FUNAAB Holds Workshop for 26 IBR Awardees
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, April 7, 2026, held a One-Day Workshop for 26 beneficiaries of the Institutional Based Research (IBR), supported by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund). Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, emphasised the need for improved research quality, accountability, […]
FUNAAB to Host Pre-Season Farming Seminar on Innovation, Revenue Generation Tomorrow
The Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to organise a Pre-season Farming Seminar aimed at enhancing capacity and promoting innovation in agricultural practices. The seminar, which marks the Opening Ceremony of a One-Day Capacity Training Workshop, is themed “University Farms as Incubation Ground for Innovation and Revenue Generation.” […]
FUNAAB Notifies Community on Introduction of E-Affidavit System by Ogun Judiciary
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has notified members of the community of the commencement of an electronic affidavit (e-affidavit) system by the Ogun State Judiciary. According to a circular issued by the Registrar, Dr. Titus Adeniyi, the initiative was approved by the Honourable Chief Judge of Ogun State, as contained in an official […]
FUNAAB to Inaugurate SERVICOM Marshals, Brigades on April 15
By Tayo Onayemi The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to inaugurate its SERVICOM Marshals and Brigades as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen service delivery and enhance institutional accountability. The inauguration ceremony is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at the Green Chamber by 1:00 p.m. The initiative, coordinated […]
Easter Message to the Christian Community from the Vice-Chancellor
Dear Members of the FUNAAB Christian Community, Warm greetings to you all as we celebrate Easter. Easter is a significant period that reminds us of the enduring values of sacrifice, renewal, and hope. It offers us an opportunity to reflect deeply on our individual and collective responsibilities, while renewing our commitment to the ideals that […]
FUNAAB to Hold Workshop for IBR Grant Awardees on April 7
By Patrick Erinoso The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through its Directorate of Research, Innovation and Partnerships (DRIP), is set to organise a One-Day Capacity-Building Workshop for recipients of the Institution-Based Research (IBR) grant, as part of efforts to strengthen research capacity and enhance effective research management within the University. The workshop, scheduled to […]
Prof. Idehen Assumes Office as TIMTEC Chairman
Prof. Emmanuel Idehen has officially assumed office as the Chairman of the Time-Table and Examinations Committee (TIMTEC) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). Prof. Idehen, who also serves as the Academic Coordinator of Degree Programmes at the Oyo State College of Agriculture and Technology (OYSCATECH), Igbo-Ora, was appointed following the approval of the […]
NSPRI Boss Charges IFSERAR on Innovation, Research Commercialisation for National Impact
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Raymond Osemene The Executive Director of the Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI), Prof. Lateef Sanni, has stressed the critical role of creativity and innovation in addressing complex national challenges, particularly in agriculture, health, and technology. Prof. Sanni made this known while delivering the first keynote lecture titled “World Class Research […]
VC Charges Participating Teams to Uphold Fair Play
… As FUNAAB Kicks Off 2026 Intercollegiate Sports, VC’s Cup Competition By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Tayo Onayemi The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has charged student footballers to uphold the spirit of fair play and sportsmanship as the University officially flagged off the 2026 Intercollegiate Sports/Vice-Chancellor’s Cup Competition. Declaring the […]
FUNAAB Re-Appoints Dean of COLBIOS for Second Term
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has approved the re-appointment of the Dean, College of Biosciences (COLBIOS), Prof. Iyabode Kehinde, for a second term of office. The re-appointment reaffirms the University’s confidence in her exemplary leadership, administrative competence, and commitment to advancing academic excellence within the College. According to a statement issued by the […]
COLCOMPS Holds Maiden Lecture on Academic Growth, Innovation
By Patrick Erinoso The College of Computing Sciences (COLCOMPS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has taken a bold step towards advancing academic excellence and technological development with the hosting of its maiden lecture series today, April 1, 2026. The event, held at Auditorium III of the College, centred on strategies for accelerating academic growth […]
COLFHEC Honours Former Staff at Special Appreciation Ceremony
By Raymond Osemene The College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, April 1, 2026, organised a special appreciation ceremony to honour four distinguished former staff members for their outstanding contributions to the growth and development of the College. The event, held at the Postgraduate School Auditorium, brought […]
