FUNAAB’s 113th Inaugural Lecture Set for April 22
By Femi Dansu The 113th Inaugural Lecture of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has been set for Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building. The Lecture would commence at 2:00 p.m., while guests are expected to be seated by 1:30 p.m. Titled “As the Heart Thinks, So It Is: […]
FUNAAB’s Pioneer University Librarian Honours Mentors at Maiden Dr. T. M. Salisu Legacy Lecture
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Pioneer University Librarian of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Dr Taofiq Mabayoje Salisu, on March 31, 2026, paid glowing tributes to the mentors who shaped his illustrious career at the maiden edition of the Dr T. M. Salisu Legacy Lecture. Speaking at the event hosted at […]
FUNAAB to Hold 112th Inaugural Lecture on April 8
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to hold its 112th Inaugural Lecture on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building. The Lecture, titled “Rock and Soil Fingerprints on Water: My Groundwater Odyssey,” would be delivered by Prof. Michael Adewole Gbadebo, a distinguished scholar in Environmental […]
Don Describes FG’s Soil Health Initiative, a Step in the Right Direction
… As FUNAAB Holds 111th Inaugural Lecture By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu A Professor of Soil Physics from the Department of Soil Science and Land Management, College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT), at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Johnson Adesodun, has described the establishment of the Nigerian Farmers Soil […]
From Campus Prototype to Global Stage: FUNAABite Takes Homegrown Agricultural Innovation to Germany
In a quiet corner of southwestern Nigeria, at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, a final-year Engineering Student has begun to redraw the map of possibilities for sustainable agriculture. Mr. Adeboye Oluwagbemiga, a 500-level student in the Department of Agricultural and Bio-Resources Engineering, College of Engineering (COLENG), FUNAAB, is not just preparing to graduate, he […]
COLCOMPS to Host Inaugural Seminar on April 1
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to host the maiden edition of the College of Computing Sciences (COLCOMPS) Seminar, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. in the COLCOMPS Auditorium III. With the theme, “A Strategic Framework for Accelerating Academic Growth and Innovation: A Case of College of […]
VC Urges Male Staff to Champion Gender Equality
… As FUNAAB Marks 2026 International Women’s Day By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has called on male staff members to play a more active role in advancing gender equality, as the University joined the global community to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day. […]
HTM 510 Bar Operations Practical, Product Exhibition to Begin on March 23
By Femi Dansu The Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM), College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), has announced that the HTM 510 (Bar Operations) Practical, featuring product exhibitions and sales, would commence on March 23, 2026. According to a memo issued by the Ag. Head of the Department, Dr. Abioye Adedipe, the […]
FUNAAB Partners Rotary to Equip FUNIS Girls, Others with Menstrual Health Knowledge
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Abeokuta Prestige, has taken a significant step towards addressing menstrual health awareness among young girls through the second phase of the Red Safe Project. The event, held today, March 13, 2026, at the FUNAAB International School (FUNIS), was […]
VC Calls for Deepened Collaboration with ICAN
… As Abeokuta District Top Officials Pay Courtesy Visit to FUNAAB By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has called for deeper collaboration between the University and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), particularly in strengthening professional training for students. Prof. Kehinde made […]
DUFARMS Launches Value-Added Products, Records Bumper Sales
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Femi Dansu & Tayo Onayemi The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has expanded its agribusiness portfolio with the official launch of value-added food products under the Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS), recording impressive sales at the event. The initiative, unveiled today, March 4, 2026, at the DUFARMS AGROMAT, marks the University’s […]
FUNAAB Opens Applications for Phase V of Graduate Agripreneurship Programme
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has opened applications for the fifth phase of its flagship Graduate Agripreneurship Programme, offering a grant of ₦1.5 million to selected young alumni to establish and scale agricultural enterprises. The initiative, launched in 2022 through a partnership between FUNAAB and the British American Tobacco Nigeria […]
FUNAAB Researcher Unveils Cost-Effective, Healthier Fish Feed Alternative
