PBST Department Honours Professors Ariyo, Ojo

By Emeka Oluka The Department of Plant Breeding and Seed Technology (PBST), College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT) today, September 27, 2024, organised a Send-Forth ceremony to honour the remarkable contributions of two distinguished Dons, Prof. Omolayo Ariyo and Prof. David Ojo, who have served both the Department and the University with dedication and excellence. Speaking at…

FUNAAB, Nourished Choice Foods Sign MoU on Food Production

By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, September 27, 2024, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nourished Choice Foods (NCF) to address the rising food costs and also enhance food production and distribution in Nigeria. Nourished Choice Foods, a Lagos-based company delivering high-quality food products to Nigerian consumers, is led by Mr. Ola…

Prof. Sanni Appointed to WAF Board

By Durodola Makinde Prof. Lateef Sanni, Executive Director of the Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI), has been appointed to the Board of the prestigious World Agriculture Forum (WAF). The nomination reflected Prof. Sanni’s significant contributions to agricultural research, sustainability, and global food system innovation. His track record included his role as former Deputy V…

NIPR 2024 Colloquium: VC to Deliver Address on PR’s Role in Combating Food Scarcity

By Olaoye Oyewole The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, is set to deliver the Keynote Address at the 2024 Colloquium of the Ogun State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). The event, slated for October 3, 2024, would take place at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta, by 10 a.m. With the theme, …

DUFARMS Broiler Processing Unit Comes Alive

The Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS) has revamped its Broiler Processing operations, to enhance the University's poultry production capabilities. The processing facility, suitable for research and training, is expected to contribute to both academic and commercial objectives.…

Abeokuta Club, Dr. Olowonyo Endow FUNAAB with Multimillion Naira Prizes

By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Senate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), at a Special Meeting held on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, approved two significant endowments aimed at rewarding academic excellence among students of Egba extraction. A Decision Extract of the Senate signed by the Deputy Registrar I, Senate & Admissions, Dr. Abdussobur Salaam, on behalf of the A…

FUNAAB Releases Academic Calendar for 2024/2025 Academic Session

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has released the Academic Calendar for the 2024/2025 Academic Session after the approval of the Senate at its Special Meeting held on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. The Calendar was conveyed via a Decision Extract of the meeting signed by the Ag. Registrar and Secretary to Senate, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Dawodu.…

NUC Approves Eight New Programmes for FUNAAB

In a strategic move to broaden its academic offerings and meet the growing demands for higher education among Nigeria's teeming youths, the National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted approval for the introduction of eight new programmes at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The programmes would officially commence in the 2024/2025 Academic Session, positioning FUNAAB…

FUNAAB Commences Coffee Cultivation

By Olasunkanmi Olajide Recognising the economic and agricultural importance of coffee as one of the most valuable commodities exported by developing countries, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has embarked on a significant coffee cultivation project. Reports indicate that over 75 million people globally rely on coffee for their livelihood, and in early September 2024, F…

Management Urges Students to Prioritise Safety, Vigilance

The Management of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has called on students to remain calm, vigilant, and prioritise their safety during these trying times. The appeal comes in the wake of the tragic murder of Miss Christianah Idowu, a student of the University who was murdered in Lagos when returning from her place of internship. Speaking to FUNAAB Bulletin, the Deputy Vi…

FUNAAB Begins Construction of Research Laboratory, Demonstration Farm

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has begun the construction of a state-of-the-art Research Laboratory and Demonstration Farm, which included the development of a modern Greenhouse and a cutting-edge Research Centre, aimed at enhancing agricultural research and practical training at the University.…

Part-Time Degree Students Begin First Semester Examinations

By Olaoye Oyewole The Part-Time Degree students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), commenced their First Semester Examinations for the 2023/2024 Academic Session on September 20, 2024. Dr. Enovwo Odjegba, Coordinator of the Part-Time Degree Programme (PTDP), confirmed that all necessary preparations had been put in place to ensure a seamless examination process. She c…

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