispenser 

In its bid to align with the Federal Government’s policy on industrialisation and to showcase the ingenuity of the nation’s ivory towers, the University has unveiled a pilot Automated Hand Sanitizer Dispenser, produced by the Directorate of Works and Services, led by the Director, Engr. Oluwole Akinyele. According to him, the production is still at […]

VC Felicitates with Abeokuta Monarchs

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako has felicitated with royal fathers in Abeokuta on their birthday and coronation anniversaries. The Olubara of Ibara Kingdom, HRM, Oba (Dr.) Jacob Omolade (Lafa II), marked his 87th birthday anniversary, while the Osile of Oke-Ona Egba land, HRM, Oba (Dr.) Adedapo Tejuoso (Karunwi III), celebrated his 30th coronation anniversary. The […]

Security, Everybody’s Responsibility, Says ACEO

The Assistant Chief Environmental Officer (ACEO) of the University, Mr. Peter Bolarinwa has described security as the collective responsibility of all; irrespective of gender, language, race or colour particularly as the country is currently combating the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.  Speaking during an interview with FUNAAB Bulletin, Mr. Bolarinwa, who was represented by the […]

VC Lauds ‘So-Safe’ Corps

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako has commended the Ogun State Social Orientation and Safety Corps, otherwise known as ‘So-Safe’ Corps for complementing the efforts of other security outfits in providing adequate security in Ogun State. Receiving the Ogun State ‘So-Safe’ Corps, Odeda Division, Superintendent Officer Augustine Ogunseye; Operational Officer, Jimoh Aluwe Seun; and Finance Officer, Kola Ogunnaike in his […]

Administrative Activities Seamless During Lockdown—Registrar

The Registrar, Dr. ‘Bola Adekola has revealed that the secret behind the seamless and smooth administrative functioning of the University during the lockdown and the gradual easing of lockdown directives by the Federal and State governments was due to the transition of the FUNAAB Registry Department from paper operation to automation. The Registrar said that most […]

COVID-19: Traders, Drivers Bemoan Low Patronage on Campus

Business and transport owners in FUNAAB have lamented low patronage as a result of the COVID-19 lockdown. Sharing his experience, Mr. Adeniyi Afolayan, a bus driver plying the University road stated that the current situation had affected every facet of his transport business, stressing that the directive by the Federal Government for drivers not to […]

FUNAAB Mourns Former VC

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Felix Kolawole Salako on behalf of the Governing Council, Senate, Staff and Students of the University, regrets to announce the demise of the Third Substantive Vice-Chancellor of FUNAAB (2001 – 2006) Emeritus Professor Israel Folorunsho Adu.               The late Emeritus Professor Adu whose sad event occurred on Sunday, June 7, 2020 was […]

Expert Advises Staff to Spend Wisely During COVID-19

A Chartered Accountant and Deputy Bursar II, Bursary Department in the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Mrs. Aderonke Adeofun has advised members of staff of the University to spend wisely during the current COVID-19 Pandemic.               Mrs. Adeofun, who gave the advice during a chat with FUNAAB Bulletin said nobody knows what the post […]

PROF. PETER ADEBOLA OKUNEYE: HOME CALL

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Felix Salako on behalf of the Governing Council, Senate, Staff and Students of Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta regrets to announce the untimely death of Professor Peter Adebola Okuneye, whose death occurred on Monday 8th June, 2020.               Professor Peter Adebola OKUNEYE was born on the 23rd day of December, 1953 in […]

DUFARMS Tackles Food Insecurity

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has taken proactive steps to mitigate the negative impacts COVID-19 might have on global food security after its ravaging effects on the country and the world at large.               Speaking during an interview with FUNAAB Bulletin, Director, Directorate of University Farms (DUFRAMS), Mr. Joseph Olobasola disclosed that in […]