FG Partners Keystone Bank to Launch Agricultural Grants Initiative at FUNAAB
By Joy Adeyiga In a strategic effort to boost agricultural development in Nigerian universities, the Federal Government, in collaboration with Keystone Bank, is set to launch an Agricultural Grants Initiative at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The initiative, driven by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development under the Youth Economic Intervention and De-radicalisation […]
FUNAAB Pledges Support for Take-off of FUMMSA
By Joy Adeyiga The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has pledged the University’s full support for the successful take-off of the newly established Federal University of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Abeokuta (FUMMSA). Prof. Kehinde gave the assurance during a courtesy visit by the Governing Council of FUMMSA to […]
Green Money Project Berths in FUNAAB
… Becomes First Institution to Receive the Presidential Green Money Project By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has become the first Institution in Southwest Nigeria to receive the Green Money Project, a strategic Presidential Initiative aimed at transforming Nigeria’s agricultural landscape through youth empowerment, innovative farming techniques, value-chain […]
FUNAAB, DOIT Services, Others Host Employability Skills Training for Final Year Students
By Joy Adeyiga In a concerted effort to nurture job-ready graduates aligned with the University’s vision, the Career Services and Linkages Unit (CSLU) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with DOIT Services NG, Jobberman, and the MasterCard Foundation, have launched a week-long Employability Skills Training for final year students. The training, […]
FUNAAB Commissions NSPRI Post-Harvest Hub to Enhance Food Security
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga Building on its commitment to agricultural revitalisation through strategic collaborations, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has taken another significant step forward, today, April 2, 2025, as the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, commissioned the Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) Post-Harvest Hub, a landmark initiative aimed at enhancing […]
VC Commissions 2,000-Acre Alumni Farm Hub to Boost Food Production
By Makinde Durodola & Joy Adeyiga The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has commissioned the 2,000-acre Alumni Farm Hub, a landmark initiative aimed at revitalising agriculture through massive food production, innovation and sustainability. Speaking at the Flag-off ceremony held today, March 26, 2025, Prof. Kehinde commended the FUNAAB Alumni Association […]
Ademuyiwa Family Visits FUNAAB, Expresses Gratitude for Honouring Late Prof. Oladipo Ademuyiwa
By Joy Adeyiga & Tofunmi Adebayo The family of the late Prof. Oladipo Ademuyiwa has expressed deep appreciation to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) for the support and recognition of the late distinguished scholar’s legacy. During an appreciation visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, in his Office today, March 24, 2025, the […]
FUNAAB Set to Hold 100th Inaugural Lecture on March 26
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) would hold its 100th Inaugural Lecture on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building. The Lecture, titled “Man, Water, and Environment: Making Life Comfortable for the Fish,” would be delivered by Prof. Adeolu Akinyemi, a renowned Professor of Fish Pathology and […]
FUNAAB Reaffirms Commitment to Supporting AFUED Library
By Joy Adeyiga The University Librarian of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Abayomi Owolabi, has assured officials from Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) of continuous support as they transition into their new status as a University of Education. Prof. Owolabi gave the assurance during a Courtesy Visit by AFUED Library officials […]
President Tinubu Appoints Dr. Agboola as Pioneer Librarian of FUMMS
By Joy Adeyiga In a significant step towards kickstarting the newly established Federal University of Medicine and Medical Sciences (FUMMS), Abeokuta, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR has appointed Dr. Odunola Agboola as the institution’s pioneer University Librarian. Dr. Agboola, an esteemed Academic and Librarian from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), was appointed in […]
Women Demand Action on Leadership Inclusion at FUNAAB IWD Event
By Joy Adeyiga The Nigerian Association of University Women (NAUW), FUNAAB Chapter, commemorated this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD) with a virtual event on Saturday, March 8, 2025. Themed “Women and Leadership: Accelerate Action for Women Inclusivity,” the event brought together gender equality advocates, University officials, and the National President of NAUW, Prof. Comfort Onifade, […]
Japanese Scholar Set to Visit FUNAAB on March 10
… To Advance Collaborative Research in Snail Evolution By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to welcome a foremost Japanese Scholar, Prof. Asami Takiro from Shinshu University, Japan, for a strategic academic exchange focused on the evolution of reproductive barriers in snails. Scheduled for March 10, 2025, Prof. Takiro’s visit […]