FUNAAB, OneWorld Agribusiness Sign MoU to Boost Cassava Production
By Joy Adeyiga In a strategic step to address Nigeria’s food security challenges, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with OneWorld Agribusiness Limited to commence large-scale cassava production on campus. Speaking during the official MoU signing ceremony held at the Vice-Chancellor’s Conference Room, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde […]
FUNAAB Staff School Pupils Visit VC, Tour Key University Facilities
By Joy Adeyiga & Aduragbemi Oke As part of activities marking the end of the 2024/2025 Academic Session, pupils of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Staff School embarked on an enlightening familiarisation tour of the University, designed to broaden their academic horizons and inspire future career aspirations. Led by the Head Teacher, Mrs. […]
FUNAAB Set to Host 2025 Carnegie Diaspora Fellowship Program Workshops
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to host workshops under the 2025 FUNAAB-Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program (CADFP), as it had earlier welcomed two African diaspora scholars from Virginia State University (VSU), Professors Richard Omotoye and Laban Rutto. The workshops, aimed at enhancing academic and stakeholder engagement, would focus […]
Prof. Atayese Hands Over to Prof. Dairo as New DVC, Development
By Joy Adeyiga The immediate past Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Mufutau Atayese, has officially handed over the mantle of leadership to Prof. Olawale Dairo, describing him as a competent and visionary scholar. Speaking during the formal handover ceremony held today, July 17, 2025, at the Office of […]
IFSERAR to Hold One-Day Indigenous Knowledge Programme on Bamboo Wine, Aadun Production on July 15
By Joy Adeyiga The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to host a One-Day Indigenous Knowledge Programme themed “Tapping into Nature: Bamboo Wine and Aadun Production.” Scheduled to hold on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., the event would take place at […]
SLIDEN Africa, FUNAAB Launch Agribusiness Apprenticeship Scheme
… As VC Visits Remodelled Garri Factory By Joy Adeyiga The Sustainable Livelihood and Development Network for Africa (SLIDEN Africa), in collaboration with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has officially launched the SLIDEN Africa – FUNAAB Agribusiness Apprenticeship Scheme (SAFAAS) and the remodelled FUNAAB Garri Processing Factory, including a ten-hectare cassava farm under […]
Governing Council Inspects Construction of Principal Officers’ Quarters, Other Key Projects
…As Pro-Chancellor Commends Progress, Reassures on More Staff Quarters By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), led by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, His Royal Majesty, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, Asoludero, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has inspected the ongoing construction of the Principal […]
Second Semester Examinations: FUNAAB Echoes “No ID Card, No Examination” Policy
By Joy Adeyiga As preparations intensify for the Second Semester Examinations of the 2024/2025 Academic Session, the Management of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has reiterated its unwavering commitment to enforcing the “No Identity Card, No Examination” policy. Students are therefore strongly advised to complete all necessary processes for the issuance and collection […]
FUNAAB Sets Up Committee on Land Allocation for Agricultural Production
… Directs Formal Approval for Farming Activities on Campus By Joy Adeyiga In a bid to promote efficient land use and bolster agricultural productivity, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has approved the constitution of a Committee on Land Allocation for Agricultural Production. The Committee was saddled with the responsibility of regulating land use for farming […]
FUNAAB’s 103rd Inaugural Lecture Holds May 14
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) would on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, hold its 103rd Inaugural Lecture at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building. The event is scheduled to commence at 2:00 p.m., with guests expected to be seated by 1:30 p.m. The Lecture, titled “Biotechnology and Plant Pathology: An Eclectic […]
HSM to Host Exhibition, Fashion Show on May 7
By Joy Adeyiga The Department of Home Science and Management (HSM), College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to host its Exhibition and Fashion Show for its final year students specialising in Clothing and Textiles. Themed “Heritage in Power: A Fusion of Tradition and Elegance,” the […]
BUDLEIN Marks World Book Day with Spelling Bee, Reading Competitions
By Joy Adeyiga The Budding Leaders Empowerment Initiative (BUDLEIN), a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) focused on youth mentorship and capacity building, commemorated the 2025 World Book Day with a Spelling Bee and Reading Competition aimed at promoting literacy and stimulating creativity among young learners. The event, themed “Discovering New Worlds: How Books Spark Imagination Beyond Screens,” […]