Photo News: UChicago Don Visits FUNAAB
… Explores Partnership Opportunities A Don at the University of Chicago (UChicago), Prof. Chibueze Amanchukwu today, September 2, 2025, visited the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), to explore partnership opportunities with the University, particularly in the creation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies designed to extend the energy storage capacity of solar batteries in FUNAAB. […]
From FUNAAB to the World: Adewumi Drives AI-Powered Farming
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is once again in the global spotlight through one of its brightest alumni, Mr. Adeayo Adewumi, a 2018 First-Class graduate of Agricultural & Bio-Resources Engineering. Adeayo is breaking new ground at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI), edge computing, and agriculture, delivering smart, real-time solutions […]
Agroecology, Organic Agriculture Leadership Course to Launch at FUNAAB on Sept. 15
By Joy Adeyiga & Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Nigeria, is set to host the launch and first in-person session of the Agroecology and Organic Agriculture Leadership (AOAL) Course from September 15–19, 2025. The flagship programme marks a significant milestone in advancing sustainable agriculture and leadership development across Africa. Structured as […]
SERVICOM: Ensuring Quality Service Delivery in FUNAAB
FUNAAB’s Michael Aladejobi Wins Highly Coveted NIPES Award
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has recorded yet another milestone of academic excellence as Mr. Michael Aladejobi, a fresh graduate of the Department of Computer Science, formerly a Department under the College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), and now under the newly established College of Computing (COLCOMP), clinched […]
Nimbe Adedipe Library Enhances Anti-Plagiarism Efforts with Turnitin Access
The Nimbe Adedipe Library, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has taken a proactive step in strengthening academic integrity by making Turnitin, a globally renowned plagiarism detection software, available for members of the University Community. While the University Management is in the process of securing an official subscription, a temporary arrangement has been put in […]
COBFAS Begins 2025/2026 Farm Practical Year Orientation on Monday
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to begin the 2025/2026 Academic Session Farm Practical Year (FPY) Orientation Programme from Monday, September 1 to Friday, September 5, 2025, at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building, starting at 9 a.m. each day. With the theme […]
VC Commends TFN Fellows as 2025 PSTI Rounds Off at FUNAAB
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Aduragbemi Oke The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has commended the impact of the Teach For Nigeria (TFN) initiative as the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), successfully hosted the Induction Ceremony of the Ninth Cohort of Fellows and the Fifth Cohort of School Leaders, marking the conclusion of the 2025 Pre-Service […]
FUNAAB Launches AI-Powered One Health Research Hub, AIA4OneHealth
By Olaoye Oyewole & Wuraola Dada The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has recorded another milestone with the official launch of the Artificial Intelligence Applications for One Health (AIA4OneHealth) research hub. The initiative, unveiled at the University today, August 27, 2025, marked the commencement of two groundbreaking projects aimed at leveraging artificial intelligence to […]
HoDs are the Vice-Chancellors of their Departments – Prof. Ayorinde
… As VC Charges Heads to Rise as the Future Leaders of FUNAAB By Olasunkanmi Olajide Renowned Animal Scientist and pioneer guinea fowl breeder in Nigeria, Prof. Kolade Luke Ayorinde, has described Heads of Departments (HoDs) as “Vice-Chancellors of their Departments,” stressing that they hold the central responsibility of steering academic, financial, and administrative directions […]
HoDs Retreat: Participants Engage in Early Morning Aerobics
As part of activities marking the ongoing 2-Day Retreat for Heads of Departments of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), participants this early morning took part in an invigorating aerobics and exercise session. The session, anchored by the Chairman of the Retreat Committee, Prof. Kola Adebayo, was designed to energise participants, foster team bonding, […]
VC Charges HoDs on Transformative Leadership
… As FUNAAB Commences 2-Day Retreat for the Departmental Heads By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has tasked Heads of Departments (HoDs) with embracing transformative leadership, describing them as the “expanded Management of the University” and critical to FUNAAB’s sustained growth and excellence. Prof. Kehinde gave the […]
NUC Team Visits FUNAAB for Carrying Capacity Assessment
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, August 25, 2025, hosted a delegation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) for a carrying capacity assessment, aimed at evaluating the University’s readiness to admit more students in future academic sessions. Welcoming the team on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, the Deputy […]
Ojogbon Orchard Park: FUNAAB Alumni Bequeath Nature’s Legacy to Campus
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has received yet another remarkable gift of love and legacy as two of its distinguished alumni, Prof. Adeniyi Afolabi and Farmer Ayopo Somefun, officially endowed the University with the Ojogbon Orchard Park. The commissioning of the project, held on August 22, 2025, […]
FUNAAB Hosts TFN Fellows, Strengthens Drive Against Education Inequity
By Olasunkanmi Olajide For nearly a decade, Teach For Nigeria (TFN), has been quietly tackling one of the nation’s greatest challenges, education inequity. By recruiting, training, and deploying young graduates to underserved communities, the organisation has ensured that children who might otherwise have been denied quality education gain access to learning opportunities that can transform […]
DUFARMS Holds Colourful Send-Forth for Four Retirees
By Patrick Erinoso The Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on August 22, 2025, rolled out the drums in honour of four retired staff members at a colourful send-forth party held at the DUFARMS Hall. The event was organised to appreciate their years of meritorious service and immense contributions to […]
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FUNAAB set to Host 3rd Quarter Zonal SIWES Meeting on September 10
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) would on September 10, 2025, host the 3rd Quarter Zonal SIWES Supervisory Meeting of all participating institutions in Ogun State. The meeting, approved by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, followed a request from the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) to convene stakeholders for discussions on the […]
Retreat Participants Engage in Wellness, Aerobics Session
As part of activities for the ongoing 3-Day Retreat for Deans and Directors, the Director of Sports, Dr. Sam Olabanji, today, August 20, 2025, led participants in a refreshing wellness and aerobics exercise. The session, held in the morning hours, provided an opportunity for participants to relax, rejuvenate, and promote physical fitness while strengthening team […]
We Are the Leaders of FUNAAB, VC Tells Frontline Officers
… As University Holds Maiden Retreat for Deans, Directors By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has reaffirmed that the Frontline Officers of the University constitute its leadership, having been divinely positioned to steer the institution towards greater heights. Prof. Kehinde made this known today, August 19, 2025, […]
Responsibilities of Leaders are to Solve Problems – VC Charges Deans, Directors
By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has emphasised that the essence of leadership lies in the ability to solve problems, charging Deans and Directors to embrace problem-solving as the core of leadership. The Vice-Chancellor gave the charge, while addressing Frontline Officers of the University during […]
FUNAAB to Flag Off Ojogbon Orchard Park Tomorrow
By Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to officially flag off the Ojogbon Orchard Park, a community-friendly initiative designed to promote healthy living and environmental appreciation within the University. In a memo signed by Prof. Adeniyi Afolabi, it was stated that the Orchard Park would be accessible to both students […]
FUNAAB Now Occupies a Position of Pride – Former LASU VC
By Olasunkanmi Olajide The former Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, and a legal luminary, Prof. Olanrewaju Fagbohun, has commended the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), for attaining a position of pride among Nigerian universities, stressing the need to sustain its culture of excellence. Prof. Fagbohun, a renowned expert in Environmental Law, gave […]
NUC, TETFund Officials Visit FUNAAB for Centre of Excellence Verification
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on August 20, 2025, welcomed a delegation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) for a verification and audit exercise under the newly introduced TETFund Centres of Excellence Programme. Leading the team, Prof. Muhammed Waziri explained that the exercise […]