Last Updated on February 11, 2025 by Olasunkanmi Olajide
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka
In a remarkable stride towards making quality higher education accessible, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), a leading institution in agricultural and technological education in Africa, under the leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has continued to increase its academic footprint with a new wave of expansion and programme accreditations. The latest milestone, approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC), underscored FUNAAB’s commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and global relevance.
The expansion included the introduction of Degree Programmes at its affiliated institutions, aimed at increasing access to quality higher education across Nigeria. The reach was extended to the Oyo State College of Agriculture and Technology (OYSCATECH), Igboora with B.Engr. Agricultural Engineering and Technology, B.Sc. Statistics, B.Sc. Microbiology, B.Sc. Chemistry, B.Agric. Agriculture, B.FWM. Forestry and Wildlife Management, in addition to B.Sc. Computer Science, as well as the Federal College of Agriculture (FCAIB), Ibadan, with a B.Sc. Home Science and Management, including B.Agric. Agriculture.
Set to commence in the 2025/2026 Academic Session, the programmes would provide students with industry-relevant skills, supporting regional and national development through specialised agricultural and scientific education.
FUNAAB has also secured approvals to expand its postgraduate offerings, introducing cutting-edge programmes designed to address global challenges in sustainability, technology, and development. These include Wildlife and Eco-Tourism Management, Forest Resource Management, Hydrology and Water Resource Management, Climate Science and Agricultural Meteorology, Cooperative Studies, Development Studies, as well as Mechatronics Engineering (PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D.), Entrepreneurship Studies (PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D.), and Professional Master in Integrated Water Resources Management.
The additions have reinforced FUNAAB’s mission of producing research-driven graduates equipped to tackle emerging global challenges, from environmental conservation to technological advancements.
FUNAAB has also achieved full accreditation for seven key undergraduate programmes, ensuring they meet national and international academic standards. The accredited programmes are Biochemistry, Pure and Applied Zoology, Home Science and Management, Hospitality and Tourism, Economics, Entrepreneurial Studies, and Microbiology. Additionally, results are expected for 18 more programmes assessed in late 2024, further strengthening the University’s academic credibility.
Recognising the evolving demands of the digital age, FUNAAB also recently received NUC approval to launch a suite of innovative undergraduate programmes that align with emerging global trends. These include Library and Information Science, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Data Science, Information Technology, Information and Communication Technology, as well as Industrial Chemistry.
The programmes would equip students with critical skills in information technology, digital security, and scientific research, positioning the University as a hub for multidisciplinary education and technological advancement.
FUNAAB’s recent accreditations and programme expansions were not merely administrative milestones, they reflected the University’s unwavering commitment to academic innovation, global competitiveness, and sustainable development.
As the University continues to expand its influence in agriculture, sciences, technology, and entrepreneurship, it remains dedicated to nurturing the next generation of global leaders, advancing technological solutions, and driving socio-economic transformation.
