ADAN Hosts 8th Annual Conference, 67th AGM at FUNAAB
By Joy Adeyiga & Femi Dansu In a bid to tackle the pressing challenges of climate change and food security in Nigeria, the Association of Deans of Agriculture in Nigerian Universities (ADAN), in partnership with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), held the Opening Ceremony of its 8th Annual Conference and 67th Annual General […]
FG Inaugurates Newly-Appointed Council Members
… As FUNAAB’s Governing Council Holds Inaugural Meeting in Abuja By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Honourable Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, on July 4, 2024, officially inaugurated the newly-appointed Chairmen and members of the Governing Councils of Federal Tertiary Institutions. During the ceremony, the Honourable Minister urged the appointees to focus on generating increased internal […]
ANAN-FUNAAB Chapter Elects New Officers
The Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Chapter, composed of professional accountants from the Bursary and Internal Audit Departments of FUNAAB, made history on July 3, 2024. At their quarterly meeting held in the Pension Board Room, the chapter elected new officers who would lead the Association from […]
FUNAAB Dawning a New Day to Address Food Challenges
By Emeka Oluka, Femi Dansu & Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has embarked on a massive production of cassava, livestock, and other farm products to address food security challenges in Abeokuta, in particular, and Ogun State, in general. Bearing as its core mandate of Teaching, Research and Extension Service, FUNAAB was […]
WAFROEX, FUNAAB Deepen Partnership on Honey Production
By Olasunkanmi Olajide WAFROEX, a leading Apiculture and Agro-Allied organisation has deepened its partnership with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) in sustainable beekeeping practices, including enhancing honey production in Nigeria. Speaking at the meeting, the Team Lead, Mr. Samir Lababidi detailed the organisation’s plans to deepen its collaboration with FUNAAB, highlighting their success […]
VC’s Inspection Tour Highlights Agricultural Innovations at FUNAAB
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Tofunmi Adebayo & Temiloluwa Osinuga In a recent comprehensive tour of the farmlands at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde showcased the University’s innovative approaches to agriculture, aimed at cushioning the effects of food challenges in the country. Prof. Kehinde’s inspection covered various facilities and highlighted […]
FUNAAB Holds Workshop for Deans, Directors
By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) recently organised a Workshop focused on promoting best standard ethical work practices for its Deans and Directors of Academic Centres. Held on June 27, 2024, in the Conference Room of the Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (CEADESE), the […]
TSU Seeks FUNAAB’s Mentorship on Development
By Olaoye Oyewole Principal Officers from the Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, recently visited the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to seek its mentorship and understudy its structural development. In his Address to the TSU delegation, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde expressed gratitude for TSU’s decision to model its development after FUNAAB. He emphasised […]
Prof. Eruvbetine Endows FUNAAB with 32-Bed Hostel
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Bamidele Odegbami Prof. Daisy Eruvbetine, a distinguished scholar and former Dean, College of Animal Science and Livestock Production (COLANIM), today, June 26, 2024, generously endowed the University with a 32-bed hostel of 16 rooms at Mawuko. Prof. Eruvbetine, now retired, stated that her decision to donate the hostel was a gesture […]
FUNAAB Hosts Two-Day Capacity Building Workshop for Academic Staff
By Joy Adeyiga, Femi Dansu & Temiloluwa Osinuga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) recently organised a Two-Day Capacity Building Workshop aimed at enhancing the skills of its academic staff, ranging from Graduate Assistants to Senior Lecturers. The initiative aligned with the current administration’s commitment to continuous staff development. During the Opening Ceremony, Dr. […]
NCF Visits FUNAAB to Forge New Collaborations
By Olaoye Oyewole & Femi Dansu The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) team has paid a courtesy visit to the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) with a view to establish a fruitful partnership between both parties. During the visit held in Conference Room A of the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, Mr. Ayodele Alamu, Senior […]
FUNAAB’s 92nd Inaugural Lecture:
Expert Advocates Human-Centred Design at Workplaces By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga Prof. Salami Ismaila, a distinguished scholar from the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Ergonomics) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has advocated for human-centred design at workstations, even as he underscored the critical importance of ergonomics in enhancing human well-being and productivity, […]