FUNAAB Pays Glowing Tribute to Pioneer VC at 8th Day Fidau Prayer

By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on November 21, 2024, paid a heartfelt tribute to the Pioneer Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Nurudeen Olorun-Nimbe Adedipe, during the 8th-Day Fidau Prayer held in his honour at the Musical Village, Ikorodu. The event was a profound celebration of the life and legacy of a trailblazer whose ind…

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Mrs. Tinubi Bows Out Gracefully After Years of Distinguished Service

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) bids a heartfelt farewell to Mrs. Ekundayo Tinubi, a Chief Confidential Secretary as she gracefully retires from active service. Mrs. Tinubi, who, until her retirement, was the Chief Confidential Secretary to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Development, Prof. Kola Adebayo. During her service years, Mrs. Tinubi demonstrated an unwavering commit…

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Dr. Lordbanjou Calls for Active Youth Participation in Agriculture

… As FUNAAB Matriculates 5,080 Students By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole Dr. Deola-Tayo Lordbanjou, a Director in the Federal Department of Agricultural Extension Service at the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS), has charged Nigerian youths to actively participate in agriculture because of its potential to drive the economy and create job opportunities. Dr. Lordban…

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Don Advocates Regulatory Policies for Borehole Drilling in Nigeria

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga A renowned don in the Department of Physics, College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Victor Makinde, has called on the Nigerian government to introduce regulatory policies on borehole drilling to prevent future environmental disasters. Prof. Makinde made this appeal today, November 20, 2024, wh…

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Prof. Bakare Proceeds on Sabbatical Leave, Hands Over Key Roles

The Department of Hospitality and Tourism witnessed a seamless leadership transition as Prof. Adegoke Bakare formally handed over the position of Head of Department (HoD) to Dr. Abioye Adedipe. In addition to relinquishing his Departmental leadership, Prof. Bakare also handed over the Chairmanship of the University’s Ceremonials Committee (CERECOM) to Prof. Temitope Ajadi of the Department of Ve…

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NUC Accreditation Team Visits FUNAAB for Programme Evaluation

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is currently hosting the National Universities Commission (NUC) Accreditation Team for the evaluation of its academic programmes in Mathematics, Food Science and Technology (FST), and Statistics, among others. The exercise, which spans November and December 2024, underscores the University's commitment to maintaining high academic excellence…

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FUNAAB, Aeroconsult Strengthen Collaboration

By Durodola Makinde In a strategic move to enhance collaboration and foster new partnership opportunities, Aeroconsult, a leading aviation technical consultancy firm in Nigeria, has reiterated its commitment to working with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). Known for its expertise in operations, engineering, and management consulting for the aviation and allied industries…

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NUC Accreditation Team Arrives FUNAAB

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has arrived at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to conduct accreditation for 18 academic programmes. The Accreditation Exercise, scheduled for November and December 2024, would be a key opportunity for FUNAAB to reaffirm its commitment to academic excellence. The accreditation exercise began with Mathematics alongside the Food Sc…

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FST Prepares to Induct Fresh Graduates as NIFST Members on December 4

By Olaoye Oyewole The Department of Food Science and Technology (FST), College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), is set to induct its 76 fresh graduates for the 2023/2024 Academic Session as professional members of the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST). According to the Acting Head of the Department, Dr. Olatundun Kajihausa, the Induction ceremony would take …

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2024/2025 ACADEMIC SESSION MATRICULATION CEREMONY AND COMMENCEMENT LECTURE

NOTICE TO ALL MATRICULATING STUDENTS All Matriculating Students are hereby informed that the MATRICULATION CEREMONY for the 2024/2025 Academic Session and the 12th Commencement Lecture of the University will be held at the Professor Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building on Wednesday, 20th November, 2024. All Matriculants are required by regulation to wear academic gowns. Academic Gowns and Ca…

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In Pictures: TETFund ES and Israeli Ambassador Present Patent Certificate to Prof. Ayotunde Adebambo at TETFair

The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Sonny S.T. Echono, and the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Michael Freeman, recently presented a patent certificate to Prof. Ayotunde Adebambo for his groundbreaking invention, the Automated Non-Invasive Digital Animal Monitoring Device (ANiMeDRig). The presentation took place during the TETFair held at Eagle S…

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A Legacy of Excellence: Celebrating the Life and Times of Prof. Nurudeen Olorun-Nimbe Adedipe, Pioneer Vice-Chancellor of FUNAAB

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) owes much of its distinguished reputation to the vision and leadership of Prof. Nurudeen Olorun-Nimbe Adedipe, its Foundation Vice-Chancellor. A highly revered Plant Scientist and academic trailblazer, Prof. Adedipe’s contributions laid the foundation for what would become the best University of Agr…

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