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COLVET to Hold 15th Oath-Taking, Induction Ceremony Next Wednesday

All is now set for the 15th Oath-Taking and Induction Ceremony of the College of Veterinary Medicine (COLVET). The Ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at the 1000-Seater Capacity Lecture Theatre, starting at 10:00 a.m. The theme of the event is "Transformative Innovations in Veterinary Profession: Pathway to Sustainable National Development." Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, the V…

FUNIS Celebrates Immediate Past DVC, A

By Joy Adeyiga & Tofunmi Adebayo In appreciation of his dedication and selfless service throughout his tenure as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic (DVC, A), and Chairman, FUNAAB Schools Management Board, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS), hosted a Sent-Forth Ceremony to honour Prof. Christian Ikeobi. Appreciating his predecessor, the current Boa…

German Researcher, African Partners to Embark on Mission for Sustainable Agriculture

By Joy Adeyiga In a bid to foster international collaboration in the realm of agricultural research, a delegation led by Dr. Juliet Kariuki of the University of Hohenheim in Stuttgart, Germany, is gearing up to visit the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The visit is part of the African-German Scientific Exchange in Sustainable Intensification of Agriculture, with additiona…

Management Affirms Full Support for AFD-Supported ICT Development Project in FUNAAB

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga In a significant move towards advancing the development of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has declared an unwavering support to be part of the ongoing AFD (Agencie Francaise de Développement) Supported ICT development project in Nigerian higher institutions. Prof. Kehinde disclosed this on Ja…

FUNAAB Holds 31st Convocation

…Honours Prof. Jega and Dr. Adeola By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has awarded the former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega, and the Co-founder, Guarantee Trust Bank (GTBank), Dr. Afolabi Adeola with an Honorary Degree Of Doctor of Science (DSc). The award was conferred on the…

Miss Olatedun Emerges FUNAAB’s Best Graduating Student

Miss Olatedun Emerges FUNAAB’s Best Graduating Student …Gets Cash Gift from Capital Express Insurance, Dr. Adeola By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Olaoye Oyewole Enveloped in a celebration mood at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)'s 31st Convocation Ceremony, Miss Olatedun Oluwabusayo Janet emerged as the Best All-round Graduating Student for the academic year 2022/2023. …

President Tinubu Reiterates Commitment to Education Sector

…As Chancellor Appeals for Rehabilitation of Camp-Alabata Road By Emeka Oluka The Visitor to the University, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR), has assured that his administration, with its Renewed Hope Agenda, remains committed to pursuing programmes that would enhance service delivery, thereby culminating into rapid transformation of the educational sector in Nigeria. The President gave t…

CVCNU Scribe Envisions Tech-Driven Future for Agriculture in Nigeria

By Olasunkanmi Olajide In a thought-provoking Convocation Lecture titled “From Baby Boomers to Generation Alpha: Interrogating Generational Dynamics and Agricultural Education in Nigeria,” by Prof. Yakubu Ochefu, the Secretary General, Committee of Vice Chancellors of Nigerian Universities, has advocated for a technology-driven approach to modern agriculture and food production in Nigeria. Spe…

Experts Advocate Unity in Diversity

…Preach Peace, Harmony, and Tolerance By Emeka Oluka The need to preach peace, harmony, and tolerance to foster a peaceful society has been re-emphasised by experts. The call which summarises unity in diversity was an offshoot of the One-Day Peace Education Symposium, organised by the Cardinal John Onaiyekan Peace Foundation in collaboration with Nurse Shakirat Oladejo-Alghazal, the convener…

FST Dept Holds Maiden NIFST Induction

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) witnessed a historic event recently, as the National Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST) held its maiden induction ceremony for the 2022/2023 graduates of the Department of Food Science and Technology (FST), College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC). Speaking at the ceremony, Prof. Joseph Abu, the NIFST National Pres…

VC Gives Thanks to God

… As FUNAAB Holds 31st Convocation Interdenominational Service By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has given thanks and praises to God for where He started with the University, where FUNAAB is currently, and where He is taking the University. The Vice-Chancellor made the declaration of thanksgiving today at the Interdenominational Church Service held …

FUNAAB Begins 31st Convocation Ceremony with Jumat Service

Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga Activities marking the 31st Convocation Ceremony of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) have commenced with a Jumat Service held to herald the event at the University Mosque. Speaking at the University Mosque, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde assured the entire University community that his administration would not do anything that…

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