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 […]
VC Reaffirms FUNAAB’s Readiness for TFN Fellowship Programme
The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has reaffirmed the University’s commitment to providing an enhanced experience for participants of the Teach For Nigeria (TFN) Fellowship Programme, assuring the visiting delegation of improved welfare, security and facilities ahead of this year’s exercise. The Vice-Chancellor disclosed that the University’s Planning […]
FUNAAB Launches Innovative WeTool App on Google Play Store to Advance Smart Agriculture
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Nigeria, has expanded its portfolio of digital innovations with the launch of WeTool (Weight Equalisation Tool), a mobile application designed to simplify weight distribution and balancing tasks for agricultural, scientific, and industrial applications. The application, developed by the University’s SmartAgro Research Cluster in the College of Computing Sciences […]
SUG, NAAS Executives Seek Stronger Collaboration with DPR
By Femi Dansu The leadership of the newly inaugurated Students’ Union Government (SUG), led by its President, Comrade Oluwatimileyin Soga, alongside the Executives of the Nigerian Association of Agricultural Students (NAAS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Chapter, led by its President, Comrade AbdulRasaq Fawaz, today, June 29, 2026, paid separate courtesy visits to the […]
AMREC, Omoluabi Unveil Cassava Waste Processing Machine for Animal Feed Production
The Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with Omoluabi, has donated a cassava waste processing machine to farmers and cassava processors in Alabata Community, Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State, alongside practical training on converting cassava waste into nutritious animal feed. The initiative […]
FUNAAB Explores Partnership with German Agricultural Firm on Greenhouse Farming, Agricultural Development
By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has expressed its readiness to collaborate with a German agricultural company, IAK Agrar Consulting, to advance greenhouse farming, agricultural research, extension services, and capacity development in Nigeria. This was revealed today, Monday, June 22, 2026, during a courtesy visit by the Managing Director of IAK […]