VC Re-Affirms FUNAAB’s Global Partnership Goals
By Joy Adeyiga The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has reiterated the University’s interest in partnership in the areas of students and faculty exchange, joint research collaboration, as well as community engagement. The Vice-Chancellor restated this, while receiving visitors from the University of California, United States of America (U.S.A) and Warsaw Institute of Aviation. During the […]
VC Re-Affirms FUNAAB’s Global Partnership Goals
By Joy Adeyiga The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has reiterated the University’s interest in partnership in the areas of students and faculty exchange, joint research collaboration, as well as community engagement. The Vice-Chancellor restated this, while receiving visitors from the University of California, United States of America (U.S.A) and Warsaw Institute of Aviation. During the […]
Ogun NLC Appoints NAAT Member into Political Commission
 By Joy Adeyiga The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) Ogun State Chapter has approved the nomination of Comrade Atinuke Jooda into its Political Commission to serve as a member of the administration to reposition the political involvement of the Congress for the advantage of its members. A Memo dated March 25, 2024, and signed by the […]
GRADUATE AGRIPRENEURSHIP PROGRAMME – PHASE III
In the year 2022, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta entered into a partner Service Agreement with the British American Tobacco Nigerian Foundation (BATN, Foundation) for a Graduate Agripreneurship programme funded by BATNF. So far, 6 (six) agripreneurs have been selected (for phase I and II) to participate in the programme and were given one […]
Ogun NLA Leadership Visits ‘Nimbe Adedipe Library
The Nigeria Library Association (NLA) Ogun State Chapter, led by its Chairman, Dr. Godwin Oyewole, along with the Vice-Chairman, Dr. Bosede Ajiboye and the Secretary, Comrade Saheed Olawepo, paid a Courtesy Visit to the University Librarian, Dr. Abayomi Owolabi. Dr. Oyewole during the visit extolled Dr. Owolabi’s dynamic leadership, citing the flurry of activities and […]
VC Donates Food Items to Indigent Students
 … As First Semester Exams Begin By Joy Adeyiga & Tofunmi Adebayo The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has taken a compassionate step to alleviate the food shortage faced by indigent students during examination periods by donating essential food items. The donation, which included rice, sweet potatoes, spaghetti, garri, tomato paste, and more, totalling 50 packs […]
Library Implements 24-Hour Operations for First Semester Examinations
The University Library has announced its transition to round-the-clock operations during the ongoing First Semester Examinations. This initiative aims at providing students with enhanced access to resources crucial for academic success. As part of this move, the University Administration has ensured uninterrupted power supply to support this extended operation, underscoring commitment to facilitating a conducive […]
FUNAAB Begins First Semester Examinations
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Olaoye Oyewole Students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, embarked on their First Semester Examinations amidst a backdrop of meticulous planning, in spite of the daunting challenge of the rainstorm that ravaged the University, last week. In an exclusive interview with FUNAAB Bulletin at […]
FUNAAB Honours Nigeria’s Sprinter with Scholarship
By Olaoye Oyewole In a remarkable gesture of recognition and appreciation, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has awarded a Masters Degree scholarship to Miss Olayinka Olajide, Nigeria’s sprinter and representative at the 2023 All African Games in Accra, Ghana. The announcement came from the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, during a special ceremony held […]
UK Alumni Provide Food Aid to Indigent Students
By Durodola Makinde The Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta Alumni Association United Kingdom (UK) Branch recently extended its annual social responsibility initiative by providing food aid to indigent students before the start of the examination period. The gesture aimed to alleviate the challenges faced by financially-disadvantaged students amidst the prevailing economic downturn in the nation. […]
FUNAAB Honours Retired Senate Members
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga Showcasing its traditional display of gratitude, celebration of achievements, and to inspire and motivate those coming behind, as well as recognising the importance of each individual’s contribution and the collective impact over time, the Management of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on Thursday, March 28, 2024, convened […]
FUNAAB Partners NITDA to Train FPY Students in Cutting-Edge Agricultural Practices
By Joy Adeyiga & Tofunmi Adebayo In a strategic collaboration aimed at revolutionising agricultural education and practice, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has joined forces with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), operating under the auspices of the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy. Their mission was to empower current […]
