COLPLANT Holds Maiden Lecture Series on Academic Leadership, Followership

By Durodola Makinde and Femi Dansu The College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT), today, February 18, 2026, hosted its maiden Lecture Series, marking a historic milestone in the College’s academic journey. The event, themed “Complexities of Academic Leadership and Followership: Nexus for Success,” brought together staff, students, and distinguished guests for an engaging and intell…

FUNAAB Drives Global Push for Women’s Inclusion in Science

By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Joy Adeyiga & Raymond Osemene As a leading institution advancing agricultural innovation and scientific excellence on the African continent, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has reinforced its global leadership by hosting the 2026 edition of the Global Women’s Breakfast (GWB), a worldwide initiative championing gender equity and collaboration i…

VC Tasks New Academic Staff on Innovation, Integrity

By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has urged newly employed Academic Staff of the University to embrace innovation and recognise time as a critical asset in their career progression. The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Development, Prof. Olawale Dairo while addressing the participants during the workshop The Vice-Chancellor gave the charge during a One-…

Registry to Host 3rd Spotlight Staff Award Tomorrow

By Olaoye Oyewole The Registry Department of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has concluded arrangements to host the second edition of its Symposium and the Third Registry Spotlight Staff Award. According to a statement issued by the Chairperson of the Registry Spotlight Committee, Mrs. Oluwakemi Banuso, the event is scheduled to hold tomorrow, Wednesday, February 18, 2…

📢 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – 1ST COHORT 2026

🎓We are excited to announce a 3-DAY PRACTICAL TRAINING designed to equip farmers and agripreneurs with real, hands-on skills. 🗓 Starting: February 25th-27th 2026⏰ Time: 9:00 AM daily📍 Venue: AGRECOFARM Lab, CEADESE, Federal University of Agriculture (FUNAAB), Abeokuta💰 Course Fee: ₦25,000🎁 Benefits: Certificate + Daily Lunch + Training Materials 👥 Specifically Designed For: Farmers, Youths,…

FUNAAB Zoo Park Set for Elephant Arrival, Unveils New Exotic Additions

As a leading University of Agriculture in Africa, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has continued to translate knowledge into real-world experiences, where conservation, research, and experiential learning converge. In a bold stride that reinforces its pride in wildlife management and eco-tourism, the FUNAAB Zoo Park has completed a state-of-the-art elephant enclosure, sign…

DIGISOL FUNAAB to Host Two-Day Capacity Building Workshop on Digital Tools

In continuation of the European Union-funded DIGISOL Project, the DIGISOL FUNAAB Team has been mandated to organise a two-day workshop titled “Capacity Building for Agricultural Officers and Local Authorities on the Use of Digital Tools for Enhanced Service Delivery.” According to a memo by the Zonal Coordinator, DIGISOL FUNAAB, Prof. Adewale Dipeolu, the workshop is scheduled to hold on Thursda…

Early Prostate Cancer Screening Key to Saving Lives, Expert Warns

By Patrick Erinoso A Chief Consultant Urologist and Urological Surgeon at the Federal Medical Centre, Idi-Aba, Dr. Chidi Ebere, has called for improved and expanded access to early prostate cancer screening for men across Nigeria. Dr. Ebere made the call on February 12, 2026, during a Prostate Cancer Awareness Campaign organised for men at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAA…

FUNAAB to Hold 109th Inaugural Lecture on February 25

By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) would on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, hold its 109th Inaugural Lecture at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building. The Lecture is scheduled to commence at 2:00 p.m., while guests are expected to be seated by 1:30 p.m. The Lecture, titled “Combating the Hidden Menace of Metallic Materials: Panacea for Industrial Gro…

VC Calls for Strategic Reflection at Maiden COLVET Academic Retreat

By Olaoye Oyewole The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has charged Academic staff of the College of Veterinary Medicine (COLVET), to reconnect with their shared mission, reflect on their institutional responsibilities, and renew their commitment to excellence in Teaching, Research, and Community Service. Delivering his address at t…

Don Urges Nigeria to Embrace Predictive Data Models for National Development

… As FUNAAB Hosts 108th Inaugural Lecture By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu A Professor of Statistics in the Department of Statistics, College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Olaniyi Olayiwola, has called on policymakers and institutions in Nigeria to urgently integrate predictive statistical tools into national planning, cautioning tha…

FUNAAB Sets Pace with First University-Based Driving School in Nigeria

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has broken new ground with the commissioning of a modern Driving School established by its Alumni Association, a first-of-its-kind initiative among Nigerian universities. Commissioned today, February 11, 2026, the project was described as a strategic intervention aimed at strengthening road sa…

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