Government has no Business in Business, Says VC
… As FUNAAB Partners Alumni Association to Establish 800ha Farm on Campus By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has reiterated that “government has no business in business” as he signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the FUNAAB Alumni Association to establish an 800-hectare farmland on the […]
FUNAAB Set to Hold 94th Inaugural Lecture on October 30
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is scheduled to hold its 94th Inaugural Lecture on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building, starting at 2 p.m. The Lecture, titled “Afrocentric and Gendered-Constructions of Psychological Well-Being in Families: The Sojourn of a Gender Scholar,” would be delivered by Prof. […]
Photo News: VC Tours NOLAP Farms
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, recently toured NOLAP Farms to assess the progress of ongoing agricultural projects. During the tour, he observed the steady growth of grasses, which are developing as anticipated. In addition, the much-awaited herd of cattle has arrived at the farm, marking a significant milestone in the livestock-rearing segment. The cattle are […]
Works Directorate Celebrates Outgoing Director, Engr. Olawole Akinyele
By Olaoye Oyewole & Patrick Erinoso The Directorate of Works and Services, today, October 15, 2024, organised a Send-forth ceremony to honour its outgoing Director, Engr. Olawole Akinyele, for his exemplary leadership and successful completion of tenure. In his address, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, commended Engr. Akinyele for his proactive approach to handling the […]
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Every day, countless families in Nigeria endure the heartbreaking reality of empty stomachs and the agonizing uncertainty of where their next meal will come from. With food prices skyrocketing and inflation reaching a staggering 40.8%, families are left to make gut-wrenching decisions—choosing between basic necessities like food, shelter, and education. For over 26 million Nigerians, […]
FUNAAB Partners with UNIBW.M for Innovative Collaboration
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has strengthened its global partnerships with the visit of a delegation from the University of Bundeswehr Munich (UNIBW.M), Germany. The delegation, led by Dr. Emmanuel Benjamin, was received by FUNAAB’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, to explore potential collaborations in fisheries, urban, and […]
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FUNAAB Kicks Off 2024/2025 Orientation for Fresh Students Tomorrow
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to welcome newly-admitted students with a Two-Day Orientation Programme starting tomorrow, Tuesday, October 15, 2024. The event would run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily, concluding on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. The Orientation has been designed to help fresh students integrate into […]
Works Directorate to Honour Outgoing Director
By Olaoye Oyewole The Directorate of Works and Services, is set to honour its outgoing Director, Engr. Oluwole Akinyele, with a Special Send-forth ceremony for his contributions and dedicated service to the University. According to the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Mr. Lawal Surajudeen, the occasion would be a sincere expression of gratitude for Engr. […]
FUNAAB, UNIBW.M. Set to Collaborate on Research
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is poised to deepen its international academic reach through a research collaboration with the University of the Bundeswehr Munich (UNIBW.M.) in Germany. In a statement by the Deputy Registrar II, Vice-Chancellor’s Office, Mr. Moses Ayanda, it was disclosed that a delegation from UNIBW.M. would visit […]
FUNIS Marks International Day of the Girl Child
The International Day of the Girl Child 2024 was commemorated at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS) with a strong emphasis on empowering young girls and raising awareness of the challenges they face globally. Delivering her keynote address at the School Auditorium, Dr. Bola Akinyemi of the Department of Pasture and Range […]
Pro-Chancellor Leads Council on Campus Facility Tour
… Describes FUNAAB as a National Treasure By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdur-Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has praised FUNAAB’s world-class facilities, describing the University as one of the […]
MyCliq, FUNAAB Partner to Automate MANCOT Bus Payments
By Tofunmi Adebayo MyCliq, a fintech company dedicated to simplifying payment processes using QR code technology, phone number-linked payments, and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), has partnered with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to automate the payment system for MANCOT buses. The collaboration was aimed at streamlining payments for students and staff using the MANCOT […]
