By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on December 15, 2025, commenced a Two-Day Capacity-Building Training for its staff on the operation and management of computerised greenhouse systems, as part of efforts to strengthen modern agricultural practices within the University. The training, held at the University’s Research Greenhouse facility, was design…

By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has reiterated the pivotal role of small-scale agro enterprises in enhancing food security, sustaining rural livelihoods, and driving inclusive economic growth, while stressing the urgent need to strengthen their resilience to the impacts of climate change. This was underscored at the Opening Session of the 2-Day DIGISOL W…

A Computer Science graduate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Michael Aladejobi, has won the 2025 Salako Maven Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Prize (SMARP), emerging as the overall best among competitors from tertiary institutions across Nigeria. According to the Ag. Head, Directorate of Public Relations, Mr. Olasunkanmi Olajide, the highly competitive award, org…

By Joy Adeyiga The UNAAB Microfinance Bank (UMFB) Limited has restated its steady growth trajectory and operational resilience as shareholders and stakeholders gathered for its 5th Annual General Meeting (AGM), today, December 11, 2025, at the Postgraduate School Auditorium of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). Presenting the Bank’s performance report for the 2024 financ…

By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Alumni Association, Abeokuta Branch, on December 10, 2025, hosted its annual career guidance programme aimed at inspiring and preparing secondary school students for emerging opportunities in a rapidly evolving world. The event, themed “21st Century Career Pathway: Sojourn in the Light Shining from the Right Mind,” bro…

… As DUFARMS Holds Yam Minisett Technology Field Day By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, December 9, 2025, reaffirmed its position as a trailblazer in agricultural research and innovation as the Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS) hosted a landmark Yam Minisett Technology Field Day, a major step in advancing sustainabl…

By Patrick Erinoso The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, December 5, 2025, successfully concluded the week-long Advanced Digital Empowerment Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADEPTI), which began on December 1, 2025. Representing the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, the Director, Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment…

… Prof. Olusiiji Sowande Steps In By Femi Dansu The Postgraduate School, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), held a formal handover ceremony today, December 5, 2025, marking the smooth transition of leadership from the former Dean, Prof. Gboyega Adebayo, to the newly appointed Dean, Prof. Olusiji Sowande. Prof. Adebayo concluded a distinguished six-year tenure, comprising t…

By Olaoye Oyewole The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has approved the appointment of Prof. Dare Akerele, a distinguished expert in Food and Welfare Economics from the Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management (AEFM), College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD), as the Director, Centre fo…