FUNAAB to Hold Capacity-Building Workshop for Academic, Support Staff of FCAIB, OYSCATECH
By Emeka Oluka In a bid to strengthen institutional capacity, engender academic integrity and improve service delivery, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to hold a workshop targeted at enhancing the skills and competencies of Academic and support staff of the Federal College of Agriculture, Ibadan (FCAIB) and the Oyo State College […]
FUNAAB’s 98th Inaugural Lecture:
Finally! Goats Gain an Advocate in FUNAAB Don By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu Goat, an animal that has been tagged stubbornly by many can now heave a sigh of relief as it can now boast of an Advocate in the person of Prof. James Daramola, an expert in Reproductive Physiology from the Department of […]
DRIP Director Wins Prestigious AI Award
By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Director, Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships (DRIP) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Mutiu Busari, has won the second-place position in the prestigious AI Application for Enhancing Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Award. The award was presented during the 2025 AI Awareness Day […]
Pioneer UL Delivers NAL Eminent Personality Lecture
… Calls on Librarians to Harness the Advantages of AI By Emeka Oluka and Joy Adeyiga “With the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Nigerian libraries have the potential to significantly enhance their services through improved Information Management and User Engagement.” This was the submission of Dr. Taofik Salisu, the Pioneer University Librarian, Federal University of […]
DVC, Development Continues Official Tour with Visits to ICGNS, DUFARMS
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development), Prof. Kola Adebayo, has continued his official tour of Units, Centres, Directorates, and Institutes under his supervision, with recent visits to the Institute of Communication and General Studies (ICGNS) and the Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS). During his visit to ICGNS, Prof. Adebayo commended the […]
The Bahamas Delegation Visits Alake, ARI, Other Key Institutions
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Emeka Oluka & Raymond Osemene As part of their official visit to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), a high-profile delegation from The Bahamas, led by Ambassador (Dr.) Godfrey Eneas and his wife, Mrs. Sandra Eneas, paid homage to the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) […]
FUNAAB Strengthens Global Academic Impact with Expanded Degree Programmes, New Accreditations
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka In a remarkable stride towards making quality higher education accessible, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), a leading institution in agricultural and technological education in Africa, under the leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has continued to increase its academic footprint with a new wave of expansion […]
FUNAAB-Wafroex Honey Production Partnership Yields Positive Results
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The strategic partnership between the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) and Wafroex Ltd, an agro-allied company, has yielded positive results as honey harvesting has commenced on the University campus. As part of its corporate social responsibility initiative, Wafroex has donated another set of 70 Lyson Langstroth Beehives to […]
AIMP Visits FUNAAB to Seek Collaboration, Membership
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Association of Applied Information Management Professionals (AIMP), on February 6, 2025, paid a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, to foster collaboration and encourage membership in the Association. The AIMP delegation, led by the Ogun State Coordinator, Mr. Abiodun Rosanwo, met with the Vice-Chancellor and other […]
FUNAAB Selected for Investment in iDICE Project
By Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has been pre-selected to participate in the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) Project, an initiative of the Federal Government of Nigeria. The information was contained in a Letter of Notification sent to the University and signed by the Coordinator, Special Projects, Dr. Joshua […]
President Tinubu Urges FUNAAB Graduates to Revolutionise Agriculture at 32nd Convocation
By Emeka Oluka President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR has urged graduates of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), to embrace innovation, integrity, and commitment as they step into the real world and the dawn of a new chapter in their lives. The President, who is also the Visitor to the University, made the charge […]
NADF Boss Charges FUNAAB Graduates to be Bold, Innovative