VC Delivers Impressive One-Year Report at 35th Congregation
 … Urges Staff to Uphold Peace By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde at the 35th Congregation meeting held today, Wednesday, March 27, 2024, rallied the University Community towards upholding peace and fostering a collaborative environment to propel FUNAAB to greater heights. In his Address, titled “Elevating Excellence: A Year of […]
VC Graces 2024 Agrofood Fair
… Emphasises FUNAAB’s Openness to Collaboration By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, graced the 9th edition of the Agrofood and Plastprintpack Nigeria Trade Show today, March 26, 2024. Organised by the Organisation for the Technology Advancement of Cold Chain in West Africa (OTACCWA), the event took place at the Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, […]
From Land to Table: The Journey of Vegetables in COBFAS
By Olatoye Sanusi In a bid to empower students with practical agricultural skills, the Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has taken a unique approach by training students in the art of vegetable farming. The process began with land clearing, where students rolled up their sleeves and hit the […]
Building Academic Research Through Journal Writing
 … VC Reiterates Commitment To Capacity Development By Joy Adeyiga & Bamidele Odegbami  The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has reiterated the University’s commitment to improving capacity development through research. Prof. Kehinde who was represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Development, Prof. Kola Adebayo, addressed the participants during the Workshop, titled “Writing Scientific Papers and Ethical Aspects […]
COLENG Organises OBE Workshop to Keep Pace with Global Engineering Trends
The College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta recently held a 2-Day Mandatory Outcome Based Education (OBE) Workshop for an assemblage of engineering academic staff, members of the Engineering Community and interested members of the public. This was a follow-up to the recent Outcome Based Education (OBE) Workshop in Lagos, which marked a […]
2024 NIPR Week: VC Receives Ogun NIPR Delegates
By Olasunkanmi Olajide In preparation for the inaugural NIPR Week, slated to be held with fanfare, the Local Organising Committee (LOC) initiated proceedings by paying a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, in his Office recently. Leading the delegation was Mrs. Seun Boye, Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Ogun […]
Don Advocates Agricultural Machinery Engineering for Food Security in Nigeria
By Tofunmi Adebayo A don in the Department of Agricultural and Bio-Resources Engineering, College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Engr. (Prof.) Alex Folami Adisa has advocated agricultural machinery engineering for food security in Nigeria. Speaking as the University’s 88th Inaugural Lecturer on the title, “Agricultural Machinery Engineering: A Key Towards Sustainable […]
COLPHYS Holds 2nd International Conference
By Tofunmi Adebayo The College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta (FUNAAB) commenced its 2024 2nd Biennial International Conference today, March 19, 2024, with an Opening Ceremony held at the Red Chamber. Themed “Scientific Innovations and Developments: Scenic Route to Sustainable Development, Economy, and Security,” the event aimed to explore the important […]
FUNAAB’s 34th Ramadan Lecture Reflects on Faith, Survival
 … As VC Harps on Fear of God, Need For Harmony By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), witnessed a momentous occasion, recently as it hosted the 34th Ramadan Lecture at the FUNAAB Central Mosque. Titled “Surviving the Profane World: Antidote from Islamic Principles,” the event served as a […]
NILH Holds South-West Zonal Meeting in FUNAAB
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) on Thursday, March 14, 2024, hosted the Nigeria Institute of Landscape Horticulturists (NILH) South-West Zonal Meeting. Declaring the meeting opened, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde welcomed participants and reiterated the University’s rating by the Times Higher Education as the best University of […]
COLPLANT Emerges Victorious in Queens’ Clash SUG Games
By Joy Adeyiga The Student Union Government (SUG) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), recently hosted a female football game, tagged the Clash of the Queens. This groundbreaking event saw participation from all Colleges on campus, culminating in a thrilling final match that crowned a champion. The College of Plant Science and Crop […]
Prof. Ojo Appointed as Desk Officer for German Embassy
The Director, Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH), Prof. Olufemi Ojo has been appointed as the Desk Officer for the German Embassy in the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). His appointment as the Desk Officer was a fallout of the recent visit of the German Consular General to Nigeria, His Excellency, Mr. Weert Borner, where fruitful […]