Oluyole Club, Lagos Announces 2025 Annual Bursary Awards for FUNAAB Students
The Oluyole Club, Lagos, a socio-cultural organisation of notable Ibadan indigenes resident in Lagos State, has announced its 2025 Annual Bursary Awards for eligible Ibadan indigent students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). According to a memo by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Development, Prof. Olawale Dairo, the annual bursary scheme was part of the […]
In Pictures: The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde commissions maintenance equipment, as a total of six brush cutters and one push mower are handed over to the Student Affairs Division, while other Colleges receive one brush cutter each.
Credit: Gbolahan Lawal
FUNAAB, Austria’s PeaceEye Partner on Digital Tool to Address Farmer–Herder Conflict
By Olasunkanmi Olajide In a bold move to resolve the lingering farmer-herder crisis in Nigeria, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, January 19, 2026, entered into a strategic partnership with PeaceEye FlexCo, an Austria-based geospatial intelligence and digital innovation company, to develop a technology-driven Farmer–Herder App aimed at preventing and mitigating conflicts across […]
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FUNAAB Unveils Programme of Events for 33rd Convocation Ceremony … Access Holdings Chairman, Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR, to Deliver Convocation Lecture The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Africa’s leading University of Agriculture, has announced the programme of activities for its 33rd Convocation Ceremony, underscoring its enduring commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and national development. The Vice-Chancellor, […]
From FUNAAB to Global Science: Hammed Tukur Is Democratising Molecular Biology Training for Africa
… Establishes BioSim Lab, a Virtual Biotechnology Platform Empowering Students Across Resource-Limited Settings Mr. Hammed Tukur, a PhD student in Molecular Biosciences at the Newcastle University, United Kingdom and Founder of BioSim Lab, has translated his academic experience at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), into a global innovation aimed at transforming molecular biology […]
FUNAAB Alumnus Joins Nigeria’s Strategic Elite, Earns Prestigious NIPSS mni Honour
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has once again captured national attention as one of its eminent alumni, Dr. Kazeem Akande, has been conferred with the highly prestigious title of Member of the National Institute (mni) honour by the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, […]
FUNAAB Introduces Toll to Ease Traffic on Convocation Day
By Raymond Osemene As part of arrangements for its forthcoming 33rd Convocation Ceremony, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has announced a temporary traffic control measure to ensure smooth vehicular movement on the event day. According to a memo issued by the Revenue Enhancement and Monitoring Unit (REMU), a ₦500 event toll would be […]
Honey Bees and Healthy Humans: Nature’s Silent Partners in Human Wellbeing
The relationship between honey bees and humans is a remarkable partnership that sustains life, health and the environment. From the food on our tables to the medicines in our homes, from clean air to the livelihoods of millions of families, the tiny honey bee works quietly behind the scenes to keep humanity nourished, healthy and […]
Photos Speak: FUNAAB Officials Inspect CENTS Building Ahead of Final Hand Over
Ahead of the Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies (CENTS) Building formal handover, officials of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), drawn from the Directorate of Physical Planning, Works and Services, the Procurement Unit, alongside representatives of Rocktools Nigeria Limited, and led by the Centre’s Director, Prof. Sakiru Akinbode, conducted a final inspection of the CENTS […]
Registry Dept. Holds Annual Thanksgiving Session
By Patrick Erinoso The Registry Department of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, January 13, 2026, held its annual Thanksgiving and Prayer Session to usher in the new year. The event brought together members of staff for a solemn time of worship, reflection and thanksgiving. The programme featured praise and worship, exhortation and […]
In Pictures: FUNIS Holds Send-Forth Programme for Immediate Past DVC, Academic, Prof. Olukayode Akinyemi who is currently the Vice-Chancellor, Aletheia University, Ago-Iwoye👇
COLBIOS to hold 4th Biennial Biosciences Conference from March 9
Academics, industry professionals, public servants, students, and other stakeholders are invited to submit manuscripts aligned with the conference theme and sub-themes as stated in the poster. Selected high-quality papers would be published in a special edition of the FUNAAB Journal of Natural Science (ASSET) after presentation at the conference. Abstract submission deadline: February 15, 2026.
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The College of Engineering, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has announced the 4th College of Engineering International Conference (CEIC 2026).
The Dean of the College, Prof. Adedayo Badejo, invites members of academia, industry, public service, postgraduate students and other relevant stakeholders to submit manuscripts that align with the conference theme and sub-themes as outlined in the conference poster and brochure. Selected high-quality papers would be published in a special edition of the FUNAAB Journal of […]
AMREC Begins New Year with Prayer for FUNAAB Community
By Olaoye Oyewole The Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has commenced the New Year with a special prayer session for the Centre and the entire University Community. In his Opening Remarks, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Olusegun Idowu, commended AMREC […]
IFSERAR Holds 2026 New Year Prayer Meeting
By Raymond Osemene The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), today, January 7, 2026, held its New Year Prayer Meeting at the Institute’s building. In his remarks, the Director, IFSERAR, Prof. Kazeem Bello, emphasised the need for unity among staff, describing love, cooperation and mutual respect as essential ingredients for institutional […]
FUNAAB’s Pioneer Dean of COLERM, Emeritus Prof. Seth Ajayi Passes On
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has announced the passing of its Pioneer Dean of the College of Environmental Resources Management (COLERM), Emeritus Professor Seth Sunday Ajayi, a renowned scholar and trailblazer in Wildlife Management and Conservation. Emeritus Professor Ajayi was Africa’s first Professor of Wildlife Management and a towering figure in environmental and […]
VC Commends Google Developers on Campus
… Says 240-Capacity Computer Laboratory to be Commissioned during 33rd Convocation Ceremony By Raymond Osemene The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has commended members of the Google Developers Group (GDG) on Campus for their innovation, resilience and commitment to projecting the University on the global technology stage, while reaffirming Management’s readiness to support and partner with […]
Birthday Message to a former Ag. Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ishola Adamson from the 7th Substantive Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Olusola Babatunde Kehinde
Bursary Department Ushers in 2026 with New Year Prayer Meeting
By Patrick Erinoso The Bursary Department of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, January 6, 2026, held its New Year Prayer Meeting at the University’s Red Chamber, bringing together members of staff in an atmosphere of praise, worship, exhortation, and heartfelt prayers to usher in the year. Delivering a Goodwill Message, the Vice-Chancellor, […]
Lakem Support Foundation Donates Food Items to FUNAAB Students
By Patrick Erinoso In furtherance of its commitment to promoting students’ welfare and alleviating food shortages during examination periods, the Lakem Support Foundation, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Olukemi Fashina, has donated food items to students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The donation, aimed at easing food-related challenges among students, […]
FUNAAB Commences First Semester Examinations for 2025/2026 Academic Session
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, January 5, 2026, commenced its First Semester Examinations for the 2025/2026 Academic Session, recording a peaceful, well-coordinated and efficient exercise across the campus. The examinations, conducted in both electronic and written formats, have been described as seamless, following weeks of intensive planning, monitoring and […]
DUFARMS Expands Farm Produce with Fresh Sugarcane
… Continues Sale of Yams, Garri, Others at AGROMAT from 10am The Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS), would today, January 8, 2026, continue the sales of farm produce at the University’s AGROMAT, commencing from 10:00 a.m. Items available for purchase include yams, pineapple, garri and eggs, with fresh sugarcane recently added to further enrich the […]
Photos Speak: Prof. Emily Ayo-John bows out as Prof. Sakiru Akinbode steps in as Director, CENTS👇