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu Graduates of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) have been charged to be bold, innovative, and relentless in their pursuit of agricultural excellence. The ExecutiveSecretary, National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), Mr.Mohammed Abu Ibrahim gave the charge while delivering the Convocation Lecture of FUNAAB’s 32nd Convocation Ceremony on January […]
32nd Convocation Ceremony:
FUNAAB Applauds Senator Salisu for Championing Camp-Alabata Road Rehabilitation By Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has expressed profound gratitude to Senator Shuaib Afolabi Salisu, Chairman, Senate Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity, and Senator representing Ogun Central Senatorial District, for his instrumental role in the ongoing reconstruction of the road from Camp […]
“Neighbours Warned I’d Get a Brain Tumor from Excessive Reading,” Says FUNAAB’s Best Graduating Student
By Emeka Oluka The Best Graduating student of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Mr. Senibi Solomon Olaoluwa has relayed his experience on how neighbours had warned him of the possibility of developing a brain tumor for his love for reading. Senibi shared his inspiring story in his Valedictory Speech delivered on behalf of […]
VC Thanks Horti Nigeria for Donation to FUNAAB Farmers
…Calls on Youths to Contribute their Quota Towards Eradicating Hunger By Emeka Oluka The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has called on youths to embrace farming as a means of contributing their quota towards eradicating hunger in the country. Prof. Kehinde made the call while appreciating Horti Nigeria […]
Pro-Chancellor Advocates for Modern Farming Practices
… As FUNAAB Holds Agri-Machinery Road Show By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), HRM, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has underscored the need to modernise farming practices in Nigeria to address the country’s growing food […]
FUNAAB Records Another Bumper Harvest of Habanero, Bell Pepper
Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has recorded another successful harvest of Habanero and Bell pepper, thanks to a collaborative effort between Musarchy Farms and the FUNAAB Integrated Ventures (FIV). Speaking with FUNAAB Bulletin during the harvest today, January 20, 2025, Mr. Taiwo Ojediran, Chief Executive Officer of Musarchy […]
FUNAAB Kicks Off 32nd Convocation Ceremony with Jumat Prayers
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has commenced its 32nd Convocation Ceremony with Jumat Prayers at the University Mosque today, Friday, January 17, 2025. Addressing the Muslim faithful after the Jumat, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, expressed profound gratitude to the Muslim Community for their unwavering support and […]
INHURD to Host Capacity Building Workshop for Staff
By Emeka Oluka The Institute for Human Resources Development (INHURD) is set to host a workshop for its staff members for the 2024/2025 Academic Session. The workshop titled “Promoting a Supportive Campus Environment: Integrating Classroom Management, Teaching Methodologies, and Institutional Ethics” aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of the staff members of the Institute […]
NASU-FUNAAB Begins 2025 with Prayers, Supports Members’ Welfare
By Emeka Oluka & Patrick Erinoso The Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has ushered in the year 2025 with prayers for the advancement of the University and its union leaders and members’ families. The prayer session took place at the NASU Secretariat during the union’s first congress of […]
IFSERAR, SIWES, VTH Get New Directors
By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has announced the appointment of three distinguished academics as Directors of key units within the University. Prof. Olusegun Idowu, a Governing Council Member of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and a scholar from the Department of Animal Nutrition, College of Animal Science […]
“Let’s Rededicate Ourselves to the University,” VC Charges Staff
By Emeka Oluka As activities for the New Year 2025 kicked off, staff members of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) have been charged to rededicate themselves to the advancement of the University for its greater good. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, made this charge today, January 7, 2025, while addressing members of staff […]
COLENG Set to Host 10th Graduate Induction Ceremony on January 9
By Emeka Oluka The College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Abeokuta branch, is set to host the 10th COLENG/NSE Graduate Induction Ceremony for the 2023/2024 Academic Session graduates. The induction ceremony, scheduled to take place on January 9, 2025, would commence at […]
COLAMRUD Clinches Victory at VC’s Cup Finale
By Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Intercollegiate Sports/Vice-Chancellor’s Cup ended on a good note on December 18, 2024, with a Final Match between the College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD) and the College of Biosciences (COLBIOS). The event, which was organised by the Directorate of Sports and Wellness, was […]