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SIWES Holds Stakeholders’ Meeting at FUNAAB

The Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), recently held its Stakeholders’ Meeting aimed at strengthening collaboration and improving operational efficiency among all parties involved in the programme. Speaking at the meeting, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) and Chairman of the SIWES Board, Prof. Olusegun Idowu, stres…

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VC Visits CENTS as Entrepreneurial Training Concludes on May 6

By Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, today, April 29, 2026, paid a working visit to the Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies (CENTS), where he engaged with 200-Level students undergoing entrepreneurial training, as the programme approaches its conclusion on May 6, 2026. Addressing the students during the visit, the Vice-Chancellor urged them to take full advantage of th…

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COLBIOS Dean’s Cup Ends in Thriller as BCH Emerges Champion

The 2026 edition of the College of Biosciences (COLBIOS) Dean’s Cup delivered an unforgettable spectacle of passion, rivalry, and sporting excellence as the Department of Biochemistry (BCH) emerged as champions after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Pure and Applied Botany (PAB). With the slogan, “COLBIOS Excellentia,” echoing across the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, the t…

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🌱 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – 2026 AGRECOfarm Training (2nd Cohort) 🌱

Are you a farmer, student, or agripreneur looking to learn modern, soil-less and climate-smart farming techniques? Join this 2-Day Practical Training on Agroecology & Sustainable Food Production 📅 Date: 13th – 14th May 2026⏱ Duration: 6–7 hours daily💰 Fee: ₦20,000 🎯 What you’ll learn: Soilless farming & hydroponics Crop & nutrient management Integrated pest management Co…

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FUNAAB Alumni Pay Courtesy Visit to VC Ahead of 28th Convention

By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta Alumni Association, today, April 28, 2026, paid a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, as part of activities lined up for its 28th Annual Convention and 27th Annual Lecture Series, themed “Crafting a Sustainable Business and Human Wellbeing.” The visit formed part of a week-long programme aimed at fosteri…

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COLENG Kicks Off 2026 International Conference on Sustainable Engineering

By Raymond Osemene The College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, April 28, 2026, commenced its annual international conference with a compelling focus on “Sustainable Engineering in the Era of Digital and Green Transformation.” The opening session, held at the Red Chamber, drew a diverse audience of Academic staff, policymakers, and industry …

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BATNF Empowers Six FUNAAB Graduates with N1.5m Each

By Olaoye Oyewole The British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATNF), has awarded a total of N9 million to six outstanding graduate agripreneurs of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), each receiving N1.5 million to support their agribusiness ventures. The presentation was made today, April 28, 2026, during the Graduate Agripreneurship Pitch Programme, where shortlisted…

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Nigeria Charts New Economic Path with Livestock Development

… As FUNAAB Alumni Association Holds 28th Global Convention, 27th Annual Lecture Series Nigeria’s push to reposition its economy beyond oil gained renewed momentum, today, May 2, 2026, as policymakers, industry leaders, and the global alumni of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), converged on its campus for a landmark gathering that spotlighted livestock development as a co…

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IFSERAR, Alliance Farms Forge Strategic Partnership on Data-Driven Livestock Production

By Femi Dansu The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), today, April 30, 2026, paid a strategic visit to Alliance Farms, Oyo State, to deepen industry–academia collaboration and advance innovation in livestock and crop production systems. Welcoming the delegation, the Chief Executive Officer of Alliance Farms, Mr. Oyekunle Ogunmola, highlighte…

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VC Celebrates FUNIS Students’ Outstanding UTME Performance, Urges Greater Commitment

By Joy Adeyiga The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, today, April 30, 2026, congratulated students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS), on their exceptional performance in the recently concluded Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), describing the feat as commendable and worthy of celebration. While commending the students dur…

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IFSERAR Seminar Highlights Climate-Smart Strategies for Improved Sorghum Productivity

By Femi Dansu A Research Fellow at the Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), Dr. James Fadeyi, has unveiled innovative climate-smart strategies aimed at enhancing sorghum productivity in the face of worsening climatic conditions. Dr. Fadeyi presented the findings at the Institute’s Monthly Seminar held today, April 29, 2026, where he, alongsid…

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MCB 422 Students Showcase Innovative Products at Entrepreneurship Exhibition

Students of Microbiology Course (MCB 422), College of Biosciences (COLBIOS), recently held the 2025/2026 Academic Session Entrepreneurship Exhibition, showcasing the creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial potential of final-year Microbiology students. The exhibition, which was held at the COLBIOS Car Park, attracted dignitaries, Academic staff and students from across the College. Among thos…

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