FUNAAB to Hold 111th Inaugural Lecture on March 25
By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) would hold its 111th Inaugural Lecture on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building. The Lecture, scheduled to commence at 2:00 p.m., would have guests seated by 1:30 p.m. Titled “Sustainable Society with Quality Soil Physical Environment as Siamese Twins,” the […]
FUNIS Students Visit Aletheia University, Showcase Culture of Excellence
In a demonstration of its commitment to holistic education and experiential learning, students of FUNAAB International School (FUNIS), recently embarked on an educational visit to Aletheia University, Ago-Iwoye, where they explored the academic environment of the fast-growing institution and interacted with members of its university community. The visit formed part of FUNIS’ broader strategy to […]
FUNAAB Students Receive Food Support to Ease Economic Hardship
By Patrick Erinoso Students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), have received garri support packages aimed at improving their welfare and cushioning the impact of prevailing economic challenges in the country. The initiative, organised by the Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC) in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food […]
FUNAAB, Ogun State to Launch AI-Driven Disease Surveillance App Tomorrow
By Raymond Osemene The Department of Computer Science at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through the Artificial Intelligence Applications for One Health (AIA4OneHealth) Research Hub, in collaboration with the Ogun State Ministry of Health, is set to launch an artificial intelligence-driven disease surveillance system known as IDS Master. According to a statement signed […]
FUNAAB Holds International Conference on Statistical Science
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) today, March 10, 2026, hosted the 2026 International Conference of the International Association of Survey Statisticians (IASS) and the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) Nigeria Local Group, bringing together statisticians, researchers and practitioners to examine how Statistical Science can address contemporary development challenges. Declaring the conference […]
VC Calls for Deepened Collaboration with ICAN
… As Abeokuta District Top Officials Pay Courtesy Visit to FUNAAB By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has called for deeper collaboration between the University and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), particularly in strengthening professional training for students. Prof. Kehinde made […]
FUNAAB Alumnus Endows Students with N2m
… As COLBIOS Holds 4th Biosciences Conference By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga An alumnus of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Monsuru Adeleke, has endowed the College of Biosciences (COLBIOS), with the sum of N2 Million to support outstanding and financially-disadvantaged students in the College. Prof. Adeleke, who is currently the Deputy […]
DUFARMS Launches Value-Added Products, Records Bumper Sales
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Femi Dansu & Tayo Onayemi The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has expanded its agribusiness portfolio with the official launch of value-added food products under the Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS), recording impressive sales at the event. The initiative, unveiled today, March 4, 2026, at the DUFARMS AGROMAT, marks the University’s […]
33rd Convocation Ceremony: Snippets of Activities in Motion Pictures
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FUNAAB Opens Applications for Phase V of Graduate Agripreneurship Programme
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has opened applications for the fifth phase of its flagship Graduate Agripreneurship Programme, offering a grant of ₦1.5 million to selected young alumni to establish and scale agricultural enterprises. The initiative, launched in 2022 through a partnership between FUNAAB and the British American Tobacco Nigeria […]
FUNAAB Gears Up for 2026 Book Exhibition to Mark World Book Day
By Patrick Erinoso In commemoration of World Book Day, as recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the Nimbe Adedipe Library, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has announced its plans for the 2026 Annual Book Exhibition. The exhibition, slated to run across all Colleges within the University was aimed at […]
CENTS Director Meets Skill Leaders, Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Entrepreneurship Training
The Director of the Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies (CENTS), Prof. Sakiru Akinbode held an interactive meeting with Skill Leaders and Facilitators of the Centre as part of efforts to strengthen the operations and activities of the Centre. The meeting, which took place on March 5, 2026, at the CENTS Board Room, provided a platform for […]
FUNAAB Sets March 11 for Mandatory NYSC Mobilisation Briefing for Final-Year Students
By Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has scheduled a sensitisation and mobilisation briefing for all 2025/2026 final-year students as part of preparations for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme. In a notice issued by the Dean, Student Affairs, Prof. Festus Adeosun, Heads of Departments have been directed to promptly inform […]
FUNAAB Signs MoU With Swedish Institution to Boost International Collaboration
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Raymond Osemene Following the visit of scholars from Blekinge Institute of Technology, Sweden, to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) last week, the University, today, March 5, 2026, signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to strengthen international academic collaboration and expand opportunities for teaching, research, academic exchange. The agreement […]
FUNAAB, Agri-Tech Firm Partner to Drive Agricultural Innovation
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Agri-Tech practitioners to strengthen collaboration aimed at promoting agricultural innovation, research, and national food security. The MoU was formalised during a meeting held today, March 5, 2026, where the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, expressed […]
FUNAAB, CIPM Sign MoU to Establish Study Centre on Campus
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has taken a significant step towards strengthening professional education by signing a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM), paving the way for the University to serve as a Study Centre for the Institute. […]
FUNAAB Researcher Unveils Cost-Effective, Healthier Fish Feed Alternative
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has recorded another major research breakthrough with the unveiling of an innovative, cost-effective and sustainable fish feed alternative that promises to transform aquaculture production. The study, presented at the February Monthly Seminar of the Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), revealed […]
FUNAAB Expands Global Footprint with Strategic MoU with Swedish Institution
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has strengthened its internationalisation drive with the Blekinge Institute of Technology (BTH), Karlskrona, Sweden. This agreement was reached by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, with the President of BTH, Prof. Henric Johnson, who was represented by the Institution’s Country Director, Prof. Kayode Adekunle. The agreement […]
Prof. Fakoya Delivers FUNAAB’s 110th Inaugural Lecture
… Launches ₦1 Million Prize for Best Farm Practical Year Student By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga Prof. Emmanuel Fakoya, a distinguished expert in Agricultural Extension and Rural Development at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has announced the establishment of a ₦1 million annual prize to reward the University’s Best Farm Practical Year […]
Don Urges FG to Resuscitate Ajaokuta Steel Complex
… As FUNAAB Holds 109th Inaugural Lecture By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu A leading Corrosion and Materials Engineering expert, Prof. Olayide Adetunji of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, has called on the Federal Government to urgently revive the long-dormant Ajaokuta Steel Complex, describing it as […]
AGRECOFARM Begins 3-Day Vocational Training on Agroecology, Sustainable Food Production
By Joy Adeyiga & Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through its AGRECOFARM, has commenced a 3-Day vocational education training workshop on agroecology and sustainable food production. The programme, which brought together farmers, students, extension agents, agribusiness operators and other stakeholders across the agricultural value chain, began today, Wednesday, February 25, 2026. […]
FUNAAB Set to Partner AltBank, Tulima on AI-Enabled Hydroponic Farming Campus Project
By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has further strengthened its reputation as a leading African hub for global agricultural innovation as it advanced high-level discussions with Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc (‘Sterling HoldCo’) and Egypt-based Tulima Farms and Agri-Processing LLC on the establishment of an AI-enabled hydroponic farming ecosystem on campus. […]
DITTECS Trains New Laboratory Personnel on Best Practices, Emerging Technologies
By Joy Adeyiga & Raymond Osemene The Directorate of Technologists and Technical Staff (DITTECS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, February 24, 2026, organised a One-Day Orientation programme for newly employed, upgraded and converted laboratory personnel as part of efforts to strengthen its technical workforce. Declaring the programme open, the Director, DITTECS, Dr. ‘Wunmi […]
FUNAAB Commences First Semester Examinations for Part-Time Degree Programme
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has commenced the First Semester Examinations for the 2025/2026 Academic Session under its Part-Time Degree Programme. The examinations, which began today, February 21, 2026, would run till Saturday, March 14, 2026. According to the Coordinator of the Part-Time Degree Programme, Dr. Enovwo Odjegba, the examinations are scheduled to […]