FUNAAB, Chinese Investors Explore Partnership on Poultry Breeding, Hatchery
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Raymond Osemene & David Johnson The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, September 22, 2029, held discussions with Chinese investors on a proposed partnership to establish an animal breeding investment, beginning with poultry breeding and hatchery operations. The investors, Mr. Tai Zi Yang and Mr. Ma Yuan Kai, were accompanied by […]
VC Presents Certificates to 2026 IBR Awardees
… As the University Equips Researchers with Strategies for Research Excellence, Impact By Joy Adeyiga & Wuraola Dada The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Development, Prof. Olawale Dairo, has presented certificates to the 2026 Institutional-Based Research (IBR) awardees, as the University further strengthened their capacity […]
High-Flying Graduates of FUNAAB
Ex-FUNAABite Wins Prestigious Gamma Sigma Delta Scholarship By Olasunkanmi Olajide From the classrooms and laboratories of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Nigeria, to the global research community in the United States, the academic journey of Mr. Olanrewaju Binuyo is emerging as a compelling story of agricultural excellence crossing borders. As a FUNAAB-trained Animal […]
FUNAAB, Weifang Vocational College Explore Partnership on Agricultural Training, Scholarships
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), recently received a delegation from Weifang Vocational College, China, in a move to strengthen academic and institutional ties between the two institutions. The visit focused on exploring areas of collaboration that could provide mutual benefits, particularly in agricultural education, skills development, modern farming practices and technology transfer. The […]
Hattie Royale Media to Retrain DPR Staff on Digital Communication, Anchoring
Hattie Royale Media, a Strategic Public Relations and Communications Firm, is set to organise a One-Day Professional Retraining Programme for staff of the Directorate of Public Relations (DPR), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), aimed at enhancing their professional competence and updating their skill set, as well as strengthen their productivity and effectiveness in contemporary […]
FUNAAB, FOSAN, COLFHEC to Train Food Vendors, Handlers on Food Safety
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with the Food Safety Ambassadors Network (FOSAN) and the College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), is set to organise a Food Safety Capacity Building Programme for caterers, food vendors and food handlers operating within the University Community. According to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development), Prof. […]
FUNAAB Holds Special Prayer for 2026/2027 Fresh Students
By Joy Adeyiga & David Johnson The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, September 18, 2026, held a special prayer session for fresh students admitted for the 2026/2027 Academic Session, seeking divine guidance, protection, wisdom and discernment for the students as they commence their academic journey. The prayer sessions, held at the University Mosque […]
FUNAAB Strengthens Agricultural Capacity, Concludes Training for Liberian Professionals in Four Specialised Areas
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through the Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (CEADESE), has strengthened its contribution to international agricultural capacity development with the successful completion of four specialised International Short Courses for agricultural professionals from the Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI), Republic of Liberia. The 5-Day intensive training, […]
Emerging Technologies Key to Empowering Women, Households, Says Women Affairs Minister
… As 27th HERAN Conference Begins in FUNAAB By Olaoye Oyewole, Joy Adeyiga & David Johnson The Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has called for the adoption of effective, technology-driven strategies to strengthen Nigerian families and empower households to respond to emerging social and economic challenges. The Minister made […]
FUNAAB Sets September 23 for Career Sensitisation Day for Fresh Students
By Wuraola Dada The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to equip newly admitted students with essential academic, career and personal-development guidance at a Career and Sensitisation Day scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, 2026. The programme, organised for fresh students of the 2026/2027 Academic Session, would hold from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. […]
COLBIOS Celebrates Prof. Tope Popoola at Retirement Send-Forth
The College of Biosciences (COLBIOS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on September 16, 2026, organised a befitting send-forth ceremony in honour of Prof. Tope Popoola, who retired from the services of the University after a meritorious career. Speaking at the ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, described the celebrant as a respected and unassuming […]
NMGS Calls for Stronger Academia-Industry-Government Collaboration on Geosciences
… As the Society Inaugurates FUNAAB Chapter, Holds Third Quarterly Meeting The Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS), Abeokuta Chapter, has called for stronger collaboration among academia, government, industry and professional bodies to harness the potential of geosciences for sustainable development, economic diversification and environmental safety in Nigeria. The call was made at the Society’s […]
FUNAAB Odeda Farmers’ Cooperative Celebrates 2026 Produce Day
