HLF Honours Emerita Professor Adebambo for Outstanding Contributions to Food Security
The Hallmarks of Labour Foundation (HLF), a prestigious organisation committed to recognising excellence among outstanding Nigerians, Africans, and individuals of Black heritage, has honoured Emerita Professor Olufunmilayo Adebambo with an award for Outstanding Contributions to Research, Innovation, and Value-Chain Development Towards Food Security. The distinguished honour was in recognition of Emerita Professor Adebambo’s trailblazing work […]
FUNAAB to Host NUJ One-Day Training for Information Officers on May 8
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) would on Thursday, May 8, 2025, play host to a One-Day Capacity-Building Training for Information and Public Relations Officers across Ogun State, at the Green Chamber commencing at 9:00 a.m. The training, organised by the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Information Chapel, and […]
Governing Council Celebrates Prof. Henshaw at 66
The Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) today, May 1, 2025, celebrated one of its distinguished members, Prof. Folake Henshaw, as she marked her 66th birthday in grand style. The celebration took place during a Special Council Meeting held at the serene La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort, where members of the […]
Fallout of Special Council Meeting:
DVC, Development Completes Tenure … Hands Over to Prof. Atayese By Olasunkanmi Olajide In the wake of a Special Meeting of the Governing Council, the outgoing Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Development, Prof. Kola Adebayo, has officially handed over the reins of office to his successor, Prof. Mufutau Atayese. Prof. Adebayo, whose tenure formally ends at midnight today, […]
HSM to Host Exhibition, Fashion Show on May 7
By Joy Adeyiga The Department of Home Science and Management (HSM), College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to host its Exhibition and Fashion Show for its final year students specialising in Clothing and Textiles. Themed “Heritage in Power: A Fusion of Tradition and Elegance,” the […]
BUDLEIN Marks World Book Day with Spelling Bee, Reading Competitions
By Joy Adeyiga The Budding Leaders Empowerment Initiative (BUDLEIN), a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) focused on youth mentorship and capacity building, commemorated the 2025 World Book Day with a Spelling Bee and Reading Competition aimed at promoting literacy and stimulating creativity among young learners. The event, themed “Discovering New Worlds: How Books Spark Imagination Beyond Screens,” […]
FUNAAB, Alumni Eye Strategic Partnership to Develop Farm Resort on Campus
…As Council’s Strategic Retreat Enters Day 3 By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with its Alumni Association, is exploring the possibility of establishing a multi-million Naira Farm Resort on campus. The proposed initiative was being conceived to boost edu-tourism, enhance nature activities, increase Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), and encourage […]
IFSERAR Holds 9th In-House Review Meeting
… Calls for Synergy Between Indigenous Knowledge, Scientific Innovation By Joy Adeyiga The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), has once again blazed the trail by holding its 9th In-House Research Review Meeting, with a resounding call for the integration of indigenous knowledge systems and modern scientific innovation to address the […]
Dr. Salaam Delivers UNILORIN’s 5th Annual Registry Lecture
The Deputy Registrar I (Senate and Admissions) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Dr. Abdussobur Salaam, was the Guest Lecturer at the 5th Annual Registry Lecture of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), held on April 28, 2025. The Lecture, which took place at the University Auditorium, was themed “The Registry’s Role in Driving […]
PRESS STATEMENT
FUNAAB Mourns Loss of Student The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) regrets to announce the passing of one of its students, Mr. Samson Oyelaran, a 500-Level student of the Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries Management (AQFM), College of Environmental Resources Management (COLERM). Mr. Oyelaran, riding his personal Motorbike was involved in a fatal accident […]
Easter Message from the Vice-Chancellor
FUNAAB Matriculates 235 New Part-Time Degree Students
By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on April 22, 2025, formally welcomed 235 new students into its Part-Time Degree Programme (PTDP) for the 2024/2025 Academic Session through a combined Orientation and Matriculation Ceremony. Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, who was represented by the Deputy […]
Call for Applications: 2025 Academic Staff Training and Development Grants
By Adewole Oduwole The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) is inviting applications for its 2025 Academic Staff Training and Development (AST&D) Grants. The initiative is designed to support the academic advancement of staff members in Nigerian higher education institutions, including those in academic, technical, and technological fields. According to a memo signed by the Director […]
