FUNAAB Alumnus Endows Students with N2m
… As COLBIOS Holds 4th Biosciences Conference By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga An alumnus of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Monsuru Adeleke, has endowed the College of Biosciences (COLBIOS), with the sum of N2 Million to support outstanding and financially-disadvantaged students in the College. Prof. Adeleke, who is currently the Deputy […]
Prof. Fakoya Delivers FUNAAB’s 110th Inaugural Lecture
… Launches ₦1 Million Prize for Best Farm Practical Year Student By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga Prof. Emmanuel Fakoya, a distinguished expert in Agricultural Extension and Rural Development at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has announced the establishment of a ₦1 million annual prize to reward the University’s Best Farm Practical Year […]
VC Tasks New Academic Staff on Innovation, Integrity
By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has urged newly employed Academic Staff of the University to embrace innovation and recognise time as a critical asset in their career progression. The Vice-Chancellor gave the charge during a One-Day Workshop organised by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships (DRIP) for newly […]
FUNAAB Zoo Park Set for Elephant Arrival, Unveils New Exotic Additions
As a leading University of Agriculture in Africa, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has continued to translate knowledge into real-world experiences, where conservation, research, and experiential learning converge. In a bold stride that reinforces its pride in wildlife management and eco-tourism, the FUNAAB Zoo Park has completed a state-of-the-art elephant enclosure, signalling a […]
Don Urges Nigeria to Embrace Predictive Data Models for National Development
… As FUNAAB Hosts 108th Inaugural Lecture By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu A Professor of Statistics in the Department of Statistics, College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Olaniyi Olayiwola, has called on policymakers and institutions in Nigeria to urgently integrate predictive statistical tools into national planning, cautioning that […]
Sustainable Blue Economy Key to Ending Fish Importation, Says Prof. Akegbejo-Samsons
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu A Professor of Aquaculture and Coastal Fisheries Management in the College of Environmental Resources Management (COLERM), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Yemi Akegbejo-Samsons, has called for the strategic harnessing of Nigeria’s aquatic resources as a sustainable pathway to tackling food insecurity and strengthening the national economy. Delivering […]
FUNAAB’s Deputy Bursar Appointed Bursar Minaret University, Ikirun
By Emeka Oluka Mr. Wahab Oloyede Azeez, a Deputy Bursar at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has been appointed as the pioneer Bursar, Minaret University (MU), a newly established faith-based institution in Ikirun, Osun State. The appointment comes as the university, owned by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria, prepares to fully commence […]
Registry is the Engine Room, Bridge Between Students and Management – Ex-UI Registrar
By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole A former Registrar of the University of Ibadan (UI) Ibadan, Oyo state, Chief (Mrs) Mojisola Ladipo, has declared that the Registry remains the engine room and indispensable bridge between students and university management, stressing that the welfare of students, academic and non-teaching staff largely depends on the effectiveness of […]
Don Seeks Law on Recycling Non-Biodegradable Waste for Construction
… As FUNAAB Holds 107th Inaugural Lecture By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga A Professor of Civil Engineering Structures, Department of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering (COLENG), at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Joseph Akinyele, on November 19, 2025, called on the Federal Government to enact urgent legislation mandating the […]
FUNAAB Launches NUC-Accredited MSc in Agroecology
By Emeka Oluka & Bolanle Olawepo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has further strengthened its role in promoting agricultural innovation, climate-smart food systems, and resilient ecosystems across Africa with the launch of its National Universities Commission (NUC)-accredited Master of Science (MSc) in Agroecology. The programme, anchored under the AGRECOFARM Initiative, was officially launched […]
FUNAAB’s 106th Inaugural Lecturer Calls for Improved Animal Welfare, Gives Department ₦1 Million
By Emeka Oluka & Bolanle Olawepo The 106th Inaugural Lecturer of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Adetola Ajadi on behalf of his siblings, announced a ₦1 million donation to the Best Graduating Student in the Department of Veterinary Surgery and Theriogenology, to be awarded at the University’s 33rd Convocation Ceremony. Prof. Ajadi, […]
Family Launches Prof. Femi Onifade Foundation
… Hosts Inaugural Memorial Lecture in His Honour By Emeka Oluka & Ridwan Sulaiman In a bid to immortalise the legacy of the late Prof. Olufemi Onifade, the family, led by his wife, Prof. Comfort Onifade, in partnership with the Initiative for Peace and Comfort (IPC), has launched the Professor Femi Onifade Memorial Foundation (PFOMF). […]
