Prof. Badmus Appointed as New Director of Academic Planning
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has appointed Prof. Biodun Badmus of the Department of Physics, College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), as the new Director of the Directorate of Academic Planning, with effect from May 2, 2026. The appointment, according to the Ag. Head, Directorate of Public Relations, Mr. Olasunkanmi Olajide, is for a […]
FUNIS Shines in 2026 UTME with Exceptional Results
By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS), has once again demonstrated its steady commitment to academic excellence, as its students recorded outstanding performances in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). In a remarkable display of brilliance and academic preparedness, 10 students making 23% of the total students who took […]
COLPLANT Holds Seminar on Postgraduate Success Blueprint
By Raymond Osemene The College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT), has hosted the 14th edition of its College Seminar Series, aimed at equipping postgraduate students with essential tools for academic excellence. The seminar, held on April 22, 2026, at the College Seminar Room, was themed “The Complete Postgraduate Blueprint: Research, Writing and Presentation,” […]
113th Inaugural Lecture: PPSN Pays Courtesy Visit to VC
By Olaoye Oyewole Earlier in the morning today, April 22, 2026, the Council of the Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria (PPSN), paid a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, in solidarity with its President and the University’s 113th Inaugural Lecturer, Prof. Sam Olufemi Sam-Wobo. Welcoming the high-powered delegation, the Vice-Chancellor described […]
Don Calls for Bold Strategies to Combat Parasitic Diseases in Nigeria
… As FUNAAB Holds 113th Inaugural Lecture By Femi Dansu A distinguished expert in Public Health Parasitology and Epidemiology at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Sam Olufemi Sam-Wobo, has called for bold, innovative, and compassionate strategies to combat parasitic diseases in Nigeria and worldwide. Delivering the University’s 113th Inaugural Lecture titled “As […]
DITTECS to Hold 3rd World Laboratory Day Celebration on April 23
By Femi Dansu The Directorate of Technologists and Technical Staff (DITTECS) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to host the 3rd edition of World Laboratory Day Celebration on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Scheduled to take place at the Postgraduate School Auditorium at 10:00 a.m., the event is themed “AI in Research: […]
Academic Excellence: FUNAAB Reaffirms Commitment to Ethical Research, Capacity Development
By Olaoye Oyewole & Patrick Erinoso The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has reiterated its commitment to academic excellence through sustained staff training, strengthened research ethics, and structured manuscript evaluation processes aimed at promoting integrity and global best practices. The assurance was given during a Research and Ethics Training Programme held today, April 21, […]
NDLEA Seeks Partnership with FUNAAB to Curb Illicit Drug Cultivation
By Joy Adeyiga & Raymond Osemene The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has proposed a strategic partnership with the Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to combat illicit drug cultivation through sustainable agricultural practices. The Chairman/CEO of the NDLEA, Brigadier- General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), made the call during a courtesy visit to the […]
Prof. Bodunde Formally Hands-Over to Prof. Sotiloye as Publications Committee Chairperson
By Raymond Osemene The immediate past Chairperson of the Publications Committee, Prof. Helen Bodunde, today, April 20, 2026, formally handed over the leadership of the Committee to Prof. Bosede Sotiloye, concluding a tenure marked by significant reforms, expanded responsibilities, and institutional growth. Speaking during the handover ceremony, Prof. Bodunde expressed appreciation for the opportunity to […]
FUNAAB Welcomes NUC Panels for Resource Assessment of New Proposed Programmes
By Joy Adeyiga, Raymond Osemene & Patrick Erinoso The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, April 20, 2026, received six verification panels from the National Universities Commission (NUC), for the resource assessment of its proposed academic programmes, as part of efforts to secure final approval. The programmes under review include Geophysics, Water Sanitation and […]
FUNAAB to Hold Training-of-Trainers Workshop on Research Ethics Policy on Tuesday
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through its University Research Ethics Committee (UREC), is set to organise a Training-of-Trainers workshop on the FUNAAB Research Ethics Policy for Deans and Directors of Academic Centres. The workshop, aimed at strengthening ethical standards and compliance in research across the University, would equip participants with the requisite knowledge […]