DAAD Appoints Prof. Ojo as Research Ambassador for Nigeria
By Olasunkanmi Olajide The German Academic Exchange Services (DAAD) has appointed Prof. Olufemi Ojo, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Desk Officer for the German Consulate in Nigeria and the immediate past Director of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH), as its Research Ambassador for Nigeria. The prestigious appointment, which spans a two-year term from […]
Pro-Chancellor Congratulates Newly Appointed Provost, DVC Development, Council Representatives, Others
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), His Royal Majesty, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, Asoludero, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has extended warm congratulations to Prof. Jonathan Atungwu on his well-deserved appointment as the Provost of the Federal College of Agriculture, Ibadan (FCAIB). The Pro-Chancellor lauded […]
FUNAAB-DIGISOL Champions Digital Financial Literacy for Farmers to Combat Climate Change
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga In a bid to revolutionise agricultural practices and bolster climate resilience among farmers, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, April 24, 2025, hosted a One-Day Training Workshop under its DIGISOL Project. Themed “Digital Financial Solutions Training for Farmers, Cooperatives, and Local Authorities for Sustainable Agriculture to Adapt […]
DITTECS Celebrates 2025 World Laboratory Day at FUNAAB
By Raymond Osemene The Directorate of Technologists and Technical Staff (DITTECS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on April 23, 2025, joined the global scientific community to commemorate the 2025 World Laboratory Day with a special event held at the Red Chamber. Delivering the Opening Remarks on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development), […]
Pictures Speak of the Funeral Service for the late Dr. Francisca Aroyeun held at the Victory Life Bible Church Headquarters, Abeokuta
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde was represented at the Service by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, Prof. Olukayode Akinyemi.👇
Registrar, Other Principal Officers to Get Residences on Campus – VC
… As FUNAAB Holds 37th Congregation Meeting By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has disclosed that construction has commenced on residential quarters for the Registrar, Bursar, and the University Librarian, with plans to build for the Deputy Vice-Chancellors in the near future. He revealed that the projects were being funded […]
COPAFEU Commemorates 2025 International Day of Zero Waste at FUNAAB
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Raymond Osemene In a strategic move to promote sustainable consumption and production patterns, the Co-Producing Knowledge on Sustainable Growth Through Service-Learning Pedagogy between African and European Higher Educational Institutions (COPAFEU), on April 22, 2025, joined the global community in celebrating the 2025 International Day of Zero Waste at the Federal University […]
🌦️ THE WEATHER FORECAST FOR FUNAAB & ENVIRONS 🌿📅 Issued by: IFSERAR Early Warning System & Geospatial Lab(Source: NOAA NCEP)
🗓️ Weekly Weather Outlook (April 21 – April 27, 2025) 🌧️ Total Predicted Rainfall: 0–5 mm🌦️ Rainy Days: 2 days (Friday & Sunday)🌤️ Dry Intervals: Very low possibility of rainfall from Monday to Thursday; mostly sunny and hot 📌 General Outlook :This week remains predominantly dry with a very low chance of rainfall from Monday […]
Prof. Atungwu Appointed Provost of FCAIB
Prof. Jonathan Atungwu, a distinguished expert in Plant Nematology from the Department of Crop Protection, College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT), has been appointed as the Provost and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Federal College of Agriculture, Ibadan (FCAIB) for a term of five years. A proud alumnus of FUNAAB, Prof. Atungwu […]
DIGISOL-FUNAAB to Train Rural Farmers on Digital Financial Solutions
As part of efforts to boost climate resilience and drive digital transformation in agriculture, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) would be hosting a One-Day Training Programme themed “Digital Financial Solutions (DFS) for Farmers in Remote Communities to Adapt to Climate Change.” The training, which is being organised by the DIGISOL-FUNAAB Team under the […]
FUNAAB to Hold Workshop in Commemoration of 2025 International Day of Zero Waste
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to commemorate the 2025 International Day of Zero Waste with a One-Day Workshop on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at the Postgraduate School Auditorium, beginning at 10:00 a.m. The workshop was organised to promote awareness on waste pollution and to encourage sustainable consumption and […]