ANUPA-FUNAAB Elects New Leadership
By Femi Dansu & Michael Ogunji The Association of Nigerian University Professional Administrators (ANUPA), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Branch, has successfully conducted its general election on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. The election process, held at the Green Chamber of the Senate building, was marked by transparency and fairness, showcasing the unwavering commitment of […]
University Management Relocates to DPR
… Tasks Staff on Effective Service Delivery in 2024 By Chukwuanugo Ibeto It was all excitement, pomp, and pageantry as the Management Team of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) relocated to the Directorate of Public Relations (DPR) to grace the Directorate’s In-house Training/Refreshers Course. The Training which was an initiative of the leadership […]
FUNAAB Attains Another Achievement
… Ranks 11th as Best Value University for International Students The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has added another feather to its cap by attaining the 11th position as the Best Value University for International Students among 149 universities in Nigeria. This achievement placed FUNAAB within the Top 25% of the Best Value University […]
COBFAS Holds Orientation Programme for FPY Students
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has conducted the 2023/2024 Academic Session Orientation Programme for students enrolled in Agriculture-based courses at the University, preparing them for the upcoming Farm Practical Year (FPY). Speaking at the Opening Ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde […]
FUNAAB Appoints Professor Olukayode Akinyemi as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic)
The Senate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), at its special meeting of Thursday, January 4, 2024, elected Professor Olukayode Akinyemi as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), succeeding Prof. Christian Ikeobi upon the conclusion of his tenure. Prof. Akinyemi who is of the Department of Physics, College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), is the current […]
DVC, D Reiterates FUNAAB’s Mandate
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Development, Prof. Kola Adebayo has reiterated the mandate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) as Teaching, Research, and Extension Services. Prof. Adebayo disclosed this recently while playing host to an interview on the Ogun State Television (OGTV) Program tagged, “YOUR IMAGE” with Akin Okudero, […]
ASUU-UNAAB Awards Scholarships to Indigent Students
… Calls FG to Settle Eight Months’ Salary Arrears By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Academic Staff Union of Universities of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (ASUU-UNAAB) Branch has awarded scholarships to financially disadvantaged students within the University. The presentation of the scholarship took place during the Union’s Congress held at the 1,000 […]
FUNAAB Appoints Professor Akinyemi as DVC, Academic
The Senate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), at its special meeting of Thursday, January 4, 2024, elected Professor Olukayode Akinyemi as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), succeeding Prof. Christian Ikeobi upon the conclusion of his tenure. Prof. Akinyemi who is of the Department of Physics, College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), is the current […]
FUNAAB Secures Top Spot as Best University of Agriculture in Africa
According to the latest Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings (WUR) for 2024, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has emerged the best University of Agriculture on the African continent and 7th position globally. The 2024 WUR utilised the new 3.0 methodology, evaluating 2,671 entries from 1,906 universities across 108 countries and regions. […]
Health Services Get Eye, Dental Clinics
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Health Services of the University, accredited by the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) as a Secondary Health Care Provider, has achieved a milestone in enhancing dental and eye treatment services through collaborations with Access Dental and Scorpio Eye Clinics. Speaking on the new services, the Acting Director, Health […]
FUNAAB Establishes Career Services Unit
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde on Thursday, December 28, 2023, officially launched a Career Services and Linkages Unit (CSLU) with Dr. Mathew Oose as the pioneer Coordinator. The inaugural event took place in the Vice-Chancellor’s Conference Room A. Expressing gratitude, Prof. Kehinde commended […]
FUNAAB Excels at TETFAIR Event
By Moses Ayanda & Emeka Oluka The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has achieved another milestone at the recently concluded TETFund Alliance for Innovative Research (TETFAIR) in Abuja. TETFAIR, organised annually by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) as part of its collaboration with the Innov8 Hub , serves as a platform for researchers […]
VC Expresses Interest in Students’ Development
… As FUNIS Holds 2023 Carol Service By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has reaffirmed the commitment of the University Management to the development of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS). The Vice-Chancellor made this known during the 2023 Christmas Carol Service and Seven Lessons held at […]
IRAD to Collaborate with FUNAAB
… Signs MoU By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is poised to establish a collaboration focused on the development of livestock and the food value chain with the Institute of Agricultural Research for Development (IRAD). During the official signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two […]
FUNAAB’s Solar Project to Get Power Boost From TCN
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu All seems to be taking shape with the installation of the Solar Power Project in the University. The recent development is evident in the concrete electricity poles that are being erected along the FUNAAB Camp road and it has been reliably gathered that the poles are part of the […]
FUNAAB Holds Orientation for Fresh Students
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu In its tradition of getting newly-admitted students acquainted with the University’s structure and system, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has held an Orientation Programme for its new students to herald the 2023/2024 Academic Session. Addressing the students at the Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Hall, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde […]
International Conference on Permaculture Begins Today in FUNAAB
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga In an effort to advance sustainable agriculture in Nigeria, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) in conjunction with the Kansas State University (KSU), and ProtectOzone, Lagos, the trio in collaboration with the United States (US) Consulate in Nigeria have commenced a 10-Day Permaculture Design Workshop in FUNAAB. Permaculture […]
FUNAAB Radio Begins Live Streaming
FUNAAB Radio, the campus radio station of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) in Ogun State, has initiated live streaming and online transmission. Tune in from anywhere in the world to enjoy a variety of insightful, educational, and entertaining programmes at your fingertips. Visit funaabradio895.unaab.edu.ng. Hit the ‘Play’ button on the homepage, and immerse […]
NIEPA Honours AG. Bursar
… Names Palm Plantation after Him By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Fahidat Mohammed Mr. Olukayode Osinuga, the immediate past Bursar of the National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA), Ondo State, and currently the Acting Bursar, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has received a commendable honour in recognition of his exceptional leadership qualities during […]
ANN Honours Former DVC, Academic
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu Prof. Chryss Onwuka, a former Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic who recently bowed out of the services of the University has been described as a peacemaker, a humble leader, and a diligent man with an amicable relationship with colleagues and students. All these accolades were showered on Prof. Onwuka during a […]
Workshop on Facework for Mental Health in Nigeria Holds at Aro
By Emmanuel Chinaguh & Olasunkanmi Olajide The Neuropsychiatric Hospital (NPH), Aro, Abeokuta, played host to a Workshop on Facework for Mental Health in Nigeria on December 6, 2023. This event, a component of the TETFund NATIONAL RESEARCH FUND Grant-supported research initiative led by the former Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta […]
FUNAAB Sets a New Record with State-of-the-Art Scanning Machine
… As Nimbe Adedipe Library Hosts Training Workshop for Staff By Emeka Oluka & OlaoyeOyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has acquired the Bookeye 4 Record-Keeping Machine through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) intervention. Concurrently, the NimbeAdedipe Library organised a comprehensive 2-Day Training Workshop for University staff to familiarise them with the […]
FUNAABites Commend Horti Nigeria’s Solar Irrigation System
By OlasunkanmiOlajide & OlaoyeOyewole Students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), have expressed their appreciation to Horti Nigeria for introducing them to the Solar Irrigation System. This commendation came about during a routine inspection conducted by Horti Nigeria at the FADAMA Farm Site in the University. Several students who experienced the benefits of […]
FUNAAB Commissions TETFund Projects
… Earns Commendation from Senator Adeola By Emeka Oluka, Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola has commended the University’s consistent developmental achievements during the Commissioning of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Sponsored Projects at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) on December […]