UNAAB Staff CMS Holds 38th AGM
… Declares ₦94.4M Net Surplus for 2024 By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The UNAAB Staff Cooperative Multipurpose Society (CMS) has recorded a remarkable financial milestone, declaring a net surplus of ₦94,453,602.61 for the 2024 financial year, a significant leap from the ₦60,617,839.15 recorded in 2023. This announcement was made by the President of the […]
FUNAAB Shines Again, Ranked Among Top 10 Nigerian Universities in 2025 THE Impact Rankings
By Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has achieved another remarkable feat by ranking among the top 10 Nigerian universities in the newly released 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. According to the rankings released today, June 18, 2025, FUNAAB was evaluated alongside 2,526 universities from 130 countries/regions, with 36 Nigerian […]
VC Reaffirms Commitment to Campus Safety as FUNAAB Launches Bio-Risk Management Policy
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has reaffirmed the University’s unwavering commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all, as FUNAAB officially launched its Bio-Risk Management Policy. Speaking at the unveiling, Prof. Kehinde commended the Institutional Bio-Risk Management (IBRM) Policy Implementation Committee […]
VC Reaffirms Commitment to Campus Safety as FUNAAB Launches Bio-Risk Management Policy
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has reaffirmed the University’s unwavering commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all, as FUNAAB officially launched its Bio-Risk Management Policy. Speaking at the unveiling, Prof. Kehinde commended the Institutional Bio-Risk Management (IBRM) Policy Implementation Committee […]
ANUPA-FUNAAB Holds In-House Lecture
… Pushes for Chartered Status, Champions Professional Excellence By Emeka Oluka & Aduragbemi Oke The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Chapter of the Association of Nigerian University Professional Administrators (ANUPA) has urged university administrators to champion excellence, embrace transformation, and strategically position themselves to shape the future of higher education in Nigeria. This charge […]
FUNAAB Staff School Gets Aesthetic Facelift
… A Testament to Visionary Leadership, Commitment to Quality Education By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Staff School has taken a giant leap in infrastructural excellence, proudly unveiling a refreshing new look that reflects the visionary leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde. The recently completed […]
Temilade Kilaso: A Proud FUNAAB Alumna Cultivating a Greener, Sustainable Future
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka In a world grappling with environmental challenges and the urgent need for sustainable solutions, inspiring individuals are stepping forward to make a difference. Among them is a proud alumna of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), whose work is sowing seeds of hope and change for a greener […]
FUNAAB Supports FAO’s Digital Village Initiative, Showcases Alumni as Pacesetters
By Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has once again reaffirmed its commitment to leveraging digital innovation in agriculture by actively participating in the Inception Workshop of the Food and Agriculture Organisation’s (FAO) Digital Village Initiative (DVI). Held between May 6 and 7, 2025, at the Marriott and Sheraton Hotels, Ikeja, the […]
Mr. Salihu Honoured for Innovation in Health Data Management, as Mr. Fashina Emerges AGSOSA President
By Emeka Oluka The Senior Chief Medical Records Officer and Head of the Medical Records Unit at FUNAAB Health Services, Mr. Mohammed-Rabiu Salihu, has been conferred with the Innovative Head Data Management Award by the Association of Health Records and Information Management Practitioners of Nigeria (AHRIMPN), Ogun State Chapter. The prestigious recognition was bestowed during […]
FUNAAB Matriculates 235 New Part-Time Degree Students
By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on April 22, 2025, formally welcomed 235 new students into its Part-Time Degree Programme (PTDP) for the 2024/2025 Academic Session through a combined Orientation and Matriculation Ceremony. Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, who was represented by the Deputy […]
Registrar, Other Principal Officers to Get Residences on Campus – VC
… As FUNAAB Holds 37th Congregation Meeting By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has disclosed that construction has commenced on residential quarters for the Registrar, Bursar, and the University Librarian, with plans to build for the Deputy Vice-Chancellors in the near future. He revealed that the projects were being funded […]
FUNAAB SIS Holds 2024 AGM
By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) Investment Scheme (SIS) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on April 16, 2025, held its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM), reaffirming its commitment to transparency, growth, and member satisfaction. Delivering an address on behalf of the Bursar, Mr. Olukayode […]