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 …

By Joy Adeyiga As part of efforts geared towards agricultural revitalisation on campus, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with HarvestField Industries Limited, today, July 23, 2024, began the cultivation of 250 hectares of land on campus for soybean production. Recalled that the University forged a significant partnership through a Memorandum of Underst…

By Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has been ranked first in Nigeria in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 2) Zero Hunger Impact Ranking for the year 2024 by the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ranking. This information was revealed by the Resource Person/Chairman FUNAAB Committee on SDG, Prof. Adeniyi Olayanju during a presentation on the Sustainabi…

By Bamidele Odegbami In an engaging address at the 3rd Term 2023/2024 Family Meeting of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS), held on July 18, 2024, the Dean, College of Biosciences (COLBIOS), Prof. Iyabode Kehinde, emphasised the importance of productive social media usage for students, as she urged (FUNIS) students to manage their time on social media ef…

… Ranks 7th in Africa for Exceptional Teaching Skills By Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has been recognised as one of the Top 10 African universities with the best teaching skills, ranking 7th on the prestigious list compiled by Times Higher Education (THE). This achievement was a testament to FUNAAB's commitment to providing high-quality education and e…