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 […]
PTDP Holds Matriculation, Orientates New Students
By Emeka Oluka & Bamidele Odegbami The Part-Time Degree Programme (PTDP) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), held its Matriculation Ceremony for its students on August 16, 2024. The event, which took place at the Postgraduate School Auditorium of the University, marked the official welcome of 168 new students to the University for […]
Prof. Dairo Reappointed as COLENG Dean
… As Mr. Amubode Becomes Director, FIV By Emeka Oluka & Bamidele Odegbami The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has reappointed Prof. Olawale Dairo from the Department of Agricultural and Bio-Resources Engineering as the Dean, College of Engineering (COLENG). The reappointment, which is based on the recommendation of the College Board, is for three […]
THE Impact Ranking 2024: FUNAAB Ranks 1st in SDG 2 – Zero Hunger
By Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has been ranked first in Nigeria in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 2) Zero Hunger Impact Ranking for the year 2024 by the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ranking. This information was revealed by the Resource Person/Chairman FUNAAB Committee on SDG, Prof. Adeniyi Olayanju during […]
FUNAAB Achieves New Milestone
… Ranks 7th in Africa for Exceptional Teaching Skills By Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has been recognised as one of the Top 10 African universities with the best teaching skills, ranking 7th on the prestigious list compiled by Times Higher Education (THE). This achievement was a testament to FUNAAB’s commitment […]
Pro-Chancellor Solicits Congregation’s Support at its 36th Meeting
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council, His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdur-Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land has called for the support of the members of Congregation and the University at large to assist the 8th Governing Council succeed in running the affairs of the University. […]
Pro-Chancellor Seeks Alake’s Intervention for FUNAAB Access Road’s Rehabilitation
By Emeka Oluka, Olaoye Oyewole & Joy Adeyiga The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, His Royal Majesty (HRM) Oba Abdur-Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has appealed to the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba (Dr.) Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, CFR, Okukenu IV, to leverage his influence to facilitate […]
FUNAAB Dawning a New Day to Address Food Challenges
By Emeka Oluka, Femi Dansu & Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has embarked on a massive production of cassava, livestock, and other farm products to address food security challenges in Abeokuta, in particular, and Ogun State, in general. Bearing as its core mandate of Teaching, Research and Extension Service, FUNAAB was […]
FUNAAB Holds Workshop for Deans, Directors
By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) recently organised a Workshop focused on promoting best standard ethical work practices for its Deans and Directors of Academic Centres. Held on June 27, 2024, in the Conference Room of the Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (CEADESE), the […]
TETFund-NRF Project:
Tomato Agronomic Biofortification Project Holds Inception Meeting By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Tomato Agronomic Biofortification Project, a Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETfund)-National Research Fund (NRF) sponsored project has held its Inception Meeting to kick-start the project. The meeting, was held on June, 26, 2024, at the College of Plant Science and Crop Production […]
FUNAAB Holds TETFund LMS Workshop
…Introduces PTDP Students to Hybrid Learning By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) through its Information and Communication Technology Resource Centre (ICTREC) and BytePlus, an ICT-based firm have organised a Training designed to equip ICT and Academic staff with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively use and manage […]
COLBIOS Holds Workshop for PG Students
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu As a means of preparing its Postgraduate students in the art of writing Grant Winning Proposals, the College of Biosciences (COLBIOS) has held a Grant Writing and Application Workshop for Postgraduate students in the College with the theme “Writing a Winning Grant Proposal”. Speaking during the Opening Ceremony, the […]
FUNAAB Appoints Professors Kehinde, Ayo-John, Sanwo as University Orators
By Emeka Oluka & Bamidele Odegbami The University Senate at its Special Meeting held on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, approved the appointments of Prof. Iyabode Kehinde of the Department of Pure and Applied Botany, College of Biosciences (COLBIOS); Prof. Emily Ayo-John, Department of Crop Protection, College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT) and Prof. […]
Senate Approves Late Professor Asiribo Prize
By Emeka Oluka The University Senate On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, approved the establishment of the Late Prof. Ebenezer Asiribo Prize, an endowment of One Hundred Thousand Naira (₦100,000.00), starting from the 2023/2024 Academic Session. The annual prize would be awarded to the Best Graduating Student in the Department of Statistics and would be in […]
UNAAB Staff Cooperative Holds 37th AGM
By Emeka Oluka The UNAAB Staff Cooperative Multipurpose Limited, today, June 6, 2024, held its 37th Annual General Meeting (AGM) to declare its Annual Accounts and Financial Statement for the year ended December 31, 2023. Addressing the Cooperators while presenting the Management Report of the Society, the President, Mr. Olufemi Owoade appreciated members for their […]
Don Identifies Pedagogical Methods as Major Issue in Language Teaching
By Emeka Oluka, Femi Dansu & Temiloluwa Osinuga Prof. Helen Bodunde, a leading expert in Communication and Teaching English as a Second Language of the Communication and General Studies Department at the College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has highlighted pedagogical methods as a key issue in […]
CIPM Visits FUNAAB, Talks-up Collaboration with COLAMRUD
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) recently paid a courtesy visit to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), with the aim of fostering collaboration with the Department of Agricultural Administration (AGAD), in the College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD). The meeting was held in the […]