FG Inaugurates Newly-Appointed Council Members

… As FUNAAB’s Governing Council Holds Inaugural Meeting in Abuja By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Honourable Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, on July 4, 2024, officially inaugurated the newly-appointed Chairmen and members of the Governing Councils of Federal Tertiary Institutions. During the ceremony, the Honourable Minister urged the appointees to focus on generating increased internal […]

ANAN-FUNAAB Chapter Elects New Officers

The Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Chapter, composed of professional accountants from the Bursary and Internal Audit Departments of FUNAAB, made history on July 3, 2024. At their quarterly meeting held in the Pension Board Room, the chapter elected new officers who would lead the Association from […]

VACANCY  FOR  THE  POST  OF  PRINCIPAL AND VICE-PRINCIPAL, FUNIS   

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the vacant positions of Principal and Vice-Principal at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS)  The School The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS) is a premier, private, co-educational day and boarding school, established in September, 2004. It was founded to provide a […]

Professors Ajayi, Ojo Celebrated for Exemplary Service to FUNAAB

By Emeka Oluka The Department of Agricultural Administration (AGAD) today, July 2, 2024, honoured Prof. Michael Ajayi for his meritorious service to the Department and the University at large. Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, appreciated Prof. Ajayi for his services to the Department of AGAD and the University, describing him as […]

FUNAAB Dawning a New Day to Address Food Challenges

By Emeka Oluka, Femi Dansu & Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has embarked on a massive production of cassava, livestock, and other farm products to address food security challenges in Abeokuta, in particular, and Ogun State, in general. Bearing as its core mandate of Teaching, Research and Extension Service, FUNAAB was […]

WAFROEX, FUNAAB Deepen Partnership on Honey Production

By Olasunkanmi Olajide WAFROEX, a leading Apiculture and Agro-Allied organisation has deepened its partnership with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) in sustainable beekeeping practices, including enhancing honey production in Nigeria. Speaking at the meeting, the Team Lead, Mr. Samir Lababidi detailed the organisation’s plans to deepen its collaboration with FUNAAB, highlighting their success […]

DRIP Hosts Workshop for Academic Staff

By Joy Adeyiga & Bamidele Odegbami The Directorate of Research, Innovations & Partnerships (DRIP) has held an impactful One-Day Workshop for the Academic Staff of the University. The event, themed “Procedure for Preparing Winning Tertiary Education Fund (TETFUND) and National Research Fund (NRF) Proposals,” took place at the Board Room of the Centre of Excellence […]

Ag. Registrar Commends Arueyingho as He Disengages from FUNAAB

By Femi Dansu The Exams and Records Unit of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has lauded Mr. Tuoyo Arueyingho, Senior Assistant Registrar, for his voluntary disengagement from the services of the University. The commendation event took place on June 28, 2024, at the Green Chamber. Mr. Arueyingho joined FUNAAB in January 2012 as […]

NAL Forges Partnership with IITA

By Akin Omotoso In a bid to foster agricultural research and improve research output, the Nimbe Adedipe Library (NAL) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has initiated a collaborative effort with the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA). A delegation from NAL, led by Mr. Akinkumi Omotosho, accompanied by Mr. Kehinde Bamigbose  and […]

FUNAAB Holds Workshop for Deans, Directors

By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) recently organised a Workshop focused on promoting best standard ethical work practices for its Deans and Directors of Academic Centres. Held on June 27, 2024, in the Conference Room of the Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (CEADESE), the […]

Appraisal Workshop on 2021-2025 Strategic Plan Slated for July 3

By Bamidele Odegbami The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has approved a Mid-year Appraisal Workshop for Deans, Directors, Heads of Departments and Units, to review the operations of the 2021-2025 Strategic Plan Document and prepare for the next Strategic Plan of the University. According to a Release by the Secretary, Strategic Plan Monitoring and Evaluation Committee […]

UREC to Hold Training of Trainers Workshop Tomorrow

The University Research Ethics Committee (UREC) would hold a Workshop for Deans and Directors of Academic Centres, tomorrow, Thursday, June 27, 2024, at the Board Room of the Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (CEADESE) by 10:00 a.m.

