96th Inaugural Lecture: Don Dissects the Importance of Consuming Vegetables

By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The need for cultivating and consuming vegetables became the focal point during the 96th Inaugural Lecture of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), delivered by Prof. Eyitayo Makinde. A cross-section of dignitaries at the event Dissecting the title, "Vegetables: The Complete Food Package," Prof. Makinde stated that vegetables were essen…

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FPY Students Begin Massive Vegetable Harvest

The Farm Practical Year (FPY) students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), under the Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS), commenced the large-scale harvest of vegetables cultivated earlier in October. The initiative, which kicked off on October 7, 2024, utilised 4.2 hectares of farmland for the cultivation of popular leafy vegetables, including Ewedu (Corc…

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Prof. Olasumbo Martins Passes On

A foundation member of Staff of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Olasumbo Martins has passed on. Prof. Martins transitioned peacefully yesterday, December 9, 2024, after a brief illness at the age of 76. He joined the Department of Hydrology and Water Resources Management at the then College of Science and Technology, University of Lagos, Abeokuta Campus, in 1987…

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ANUPA-FUNAAB Hosts 2024 Annual Celebration

… Awards VC as Grand Patron By Joy Adeyiga The Association of Nigerian University Professional Administrators (ANUPA), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Chapter, has successfully hosted its 2024 Annual Celebration and Awards Day. Themed "Administrative Excellence in a Digital Age," the event was capped with a Grand Patron Award to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde…

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ABE, FMW, AQ&FM Undergo NUC Evaluation

By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Accreditation Team from the National Universities Commission (NUC) conducted another round of evaluation at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to assess the quality of various Programmes in the University. Some of the Programmes under review during the week were the Aquaculture and Fisheries Management (AQ&FM) and Forestry and Wildl…

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VC Promises Enhanced Digital Services as UMFB Holds 4th AGM

By Olaoye Oyewole The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has promised to enhance the digital services operated at the UNAAB Microfinance Bank (UMFB). Prof. Kehinde, who is also the Chairman of the Bank's Board of Directors, disclosed this on December 9, 2024, at the 4th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Bank, held at the Postgraduat…

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VC Highlights Nigeria’s Agricultural Potential at 2024 NUJ Press Week

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Tofunmi Adebayo The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has outlined Nigeria’s untapped agricultural potential, saying that its youthful population, favourable weather, fertile soil, and diverse crop varieties, which, if effectively harnessed, could serve as the bedrock for economic transformation. The Hon.…

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VC Sends Warm Wishes to the University Community

As the Yuletide season approaches, I would like to take this opportunity, on behalf of the University Management, to extend warm greetings to you and your families. Looking back on the achievements of the past year, we are grateful for your hard work, dedication, and resilience. Your efforts have played a key role in establishing FUNAAB as a leading University in the field of agricultural edu…

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🎄 You’re Invited to the 32nd Annual FUNAAB Christmas Carol! 🎶

Join us for an enchanting celebration of the season at the 32nd Annual FUNAAB Christmas Carol, a time to reflect, rejoice, and unite as a community. 📅 Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2024 🕑 Time: 2:00 PM 📍 Venue: Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building This year’s Carol promises to be an unforgettable experience, with:✨ Christmas Wishes delivered by our Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde…

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Exploring Wildlife: FUNIS Students Visit FUNAAB Zoo Park

Students from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS), Alabata, embarked on an enriching journey into nature with an exciting visit to the FUNAAB Zoo Park on December 6, 2024. The guided tour, led by a Chief Zoo Curator, provided an engaging opportunity for the students to explore the Zoo Park’s diverse wildlife. The students learned about the importance of w…

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FUNAAB Extends Medical Registration Deadline for Fresh Students

By Joy Adeyiga The Directorate of Health Services, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has announced an extension of the medical registration period for all newly admitted students. The extension, which begins today, Friday, December 6, 2024, would run for an additional three weeks, concluding on Monday, January 13, 2025. This development was communicated in a circular issued…

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NUC Accreditation Team Arrives to Evaluate Mechanical Engineering Programme

By Femi Dansu The accreditation process for various academic programmes at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) continued on November 29, 2024, with the arrival of another Team from the National Universities Commission (NUC) to evaluate the Mechanical Engineering programme. Led by Prof. Muhamod Dauda, the Accreditation Team paid a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof…

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