NILH Holds South-West Zonal Meeting in FUNAAB
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) on Thursday, March 14, 2024, hosted the Nigeria Institute of Landscape Horticulturists (NILH) South-West Zonal Meeting. Declaring the meeting opened, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde welcomed participants and reiterated the University’s rating by the Times Higher Education as the best University of […]
Weather Report for Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta
Current Weather: Rainy Forecast Summary: Advice for the University Community Dear University Community, As we observe the shift in the onset of the rainy season, it’s essential to adapt our agricultural activities accordingly. Rainfall, though delayed, has now begun, signaling the possibility of entering the planting season. Considering the forecast for the upcoming week, it […]
FUNAAB Begins First Semester Examinations
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Olaoye Oyewole Students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, embarked on their First Semester Examinations amidst a backdrop of meticulous planning, in spite of the daunting challenge of the rainstorm that ravaged the University, last week. In an exclusive interview with FUNAAB Bulletin at […]
NIP Visits FUNAAB
… As VC Calls on Physics Dept. to Train Students at Solar Project By Joy Adeyiga In a bid to enhance practical education and foster collaboration in research and development, the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has urged the Physics Department to utilise the University’s ongoing 3MW Solar […]
Don Stresses Vital Role of Soil Microbes
…As FUNAAB Holds 86th Inaugural Lecture By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga The need to make deliberate and determined efforts in protecting microbes in the soil so as to maximise their positive effects on food production has been emphasised. This charge was made by a seasoned Professor of Soil Microbiology, Prof. Oluwatoyin Babalola of the […]
US Consulate Honours VC
By Emeka Oluka & Paul Soremi The United States Consulate has honoured the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde at the Graduation Ceremony of the recently concluded Permaculture Design Certificate Course. The event was held today, January 12, 2024, and took place at the American Corner, Ikeja, Lagos State. The honour was jointly bestowed on the Vice-Chancellor […]
Introducing the Newest Member of the FUNAAB Zoo Family!
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of a precious baby donkey, “BAMGBO” right here at FUNAAB Zoo Park! This adorable addition to our animal family is already stealing hearts with his playful antics. Bamgbo is a symbol of new beginning. Join us in celebrating this special moment! Visit our female donkey and her adorable […]
International Conference on Permaculture Begins Today in FUNAAB
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga In an effort to advance sustainable agriculture in Nigeria, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) in conjunction with the Kansas State University (KSU), and ProtectOzone, Lagos, the trio in collaboration with the United States (US) Consulate in Nigeria have commenced a 10-Day Permaculture Design Workshop in FUNAAB. Permaculture […]
20 Female STEM Students Complete Solar Training
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Graduates of the Energising Education Programme (EEP), in collaboration with the World Bank Group, Rural Electrification Agency (REA), and CEESOLAR, have completed the first stage of the Theoretical Phase of the Solar Hybrid Power-Plant Training programme Phase II for 20 female Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) interns […]
Sustainable Power for Research Underway – VC
By Adeboye Fafiolu & Emeka Oluka The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde recently announced the progress of the University’s new Solar Power Plant during a visit to the site of the Solar Power Plant within the precincts of the Directorate of Works and Services. Accompanied by key University Officials, including the immediate past Vice-Chancellor of Glorious […]
FUNAAB Excels, Secures IBR Grant
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has celebrated 37 Scholars as they receive the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) approval for their Institution-Based Research (IBR). Prof. Mutiu Busari, the Director, Directorate of Research, Innovations, and Partnership (DRIP), announced this recently during an official interaction between the awardees and […]
Nigerian Institution of Water Engineers (NIWE) Commends FUNAAB VC For Supporting Water Engineering
The Executives of Nigerian Institution of Water Engineers (NIWE ) has paid a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Olusola Babatunde Kehinde in his office. Led by their National Chairman, Engineer (Dr.) Adeyinka Sobowale, the body expressed deep appreciation to the VC for his efforts which led to the introduction of Water Engineering as a […]