FUNAAB Becomes Africa’s Hub for Agroecology Leadership
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Aduragbemi Oke & Bolanle Olawepo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has stamped its authority as the cradle of organic agriculture in Nigeria and a rising hub for agroecology in Africa as it hosted the official opening of the Agroecology and Organic Agriculture Leadership (AOAL) Course today, September 15, 2025. The […]
CSLU Unveils Career Library for Staff, Students
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Aduragbemi Oke In a bold step towards enhancing career readiness and professional development, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through its Career Services and Linkages Unit (CSLU), has officially opened a Career Library dedicated to staff and students. The initiative, which reflects the visionary leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde […]
GIZ, GOPA Visit FUNAAB to Enhance Entrepreneurship Education
… Set to Train Selected FUNAAB Staff from Monday The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, September 12, 2025, played host to a delegation from the German Development Agency (GIZ) and GOPA Worldwide Consultants, as part of collaborative efforts to strengthen entrepreneurship education within the University. The visit came ahead of the Train-the-Trainers, Facilitators, […]
FUNAAB Hosts 2025 SIWES 3rd Quarter Zonal Supervisory Meeting
By Wuraola Dada The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) today, September 10, 2025, hosted the 2025 Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) 3rd Quarter Zonal Supervisory Meeting, reaffirming its commitment to building employable graduates through effective industry-based training. Declaring the meeting open on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, the University Librarian, Prof. […]
FUNAAB Collaborates with ICSAN, CAA
… Signs MoU on Cassava Value Chain and Climate Action By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, September 3, 2025, signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Industrial Cassava Stakeholders Association of Nigeria (ICSAN) and Climate Action Africa (CAA), strengthening its commitment to agricultural innovation, food […]
COBFAS Begins 2025/2026 Farm Practical Year Orientation on Monday
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to begin the 2025/2026 Academic Session Farm Practical Year (FPY) Orientation Programme from Monday, September 1 to Friday, September 5, 2025, at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building, starting at 9 a.m. each day. With the theme […]
FUNAAB Hosts TFN Fellows, Strengthens Drive Against Education Inequity
By Olasunkanmi Olajide For nearly a decade, Teach For Nigeria (TFN), has been quietly tackling one of the nation’s greatest challenges, education inequity. By recruiting, training, and deploying young graduates to underserved communities, the organisation has ensured that children who might otherwise have been denied quality education gain access to learning opportunities that can transform […]
Chinese CG Visits FUNAAB
… Pledges to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation in Education, Research, Others By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Tofunmi Adebayo & Aduragbemi Oke The Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, Her Excellency, Ms. Yan Yuqing today, August 12, 2025, paid a historic visit to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), with a strong pledge to […]
FUNAAB Signs MoU with ASCON to Enhance ICT Skills for National Development
By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through its International Centre for Professional Development (ICPD), has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON) to bolster Information and Communication Technology (ICT) capacity and drive economic growth in Nigeria. The ICPD, FUNAAB, which maintains affiliations with […]
FUNAAB Farmers’ Cooperative Begins Maize Harvest on 6-Hectare Farm
… Sales Continue Today at SSANU Complex by Noon By Tofunmi Adebayo The FUNAAB Farmers’ Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited has commenced the harvest of maize from its 6-hectare farmland located within the University campus. The initiative, which enjoys the full backing of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, underscores the University’s commitment to sustainable agriculture and […]
From Roots to Innovation: FUNAAB Lights Up Bulbs with Bamboo, Celebrates Aadun at Indigenous Knowledge Launch
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Tofunmi Adebayo & Aduragbemi Oke In a groundbreaking move that blends science, sustainability, and tradition, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has featured a remarkable demonstration of the University’s strides in renewable energy through bamboo technology, and the cultural revival of Aadun, a traditional snack. It also unveiled its Indigenous Knowledge […]
FUNAAB, OneWorld Agribusiness Sign MoU to Boost Cassava Production
By Joy Adeyiga In a strategic step to address Nigeria’s food security challenges, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with OneWorld Agribusiness Limited to commence large-scale cassava production on campus. Speaking during the official MoU signing ceremony held at the Vice-Chancellor’s Conference Room, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde […]