Blog – Page 110 – FUNAAB

FUNAAB, Aeroconsult Strengthen Collaboration

By Durodola Makinde In a strategic move to enhance collaboration and foster new partnership opportunities, Aeroconsult, a leading aviation technical consultancy firm in Nigeria, has reiterated its commitment to working with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). Known for its expertise in operations, engineering, and management consulting for the aviation and allied industries…

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NUC Accreditation Team Arrives FUNAAB

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has arrived at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to conduct accreditation for 18 academic programmes. The Accreditation Exercise, scheduled for November and December 2024, would be a key opportunity for FUNAAB to reaffirm its commitment to academic excellence. The accreditation exercise began with Mathematics alongside the Food Sc…

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FST Prepares to Induct Fresh Graduates as NIFST Members on December 4

By Olaoye Oyewole The Department of Food Science and Technology (FST), College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), is set to induct its 76 fresh graduates for the 2023/2024 Academic Session as professional members of the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST). According to the Acting Head of the Department, Dr. Olatundun Kajihausa, the Induction ceremony would take …

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2024/2025 ACADEMIC SESSION MATRICULATION CEREMONY AND COMMENCEMENT LECTURE

NOTICE TO ALL MATRICULATING STUDENTS All Matriculating Students are hereby informed that the MATRICULATION CEREMONY for the 2024/2025 Academic Session and the 12th Commencement Lecture of the University will be held at the Professor Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building on Wednesday, 20th November, 2024. All Matriculants are required by regulation to wear academic gowns. Academic Gowns and Ca…

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In Pictures: TETFund ES and Israeli Ambassador Present Patent Certificate to Prof. Ayotunde Adebambo at TETFair

The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Sonny S.T. Echono, and the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Michael Freeman, recently presented a patent certificate to Prof. Ayotunde Adebambo for his groundbreaking invention, the Automated Non-Invasive Digital Animal Monitoring Device (ANiMeDRig). The presentation took place during the TETFair held at Eagle S…

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A Legacy of Excellence: Celebrating the Life and Times of Prof. Nurudeen Olorun-Nimbe Adedipe, Pioneer Vice-Chancellor of FUNAAB

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) owes much of its distinguished reputation to the vision and leadership of Prof. Nurudeen Olorun-Nimbe Adedipe, its Foundation Vice-Chancellor. A highly revered Plant Scientist and academic trailblazer, Prof. Adedipe’s contributions laid the foundation for what would become the best University of Agr…

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NOLAP’s 10ha Maize Farm Set for Harvest by First Week of December

The NOLAP initiative at FUNAAB has reached a new milestone, as its 10-hectare maize farm is now ready for harvest. The farm, a critical component of the University’s efforts to boost local food production, is expected to yield substantial produce by the first week of December. Recent pictures and videos from the site showcase the robust growth of the maize crop, highlighting the efficient farmin…

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Computer Science Inducts 80 Graduates into the CPN Professional Body

By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has inducted 80 graduates from the 2023/2024 Academic Session B.Sc. Computer Science cohort into the Computer Professionals (Registration Council of Nigeria) (CPN) on November 15, 2024. Representing the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Olukayode Akinyem…

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Don Advocates for Preservation of Adire Textile Heritage

By Olaoye Oyewole A don in the Department of Home Science and Management (HSM), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Olufunmilayo Braide has made a compelling case for the preservation of Adire, a traditional textile art form of the Egbas. She spoke at the 2nd National Adire Festival held at the June 12 Cultural Center, Abeokuta. The festival, themed "Empowering Youths and…

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FUNAAB’s Automated Monitoring Device Receives Patent Approval

… Set for Exhibition at the National Research Fair By Durodola Makinde & Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has achieved another milestone with the recent patent approval of its innovative Automated Non-Invasive Digital Animal Monitoring Device (ANiMeDRig). The Patent Certificate, dated September 5, 2024, was issued by the Patents and Designs Registry, Com…

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COLAMRUD Elects New Deputy Dean

The College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has elected Dr. Chioma Adekunle from the Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management as the new Deputy Dean. Dr. Adekunle succeeds Prof. Bosede Sotiloye of the Institute of Communication and General Studies, who recently completed her tenure. The Dean of the…

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VC Directs FUNAAB Flags at Half Mast to Honour Pioneer VC

As a mark of honour, reverence, and in tribute to the departed iconic academic leader, and Pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Nurudeen Olorun-Nimbe Adedipe, the 7th Substantive Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has directed that the University’s flags be flown at half-mast for three days, commencing immediately. Former Military Pres…

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