COLPHYS 3rd Biennial Conference Ends with Grant-Writing Workshop for Researchers
By Femi Dansu & David Johnson Researchers have been urged to strengthen their grant-seeking, proposal-writing and grant-management skills to improve their chances of securing research funding and increasing the impact of their work. The call was underscored at a workshop on grant writing and winning organised as part of the closing activities of the 3rd […]
Pro-Chancellor Inspects 2,000-Hectare FUNAAB Alumni Farmland
… As Global Alumni President Declares: “We’re Poised to Feed the Nation” By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has strengthened its contribution to Nigeria’s food security drive as its Alumni Association expands investments in agriculture, with the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, HRM, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde […]
Don Unveils Green Technology Solutions to Combat Environmental Pollution
… Advocates Waste Recycling, Tree Planting, Bioremediation as FUNAAB Holds 116th Inaugural Lecture By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Olaoye Oyewole & Wuraola Dada The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has intensified calls for innovative, research-driven solutions to environmental pollution, with its 116th Inaugural Lecturer, Prof. Babatunde Bada, advocating green technology, waste recycling, tree planting and the […]
Governing Council Honours Five Ex-Members, Celebrates Legacy of Service
… As Pro-Chancellor Applauds their Intellectual Contributions, Camaraderie and Commitment to the University’s Growth By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Wuraola Dada The Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has honoured five former members for their invaluable contributions to the growth and development of the University, applauding their exemplary service, professional competence and […]
FUNAAB Alumna, Dr. Mary Adebayo Makes History as Nigeria’s Overall Best Teacher for 2026
… Clinches Double National Honours, Wins Brand-New Car at Presidential Excellence Awards The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has celebrated the emergence of its alumna, Dr. Mary Adebayo, as Nigeria’s Overall Best Teacher for 2026, describing the prestigious national recognition as a testament to the quality of its graduates and their contributions to national […]
FUNAAB Researcher Unveils Plant-Based Weapon Against Poultry Infections
By Makinde Durodola The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has recorded another research breakthrough with findings indicating the potential of African Parquetina ( Parquetina nigrescens ) as a plant-based alternative to conventional antibiotics in poultry production. The findings were presented by Dr. Wuraola Adegun during a research presentation, titled “Does African Parquetina (Parquetina nigrescens) […]
COLENG to Hold Research, Leadership Seminar on October 21
The College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), would hold a Research and Leadership Seminar/Workshop Series on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. The seminar, themed “Transformational Leadership in Academia: Moving from Manager to Visionary Leader,” is designed to strengthen leadership capacity and promote effective and transformative leadership within the academic environment. The programme […]
FUNAAB’s Deputy Bursar Appointed Pioneer Bursar of Godswill Akpabio University
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has announced the appointment of one of its Deputy Bursars, Mrs. Antigha Effioanwan Asuquo, as the pioneer Bursar of Godswill Akpabio University, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. According to the Ag. Head, Directorate of Public Relations, FUNAAB, Mr. Olasunkanmi Olajide, the appointment marks a significant milestone in Mrs. Asuquo’s […]
FUNAAB’s Deputy Bursar, Dr. Omisope Emerges as Bursar of BOUESTI
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has marked another milestone in professional excellence and leadership development with the appointment of its Deputy Bursar I, Dr. Margaret Omisope, as the second substantive Bursar of Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (BOUESTI), Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti State. A statement by the Ag. Head, Directorate of Public […]
INHURD-FUNAAB Cooperative to Hold AGM on October 7
By Femi Dansu The Institute of Human Resources Development (INHURD)-FUNAAB Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited is set to hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, to review its activities, assess its progress and deliberate on matters relating to its administration and development. The meeting, scheduled for 2:00 p.m., would take place at […]
FUNAAB to Hold 116th Inaugural Lecture on October 14
By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to hold its 116th Inaugural Lecture on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, with a focus on green technology and environmental sustainability. The Lecture, titled “Harnessing Green Technology for a Sustainable Future Environment,” would be delivered by Prof. Babatunde Saheed Bada, a Professor of Environmental […]
Nimbe Adedipe Library Promotes FUNAAB Chatbot for Smarter Research
