FUNAAB Mourns the Passing of Prof. Ibiyemi Olayiwola

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has lost one of its finest scholars, Prof. Ibiyemi Olasunbo Olayiwola, a renowned academic and expert in Human Nutrition. Prof. Olayiwola, who until her passing was a respected member of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), died on the evening […]

VC Approves June 30 for Commencement of FUNAAB Staff Unity Games

By Olaoye Oyewole The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has approved Monday, June 30, 2025, as the official kick-off date for the much-anticipated FUNAAB Staff Unity Games. This was disclosed in a release signed by the Director of Sports, Dr. Samuel Olabanji, who also announced that a crucial pre-event meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, June […]

CENTS Vacation Training Set to Begin on Monday!

The Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies (CENTS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to kick off its much-anticipated Vacation Training Programme on Monday, June 23, 2025. Students, staff members and interested participants are encouraged to take advantage of this hands-on training opportunity designed to equip them with valuable entrepreneurial skills. The training is physical […]

Senator Yayi Donates 50 Solar-Powered Streetlights, Five Mini Buses to FUNAAB

By Olasunkanmi Olajide In a remarkable show of support for education, security, and sustainable development, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has received a significant infrastructure boost from Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, CON, widely known as Senator Yayi. The donation comprised 50 solar-powered streetlights and five minibuses for campus transportation, underscoring the Senator’s […]

FUNAAB Records Subject-Specific Milestones in 2025 THE Impact Rankings

As a follow-up to its overall performance in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, a drilldown of the ranking by academic discipline revealed that the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) emerged as Nigeria’s best in several academic disciplines. Notably, FUNAAB emerged:▪️Joint 1st in Veterinary Services▪️Joint 4th in Agriculture and Forestry▪️Joint 5th in […]

FUNAAB Don Shines Bright, Appointed Vice-Chancellor of Nigeria Maritime University

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has once again made headlines as one of its esteemed scholars, Prof. Flora Tobolayefa Oluwafemi, has been appointed the Vice-Chancellor of the Nigeria Maritime University (NMU), Okerenkoko, Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State. A distinguished academic and immediate past Head of the Department of Microbiology, […]

FUNAAB Trains Farmers on Hydroponic Technology under EU-Sponsored AGRECOFARM Project

… As Two-Year Master’s Programme in Agroecology Set to Commence By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has taken a major step toward promoting sustainable agriculture with the hosting of a One-Day Workshop and Training on Hydroponic Technology, under the European Union-supported AGRECOFARM Project. The event, held in partnership with nine other […]

UNAAB CMS Ltd Elects New Executive Officers

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Staff Co-operative Multipurpose Society Limited has ushered in a new era of leadership with the election of a fresh set of executive officers to pilot the affairs of the Society for the next two years. The newly elected officers are Mr. Olufemi Owoade who has been re-elected as […]

CENTS Ignites a New Wave of Entrepreneurial Transformation at FUNAAB

… As Vacation Training Kicks Off on June 23 With New Offerings, Online Opportunities, Open Access for All In a bid to empower students to be job creators rather than job seekers and also close the widening skills gap affecting the nation’s labour market, the Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies (CENTS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta […]

Mechatronics Students Showcase Innovative Tech Solutions at 3rd Final-Year Project Exhibition

By Aduragbemi Oke In a bold demonstration of creativity and technical prowess, final-year students from the Department of Mechatronics Engineering, College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), staged the 3rd edition of their Annual Final-Year Project Exhibition, captivating attendees with groundbreaking innovations designed to address real-world challenges. The exhibition featured a diverse […]

FUNIS Main Gate Wears a New Look Ahead of Students’ Resumption

In readiness for the resumption of students from their mid-Third Term break on Sunday, June 15, 2025, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS) has commenced beautification of its main gate area, which is now wearing a refreshing new look. The ongoing transformation was part of a horticultural landscaping project aimed at enhancing […]

Mechatronics Dept. Final Year Project Exhibition Holds Tomorrow

By Tofunmi Adebayo The Department of Mechatronics Engineering, College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to host the 3rd edition of its Final Year Students’ Project Exhibition, tomorrow, June 17, 2025. The event would take place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Mechatronics Engineering Laboratory, located behind the […]