FUNAAMAA Awards Scholarships to Indigent Muslim Students
By Olaoye Oyewole & Lanre Olabode The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta Muslim Alumni Association (FUNAAMAA) has awarded scholarships to indigent Muslim students of the University, as part of efforts to cushion the effects of the current economic challenges and support their academic pursuits. Speaking at the event, the Chairman, Board of Trustees (BoT), Prof. […]
FUNAABites Blaze Trail in Campus Enterprise as Student Union Launches ‘Hustle Carnival’
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Ridwan Sulaiman & Bode Olanrewaju The entrepreneurial drive of Nigerian youth was on full display, on November 5, 2025, at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), as the institution’s Student Union Government (FUNAABSU) unveiled the maiden edition of the FUNAAB Hustle Carnival, a colourful festival celebrating creativity, innovation, and campus-based enterprise. […]
“Giving Back Is Our Culture at FUNAAB”—VC
… As FUNAAB Alumni USA, Kind Heart Foundation Sponsor ₦14m Intervention for Indigent Students By Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has reaffirmed that the culture of giving back and supporting student success remained one of the University’s strongest traditions, as the FUNAAB Alumni Association, USA […]
Prof. Awokola Donates Books, Journals to Nimbe Adedipe Library
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu In a remarkable gesture of academic generosity and enduring loyalty to the University, Prof. Olufiropo Samson Awokola has donated a collection of valuable books and journals to the Nimbe Adedipe Library. The presentation ceremony, hosted today, November 5, 2025, in the Library and anchored by the Department of Civil […]
40 FUNAAB Staff Benefit as BOI Kicks Off TISSF Loan Disbursement
By Tofunmi Adebayo 40 members of staff of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) have emerged among the first batch of beneficiaries as the Bank of Industry (BOI) commences the disbursement of loans under the Tertiary Institutions’ Small and Medium Scale Enterprises Support Fund (TISSF), an initiative of the Federal Government of Nigeria aimed […]
FUNAAB Deepens Commitment to Entrepreneurship, Partners 720Degree Innovation Hub
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has reiterated its dedication to promoting entrepreneurship, self-reliance, and innovation among students through strategic partnerships and capacity-building initiatives. Speaking during a courtesy visit by representatives of the 720Degree Innovation Hub, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development), Prof. Olawale Dairo, restated […]
NSPRI Boss Rallies Alumni, Private Sector for Sustainable University Development
… As FUNAAB Commissions Revitalised Zoo Park Museum By Joy Adeyiga & Bolanle Olawepo The Executive Director of the Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI), Ilorin, Prof. Lateef Sanni, has called on alumni, philanthropists, and the private sector to support tertiary institutions in achieving sustainable development. He made the call during the commissioning of the […]
Jubaili Agrotec Partners FUNAAB, Sensitises Students on Modern Seed Planting Techniques
By Femi Dansu & Ridwan Sulaiman The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has partnered with Jubaili Agrotec Limited to educate and sensitise students on modern seed planting techniques and sustainable agricultural practices. The interactive session, held at the Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS), brought together members of the University Management, staff, and students […]
Birthday message to the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council, HRM, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, Asoludero, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land from the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde
FUNAAB Scholars Join Elite List of World’s Top 2% Scientists
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Nigeria, has once again earned global recognition for its outstanding research culture and academic excellence as two of its eminent scholars, Dr. Adewale Taiwo of the Department of Environmental Management and Toxicology (EMT), College of Environmental Resources Management (COLERM), and Dr. Emmanuel Oke of the Department of Animal […]
COLENG Inducts 2024/2025 Graduating Engineers into NSE
… As Experts Urge Inductees to Bridge the Gap Between Campus, Workplace By Bolanle Olawepo The College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), today, October 30, 2025, formally inducted the graduating students of the 2024/2025 Academic Session as Graduate Members of the Nigerian […]
FUNAAB Zoo Park to Commission Revitalised Museum, Others on Monday
Applications Now Open for FUNAAB’s Re-introduced Management Degree Programmes