The Nimbe Adedipe Library, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has encouraged researchers, Academic staff, Postgraduate students and Undergraduates to explore the FUNAAB Chatbot as a digital tool for supporting research, academic writing and information discovery. The Chatbot was designed to provide members of the University Community with an additional digital resource for asking questions, […]
FUNAAB Muslim Community Honours 22 Retired Staff
By Olaoye Oyewole The Muslim Community of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has honoured 22 retired Muslim staff members for their years of dedicated service and contributions to the University and the Muslim Community. Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, represented by the former Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine (COLVET), […]
VC Urges Leadership Graduands to Impact Society
By Femi Dansu & Joy Olabanji The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has urged graduands of the Philosophy and Leadership Studies Programme to deploy the knowledge and values acquired to make a positive impact in society. The Vice-Chancellor gave the charge today, September 30, 2026, while presenting certificates to graduands […]
Don Calls for Home-Grown Technology to Rapidly Drive Nigeria’s Development
… As FUNAAB Holds 115th Inaugural Lecture By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Wuraola Dada A distinguished expert in Electronic and Control Systems Engineering from the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, College of Engineering (COLENG), at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Olubunmi Akinola, has called on the Nigerian Government to demonstrate stronger political […]
Livestock Development Minister Visits FUNAAB, Says FG to Commercialise FUNAAB-Alpha, Boost Livestock Genetics
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Raymond Osemene The Honourable Minister of Livestock Development, Hon. Idi Mukhtar Maiha, has said the Federal Government is set to collaborate with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), to commercialise and scale up FUNAAB-Alpha, the University’s indigenous poultry innovation developed by Emerita Olufunmilayo Adebambo, as part of efforts to strengthen […]
FUNAAB Commences Library, Medical Registration for 2026/2027 Fresh Students
By Joy Adeyiga & David Johnson The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has commenced its Library and medical registration exercises for newly admitted students of the 2026/2027 academic session, as the University begins to formally integrate fresh students into its academic and healthcare systems. The two exercises commenced today, September 28, 2026, with fresh […]
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Nimbe Adedipe Library Begins 2026/2027 Student Registration Tomorrow
The Nimbe Adedipe Library would commence the registration of students for the 2026/2027 Academic Session tomorrow, Monday, September 28, 2026. The registration exercise, which would take place at the Wole Soyinka Library, has been designed to ensure that students are duly registered to access the Library’s facilities, resources and services throughout the academic session. The […]
Career and Sensitisation Programme for Freshers in Focus
Beyond the Certificate: Why FUNAAB is Preparing a New Generation of Global Problem-Solvers By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga For the newly admitted students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), the journey into higher education officially began with more than lectures, registration, matriculation and the anticipation of graduation. It began with a challenge: […]
FUNAAB, OPay Sign ₦60m MoU to Support Students
… Partnership provides ₦300,000 Annual Scholarship, Innovation Challenge and Talent Development Opportunities By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Olabanji The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) and OPay Digital Services Limited today, September 24, 2026, signed a landmark ₦60 million Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support students through scholarships, innovation challenges, capacity building and talent development […]
VC Tasks FOSAN on Sustaining Food Safety Advocacy
… As Food Safety Capacity Building Programme Opens in FUNAAB By David Johnson The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has charged the Food Safety Ambassadors of Nigeria (FOSAN) to sustain its contributions to food safety advocacy and ensure that its impact is increasingly felt in society. The Vice-Chancellor gave the charge today, September 23, 2026, at […]
FUNAAB Advances Cleaner Transportation Agenda with CNG, EV Sensitisation
By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has strengthened its commitment to cleaner and more sustainable transportation with a sensitisation programme on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Electric Vehicles (EVs), aimed at promoting safer, more affordable and environmentally responsible mobility. The programme, held today, September 23, 2026, at the NASU Secretariat, was […]
FUNAAB Sensitises Fresh Students on Career Pathways, Academic Excellence
… As VC Urges Students to Combine Academic Success with Good Character By Joy Adeyiga & Wuraola Dada The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has sensitised its newly admitted students on academic expectations, career opportunities and the importance of developing the knowledge, skills and character required for a successful university experience and future career. […]