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 […]
NOLAP Poised to Collaborate with FUNAAB on Beef, Dairy Ranch
… To Establish Cattle Ranch on Campus By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu In a significant stride towards fostering agricultural innovation and ensuring sustainable food production, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has unveiled ambitious initiatives to create a state-of-the-art ranch dedicated to beef and dairy farming. The collaboration for this project involved NOLAP […]
20 Female STEM Students Complete Solar Training
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Graduates of the Energising Education Programme (EEP), in collaboration with the World Bank Group, Rural Electrification Agency (REA), and CEESOLAR, have completed the first stage of the Theoretical Phase of the Solar Hybrid Power-Plant Training programme Phase II for 20 female Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) interns […]
Horti Nigeria Collaborates with FUNAAB
… Builds a Sustainable, Inclusive Horticulture Sector in FUNAAB By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu Horti Nigeria has started a collaborative effort in the areas of establishing a sustainable and inclusive horticulture sector within the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). Spanning four years from 2021 to 2025, the programme is financially supported by the […]
Introducing the Newest Member of the FUNAAB Zoo Family!
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of a precious baby donkey, “BAMGBO” right here at FUNAAB Zoo Park! This adorable addition to our animal family is already stealing hearts with his playful antics. Bamgbo is a symbol of new beginning. Join us in celebrating this special moment! Visit our female donkey and her adorable […]
20 Female STEM Students Complete Solar Training
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Graduates of the Energising Education Programme (EEP), in collaboration with the World Bank Group, Rural Electrification Agency (REA), and CEESOLAR, have completed the first stage of the Theoretical Phase of the Solar Hybrid Power-Plant Training programme Phase II for 20 female Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) interns […]
DPR Gets New Acting Head
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has appointed Mr. Olasunkanmi Olajide as the Acting Head of the Directorate of Public Relations (DPR). The appointment, effective from December 1, 2023, was communicated to him in a letter signed by the Acting Registrar, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Dawodu. The letter emphasised Mr. Olajide’s proven leadership capabilities and highlighted […]
Sustainable Power for Research Underway – VC
By Adeboye Fafiolu & Emeka Oluka The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde recently announced the progress of the University’s new Solar Power Plant during a visit to the site of the Solar Power Plant within the precincts of the Directorate of Works and Services. Accompanied by key University Officials, including the immediate past Vice-Chancellor of Glorious […]
Entomological Society Honours VC, Others
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has been honoured by the Entomological Society of Nigeria at the Society’s 52nd Annual Scientific Conference, recently held at the Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye. The Award recognised Prof. Kehinde’s significant support to the Conference and his outstanding academic leadership. The Vice-Chancellor was represented […]
Embrace Ambassadorial Role
VC Urges Participants at TFCs Training for Final Year Students By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has emphasised the importance of becoming an exemplary ambassador of one’s alma mater. Prof. Kehinde said this during the Opening Ceremony of the 5-Day Training Workshop for 2023 final-year students of the Federal University […]
FUNAAB Matriculates 223 Part-Time Students
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has matriculated a total of 223 students of the Part-Time Degree Programme (PTDP) of the University for the 2022/2023 Academic Session. Addressing the matriculating students, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, congratulated them for making the list as bonafide students of the […]
FUNAAB Excels, Secures IBR Grant
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has celebrated 37 Scholars as they receive the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) approval for their Institution-Based Research (IBR). Prof. Mutiu Busari, the Director, Directorate of Research, Innovations, and Partnership (DRIP), announced this recently during an official interaction between the awardees and […]
Management Appreciates Outgone Principal Officers
By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga As a way of appreciating hard work and their contribution to the development of the University during their tenure as Registrar and Bursar respectively, the Management has honoured the outgone Registrar, Dr. ‘Bola Adekola, and Bursar, Mr. Chukwunwike Ezekpeazu with an appreciation dinner. Speaking at the event, the elated […]
FUNAAB Inaugurates Committee on Conflict Resolution
By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has officially launched a Conflict Resolution and Policy Advisory Committee to steer the University in the right direction. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde emphasised the Committee’s necessity during its inauguration, asserting that it would play a crucial role in restoring the University’s […]
FUNAAB Actively Advancing UN SDG Goals
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is actively advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its commitment to teaching, research, stewardship, and outreach. At a recent Team Leaders’ sensitisation meeting, the University’s Resource Person on SDGs, Prof. Adeniyi Olayanju, emphasised the University’s intentional, accountable, and passionate […]
COLBIOS Fetes Prof. Idowu On Return from GVU
By Emeka Oluka Prof. Babatunde Idowu of the Department of Pure and Applied Zoology, on November 23, 2023, received a glorious welcome into the folds of the College of Biosciences (COLBIOS) family after completing his tenure as the Vice-Chancellor of Glorious Vision University (GVU), Ogwa, Edo State. During the reception, Prof. Idowu received enthusiastic applause […]
NILH Honours FUNAAB, Prof. Balogun, Others
…As FUNAAB Hosts Institute’s 16th National Conference The Nigerian Institute of Landscape Horticulturists (NILH), on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, during the Opening Ceremony of its 16th National Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM) bestowed honours on the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB); FUNAAB’s 4th Substantive Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Oluwafemi Olaiya Balogun and the Ogun State […]
Prof. Folorunso Presents Scorecard… As AGriDi Monitoring Team Visits SmartSoil Project in FUNAAB
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Project Leader, “Digital Soil Mapping for Optimal Agricultural Yield and Sustainable Soil Biodiversity Management in Southwest Nigeria using Artificial Intelligence” (Smartsoil Project) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Olusegun Folorunso has presented the Team’s scorecard. He made the presentation on Saturday, November 18, 2023, to […]