Pro-Chancellor Applauds FUNAAB’s Spirit of Transparency, Meritocracy
By Joy Adeyiga, Temiloluwa Osinuga & Lydia Adebayo The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdur-Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, has hailed the University for its display of transparency, meritocracy and excellence. The praises and accolades from the Pro-Chancellor were a fallout of the […]
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FUNAAB Appoints New Registrar, Bursar The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has officially appointed Dr. Titus Adedeji Adeniyi as the new Registrar and Mr. Olukayode Osinuga as the new Bursar. The appointments were confirmed today, October 9, 2024, during the 110th Statutory Meeting of the University’s Governing Council. While presenting the letters of appointment […]
First Heritage Culture, Stillrock Generale Donate Goats to FUNAAB Zoo
As part of its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and fostering sustainable business relationships, the Management Teams of First Heritage Culture and Hospitality Limited, as well as Stillrock Generale Limited on October 8, 2024, presented two West African Dwarf Goats (Male and Female) to the FUNAAB Zoological Park. Receiving the donation on behalf of […]
FUNAAB Donates Emergency Beds to FMC, Abeokuta
By Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has made a generous donation of four Single-Crank Emergency Beds to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abeokuta to boost the hospital’s capacity in handling emergency cases. The kind gesture, presented through the Ag. Director of the University’s Health Services, Dr. Oluseyi Anjorin, on behalf of […]
Mrs. Adeofun Becomes MCU Bursar
Mrs. Aderonke Adeofun, Deputy Bursar II in the Bursary Department, has been appointed the 2nd Substantive Bursar of McPherson University (MCU), Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State. Mrs. Adeofun brings a distinguished background encompassing both private industry and academic administration. With an impressive academic portfolio, Mrs. Adeofun holds dual Bachelor’s Degrees in Zoology from the […]
2024/2025 Academic Session: Orientation Programme for Freshers Set for October 8
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to commence the 2024/2025 Academic Session Orientation Programme for newly-admitted students. The Three-Day event would hold from Tuesday, October 8 to Thursday, October 10, 2024. The Orientation Programme has been designed to welcome fresh students, introducing them to the campus, academic policies, and […]
FUNAAB Welcomes Sierra Leonean Scholars to CEADESE
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu As part of its ongoing efforts to internationalise the Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (CEADESE), the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has officially welcomed eight international students from Sierra Leone into its PhD programme, with the ninth student set to join soon. The partnership […]
VC Calls for Collective Action to Address Nigeria’s Food Crisis
… As Ogun NIPR Holds 2024 Colloquium By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Joy Adeyiga & Lydia Adebayo The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has called for a united effort to overcome the obstacles hindering Nigeria’s progress in achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in eradicating hunger and ensuring food […]
VC Urges FPY Students to Embrace Agricultural Innovation
… As COBFAS Holds 2024/2025 Academic Session Orientation By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Lydia Adebayo The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has urged the Farm Practical Year (FPY) students of the Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS) to embrace agricultural innovation. Represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Development, Prof. Kola Adebayo,the Vice-Chancellor stated this while delivering his Opening […]
PTDP Sends Forth Mrs. Elemo, Mr. Olutan
The Part-Time Degree Programme (PTDP) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), recently organised a heartwarming Send-forth ceremony to honour two of its esteemed staff members, Mrs. Anna Elemo and Mr. Gabriel Olutan, for their outstanding contributions to the University. The event celebrated the exceptional careers of Mrs. Elemo, a Principal Assistant Registrar, and […]
NAL Launches Student Work-Study Programme at the Bindery Section
The Nimbe Adedipe Library (NAL) has introduced a Work-Study Programme that offers students the opportunity to gain practical experience in the Library’s Bindery section during the holiday break. The initiative, supported by the University Management, not only provided entrepreneurial training but also enabled participants to earn a stipend. Miss Deborah Odebunmi, one of the beneficiaries, […]