Workshop on Facework for Mental Health in Nigeria Holds at Aro

By Emmanuel Chinaguh & Olasunkanmi Olajide The Neuropsychiatric Hospital (NPH), Aro, Abeokuta, played host to a Workshop on Facework for Mental Health in Nigeria on December 6, 2023. This event, a component of the TETFund NATIONAL RESEARCH FUND Grant-supported research initiative led by the former Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta […]

FUNAAB Sets a New Record with State-of-the-Art Scanning Machine

 … As Nimbe Adedipe Library Hosts Training Workshop for Staff  By Emeka Oluka & OlaoyeOyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has acquired the Bookeye 4 Record-Keeping Machine through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) intervention. Concurrently, the NimbeAdedipe Library organised a comprehensive 2-Day Training Workshop for University staff to familiarise them with the […]

FUNAABites Commend Horti Nigeria’s Solar Irrigation System

 By OlasunkanmiOlajide & OlaoyeOyewole Students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), have expressed their appreciation to Horti Nigeria for introducing them to the Solar Irrigation System. This commendation came about during a routine inspection conducted by Horti Nigeria at the FADAMA Farm Site in the University. Several students who experienced the benefits of […]

FUNAAB Commissions TETFund Projects

 … Earns Commendation from Senator Adeola  By Emeka Oluka, Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola has commended the University’s consistent developmental achievements during the Commissioning of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Sponsored Projects at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) on December […]

NOLAP Poised to Collaborate with FUNAAB on Beef, Dairy Ranch

 … To Establish Cattle Ranch on Campus  By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu In a significant stride towards fostering agricultural innovation and ensuring sustainable food production, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has unveiled ambitious initiatives to create a state-of-the-art ranch dedicated to beef and dairy farming. The collaboration for this project involved NOLAP […]

Horti Nigeria Collaborates with FUNAAB

 … Builds a Sustainable, Inclusive Horticulture Sector in FUNAAB  By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu Horti Nigeria has started a collaborative effort in the areas of establishing a sustainable and inclusive horticulture sector within the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). Spanning four years from 2021 to 2025, the programme is financially supported by the […]

 Introducing the Newest Member of the FUNAAB Zoo Family!

We are thrilled to announce the arrival of a precious baby donkey, “BAMGBO” right here at FUNAAB Zoo Park! This adorable addition to our animal family is already stealing hearts with his playful antics. Bamgbo is a symbol of new beginning. Join us in celebrating this special moment!  Visit our female donkey and her adorable […]

20 Female STEM Students Complete Solar Training

 By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Graduates of the Energising Education Programme (EEP), in collaboration with the World Bank Group, Rural Electrification Agency (REA), and CEESOLAR, have completed the first stage of the Theoretical Phase of the Solar Hybrid Power-Plant Training programme Phase II for 20 female Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) interns […]

DPR Gets New Acting Head

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has appointed Mr. Olasunkanmi Olajide as the Acting Head of the Directorate of Public Relations (DPR). The appointment, effective from December 1, 2023, was communicated to him in a letter signed by the Acting Registrar, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Dawodu. The letter emphasised Mr. Olajide’s proven leadership capabilities and highlighted […]

Sustainable Power for Research Underway – VC

 By Adeboye Fafiolu & Emeka Oluka The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde recently announced the progress of the University’s new Solar Power Plant during a visit to the site of the Solar Power Plant within the precincts of the Directorate of Works and Services. Accompanied by key University Officials, including the immediate past Vice-Chancellor of Glorious […]

Entomological Society Honours VC, Others

 By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has been honoured by the  Entomological Society of Nigeria at the Society’s 52nd Annual Scientific Conference, recently held at the Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye. The Award recognised Prof. Kehinde’s significant support to the Conference and his outstanding academic leadership. The Vice-Chancellor was represented […]

FUNAAB Appoints New Directors

 By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Olaoye Oyewole The University Management recently announced the appointment of new Directors across different Directorates. The appointed Directors are as follows: Dr. ‘Wunmi Anthonia Abimbola-Okunneye as Director, the Directorate of Technologists and Technical Staff (DITTECS); Engr. Kehinde Bamisile, Director, Directorate of Physical Planning; Mrs. Yewande Baiyewu, Director, Directorate of Internal Audit; […]