FUNAAB’s 92nd Inaugural Lecture:
Expert Advocates Human-Centred Design at Workplaces By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga Prof. Salami Ismaila, a distinguished scholar from the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Ergonomics) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has advocated for human-centred design at workstations, even as he underscored the critical importance of ergonomics in enhancing human well-being and productivity, […]
FUNAAB Holds TETFund LMS Workshop
…Introduces PTDP Students to Hybrid Learning By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) through its Information and Communication Technology Resource Centre (ICTREC) and BytePlus, an ICT-based firm have organised a Training designed to equip ICT and Academic staff with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively use and manage […]
Prof. Idowu Appointed as UNILAG Council Member
The President and Commander-in-Chief, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR has appointed Prof. Mark Idowu of the Department of Animal Nutrition (ANN), College of Animal Science and Livestock Production (COLANIM), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), as one of the members of the Governing Council of the University of Lagos (UNILAG). Prof. Idowu, a distinguished academic […]
Topmost Alumnus, Lordbanjou Donates Tiller, Motorbike to FUNAAB
One of the foremost alumni of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Dr. Deola-Tayo Lordbanjou has donated a STIHL MH 710 Petrol Tiller and a Motorcycle to FUNAAB for agricultural revitalisation purposes. The Tiller according to its manual can handle demanding groundwork and tough jobs with challenging terrain. Weighing 101 kg with an output […]
COLBIOS Holds Workshop for PG Students
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu As a means of preparing its Postgraduate students in the art of writing Grant Winning Proposals, the College of Biosciences (COLBIOS) has held a Grant Writing and Application Workshop for Postgraduate students in the College with the theme “Writing a Winning Grant Proposal”. Speaking during the Opening Ceremony, the […]
FUNAAB Appoints Professors Kehinde, Ayo-John, Sanwo as University Orators
By Emeka Oluka & Bamidele Odegbami The University Senate at its Special Meeting held on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, approved the appointments of Prof. Iyabode Kehinde of the Department of Pure and Applied Botany, College of Biosciences (COLBIOS); Prof. Emily Ayo-John, Department of Crop Protection, College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT) and Prof. […]
Senate Approves Late Professor Asiribo Prize
By Emeka Oluka The University Senate On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, approved the establishment of the Late Prof. Ebenezer Asiribo Prize, an endowment of One Hundred Thousand Naira (₦100,000.00), starting from the 2023/2024 Academic Session. The annual prize would be awarded to the Best Graduating Student in the Department of Statistics and would be in […]
Foremost Alumnus Donates 600 DOCs, Others to FUNAABites
By Olasunkanmi Olajide Dr. Deola-Tayo Lordbanjou, a distinguished alumnus of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has facilitated the donation of 600 Day Old Chicks (DOCs), 72 bags of feed, and 21 bottles of Poultry Zymes to 24 Farm Practical Year (FPY) students. The donation which was held on June 7, 2024, at the […]
FUNAAB Partners FRIN to Plant over 4,000 Trees on Campus
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga As a follow-up to the earlier land allocation, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Environment’s Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria (FRIN) and Asha Microfinance Bank, have started planting over 4,000 trees on campus for conservation, recreation, tourism, training opportunities for students […]
FUNAAB to Host ICTP-IAEA on Monte Carlo Applications
The Physics Department of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to host the Joint International Centre of Theoretical Physics-International Atomic Energy Agency (ICTP-IAEA) FUNAAB Sub-Saharan Africa School, focusing on the applications of Monte Carlo and Molecular Dynamics Simulations in Radiation and Health Physics. According to a statement by the Head of the […]
NUC Grants Full Accreditation to Seven Assessed Courses at FUNAAB
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted full accreditation to all seven courses assessed during its Comprehensive Accreditation Exercise at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) in October and November, 2023. According to the Summary of Results released on June 6, 2024, by the Ag. Director of Accreditation, Engr. Abraham Chundusu, on behalf of […]
UNAAB Staff Cooperative Holds 37th AGM
By Emeka Oluka The UNAAB Staff Cooperative Multipurpose Limited, today, June 6, 2024, held its 37th Annual General Meeting (AGM) to declare its Annual Accounts and Financial Statement for the year ended December 31, 2023. Addressing the Cooperators while presenting the Management Report of the Society, the President, Mr. Olufemi Owoade appreciated members for their […]
