By Femi Dansu  The Nigerian Association of University Women (NAUW), Abeokuta Chapter, is gearing up to host a celebration in honour of the International Women's Day. In an official memo released by the Association's President, Prof. Emily Ayo-John, the event is scheduled to take place on Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Green Chamber, commencing at 9:00 a.m. The memo further disclosed that…

 … To Inaugurate Indigenous Knowledge System By Femi Dansu The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is poised for a significant occasion as it is set for the inauguration of its Indigenous Knowledge System (IKS). Simultaneously, the Institute would host its 8th Annual In-House…

... Describes Members as Dedicated By Emeka Oluka The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has appreciated the members of the Ceremonials Committee for their commitment, selfless service and dedication to the duties of the University. The Vice-Chancellor gave the appreciation  while attending the CERECOM's appraisal meeting of the recently held Matriculation Ceremony, including the …

 … As VC Calls on Physics Dept. to Train Students at Solar Project By Joy Adeyiga  In a bid to enhance practical education and foster collaboration in research and development, the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has urged the Physics Department to utilise the University's ongoing 3MW Solar Power facility for student tr…

… As 11th Commencement Lecturer Urges Newly-Matriculated Students Not to Limit Themselves By Olaoye Oyewole & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has matriculated a total of 4,324 students for the 2023/2024 Academic Session. The matriculation which took place on February 28, 2024, signifies the importance of ambition and responsibility. Addressing the gath…

By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga In a concerted effort to uphold standards of quality education within Nigerian universities, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) played host to delegates from the National Universities Commission (NUC) on Assessment of Equipment Maintenance Centres. The visit, aimed at enforcing quality assurance and quantity control, underscores the Universi…

 … As NSCDC Pays Courtesy Visit to FUNAAB By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has called for synergy among the Nigerian Security Agencies to enhance efficient and effective security operations in the country. Playing host to the topmost hierarchy of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Co…

 … 11th Commencement Lecture By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is gearing up to celebrate its 2023/2024 Academic Session Matriculation Ceremony on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at the Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building. The event is scheduled to commence at 10:00 a.m., marking the official acceptance of fresh students into the University Community. …

 …As ANA Pays Courtesy Visit to the VC Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has announced plans to establish a well-equipped bookshop on the campus to enhance academic resources and to further promote a culture of reading and research. The revelation came to light during a Courtesy Visit by the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), Og…

By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu In a ceremony filled with reverence and gratitude, Mrs. Omolara Bamgbose bade farewell to her long career at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The event, held at the FUNAAB Staff School premises on February 21, 2024, was a testament to her unwavering dedication and impact. Mrs. Bamgbose, a Chartered Accountant, served as the Accountant …

 ...As FUNAAB Holds 86th Inaugural Lecture By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga The need to make deliberate and determined efforts in protecting microbes in the soil so as to maximise their positive effects on food production has been emphasised. This charge was made by a seasoned Professor of Soil Microbiology, Prof. Oluwatoyin Babalola of the Department of Soil Science and Land Management (SSL…