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 […]
FUNAABites to Participate in 2nd National Adire Festival
By Olaoye Oyewole Students from the Department of Home Science and Management (HSM) – Clothing and Textiles Option, are to take part in the upcoming 2nd National Adire Festival. A memo issued by the Head of Department, HSM, Prof. Adetoun Amubode, informed that the festival, organised by the Asani and Aduke Foundation, would take place […]
VC to Receive ISN Distinguished Fellowship on Nov. 23
…As FUNAAB, ISN Sign MoA By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu In recognition of his leadership roles and interest in promoting security education, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, would be conferred with the Distinguished Fellowship Award of the Institute of Security, Nigeria (ISN), on November 23, 2024, at the University of Lagos (UNILAG). The information […]
Medical Experts Urge Nigerians to Embrace Preventive Health Care
Medical experts have called on Nigerians not to wait for symptoms to manifest before seeking medical assistance. Instead, they emphasised the importance of proactive health check-ups and screenings, especially for diabetes and hypertension, as part of the “Project 10 Million” Awareness Campaign. Speaking during a live interactive session on FUNAAB Radio 89.5FM, the Director of […]
FUNAAB to Sign MoA with ISN Tomorrow
By Durodola Makinde & Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with the Institute of Communication and General Studies (ICGNS), is set to sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Institute of Security, Nigeria (ISN) to enhance security training for students and staff within the University and its surrounding environments. […]
FUNAAB Promotes Entrepreneurial Skills with TETFund Training Programme
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Entrepreneurship Intervention Training, hosted by the Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies (CENTS) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), wrapped up on Friday, November 1, 2024. At the closing ceremony, Prof. Emily Ayo-John, Director of CENTS, representing the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde highlighted the crucial role of entrepreneurship in […]
Skill Acquisition: An Antidote to Economic Challenges – CENTS Director
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Director, Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies (CENTS), Prof. Emily Ayo-John, has encouraged participants in the 2023/2024 TETFund Entrepreneurship Intervention Training to fully engage with the skills acquisition process, highlighting its potential to provide an additional source of income. Her remarks underscored the vital role of entrepreneurship in reducing unemployment and fostering sustainable […]
China Partners FUNAAB to Establish On-Campus Chinese Language School
By Joy Adeyiga & Patrick Erinoso The Chinese Government is poised to partner with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), to establish a Chinese Language School on campus. The initiative is aimed at enhancing Continuous Professional Development, fostering Enterprise Industrial Education, and deepening mutual academic and cultural ties. During a pivotal meeting held today, […]
Library Holds Orientation for New, Returning Students
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has once again demonstrated its commitment to academic excellence with the successful 2024/2025 Academic Session Library Registration and Orientation for new and returning students. The event, held on October 24, 2024, at the Wole Soyinka Library, attracted a large turnout and was described as peaceful […]
NMEP Visits FUNAAB to Expand Sentinel Site Activities in Ogun State
The National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), on October 23, 2024, paid a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde to collaborate on expanding Sentinel Site Activities in Ogun State. The Vice-Chancellor was represented at the meeting by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, Prof. Olukayode Akinyemi. The sentinel site hosted […]
Unlocking Ethnographic Research: FUNAAB to Host 2-Day Workshop on Data Collection
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to hold a 2-day Workshop on Data Collection for Ethnographic Research. Organised by the 2023 Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) National Research Fund (NRF) Digiculture Project, the Workshop would explore practical strategies and ethical considerations for collecting data for developing a predictive digital […]
CNG Buses Begin Operations at FUNAAB
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is pleased to announce the launch of compressed natural gas (CNG) powered minibuses for commercial transportation within and around the campus. This initiative, branded as the Smart Road Transport Scheme (SRT), is aimed at reducing the daily transportation costs for staff and students. Endorsed by the University Management […]