… Offers 100% Organic Farm Produce to University Community By Olaoye Oyewole & Wuraola Dada The FUNAAB (Odeda) Farmers’ Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited today, September 16, 2026, held its 2026 Produce Day, celebrating a successful harvest while reinforcing its commitment to agricultural development, food security, and economic empowerment within the University Community. The event featured […]
FUNAAB Hosts iDICE Skills-to-Jobs Programme for Penultimate, Final-Year Students
By Wuraola Dada & David Johnson The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through the Directorate of Academic Information Systems (DACIS), has hosted the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) Skills-to-Jobs Programme for penultimate and final-year students of the University. The programme, held today, September 15, 2026, at the Professor Olusola Oyewole Lecture Theatre, […]
FUNAAB Set to Hold 115th Inaugural Lecture on September 30
By Femi Dansu & Wuraola Dada The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), would hold its 115th Inaugural Lecture on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building by 2:00 p.m., with guests expected to be seated by 1:30 p.m. The Lecture, titled “Beyond Solid-State Electronics: Driving Automation for Sustainable Development,” would […]
FUNAAB Odeda Farmers’ Cooperative Set for 2026 Produce Day on September 16
By Olaoye Oyewole The FUNAAB (Odeda) Farmers’ Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited is set to showcase its 2026 harvests at its Produce Day Programme scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The event, which would commence at 11:00 a.m., would take place at the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) Secretariat, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta […]
FUNAAB Expands Global Footprint with International Agricultural Short Courses
… Targets Agricultural Professionals, Institutions Across Africa The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Nigeria, is strengthening its global role in agricultural capacity development with a portfolio of four intensive International Short Courses designed to equip agricultural professionals with practical skills, cutting-edge knowledge and research competencies. The five-day programme, which commenced on Monday, September 14 […]
Senator Salisu Hails FUNAAB’s Role in Youth Empowerment, Job Creation
… As the 16th Annual Conference of MYCOSON Begins on Campus By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has been commended for its strategic role in youth empowerment, job creation and human-capital development, particularly through education, agriculture and skills development. The Chairman, Senate Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity, Senator Shuaib Afolabi Salisu, […]
FUNAAB Welcomes Fresh Students, Begins 2026/2027 Orientation Programme
By Olaoye Oyewole & David Johnson The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has welcomed fresh students into the 2026/2027 Academic Session with a comprehensive Orientation Programme designed to equip them with the knowledge, guidance and information required to successfully navigate their academic and social life at the University. The programme, which commenced today, September […]
FUNAAB Partners NUC, TETFund, GETrust to Strengthen Entrepreneurship Education Capacity
By Joy Adeyiga & Wuraola Dada The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with the National Universities Commission (NUC), Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), and GETrust, has commenced a 3-Day capacity-building programme to strengthen the capacity of Academic staff in entrepreneurship education. The programme which began today, September 14, 2026, at the CENTS […]
NUC, TETFund, GETrust Partner FUNAAB to Strengthen Entrepreneurship Education for Academic Staff
The National Universities Commission (NUC), Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), and GETrust have partnered with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to strengthen entrepreneurship education through a 3-Day Capacity-Building Programme for the University’s Academic staff. Tagged “Teaching Entrepreneurship Using Effectuation,” the Training Programme is scheduled to hold from Monday, September 14 to Wednesday, September […]
Final, Penultimate-Year FUNAABites to Benefit from iDICE Skills Training-to-Jobs Programme
… Programme Set to Commence at FUNAAB on September 15 Final- and penultimate-year students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) are set to benefit from the Federal Government’s Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) Skills Training-to-Jobs Programme, designed to equip young Nigerians with in-demand digital skills and connect them with employment and […]
FUNAAB Wins ACM-W Nigeria Women in IT Hackathon
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has emerged as the winner of the hackathon organised as part of the ACM-W Nigeria Celebration of Women in Information Technology (IT), further demonstrating the University’s growing strength in technology, innovation and digital skills. The hackathon, which focused on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) using live datasets, […]
FUNAAB, INCSAN Deepen Partnership to Drive Nigeria’s Cassava Revolution
By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has stepped up its drive to unlock the agricultural and economic potential of cassava, deepening its partnership with the Industrial Cassava Stakeholders Association of Nigeria (INCSAN) to strengthen production, processing, seed development, marketing and youth agribusiness. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, disclosed this in his […]