FUNIS Celebrates Excellence at 20th Speech and Prize-Giving Ceremony, 17th Valedictory Service

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS) celebrated academic excellence and the graduation of the Class of 2026 during its 20th Speech and Prize-Giving Ceremony and 17th Valedictory Service, held today, July 25, 2026, at the School’s PTA Auditorium. The event, themed “Dream, Believe, Achieve,” brought together […]

IFSERAR Showcases Botanical Solution to African Rice Gall Midge at July Monthly Seminar

By Femi Dansu The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has showcased promising research findings on the use of botanical extracts as sustainable alternatives to synthetic insecticides for controlling the African rice gall midge. The research was presented during the Institute’s July Monthly Seminar, held […]

FUNAAB Staff School Honours Outstanding Pupils at 2026 Prize-Giving Ceremony

… Introduces CBT for Primary Six By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Staff School, today, July 22, 2026, celebrated academic excellence and outstanding achievements at its 2026 Prize-Giving Ceremony, with the introduction of Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for Primary Six pupils marking another milestone in the school’s drive towards […]

Business Activities Decline as Students Begin End-of-Session Vacation at FUNAAB

By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Joy Adeyiga, Femi Dansu & Rasheed Amisu Commercial activities within the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) and its surrounding communities have witnessed a noticeable decline as students commence the end-of-session vacation, resulting in reduced patronage for businesses and campus transport operators. A cross-section of entrepreneurs and service providers who spoke with […]

FUNIS, FUNAAB Staff School Set to Celebrate Excellence with 2026 Prize-Giving Ceremonies

By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) International School (FUNIS) and the FUNAAB Staff School have announced plans to celebrate academic excellence, exemplary character and outstanding achievements through their annual Prize-Giving Ceremonies scheduled for later this month. FUNIS would hold its 20th Speech and Prize-Giving Ceremony alongside the 17th Valedictory Service on […]

COLENG Students Showcase Innovative Engineering Solutions Through Practical Training at FUNAAB

By Femi Dansu Students of the College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), are demonstrating innovative engineering solutions and hands-on technical competence through the University’s Students’ Work Experience Programme (SWEP), with projects ranging from smart security systems to automated cooking devices, agricultural tools and construction materials. The Dean of the College, Prof. […]

UNAAB Staff Cooperative Society Holds 39th AGM

By Femi Dansu The UNAAB Staff Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited (UNAAB CMS Ltd.) today, July 1, 2026, held its 39th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and presentation of the Annual Accounts and Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, at the Society’s New Building Complex, on campus. In his Welcome Address, the President of […]

FUNAAB Begins Second Semester Examinations for Part-Time Degree Students

By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has commenced the Second Semester Examinations for the 2025/2026 Academic Session under its Part-Time Degree Programme. The examinations, which began on Monday, June 29, 2026, for weekday students, would run until Friday, July 10, 2026, while weekend students would write their examinations from Friday, July […]

SUG, NAAS Executives Seek Stronger Collaboration with DPR

Ag. Head, DPR, Mr. Olasunkanmi Olajide addressing the leadership of the SUG led by Com. Oluwatimileyin Soga during the meeting Credit: Gbolahan Lawal

By Femi Dansu The leadership of the newly inaugurated Students’ Union Government (SUG), led by its President, Comrade Oluwatimileyin Soga, alongside the Executives of the Nigerian Association of Agricultural Students (NAAS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Chapter, led by its President, Comrade AbdulRasaq Fawaz, today, June 29, 2026, paid separate courtesy visits to the […]

38th Congregation Meeting: FUNAAB’s Global Rise Driven by Inclusiveness, Excellence – VC

… Says “We are Ready to Work with Everybody” By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Femi Dansu & Rasheed Amisu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has reaffirmed its position as one of Nigeria’s fastest-rising universities and an institution of global relevance, as the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, reiterated the University’s commitment to inclusiveness, excellence, innovation, and […]

IFSERAR Seminar Highlights Potential of Ensiled Brachiaria Grasses for Improved Goat Production

By Femi Dansu The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) has underscored the potential of ensiled Brachiaria grasses as sustainable feed resources to enhance goat productivity during its Monthly Seminar held on June 24, 2026, at the Institute’s Laboratory. The seminar featured a presentation by Mr. Tovieesi Peter, a Research Fellow […]

COBFAS Reaps from Agricultural Innovation with Bumper Tomato Harvest

The Director, COBFAS, Prof. Dare Akerele fielding questions from DPR's Media Team Credit: Olatoye Sanusi

… Expands Food Security Drive with 8-Hectare Maize Cultivation By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has recorded another significant milestone in its drive towards sustainable agriculture and food security with a bumper harvest of tomatoes. The tomato production project, which […]

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