FUNAAB Benefits from NCC’s Project
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has donated to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) 110 units of Laptops with e-Learning suites for Academic and Non-Teaching staff. The details of the project is contained in a letter signed by the Head, Procurement Department, NCC, Mr. Yusuf Argungu, on behalf of the Commission’s Executive Vice-Chairman, Professor Umar […]
UNN Alumni Felicitates with FUNAAB VC, Bursar
The Alumni of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka also referred to as Lions and Lioness in the University have paid a Courtesy Call on the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Salako and the Bursar, Mr. Chukwunwike Ezekpeazu who are also alumni. According to Professor David Agboola who spoke on behalf of the Alumni, the aim of the […]
Deputy Director CENT Becomes IMC Fellow
The Deputy Director Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies (CENTS) Dr. Elizabeth Oluwalana has been honoured with the award of Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (IMC). According to the Certificate of Award signed by the Director General, IMC, Professor David Lornem and National President IMC, Professor (Chief) Addison Wokocha respectively, the award is in recognition […]
FUNAAB VC Rewards Diligence
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Salako and other Principal Officers of the University have lauded the commitment to duty, dedication and diligence of Mrs. Mariam Popoola, Deputy Registrar II, Senate and Admissions. Commending Mrs. Popoola during a Send Forth, organised in her honour, the Vice-Chancellor described her as a seasoned Administrator, who demonstrated exceptional commitment to […]
Monarch Lauds FUNAAB Extension Service …as AMREC Empowers Community
His Royal Majesty, Oba Joseph Oladele Olusoji Tella, Arapapatira II, the Onisaga of Isaga Orile has given kudos to the Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta for the empowerment training programme on fish farming organized for the Isaga Orile community. According to the Monarch, the Training which […]
Professor Sokoya Bows Out From SIWES
Professor Grace Sokoya, the immediate past Director, Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), has completed her 5-year tenure as the Director of the Scheme and bowed out meritoriously. The 7th Director and the first female, Professor Sokoya assumed duty on September 23, 2013 and had her valedictory meeting with the SIWES Committee, headed by the […]
FUNAAB Shines At Schlumberger Foundation Outreach
The University’s efforts at ensuring gender balance in its entire structure, right from the appointment of Principal Officers to other appointments in the University have been acknowledged by the Schlumberger Foundation. The Foundation which is a non-profit organization that supports Science and Technology education, recognizes the link between science, technology, and socio-economic development, as well […]
Utilize opportunity, Become Entrepreneurs Don Charges Youths … Don Charges Youth
The Chief War Marshal of Man O’ War, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Professor Idris Ayinde has charged Nigerian youths to utilize opportunities at their disposal to become entrepreneurs, saying entrepreneurship remains the potent tool to fight the scourge of unemployment currently ravaging the country. Professor Idris made the call while delivering the lecture […]
International Collaboration: Key To Developmental Goals
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Salako has called for an increase in research partnership and collaboration among scientists as a means to promoting research development and increasing global competitiveness. Professor Salako made this call while delivering his Address at the Research Collaboration Symposium between the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) and the Alexander Von Humboldt […]
AWARD Lauds FUNAAB For Being A Worthy Partner
African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) has commended the University for being a supportive and worthy partner in progress since it’s establishment about a decade ago. Giving the commendation during a Courtesy Call on the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Salako and other Principal Officers of the University, Delegates from AWARD led by Deputy Director […]
Agricultural Extension Services, the Bedrock of Agricultural Development – VC
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Salako has described Agricultural Extension Services as the bedrock of Agricultural Development. Professor Salako said this while declaring open the Extension Orientation Workshop for University Academic Staff and Agricultural Development Staff in South West, Nigeria, organized by the Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC). Represented by the Dean, College of […]
Don Tackles Food Crisis
A University Don from the Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management (AE & FM) in the College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD), Professor ‘Bola Okuneye has proffered Research and Extension as a key factor to achieving Food Security and Economic Development. Professor Okuneye made this declaration while delivering the Keynote Address titled, […]