FUNAAB Expands Partnership with DOIT Services to Equip 4,500 Final-Year Students with Career-Readiness Skills
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Tofunmi Adebayo In a strategic move to enhance the employability of its final-year students, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has strengthened its partnership with DOIT Services, in collaboration with Jobberman and the MasterCard Foundation, to facilitate a comprehensive career-readiness training programme. Previously exclusive to female students, the initiative has […]
🌦️ THE WEATHER FORECAST FOR FUNAAB & ENVIRONS 🌿📅 Issued by: IFSERAR Early Warning System & Geospatial Lab(Source: NOAA NCEP)
🗓️ Weekly Weather Outlook (March 24 – March 30, 2025) 🌧️ Total Predicted Rainfall: 40-60mm🌦️ Rainy Days: 3-4 days🌤️ Dry Intervals: Some sunny periods between rainfall events 📌 General Outlook:This week’s forecast indicates a total predicted rainfall of 40-60mm, with rainfall expected on 3-4 days. Daytime temperatures are anticipated to reach up to 37°C, while […]
FUNAAB, Carbon Credit Exchange Partner on High-Quality Carbon Credits
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a leading climate-tech firm, Carbon Credit Exchange Company, to develop a groundbreaking carbon credit initiative. The agreement is set to produce 300,000 high-quality tree carbon credits from African Indigenous economic trees on FUNAAB land, reinforcing the University’s […]
FUNAAB Hosts 2nd ICOFHEC to Tackle Food Insecurity
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, March 4, 2025, held the Opening Ceremony of the 2nd International Conference of Food Science and Human Ecology, tagged “ICOFHEC 2025,” bringing together researchers, policymakers, and international participants to explore solutions to global food security challenges. With the theme “Synergy in […]
🌦️ CLIMATE FORECAST FOR FUNAAB & ENVIRONS 🌿📅 Issued by: IFSERAR Early Warning System & Geospatial Lab (Source: NiMet)
🗓️ Key Climate Predictions 🌾 Farmers’ Advisory (Crop Farming)✅ Start farming only after the predicted onset dates✅ Prepare for a short dry spell between July & August✅ Use drought-tolerant crop varieties✅ Adopt soil conservation methods: Mulching, rainwater harvesting, drip irrigation For more details, visit the Geospatial Lab, FUNAAB or contact IFSERAR. 📌 Stay informed, plan […]
Innovate UK Set to Collaborate with FUNAAB to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to collaborate with Innovate UK on advancing Climate-Smart Agriculture, a partnership that brings together stakeholders from the United Kingdom, Brazil, Nigeria, and Ghana to enhance sustainable agricultural practices. As part of the initiative, applications would open from March 3 to May 7, 2025, for a Climate-Smart […]
Veterinarians: The Unsung Heroes of Global Health – Dr. Alasa
By Emeka Oluka The role of veterinarians in today’s world extends far beyond treating sick animals. They are increasingly recognised as global leaders in tackling complex challenges that affect both animal and human health. This was the submission of Dr. Musa Alasa, the Chief Executive Officer of Adamore Nigeria Limited, Lagos who was the Guest […]
FST Holds 2nd Induction, Urges Dedication from Inductees
By Emeka Oluka The Department of Food Science and Technology (FST), College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC), has inducted its Class of 2024 Graduates into the membership of the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST). Congratulating the inductees, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, who was represented by the immediate past Deputy […]
Director Donates Battery-Driven Grass Cutters to the Zoo Park
The FUNAAB Zoo Park has received a significant boost to its maintenance capabilities, thanks to the generous donation of two state-of-the-art battery-driven Grass Cutters by its Director, Prof. Sammy Sam-Wobo. The equipment, valued at N200,000, was presented today, November 27, 2024, as part of the Director’s ongoing efforts to enhance the Park’s aesthetics and sustainability. […]
Don Advocates Regulatory Policies for Borehole Drilling in Nigeria
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga A renowned don in the Department of Physics, College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Victor Makinde, has called on the Nigerian government to introduce regulatory policies on borehole drilling to prevent future environmental disasters. Prof. Makinde made this appeal today, November 20, 2024, […]
FUNAAB Partners EU, Two Others for Climate Change Mitigation
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga In a concerted effort to empower farmers and cooperative societies against the adverse effects of climate change, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has joined forces with the European Union (EU), the University of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences (UAES) Umuagwo, and Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, to launch a transformative […]
FUNAAB, EU to Tackle Climate Change with Digital Farming Initiative
By Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has joined forces with the European Union and other international organisations to host a 2-Day Certificate Training Programme for Farmers and Cooperative Societies on Digital Solutions for Sustainable Agriculture to Adapt to Climate Change. Tagged “DIGISOL PROJECT,” the training aims to empower rural farmers with […]