FUNAAB’s Pioneer University Librarian Honours Mentors at Maiden Dr. T. M. Salisu Legacy Lecture
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Pioneer University Librarian of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Dr Taofiq Mabayoje Salisu, on March 31, 2026, paid glowing tributes to the mentors who shaped his illustrious career at the maiden edition of the Dr T. M. Salisu Legacy Lecture. Speaking at the event hosted at […]
FUNAAB Kicks Off 2026 Intercollegiate Sports Tomorrow
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) would commence its 2026 Intercollegiate Sports and Vice-Chancellor’s Cup tomorrow, Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, would declare the games open with a ceremonial kick-off at 2:00 p.m. The competition, featuring male and female athletes from the University’s eleven Colleges, would include Football, Volleyball, Basketball, […]
FUNAAB Hosts GIZ Delegation to Advance Skills Development, Innovation
By Joy Adeyiga & Tayo Onayemi The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) today, March 30, 2026, received an international delegation from the Skills Development for Youth Employment (SKYE) programme which is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), and Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), implemented in Nigeria […]
NLA to Host Maiden Dr. T. M. Salisu Legacy Lecture Series
By Patrick Erinoso The Nigerian Library Association (NLA), Ogun State Chapter, is set to host the maiden edition of the Dr. T. M. Salisu Legacy Lecture Series on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL), by 11:00 a.m. According to a statement issued by the University Librarian, Prof. Abayomi Owolabi, the […]
FUNAAB to Hold 112th Inaugural Lecture on April 8
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to hold its 112th Inaugural Lecture on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building. The Lecture, titled “Rock and Soil Fingerprints on Water: My Groundwater Odyssey,” would be delivered by Prof. Michael Adewole Gbadebo, a distinguished scholar in Environmental […]
FUNAAB to Host HERAN 2026 Conference on Family Empowerment, Emerging Technologies
By Patrick Erinoso The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to host the 2026 Conference of the Home Economics Research Association of Nigeria (HERAN), reaffirming its commitment to advancing interdisciplinary research and national development. The conference is being organised by the Department of Home Science and Management, College of Food Science and Human […]
FUNAAB’s Maiden COLERM Conference to begin on April 26
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through its College of Environmental Resources Management (COLERM), is set to host the maiden edition of its International Conference from April 26 to 29, 2026. The Conference, themed “Transdisciplinary Resource Management for Sustainable Environmental Resilience in Emerging Economies,” aims to foster innovative approaches to addressing environmental challenges in […]
VC Celebrates FUNAABite’s National Grant Success, Encourages Innovation Participation
By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has commended the outstanding achievement of one of its students, Mr. Oluwagbemiga Adeboye, who emerged as a beneficiary of a highly competitive Federal Government-backed Student Venture Capital Grant. Mr. Adeboye, a final-year student of Agricultural and Bio-Resources Engineering in the College of Engineering (COLENG), earned […]
Don Describes FG’s Soil Health Initiative, a Step in the Right Direction
… As FUNAAB Holds 111th Inaugural Lecture By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu A Professor of Soil Physics from the Department of Soil Science and Land Management, College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT), at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Johnson Adesodun, has described the establishment of the Nigerian Farmers Soil […]
VC Urges Students to Build Legacy Early
… As FUNAAB Alumni Host PUDS 4.0 Summit By Joy Adeyiga & Tayo Onayemi The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Alumni Association has successfully hosted the fourth edition of its Post University Degree Summit (PUDS 4.0), with the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, charging students to begin building their legacy early through resilience, clarity of […]
COLFHEC Holds Maiden CORELS Workshop on Ethical Leadership in Academia
By Raymond Osemene The College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has held its maiden Corporate Research and Leadership Workshop Series (CORELS), with a focus on the theme, “Leadership That Matters: Ethics, Influence and Service in Academia.” Declaring the workshop open on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde […]
NASU-FUNAAB Cooperative Welfare Scheme Records High Growth at 10th AGM
By Patrick Erinoso The Cooperative Welfare Scheme of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Branch, has recorded significant financial growth, during the 10th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held today, March 25, 2026. The meeting, which was held at the Comrade Isiaq Odunjo NASU Hall, brought […]