NUC Accreditation Team to Visit FUNAAB from November 10
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has officially notified the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) of its plans to conduct accreditation for 18 academic programmes. The Accreditation Exercise, scheduled for November and December 2024, would be a key opportunity for FUNAAB to reaffirm its commitment to academic excellence. According to a statement by the Director […]
FMW Officials Visit FUNAAB for Vehicle Assessment
By Tofunmi Adebayo Officials of the Federal Ministry of Works (FMW), today, October 29, 2024, visited the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), to assess and board selected vehicles that have been earmarked by the Board of Survey. Speaking during a meeting held at the new Vice-Chancellor’s Office, representatives of the FMW, Engr. Albert Godfrey […]
China Partners FUNAAB to Establish On-Campus Chinese Language School
By Joy Adeyiga & Patrick Erinoso The Chinese Government is poised to partner with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), to establish a Chinese Language School on campus. The initiative is aimed at enhancing Continuous Professional Development, fostering Enterprise Industrial Education, and deepening mutual academic and cultural ties. During a pivotal meeting held today, […]
NMEP Visits FUNAAB to Expand Sentinel Site Activities in Ogun State
The National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), on October 23, 2024, paid a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde to collaborate on expanding Sentinel Site Activities in Ogun State. The Vice-Chancellor was represented at the meeting by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, Prof. Olukayode Akinyemi. The sentinel site hosted […]
Unlocking Ethnographic Research: FUNAAB to Host 2-Day Workshop on Data Collection
By Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is set to hold a 2-day Workshop on Data Collection for Ethnographic Research. Organised by the 2023 Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) National Research Fund (NRF) Digiculture Project, the Workshop would explore practical strategies and ethical considerations for collecting data for developing a predictive digital […]
Comdr. Agunbiade Endows FUNAABites with Scholarship Award
Olasunkanmi Olajide & Olaoye Oyewole A proud alumnus of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Lt. Commander Victor Agunbiade of the United States Navy, alongside his family, has awarded scholarships to deserving students of the University. The presentation of the scholarships took place at the new Vice-Chancellor’s Conference Room today, October 21, 2024, where […]
Government has no Business in Business, Says VC
… As FUNAAB Partners Alumni Association to Establish 800ha Farm on Campus By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has reiterated that “government has no business in business” as he signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the FUNAAB Alumni Association to establish an 800-hectare farmland on the […]
Photo News: VC Tours NOLAP Farms
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, recently toured NOLAP Farms to assess the progress of ongoing agricultural projects. During the tour, he observed the steady growth of grasses, which are developing as anticipated. In addition, the much-awaited herd of cattle has arrived at the farm, marking a significant milestone in the livestock-rearing segment. The cattle are […]
FUNAAB Partners with UNIBW.M for Innovative Collaboration
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has strengthened its global partnerships with the visit of a delegation from the University of Bundeswehr Munich (UNIBW.M), Germany. The delegation, led by Dr. Emmanuel Benjamin, was received by FUNAAB’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, to explore potential collaborations in fisheries, urban, and […]
FUNIS Begins 20th Anniversary Events Today with Jumat Service
By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS) is set to commence its 20th Anniversary celebrations today with a Jumat Service at 1:00 p.m. at the University Mosque. This marks the beginning of a series of events designed to commemorate two decades of academic excellence at the school. […]
FUNAAB, UNIBW.M. Set to Collaborate on Research
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is poised to deepen its international academic reach through a research collaboration with the University of the Bundeswehr Munich (UNIBW.M.) in Germany. In a statement by the Deputy Registrar II, Vice-Chancellor’s Office, Mr. Moses Ayanda, it was disclosed that a delegation from UNIBW.M. would visit […]
Pro-Chancellor Leads Council on Campus Facility Tour
… Describes FUNAAB as a National Treasure By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Emeka Oluka The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdur-Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has praised FUNAAB’s world-class facilities, describing the University as one of the […]