FUNAAB Holds Orientation for New Students
Full academic activities for the 2019/2020 Academic Session have commenced in the University with the orientation programmes for fresh students. Speaking at the occasion, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako admonished the newly-admitted students to take advantage of their virtual training to learn more about information technology. The Vice-Chancellor stated that the world is currently evolving and enjoined […]
I am Filled with Joy – Prof. Afolami
Prof. Steve Afolami has expressed his heartfelt joy at the surprise birthday and book launch organised for him. A Professor of Nematology in the Department of Crop Protection, College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT), stated that he was overwhelmed with the great birthday package, noting that he never thought a day like this would […]
Encomiums for Prof. Afolami at 70
Members of family, friends, former colleagues, students and well-wishers have showered encomiums and rejoiced with Prof. Steve Afolami, formerly of the Department of Crop Protection, College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT); Pioneer Chairman, Farm Practical Year (FPY) Programme of FUNAAB; and the immediate past Vice-Chancellor, Augustine University, Ilara-Epe, Lagos State; as a surprise birthday […]
FUNIS Resumes-FUNAAB
Parents and guardians of students of the Federal University of Agriculture International School (FUNIS) have expressed satisfaction with the level of preparations put in place towards the full resumption of academic activities. Expressing their delight on having their children and wards back to school, Mrs. Adefunke Johnson said the preparations were in tandem with the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) protocols, “It is good that government was able […]
RESUMPTION OF ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES FOR 2019/2020 SESSION
Following the approval of the Senate of the University for the resumption of Academic activities in the University, lectures shall commence on January 25, 2021 as outlined in the approved academic calendar for 2019/2020 Session with the following guidelines: 1. Final Year Students in all the Colleges, 400 Level students of Agriculture based courses as […]
FUNAAB is Set to Resume, Says VC
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako has disclosed that the University is fully prepared to commence a new academic session, having provided the necessary facilities for virtual teaching and learning, and adhering to all the required Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) protocols to ensure the safety of members of staff and students. Speaking with journalists during a press […]
… Commences Academic Activities
The Senate of the University has approved the commencement of the 2019/2020 Academic Session on Monday, January 11, 2021 with Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) training, orientation programmes for fresh students as well as registration and VLE training for returning students, which would be completed on Friday, January 22, 2021. The […]
‘We Are Eager to Witness Resumption on Campus’
Some members of the University community have expressed their excitement that FUNAAB would soon be resuming for academic activities. According to them, this would enable them to be better engaged and boost their business ventures. The respondents spoke their minds during an interview granted the FUNAAB Bulletin. A taxi driver, Mr. Ajibola Ogunmefun, stated that […]
UNAAB Microfinance Job Advertisement
UNAAB Microfinance Bank Limited, a fast growing Unit Microfinance bank in Abeokuta, Ogun State requires the services of a qualified and experienced candidate to fill the position below: Job Title: Managing Director Qualifications and Experience: The ideal candidate shall meet the following conditions: A good first degree or HND in Accounting, Banking and Finance or […]
VC Felicitates, Reviews Achievements for Last Year
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako, has on behalf of the Governing Council and University Management, felicitated members of staff, students and all stakeholders of FUNAAB on the Yuletide. In his New Year message, Prof. Salako specially appreciated members of staff for their unalloyed support throughout the year and admonished them to be ready for more […]
FUNAAB Intensifies Efforts at Curtailing COVID-19
In a bid to ensure that the spread of the highly-contagious Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is curtailed, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako, has directed that the University campus be closed down in response to the second wave of the pandemic. According to the Registrar, Dr. ‘Bola Adekola, the Vice-Chancellor communicated the closure of the University campus […]
Funding: Pro-Chancellor Commends FG
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council of the University, Dr. Barr. Aboki Zhawa has lauded the Federal Government for ensuring regular funding of universities. The Pro-Chancellor made this known during the Council’s inspection of the newly-acquired equipment for various laboratories and offices in the University. While commending the Federal Government for the release of funds […]