TETFund-NRF Project:

Tomato Agronomic Biofortification Project Holds Inception Meeting By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Tomato Agronomic Biofortification Project, a Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETfund)-National Research Fund (NRF) sponsored project has held its Inception Meeting to kick-start the project. The meeting, was held on June, 26, 2024, at the College of Plant Science and Crop Production […]

TSU Seeks FUNAAB’s Mentorship on Development

By Olaoye Oyewole Principal Officers from the Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, recently visited the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to seek its mentorship and understudy its structural development. In his Address to the TSU delegation, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde expressed gratitude for TSU’s decision to model its development after FUNAAB. He emphasised […]

Mr. Arowosegbe Bows out of FUNAAB

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Patrick Erinoso Mr. Olugbenga Arowosegbe, a long-serving driver in the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development) was celebrated at a send-forth event organised in his honour. Known for his easy-going nature, kindness, and jovial spirit, Mr. Olugbenga Arowosegbe was commended for his ability to connect with people, offer guidance, and provide […]

Green Oasis, Others Donate Economic Trees to FUNAAB

… As the University Celebrates 2024 World Environment Day By Joy Adeyiga & Temiloluwa Osinuga In celebration of the 2024 World Environment Day, the Green Oasis Workshop, in partnership with the Pan Africa Environmental Management Institute (PAEMI), and supported by the French Embassy in Nigeria, the United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health […]

Prof. Eruvbetine Endows FUNAAB with 32-Bed Hostel

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Bamidele Odegbami Prof. Daisy Eruvbetine, a distinguished scholar and former Dean, College of Animal Science and Livestock Production (COLANIM), today, June 26, 2024, generously endowed the University with a 32-bed hostel of 16 rooms at Mawuko. Prof. Eruvbetine, now retired, stated that her decision to donate the hostel was a gesture […]

FUNAAB Hosts Two-Day Capacity Building Workshop for Academic Staff

By Joy Adeyiga, Femi Dansu & Temiloluwa Osinuga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) recently organised a Two-Day Capacity Building Workshop aimed at enhancing the skills of its academic staff, ranging from Graduate Assistants to Senior Lecturers. The initiative aligned with the current administration’s commitment to continuous staff development. During the Opening Ceremony, Dr. […]

UI Delegates Visit FUNAAB to Study FPY Programmes at COBFAS

By Bamidele Odegbami High-key delegation from the University of Ibadan (UI), on June 24, 2024, visited the Center for Community Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to understudy its Farm Practical Year (FPY) Programmes. The delegation included Prof. Olufemi Adebiyi from the Department of Animal Science, and Dr. Oyeyemi […]

TSU Seeks FUNAAB’s Mentorship on Development

By Olaoye Oyewole Principal Officers from the Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, recently visited the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to seek its mentorship and understudy its structural development. In his Address to the TSU delegation, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde expressed gratitude for TSU’s decision to model its development after FUNAAB. He emphasised […]

Physics Scholars Converge in FUNAAB for Scientific Discourse

By Joy Adeyiga & Femi Dansu Scholars in the field of Physics have converged in the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) for the Joint International Centre of Theoretical Physics (ICTP)-International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)-FUNAAB Sub-Saharan Africa School on the Applications of Monte Carlo and Molecular Dynamics Simulations in Radiation and Health Physics. Addressing the […]

ADMISSION! ADMISSION!! ADMISSION!!!

This is to inform the general public that the sale of Admission Forms (2024/2025 Session) into the Institute of Human Resources Development (INHURD), at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through Pre-Degree Science, Pre-Degree Entrepreneurial Studies, Advanced Level JUPEB Science and A Level JUPEB Entrepreneurial programmes is commenced. The 10-month Pre-admission programme is a […]

NUC Visits FUNAAB for ATMUA Facility Inspection

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The National Universities Commission (NUC) on June 24, 2024, paid an Inspection Visit to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), to check the facilities and amenities provided by FUNAAB in preparation for the resumption of Adedapo Tejuoso Medical University, Abeokuta (ATMUA). While stating the purpose of their visit, […]

NCF Visits FUNAAB to Forge New Collaborations

By Olaoye Oyewole & Femi Dansu The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) team has paid a courtesy visit to the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) with a view to establish a fruitful partnership between both parties. During the visit held in Conference Room A of the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, Mr. Ayodele Alamu, Senior […]