Governing Council Holds Strategic Retreat to Reposition FUNAAB for Future Growth

By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), led by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, His Royal Majesty, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, Asoludero, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has commenced a Strategic Retreat at the La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort, Lagos. Themed “Strategic Growth, Innovation, and Partnership,” the Retre…

Dr. Salaam Delivers UNILORIN’s 5th Annual Registry Lecture

The Deputy Registrar I (Senate and Admissions) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Dr. Abdussobur Salaam, was the Guest Lecturer at the 5th Annual Registry Lecture of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), held on April 28, 2025. The Lecture, which took place at the University Auditorium, was themed "The Registry's Role in Driving Institutional Change: Strategies for Regis…

PRESS STATEMENT

FUNAAB Mourns Loss of Student The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) regrets to announce the passing of one of its students, Mr. Samson Oyelaran, a 500-Level student of the Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries Management (AQFM), College of Environmental Resources Management (COLERM). Mr. Oyelaran, riding his personal Motorbike was involved in a fatal accident at the Vehicl…

IFSERAR to Hold In-house Research Review Meeting Tomorrow

… Postpones Monthly Seminar Series The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) is set to hold its In-house Research Review Meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at the Postgraduate School Auditorium, by 10:00 a.m. In preparation for the event, the Institute has announced the postponement of its Monthly Seminar Series for April. According to …

Golden Penny Pasta Campus Tour Lights Up FUNAAB!

Learning never stops… and neither does the fun! The much-anticipated Golden Penny Pasta Campus Tour made a thrilling stop at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), bringing with it a vibrant mix of culinary excitement, entertainment, and unforgettable campus vibes. Held from April 24 to 25, 2025, at the Iyalode Tinubu (IYAT) Hostel Lawn, the event featured masterclasses, coo…

Easter Message from the Vice-Chancellor

FUNAAB Matriculates 235 New Part-Time Degree Students

By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on April 22, 2025, formally welcomed 235 new students into its Part-Time Degree Programme (PTDP) for the 2024/2025 Academic Session through a combined Orientation and Matriculation Ceremony. Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, who was represented by the Deputy Vice-Cha…

Call for Applications: 2025 Academic Staff Training and Development Grants

By Adewole Oduwole The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) is inviting applications for its 2025 Academic Staff Training and Development (AST&D) Grants. The initiative is designed to support the academic advancement of staff members in Nigerian higher education institutions, including those in academic, technical, and technological fields. According to a memo signed by the Director of …

DAAD Appoints Prof. Ojo as Research Ambassador for Nigeria

By Olasunkanmi Olajide The German Academic Exchange Services (DAAD) has appointed Prof. Olufemi Ojo, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Desk Officer for the German Consulate in Nigeria and the immediate past Director of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH), as its Research Ambassador for Nigeria. The prestigious appointment, which spans a two-year term from 2025 to 2027…

Pro-Chancellor Congratulates Newly Appointed Provost, DVC Development, Council Representatives, Others

The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), His Royal Majesty, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, Asoludero, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has extended warm congratulations to Prof. Jonathan Atungwu on his well-deserved appointment as the Provost of the Federal College of Agriculture, Ibadan (FCAIB). The Pro-Chancellor l…

FUNAAB-DIGISOL Champions Digital Financial Literacy for Farmers to Combat Climate Change

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga In a bid to revolutionise agricultural practices and bolster climate resilience among farmers, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, April 24, 2025, hosted a One-Day Training Workshop under its DIGISOL Project. Themed “Digital Financial Solutions Training for Farmers, Cooperatives, and Local Authorities for Sustainable Agricul…

Prof. Atayese Emerges as FUNAAB’s New Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Development

The Senate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), at its 230th Statutory Meeting, held today, April 24, 2025, elected Prof. Mufutau Atayese as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development). A seasoned academic from the Department of Plant Physiology and Crop Production (PPCP), College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT), Prof. Atayese would serve a two-year term, effec…

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