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has commenced admissions into its re-introduced Management Degree Programmes for the 2025/2026 Academic Session. This follows the successful Resource Assessment Visit conducted by the National Universities Commission (NUC) for the proposed programmes under the College of Entrepreneurial and Development Studies (COLENDS). The approved Degree Programmes are: How to […]
FUNAAB’s 106th Inaugural Lecturer Calls for Improved Animal Welfare, Gives Department ₦1 Million
By Emeka Oluka & Bolanle Olawepo The 106th Inaugural Lecturer of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Adetola Ajadi on behalf of his siblings, announced a ₦1 million donation to the Best Graduating Student in the Department of Veterinary Surgery and Theriogenology, to be awarded at the University’s 33rd Convocation Ceremony. Prof. Ajadi, […]
VC Lauds DPR for Organising AI-Driven PR Workshop
By Joy Adeyiga & Wuraola Dada The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has commended the Directorate of Public Relations (DPR) for its forward-thinking initiative in organising a capacity-building workshop designed to enhance its staff efficiency and professional performance. Represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development), Prof. Olawale Dairo, the Vice-Chancellor gave the commendation while declaring open the […]
FUNAAB, SON Strengthen Partnership to Promote Standardisation of Research Products
By Femi Dansu & Bolanle Olawepo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming academic research into practical innovations that meet national and international standards. This commitment was brought to the fore as the University, in collaboration with the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), organised a public lecture aimed at […]
Omoema Agro Services Launches Enhanced Environmental Service on Campus
… Unveils New Professional Attire for Parks and Gardens Personnel A renewed sense of pride, appreciation, and commitment to excellence filled the air as Omoema Agro Services officially launched its Enhanced Environmental Service Initiative, featuring the introduction of new professional attire for members of the University’s Environmental Support Team. The initiative, unveiled at the University […]
FUNAAB VC Advocates Digital Revolution in Nigeria’s Agriculture
… Calls for Inclusive Technological Adoption at 59th ASN Conference By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has called for the deliberate and inclusive adoption of digital technologies to drive sustainable transformation in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. Delivering the Keynote Address at the Opening Ceremony of the […]
Nimbe Adedipe Library Launches E-Pass for Improved User Experience
In a bold move towards digital transformation and global best practices, the Nimbe Adedipe Library, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has launched an Electronic Library Pass (E-Pass) system for all its users. The new E-Pass, equipped with a barcode feature, facilitates seamless user identification, access authentication, and activity tracking, thereby improving efficiency, security, and […]
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BCU Appoints Prof. Waheed as Vice-Chancellor The Board of the British Canadian University (BCU), Obudu, Cross River State, has appointed Prof. Adekojo Waheed as the new Vice-Chancellor of the institution for a five-year term. Prof. Waheed, a distinguished scholar and administrator, is a Professor of Thermofluids and Fluid Mechanics at the Federal University of Agriculture, […]
FUNAAB’s AGRECOFARM Project to Hold 2-Day InfoDay Event
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through its Erasmus+ co-funded project AGRECOFARM, would host a 2-Day InfoDay Event on November 6 and 7, 2025, at the Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (CEADESE) Lecture Hall, beginning at 10:00 a.m. each day. The event was organised to disseminate the […]
FUNAAB, AFCR4D to Host 1st International Conference on Climate-Smart Agriculture
By Raymond Osemene The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with the African Climate Research for Development (AFCR4D), is set to host its maiden International Conference on Climate-Smart Agriculture. According to a memo signed by the Director of IFSERAR, Prof. Olusegun […]
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FUNAAB Set to Begin M.Sc. Agroecology Programme After NUC’s Approval
By Joy Adeyiga The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted approval for the commencement of a Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in Agroecology at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), marking another bold step in the University’s commitment to advancing sustainable agricultural transformation in Nigeria and beyond. The newly approved programme is a key […]