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 […]
Alternative Animal Feed Key to Food Security, Healthier Poultry Products — FUNAAB’s DVC, Academic
… As the University Holds 114th Inaugural Lecture By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Olusegun Mark Obafemi Idowu, has called for increased investment in alternative animal feed resources as a sustainable solution to Nigeria’s food security challenges, rising livestock production costs, and […]
FUNAAB Urges Staff to Complete PENCOM Verification Before July 31 Deadline
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has called on all eligible staff members to take advantage of the extended deadline for the National Pension Commission (PENCOM) One-Off Online Verification and Enrolment Exercise, now scheduled to end on Friday, July 31, 2026. According to a circular issued by the Principal Assistant Registrar, […]
DITTECS, NISLT Partner to Build Future-Ready Laboratory Professionals
By Joy Adeyiga The Directorate of Technologists and Technical Staff (DITTECS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with the Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (NISLT), is set to organise a capacity-building workshop aimed at equipping Laboratory Technologists and Scientists with the skills required for professional excellence in the modern workplace. The workshop, […]
PTDF Announces 2025/2026 Scholarship Applications for FUNAAB Students
By Joy Adeyiga The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has announced the commencement of applications for its 2025/2026 Scholarship Scheme for eligible Undergraduate and Postgraduate students studying Oil and Gas-related courses in Nigerian universities, including the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The online application portal would close on May 29, 2026. Interested students are […]
PG School to Host Maiden Conference on May 25
By Joy Adeyiga The Postgraduate School of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to host its maiden Postgraduate School Conference, in a strategic move to advance postgraduate training and strengthen research excellence across the University. The conference, themed “Showcasing Research Excellence at FUNAAB,” is scheduled to hold on Monday, May 25, 2026, […]
FUNAAB Alumni Pay Courtesy Visit to VC Ahead of 28th Convention
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta Alumni Association, today, April 28, 2026, paid a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, as part of activities lined up for its 28th Annual Convention and 27th Annual Lecture Series, themed “Crafting a Sustainable Business and Human Wellbeing.” The visit formed part of a […]
VC Celebrates FUNIS Students’ Outstanding UTME Performance, Urges Greater Commitment
By Joy Adeyiga The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, today, April 30, 2026, congratulated students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS), on their exceptional performance in the recently concluded Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), describing the feat as commendable and worthy of celebration. While commending the students during the reception held in […]
VC Hails Spirit, Celebrates Participants at 2026 Global Convention Marathon Race
By Joy Adeyiga The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has commended participants, organisers, and members of the Alumni Association for the successful hosting of the 2026 Global Convention Marathon Race. Speaking at the end of the race, the Vice-Chancellor expressed appreciation to the Global President of the Alumni Association, Otunba Bolaji Gbadamosi and other members of […]
NDLEA Seeks Partnership with FUNAAB to Curb Illicit Drug Cultivation
By Joy Adeyiga & Raymond Osemene The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has proposed a strategic partnership with the Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to combat illicit drug cultivation through sustainable agricultural practices. The Chairman/CEO of the NDLEA, Brigadier- General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), made the call during a courtesy visit to the […]
FUNAAB Welcomes NUC Panels for Resource Assessment of New Proposed Programmes
By Joy Adeyiga, Raymond Osemene & Patrick Erinoso The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, April 20, 2026, received six verification panels from the National Universities Commission (NUC), for the resource assessment of its proposed academic programmes, as part of efforts to secure final approval. The programmes under review include Geophysics, Water Sanitation and […]
Pro-Chancellor Commends Pace, Quality of Work as Council Inspects Ongoing Projects
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The 8th Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), under the leadership of the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, HRM, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, has restated its strong support for the ongoing infrastructural transformation of the University, even as he commended the pace and quality of […]