Ilaro Monarch Charges FUNAAB on Youth Development
The Paramount Ruler of Yewaland and Olu of Ilaro, His Royal Majesty, Oba Kehinde Olugbenle, Asade Agunloye IV; has called on the University to work out a youth-oriented collaboration programme between FUNAAB and Yewaland in the area of agricultural development. The Royal Father made the call while hosting the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako and his […]
FUNAAB to Get Agriculture App-Developing Unit
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako has disclosed that FUNAAB would soon create a unit saddled with the responsibility of developing agricultural applications on the Internet. The Vice-Chancellor disclosed this while addressing participants of the In-Person Capacity Building Training of the African Cassava Agronomy Initiative (ACAI), under the auspices of the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture […]
ICPD Donates Generator to Staff School
The International Centre for Professional Development (ICPD) of the University has donated a generating set to the FUNAAB Staff School. Speaking at the presentation, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development) and Chairman of Board of ICPD, Prof. Clement Adeofun expressed his joy that the presentation coincided with Prof. Kolawole Salako’s third year anniversary in office as the […]
Registry, COBFAS Bid Ijaodola, Giwa Retirement Farewell Farewell
The Examinations and Records Unit of the Registry has feted a retired Deputy Registrar, Mr. Sunday Ijaodola while the Deputy Director, Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS), Mr. Dada Giwa was equally celebrated for his meritorious service to the University. The Registrar, Dr. ‘Bola Adekola admonished university administrators to learn from exemplary characters like Mr. Ijaodola in […]
We Are Committed to Excellence, Says VC
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako has once, again, emphasised his administration’s commitment to excellence with the erection of infrastructural facilities in various parts of the University. He stated this while handing over project sites to contractors alongside Principal Officers and management staff of the University. Prof. Salako disclosed that his vision and mission for FUNAAB […]
VC Highlights Achievements in Office
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako has enumerated some of his major achievements in office as the Sixth Substantive Vice-Chancellor of FUNAAB. According to the Vice-Chancellor, his passion to contribute meaningfully to the development of the University is hinged on the need to strive for excellence to create a society that works. The Vice-Chancellor stated this […]
God Has Been Faithful – VC
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako has attributed the success recorded by his administration in the last three years to the faithfulness of God. He disclosed this when he appeared on FUNAAB Radio 89.5 FM as part of activities marking his 3rd year in office as Vice-Chancellor. Prof. Salako, who assumed duty as the 6th Substantive […]
Registrar is now ARNU Secretary-General
The Registrar, Dr. ‘Bola Adekola has been elected as Secretary-General of the Association of Registrars of Nigerian Universities (ARNU). Dr. Adekola, a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Administration, was elected at the just-concluded ARNU Retreat/Business Meeting, held at the Chida International Hotel in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory.
COBFAS Begins Yam Sale
The Director, Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS), Prof. Sunday Adigbo, has expressed his satisfaction over the ongoing yam harvest and sales by COBFAS. While describing it as a bumper harvest, the Director noted that the University was lucky to have been able to have a fruitful harvest this year despite the various challenges, stressing that the […]
VC Clocks Three Years in Office
On Wednesday, November 1, 2017, the Sixth Substantive Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Ogun State, assumed office. The Don, Felix Kolawole Salako, is a renowned Professor of Soil Physics and Fellow of the Soil Science Society of Nigeria (FSSSN). He joined the services of the University in the year 2000 as […]
VC Calls for Effective Water Management
As nations celebrate the 2020 World Food Day, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako has made a case for effective water management across Nigeria, to avoid having major environmental climatic problems. The Vice-Chancellor noted that though irrigation might be necessary in some dry parts of the country to avoid having soil build-up, effective water management with […]
‘How Nigeria Can Ensure Food Security in 2021’
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole Salako has revealed that whatever food that is being produced now should be well-preserved and not be allowed to rot away. He gave this advice while responding to questions during an interview he granted to The Guardian newspapers on this year’s World Food Day themed “Grow, Nourish, Sustain, Together”, celebrated by […]