FUNAAB, Carbon Credit Exchange Partner on High-Quality Carbon Credits
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a leading climate-tech firm, Carbon Credit Exchange Company, to develop a groundbreaking carbon credit initiative. The agreement is set to produce 300,000 high-quality tree carbon credits from African Indigenous economic trees on FUNAAB land, reinforcing the University’s […]
FUNAAB Appoints New Director for Biotech Centre
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has appointed Prof. Ayotunde Adebambo as the new Director of the Biotechnology Centre. A distinguished scholar from the Department of Animal Breeding and Genetics (ABG), College of Animal Science and Livestock Production (COLANIM), Prof. Adebambo, an expert in vitro molecular techniques and a member of […]
Biotechnology Centre Holds 1st International Conference, Marks 25th Anniversary
By Femi Dansu The Biotechnology Centre of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has held its maiden International Conference, a groundbreaking event aimed at advancing global sustainability through cutting-edge biotechnological innovations. With the theme “Harnessing Biotechnology: Pathways to a Sustainable Future,” the conference served as a platform for critical discussions on how biotechnology can […]
AMREC Partners with Mercy Link to Mark International Women’s Day
By Femi Dansu The Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has partnered with Mercy Link, a Non-Governmental Organisation, to commemorate the 2025 International Women’s Day (IWD). The event, held today, March 12, 2025, was aimed at raising awareness about domestic violence and promoting gender inclusion. Mercy […]
AMREC Trains Tomato Farmers on Good Agricultural Practices
By Femi Dansu The Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with the Institution Based Research (IBR) TETFund Grant Project, has empowered Tomato Farmers with essential knowledge on Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs). The training, themed “Result Dissemination and Post-Training on Good Agricultural Practices for Tomato […]
Management Under My Leadership Will Never Discriminate Against Anyone – VC
… As NAAT Commissions Secretariat, Honours VC, Former VC, Others The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has reaffirmed that the University Management under his leadership remains committed to fairness and inclusivity, ensuring that no individual is discriminated against. Prof. Kehinde made this assertion during the official commissioning of […]
FUNAAB Bread Returns as VC Commissions Renovated Bakery on Campus
By Femi Dansu In a significant step towards achieving food security and supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 2 – Zero Hunger), the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has commissioned the renovated bakery on campus. The bakery, a collaboration between FUNAAB and Nutrient Life Group of Companies, is […]
FUNAAB’s 98th Inaugural Lecture:
Finally! Goats Gain an Advocate in FUNAAB Don By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu Goat, an animal that has been tagged stubbornly by many can now heave a sigh of relief as it can now boast of an Advocate in the person of Prof. James Daramola, an expert in Reproductive Physiology from the Department of […]
NES Inaugurates Ogun Chapter, Honours VC with Excellence Award
By Femi Dansu The Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Ogun State Chapter, was officially inaugurated today, February 20, 2025, at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, received the Beacon of Excellence Award for his contributions to economic and agricultural development. In his Opening Remarks, Prof. Kehinde commended NES for establishing […]
DVC, Development Continues Official Tour with Visits to ICGNS, DUFARMS
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development), Prof. Kola Adebayo, has continued his official tour of Units, Centres, Directorates, and Institutes under his supervision, with recent visits to the Institute of Communication and General Studies (ICGNS) and the Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS). During his visit to ICGNS, Prof. Adebayo commended the […]
COPAFEU Hosts Workshop on Biogas Production, Sustainable Entrepreneurship at FUNAAB
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Co-Producing Knowledge on Sustainable Growth Through Service-Learning Pedagogy between African and European Higher Education Institutions (COPAFEU) has organised a One-Day Workshop on Biogas Production and Sustainable Entrepreneurship at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). In his Welcome Address, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, underscored the urgent need […]
FUNAAB to Host ENACTUS Nigeria for Capacity-Building Training
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to host ENACTUS Nigeria for a 3-Day Capacity-Building Training at the Green Chamber from February 9 to 11, 2025. According to a memo from the Deputy Registrar, Executive Affairs, Mr. Moses Ayanda, the visit would include a Courtesy Call on the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. […]