PRESS STATEMENT

FUNAAB Receives NUC Approval for Six New Academic Programmes The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has received approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) to commence six new Undergraduate Academic Programmes on a full-time basis with effect from the 2026/2027 Academic Session. The approval followed a successful Resource Assessment Visit conducted by the Commi…

FUNAAB Announces Additional Senior Non-Teaching Appointment

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has announced an additional appointment to the list of Strategic Senior Non-Teaching Appointments approved by the Governing Council at its Statutory Meeting held on April 15, 2026, and earlier communicated in a Press Release dated June 16, 2026. According to the addendum, Mr. Temitope Soretire has been appointed as Deputy Director I, Dire…

FUNAAB Urges Staff to Complete PENCOM Verification Before July 31 Deadline

By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has called on all eligible staff members to take advantage of the extended deadline for the National Pension Commission (PENCOM) One-Off Online Verification and Enrolment Exercise, now scheduled to end on Friday, July 31, 2026. According to a circular issued by the Principal Assistant Registrar, Pension Administration Uni…

COLPLANT Organises Workshop on Research Ethics Policy

By Raymond Osemene The College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, June 24, 2026, organised a One-Day Step-Down Workshop on the University's Research Ethics Policy to strengthen ethical standards and promote responsible research practices among Academics, Researchers, Postgraduate students, and other stakeholders. In his…

38th Congregation Meeting: FUNAAB’s Global Rise Driven by Inclusiveness, Excellence – VC

… Says "We are Ready to Work with Everybody" By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Femi Dansu & Rasheed Amisu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has reaffirmed its position as one of Nigeria's fastest-rising universities and an institution of global relevance, as the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, reiterated the University's commitment to inclusiveness, excellence, inno…

FUNAAB Records Impressive Performance in 2026 THE World University Rankings

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has recorded another significant milestone in global academic rankings, securing the 9th position among the 17 Federal Universities from Nigeria that featured in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. This was disclosed in a Press Statement by the Ag. Head, Directorate of Public Relations, Mr. Olasunkanmi Olajide…

AMREC, Omoluabi Unveil Cassava Waste Processing Machine for Animal Feed Production

The Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with Omoluabi, has donated a cassava waste processing machine to farmers and cassava processors in Alabata Community, Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State, alongside practical training on converting cassava waste into nutritious animal feed. The initiat…

IFSERAR Seminar Highlights Potential of Ensiled Brachiaria Grasses for Improved Goat Production

By Femi Dansu The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) has underscored the potential of ensiled Brachiaria grasses as sustainable feed resources to enhance goat productivity during its Monthly Seminar held on June 24, 2026, at the Institute's Laboratory. The seminar featured a presentation by Mr. Tovieesi Peter, a Research Fellow in the Livest…

COBFAS Reaps from Agricultural Innovation with Bumper Tomato Harvest

… Expands Food Security Drive with 8-Hectare Maize Cultivation By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has recorded another significant milestone in its drive towards sustainable agriculture and food security with a bumper harvest of tomatoes. The tomato production project, whic…

FUNAAB Explores Partnership with German Agricultural Firm on Greenhouse Farming, Agricultural Development

By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has expressed its readiness to collaborate with a German agricultural company, IAK Agrar Consulting, to advance greenhouse farming, agricultural research, extension services, and capacity development in Nigeria. This was revealed today, Monday, June 22, 2026, during a courtesy visit by the Managing Director of IAK Agr…

FUNAAB STAFF SCHOOL ADMISSION FORMS FOR 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION NOW ON SALE!

Give Your Child the Advantage of Quality Education! The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Staff School, invites parents and guardians to secure admission for their children into the 2026/2027 Academic Session. Renowned for its serene, safe, and academically stimulating environment, FUNAAB Staff School is committed to nurturing future leaders through excellence in learning an…

FUNIS Admission Forms still on Sale

Entrance Examination is Computer Based Test (CBT) Entrance Examination Dates: Saturday 20th June, 2026 Saturday 15th August, 2026 Time: 09:00am…

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