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has recorded another major research breakthrough with the unveiling of an innovative, cost-effective and sustainable fish feed alternative that promises to transform aquaculture production. The study, presented at the February Monthly Seminar of the Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), revealed […]
FUNAAB Expands Global Footprint with Strategic MoU with Swedish Institution
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has strengthened its internationalisation drive with the Blekinge Institute of Technology (BTH), Karlskrona, Sweden. This agreement was reached by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, with the President of BTH, Prof. Henric Johnson, who was represented by the Institution’s Country Director, Prof. Kayode Adekunle. The agreement […]
VC Reaffirms FUNAAB’s Food Security Drive as FG Supports Farmers’ Cooperative
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Femi Dansu & Tayo Onayemi The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde today, February 26, 2026, reaffirmed the commitment of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to advancing national food security, as the FUNAAB-Odeda Farmers’ Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited commenced the distribution of agricultural inputs to its members under the Federal Government support. […]
Don Urges FG to Resuscitate Ajaokuta Steel Complex
… As FUNAAB Holds 109th Inaugural Lecture By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu A leading Corrosion and Materials Engineering expert, Prof. Olayide Adetunji of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, has called on the Federal Government to urgently revive the long-dormant Ajaokuta Steel Complex, describing it as […]
IFSERAR to Hold Monthly Seminar on February 25
By Femi Dansu The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) would hold its February 2026 Monthly Seminar on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the IFSERAR Laboratory Room. The Seminar would feature a presentation by Dr. Nathaniel Bamidele titled, “Growth Performance, Haematological Parameters, Gut Microbiota, and Immune Responses of […]
FUNAAB Hosts DIGISOL Workshop on Digital Tools for Agricultural Extension
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has commenced a Two-Day Capacity-Building Workshop under the DIGISOL Project, aimed at strengthening agricultural extension services through digital innovation. The workshop, which began today, February 19, 2026, brought together agricultural officers, ICT experts, policymakers, and other stakeholders to explore the deployment of digital tools for […]
COLPLANT Holds Maiden Lecture Series on Academic Leadership, Followership
By Durodola Makinde and Femi Dansu The College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT), today, February 18, 2026, hosted its maiden Lecture Series, marking a historic milestone in the College’s academic journey. The event, themed “Complexities of Academic Leadership and Followership: Nexus for Success,” brought together staff, students, and distinguished guests for an engaging […]
FUNAAB to Hold 109th Inaugural Lecture on February 25
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) would on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, hold its 109th Inaugural Lecture at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building. The Lecture is scheduled to commence at 2:00 p.m., while guests are expected to be seated by 1:30 p.m. The Lecture, titled “Combating the Hidden Menace of […]
Don Urges Nigeria to Embrace Predictive Data Models for National Development
… As FUNAAB Hosts 108th Inaugural Lecture By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu A Professor of Statistics in the Department of Statistics, College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Olaniyi Olayiwola, has called on policymakers and institutions in Nigeria to urgently integrate predictive statistical tools into national planning, cautioning that […]
Entries Open for 2026 COAS, CAS Literary Competitions
By Femi Dansu All students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) are hereby informed that entries are now open for the 2026 Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Air Staff Literary Competition (CASLC). According to a release issued by the Dean, Student Affairs, Prof. Festus Adeosun, the theme for the 2026 Chief […]
Sustainable Blue Economy Key to Ending Fish Importation, Says Prof. Akegbejo-Samsons
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu A Professor of Aquaculture and Coastal Fisheries Management in the College of Environmental Resources Management (COLERM), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Yemi Akegbejo-Samsons, has called for the strategic harnessing of Nigeria’s aquatic resources as a sustainable pathway to tackling food insecurity and strengthening the national economy. Delivering […]
FUNAAB, GFA Technologies Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Digital Innovation
By Joy Adeyiga & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, February 5, 2026, entered into a strategic partnership with GFA Technologies to promote digital innovation, entrepreneurship, and skills development within the University Community. The collaboration was formalised through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) facilitated by FUNAAB’s Centre for […]