By Femi Dansu In a bid to promote research activities among students and staff, the Nimbe Adedipe Library (NAL), on July 30, 2024, commenced E-books and Journal Exhibition at the College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT) Foyer. Speaking at the Opening Ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, who was represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Olukay…

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Bamidele Odegbami The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, joined the Federal University of Agriculture International School (FUNIS) community to celebrate their 18th Speech & Prize Giving Ceremony and 15th Valedictory Service. Parents and guardians at the ceremony. Represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) and FUNAAB Schools Management Board …

The Zonal Executives of the Egba Molusabi Oju Lankanri Network, representing communities in Adigbe, Ibara, Oke-Itoku, Kemta, and Adatan Divisions, recently paid a Courtesy-Visit to the Director, FUNAAB Zoo Park, Prof. Sammy Sam-Wobo. The delegation was led by the Zonal Chairman, Alhaji Mohammed Bello, Vice-Chairman, Ven. Ebenezer Ogundeyi, and Secretary, Mr. Olufemi Ayoola, among others. Prof.…

… As Mr. Amubode Becomes Director, FIV By Emeka Oluka & Bamidele Odegbami The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has reappointed Prof. Olawale Dairo from the Department of Agricultural and Bio-Resources Engineering as the Dean, College of Engineering (COLENG). The reappointment, which is based on the recommendation of the College Board, is for three years, effective from …

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Patrick Erinoso The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has partnered with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to implement a Smart Brooding System (SBS) programme. Under the initiative, 50 FUNAAB students were trained to raise day-old broiler chicks for a period of six to eight weeks using advanced solar-powered technolo…

By Bamidele Odegbami The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has reaffirmed the University's commitment to improving the academic excellence of FUNAAB Staff School. The Headteacher, Mrs. Florence Alade delivering her Welcome Address during the school's 2024 Prize-Giving Ceremony. Speaking at the school's 2024 Prize-Giving ceremony o…

By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CWAY Nigeria Diary Industries Co. Ltd. to establish a framework for collaboration between the two parties in the area of enhancing the employability of FUNAAB graduates. VC's representative and the DVC, Development, Prof. Kola Adebayo presenting the signed MoU to the Assis…

By Tofunmi Adebayo On July 24, 2024, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, inspected several key construction projects at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). These projects included the Phase II Building of the College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), a new 100-Capacity Laboratory for the College of Veterinary Medicine (COLVET), and a 120-Bed Undergraduate Hostel. …

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Tofunmi Adebayo In a move inspired by the University’s Founding Fathers, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has initiated the planting of 3,000 cocoa seedlings to enhance its Internally Generated Revenue (IGR). The Founding Fathers planted cashews and Teak, among others for teaching, research and revenue generation. During the inspection of …

By Femi Dansu The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources, and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), on July 24, 2024, held a One-Day Seminar, titled "Unseen Values of Common Agricultural Crops and Livestock," at the Postgraduate School Auditorium. In her Welcome Address, the Director, IFSERAR, Prof. Alaba Jolaosho, noted the inherent benefits of all God's creatures for human beings, hi…

As part of his oversight function, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Development, Prof. Kola Adebayo, visited the FUNAAB Zoo Park on July 24, 2024, to pledge full support on behalf of the University Management. During the visit, Prof. Adebayo emphasised the importance of collaborative efforts, encouraging the entire staff members of the Zoo to unite under the leadership of Prof. Sam-Wobo to drive the …