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 […]
DIGISOL Project to Revolutionise Smallholder Farming – VC
By Olaoye Oyewole & Patrick Erinoso In a major step towards transforming rural agriculture, the DIGISOL Project of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on July 18, 2025, hosted a One-Day Policy Validation Workshop for Communication and Digital Services for Rural Farming Communities. The workshop brought together stakeholders from across the agricultural value chain […]
FUNAAB Zoo Park’s Goat Breeding Initiative Gathers Pace
The goat breeding initiative introduced at the FUNAAB Zoo Park in 2024 is steadily gaining traction, aligning with the University’s commitment to sustainability and cost-effective animal management. Spearheaded by the Director of the Zoo Park, Prof. Sammy Sam-Wobo, the project has recorded notable success, with several female goats recently giving birth. Launched to reduce the […]
SmartSoil Project Charts New Path for Agricultural Innovation at Evaluation Meeting in Abuja
The SmartSoil Project took a significant step towards national impact as stakeholders converged for its Close-out and Evaluation meeting held from July 10 to 11, 2025, at the Envoy Hotel, Abuja. The Two-Day event provided a platform to assess the project’s achievements, identify challenges, and chart a course for its sustainability and scalability. Participants, including […]
ACOMORAN Seeks Strategic Partnership with FUNAAB on Philosophy, Leadership Programmes
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, July 11, 2025, played host to the leadership of the Amalgamated Commercial Tricycles and Motorcycles Owners, Repairs and Riders Association of Nigeria (ACOMORAN), Ogun State Chapter, as the Association seeks partnership with the University to enroll its members in the newly introduced Philosophy and […]