FUNAAB’s 112th Inaugural Lecture: Don Urges FG to Exploit Rare Earth Deposits in Lagos, Ogun
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga An Environmental Geology and Geochemistry expert from the Department of Geology, College of Environmental Resources Management (COLERM), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Adewole Gbadebo, has called on the Federal Government to harness the high concentrations of heavy Rare Earth Elements (REEs) discovered in Lagos and Ogun States […]
Pro-Chancellor Rallies Support for Completion of University Mosque
… As Top Muslim Cleric Urges Muslims to Serve Humanity at FUNAAB’s 36th Ramadan Lecture By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Olatoye Sanusi The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, HRM, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi (Odundun IV), Asoludero, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has reaffirmed his commitment to the completion of the University Mosque, calling for […]
In Pictures: Global President of the FUNAAB Alumni Association, Mr. Bolaji Gbadamosi, during separate congratulatory visits to two distinguished alumni, the newly appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Olusegun Idowu, and the Dean, Postgraduate School, Prof. Olusiji Sowande, in their respective offices👇
Pioneer VC’s Alma Mater Visits FUNAAB Library
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on September 23, 2025, welcomed the Principal, staff, students, and Old Boys of Ibadan Boys’ High School (IBHS), Oke Bola, Ibadan, the alma mater of the late Prof. ‘Nimbe Adedipe (IBH 490), pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the University, on a historic visit to the Nimbe Adedipe Library. The visit […]
FUNAAB Zoo Park’s Goat Breeding Initiative Gathers Pace
The goat breeding initiative introduced at the FUNAAB Zoo Park in 2024 is steadily gaining traction, aligning with the University’s commitment to sustainability and cost-effective animal management. Spearheaded by the Director of the Zoo Park, Prof. Sammy Sam-Wobo, the project has recorded notable success, with several female goats recently giving birth. Launched to reduce the […]
2025 Staff Unity Games:
Day Two Delivers Drama, Quarterfinal Clash Looms … As Indoor Games Set to Begin Tomorrow By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Aduragbemi Oke The adrenaline kept flowing on Day Two of the 2025 Staff Unity Games as the football field turned into a battleground of determination, grit, and goals, setting the stage for an exhilarating quarterfinal lineup. […]
NAAT-FUNAAB Women Leader Nominated as South-West Zonal Coordinator
Mrs. Atinuke Jooda, the current Women Leader of the National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Branch has been nominated as the South-West Zonal Women Leader of the Association. The South-West Zone comprises 24 universities. She was one of the six pioneer Women Leaders representing each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical […]
The Bahamas Delegation Bids Farewell to FUNAAB
… Proposes Collaboration on Agricultural Heritage By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Tofunmi Adebayo As the Bahamas delegation concluded its week-long visit to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), a strategic exit meeting was held today, February 18, 2025, with the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, to solidify collaborations on agricultural heritage. Led by His Excellency, Dr. […]
IFSERAR to Hold Seminar on Antimicrobial Resistance, Safe Food Production
By Adewole Oduwole The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) would on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, hold its monthly seminar at the IFSERAR Seminar Room, IFSERAR Building by 10 a.m. The February edition would feature Dr. Thaddeus Ariom, who would provide expert insights on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and Safe Food Production—a […]
OORBDA Eyes Partnership with FUNAAB to Tackle Food Security Challenges
…As Pro-Chancellor Leads Council Delegation to the Authority By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has reaffirmed its dedication to tackling food security challenges and youth unemployment through a strategic partnership with the Ogun-Oshun River Basin Development Authority (OORBDA). This commitment was emphasised during a Courtesy Visit to OORBDA […]
FUNIS Celebrates 2024 UTME Scholars
By Bamidele Odegbami The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, International School (FUNIS) has joyously celebrated the outstanding success of its students in the just-concluded 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). In a recent announcement from the Ag. Principal of the School, Mr. Olusola Ilori, it was disclosed that a total of 52 students participated in […]
Don Advocates Indigenous Knowledge for Value Addition
… Warns Against Bleaching By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The 85th Inaugural Lecturer of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Elizabeth Oluwalana, a distinguished expert in Agricultural and Resources Economics, has strongly cautioned against the harmful practices of skin bleaching. Instead, she urged the utilisation of natural products to prevent skin diseases […]
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 […]
FUNAAB Attains Another Achievement
… Ranks 11th as Best Value University for International Students The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has added another feather to its cap by attaining the 11th position as the Best Value University for International Students among 149 universities in Nigeria. This achievement placed FUNAAB within the Top 25% of the Best Value University […]
VC Calls for more Commitment
… As FUNAAB Holds First Ever Webinar Series By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga In the maiden Webinar Series of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde emphasised the imperative of a doubled commitment from all University stakeholders to enhance progress and achieve established objectives. Addressing the University community, Prof. […]
FUNAAB 81st Inaugural Lecture
The Search For The NIGERIAN BREAD, FUNAAB Don, Prof Idowu Tasks Private Sector to Develop Non-Wheat Local Raw Materials A Professor of Food Science and Technology, Prof Michael Idowu has called on the private sector to sponsor and introduce a new product known as the “Nigerian Bread” into the market just like there are British, […]
FUNAAB Principal Officers
Prof. Bolanle Idowu Akeredolu-Ale Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Prof. Clement Adeofun Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development) Dr. Hakeem Adebola Adekola Registrar Mr. Chukwunwike Ezekpeazu Bursar Dr. (Mrs.) Fehintola Onifade University Librarian
His Royal Eminence, Edidem Ekpo Okon
The Obong of Calabar, His Royal Eminence, Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V was born on November 20, 1949. His parents were Etubom Okon Abasi Otu Ukpong Mbo Otu and Madam Ikwo Okokon Ansa of Adiabo Ikot Mbo Otu. He descends from Adiabo clan of the Eburutu tribe and he is traceable to the founding […]
REVISED ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2014/2015 ACADEMIC SESSION
Arrival of Fresh Students (FS) – Sunday, November 30, 2014 Online Registration of Returning Students – Monday, December 1, 2014–Friday, January 9, 2015 FS Registration by Exams & Records – Monday, December 1–Friday, December 5, 2014 ICT Training for Fresh Students Leadership Training – Monday, December 8–Friday, December 12, 2014 Arrival (Returning Students) – Sunday, […]
FUNAAB Professors
NAMES AREA OF SPECIALISATION E-MAIL ADDRESSES PHONE NUMBERS COLLEGE OF AGRIC MANAGEMENT AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT P A Okuneye Farm Mgt & Accounting, Environmental Economics b_okuneye@yahoo.com +234-803-323-3230 A. M. Omotayo Agric Ext & Rural Soc. akinjuly@yahoo.co.uk +234-803-722-3311 M.T. Ajayi Human Resources Dev. & Training akinwumi5253@yahoo.com +234-703-012-6840 C.A. Afolami Econometrics & Prod. Economics steveafolami@yahoo.com +234-803-389-9539 S. Momoh […]
News Published in January 2015
We are Advancing to Greater Heights
When I came into office about twenty one (21) months ago, it was with a vision to transform the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) into a World Class University. I give glory to God Almighty because through His grace and power, we are advancing to greater heights everyday. Our University has continued to improve […]
Request for Input on the Development of FUNAAB Knowledge Centre
I write to remind you of our request on FUNAABPEDIA, one of the initiatives of Webometrics Centre having recognized your efforts in research and development in this University and globally. The purpose of FUNAABPEDIA is to develop and institute a knowledge centre within our university’s website and to make it more visible to the entire […]
Information from Webometrics Centre
Dear Content Contributor,I write to appreciate you for your support to the Webometrics Centre. The centre will like you to send updates of your CV and 2013 academic publications to (webometrics@funaab.edu.ng) in order to present you adequately to our internet audience.In addition, information on application for this year 2014 TETFUND is available on the LATEST […]