FUNAAB to Benefit from UNDP Smart Agro-Innovation Hub Project
By Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has been selected to participate in the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Smart Agro-Innovation Hub Project. The announcement was made by Dr. William Tsuma, Chief Innovation Officer and Head of the UNDP Lagos Office, during a reception for the UNDP team at the Office of […]
IFSERAR Holds Pre-Retirement Seminar
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) has organised a One-Day Pre-Retirement Seminar for staff of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The Seminar, held today, October 2, 2024, at the Postgraduate School Auditorium, was aimed at equipping participants with essential tools and knowledge […]
PBST Department Honours Professors Ariyo, Ojo
By Emeka Oluka The Department of Plant Breeding and Seed Technology (PBST), College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT) today, September 27, 2024, organised a Send-Forth ceremony to honour the remarkable contributions of two distinguished Dons, Prof. Omolayo Ariyo and Prof. David Ojo, who have served both the Department and the University with dedication […]
SECOCER Honours Past Members
By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Senate Committee on Examination Results (SECOCER), on September 17, 2024, honoured its past members for their meritorious service to the Committee and the University at large. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, while addressing the awardees, commended SECOCER for its excellent work since […]
FUNAAB Alumnus Wins MasterCard Foundation Scholarship at Cambridge
By Emeka Oluka Afolabi Ayomide Emmanuel, a 2019 graduate of the Department of Plant Physiology and Crop Production (PPCP), College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has won the highly prestigious MasterCard Foundation Scholars Programme Award to study at the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom. The […]
DUFARMS Celebrates Staff for Meritorious Service
By Emeka Oluka The Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, September 11, 2024, honoured Mr. Ebunoluwa Atinuke and Mr. Shehu Babangida for their dedicated service to the Directorate. Speaking at the event organised in their honour, the Ag. Director, DUFARMS, Dr. Emmanuel Bankole appreciated the duo for […]
Mechatronics Engineering Students Hold Exhibition
… Showcase Innovative Projects By Emeka Oluka The Mechatronics Engineering Department of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) held its second exhibition today, September 4, 2024, featuring cutting-edge projects and research conducted by final-year students. The event showcased advancements in precision agriculture, including interactive displays, live demonstrations, and opportunities for attendees to engage with […]
“See the Management as Partners in Progress”, VC Admonishes New Student Leadership
By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has admonished the new student leaders who were sworn in today, September 3, 2024, to see the University Management as partners in progress in all their endeavours. The Vice-Chancellor gave the admonition during the Swearing-in Ceremony for the 2024/2025 student leadership into the FUNAAB […]
The FUNAAB Success Story: Fostering Growth, Development through Strategic Partnerships
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka In an era where global collaboration is key to academic and technological advancement, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has emerged as a leading example of how strategic partnerships could drive innovation, foster development, and enhance global reputation. Under the dynamic leadership of the 7th Substantive Vice-Chancellor, Prof. […]
Sustainable Poultry Farming: Garlic Extract Shows Promise as Antibiotic Replacement
By Durodola Makinde & Emeka Oluka The use of aqueous garlic extract as an alternative to antibiotics in promoting growth in broiler chickens was the main research focus presented at the recent Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) Monthly Seminar for August 2024. Presenting the topic “Response of Chickens to Organic […]
Expert Identifies Challenges of Food Inflation in Nigeria
…Calls for Intensive Agricultural Mechanisation By Durodola Makinde & Emeka Oluka An expert in Agricultural practices and the Acting Director, Directorate of University Farms, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Dr. Emmanuel Bankole has lend his voice to address the issue of rising food inflation in the country. Dr. Bankole who was a guest on […]
DITTECS Holds Inclusion, Sensitisation Seminar on UN-SDGs
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu In a bid to join forces to drive the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs), the Directorate of Technologists and Technical Staff (DITTECS) of the University, on August 22, 2024, held a One-Day Seminar at the Green Chamber. Themed, “Linking DITTECS Activities to the UN-SDGs,” the Inclusion and Sensitisation […]