FUNAAB Intensifies Agricultural Revitalisation, Food Security Drive as COBFAS Harvests 8-Hectare Maize Farm
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), under the leadership of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has highlighted FUNAAB’s Agricultural Revitalisation Efforts, Food Security Drive, and Community Impact as the Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS) commenced the harvest and sale of maize from its 8-hectare farm. Prof. Kehinde disclosed […]
FUNAAB, WAF Partner to Promote Staff Health with “See to Be Safe” Screening Programme
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with the Wellness Africa Foundation (WAF), through its Right to Health & Vision Initiative, is set to commence a free health and vision screening programme for members of staff as part of efforts to promote healthy living, early detection and workplace safety. Tagged […]
FUNAAB Celebrates Innovation, Entrepreneurship at the Unveiling of the Eco-System Hybrid Dryer
By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has reaffirmed its commitment to innovation, entrepreneurship, research commercialisation and community development with the unveiling of the Eco-System Hybrid Dryer by Eco-Synergy Innovations (Nig.) Ltd. at an innovation-focused programme held today, August 26, 2026. The technology was showcased by the Team Lead, Mr. Oluwagbemiga Adeboye, […]
FUNAAB, TFN Deepen Partnership as Fellowship Cohort Grows
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has restated its commitment to deepening its partnership with Teach For Nigeria (TFN), as the organisation expands its Fellowship programme on the University’s campus. The commitment was reiterated during a meeting between FUNAAB Management and TFN representatives today, August 13, 2026, at the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development)’s Conference Room, […]
RSS Trains FUNAAB Academic Planners on Data-Driven Decision-Making
By Raymond Osemene The Directorate of Academic Planning (DAP), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with the Royal Statistical Society (RSS), has commenced a two-day capacity-building workshop aimed at strengthening evidence-based decision-making, institutional planning and policy development. Declaring the workshop open on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), […]
NIA Hails FUNAAB’s Infrastructural Strides, Honours VC with Award of Excellence
By Femi Dansu The Ogun State Chapter of the Nigeria Institute of Architects (NIA) has lauded the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) for its remarkable infrastructural development under the leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, honouring him with an Award of Excellence in recognition of his outstanding leadership, innovation, compassion and commitment to […]
FUNAAB Staff Football Team Hold Crescent University to Thrilling 2–2 Draw in Unity Games Warm-Up
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Staff Football Team announced their readiness for the forthcoming Staff Unity Games 2026 with an entertaining 2–2 draw against the Crescent University Football Team in a keenly contested friendly at the FUNAAB Sports Centre. Played on August 6, 2026, the encounter provided an ideal test of the staff […]
Burkina Faso Seeks Stronger Ties with FUNAAB
The Consul General of Burkina Faso to Nigeria, Mr. Maxim Bengaly, on August 6, 2026, paid a courtesy visit to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), seeking to strengthen bilateral cooperation with the University, particularly in agriculture and other areas of mutual interest. During the visit, Mr. Bengaly identified agriculture, economic cooperation, cultural exchange, […]
FUNAAB to Host Landmark Africa-Europe Conference on Agroecology Education in September
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Nigeria, is set to welcome leading Academics, policymakers, development partners, researchers, and agroecology practitioners from Africa and Europe for the Final Conference of the AGRECOFARM Project, a flagship international initiative dedicated to advancing agroecology education and promoting sustainable agricultural transformation across Africa. According to the Ag. Head, Directorate […]
Burkina Faso Seeks Stronger Ties with FUNAAB
The Consul General of Burkina Faso to Nigeria, Mr. Maxim Bengaly, on August 6, 2026, paid a courtesy visit to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), seeking to strengthen bilateral cooperation with the University, particularly in agriculture and other areas of mutual interest. During the visit, Mr. Bengaly identified agriculture, economic cooperation, cultural exchange, […]
High-Flying Graduates of FUNAAB
FUNAAB Shines Again as Alumnus, Dr. Ifeanyi Okpala, Champions Infrastructure Innovation at ASCE Houston By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has continued to demonstrate the global impact of its graduates as Dr. Ifeanyi Okpala, an alumnus of the University’s Department of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering (COLENG), delivered […]
IFSERAR Showcases Botanical Solution to African Rice Gall Midge at July Monthly Seminar
By Femi Dansu The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has showcased promising research findings on the use of botanical extracts as sustainable alternatives to synthetic insecticides for controlling the African rice gall midge. The research was presented during the Institute’s July Monthly Seminar, held […]