CALL FOR PARTICIPATION AS FUNAAB PARTNERS WITH TECH4DEV
Digital Skills Nigeria (DSN) is a Microsoft initiative implemented by Tech4Dev in partnershipwith the Federal Ministry of Communication and Digital Economy and other public andprivate sector stakeholders. FUNAAB has been shortlisted as a beneficiary institution of the DSN initiative. FUNAAB Academic staff members are hereby enjoined to make use of this opportunity for free training […]
Don Identifies Pedagogical Methods as Major Issue in Language Teaching
By Emeka Oluka, Femi Dansu & Temiloluwa Osinuga Prof. Helen Bodunde, a leading expert in Communication and Teaching English as a Second Language of the Communication and General Studies Department at the College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has highlighted pedagogical methods as a key issue in […]
FUNAAB to Partner with Cooperatives for On-Campus Staff Housing – VC
… As ASUU-UNAAB Cooperative Society Holds Workshop By Olaoye Oyewole & Temiloluwa Osinuga The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has announced that the University Management is opened to partnering with cooperative societies to develop staff accommodations on campus. Prof. Kehinde made this known during a One-Day Workshop, titled “Financial Management […]
VC Advocates for International Collaboration in Sustainable Farming
By Adeboye Fafiolu In a bid to address critical issues in Nigeria’s agricultural sector, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, a distinguished figure in agricultural research and academia has advocated for international collaboration in sustainable farming. Delivering a Keynote Panel Discussion at the “Nigeria: Now Conference,” organised by the United States Soybean Export Council (USSEC) and […]
ADMISSION! ADMISSION!! ADMISSION!!!
This is to inform the general public that sale of admission forms (2024/2025 session) into the Institute for 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 Alevel JUPEB Entrepreneurial programmes has commenced. The 10-month Pre-admission programme is a prerequisite to […]
CSLU Hosts Capacity Development Workshop for Female Students
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Career Services and Linkages Unit (CSLU) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in partnership with DOIT Consulting Services, Jobberman Nigeria, and the Mastercard Foundation, is currently hosting a Capacity Development Workshop tailored for female students in their final or penultimate year at the Elias Bogoro Twin Lecture Theatre. The […]
FUNAAB, UPenn, Olowu Discuss Collaboration
By Joy Adeyiga & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), recently hosted delegates from the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn), United States of America and the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Oba (Prof.) Saka Adelola Matemilola, to discuss potential collaboration opportunities between the two Universities. Welcoming the visitors on Thursday, May 30, 2024, in […]
Management Announces Comprehensive Retirement Programme for Staff
… As Bursary Department Honours Retired Staff By Femi Dansu & Temiloluwa Osinuga In a heartfelt gesture to honour some recently retired staff members, the University Management, under the leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has unveiled a comprehensive retirement programme for retiring staff members. The announcement was made during a special Send-Forth ceremony […]
91st Inaugural Lecture Set for June 5
By Bamidele Odegbami Prof. Helen Aduke Bodunde of the Department of Communication and General Studies (CGNS), College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD) would deliver the 91st Inaugural Lecture of the University on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at the Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building by 2 p.m. Titled “Eliminating the Avoidable Gulf Between Knowledge and […]
FUNAAB Plans Sales Partnership with Justrite Superstore
By Joy Adeyiga & Temiloluwa Osinuga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) and the Justrite Superstore are in talks for a grand-partnership, aimed to promote and expand the sales of the University’s agricultural products, as well as enhance entrepreneurial education. The need for partnership between both parties was ignited during a visit by the […]
CSLU Conducts Maiden Interview for Farm Officers
By Joy Adeyiga & Femi Dansu The Career Services and Linkages Unit (CSLU) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), held its maiden interview session for Farm Officers today, Monday, May 27, 2024, at the CSLU Conference Room. The initiative was a collaboration between CSLU and Dewhales Farms, a rapidly growing crop and animal […]
Wafroex CEO Visits FUNAAB
… Happy with the usage of Beehives The Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Wafroex, Mr. Omar Lababidi recently paid a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde to ascertain the level of usage of the recently donated Beehives. It would be recalled that Wafroex donated a large quantum of Beehives to the University on […]