MTU Delegation Visits NAL for Collaboration

By Olaoye Oyewole In a bid to enhance its Library services, a delegation from Mountain Top University (MTU) led by their University Librarian, Dr. Helen Akinade embarked on a visit to the Nimbe Adedipe Library (NAL) in the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). Before visiting NAL, the Team paid a Courtesy-Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, […]

Don Advocates Indigenous Knowledge for Value Addition

… Warns Against Bleaching By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The 85th Inaugural Lecturer of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Elizabeth Oluwalana, a distinguished expert in Agricultural and Resources Economics, has strongly cautioned against the harmful practices of skin bleaching. Instead, she urged the utilisation of natural products to prevent skin diseases […]

COLVET Holds 15th Oath-Taking, Induction Ceremony

By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The College of Veterinary Medicine (COLVET) recently held its 15th Oath-Taking and Induction Ceremony. Speaking at the Ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, highlighted the profound impact of COLVET since its establishment, saying, “We have been leaders in the field of Veterinary Medicine, benefiting the health of animals, people, […]

HFI Seeks Partnership with FUNAAB

… Expresses Readiness to Contribute to Food Security By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga In an outstanding move towards bolstering food security in Nigeria, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is actively pursuing a strategic partnership with HarvestField Industries (HFI) Limited. The groundwork for the collaboration was laid during a Courtesy Call by the […]

FUNIS Celebrates Immediate Past DVC, A

…Commends His Leadership By Joy Adeyiga & Tofunmi Adebayo In appreciation of his dedication and selfless service throughout his tenure as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic (DVC, A), and Chairman, FUNAAB Schools Management Board, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS), hosted a Sent-Forth Ceremony to honour Prof. Christian Ikeobi. Appreciating his predecessor, the […]

Prof. Folorunso Triumphs in World Scientists, University Rankings

By Olaoye Oyewole In a remarkable achievement for the academia, Prof. Olusegun Folorunso of the Department of Computer Science at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has emerged victorious in the prestigious Alper-Doger (AD) Scientific Index Ranking 2024. The ranking, unveiled recently by AD Scientific Index, marks a significant milestone in Prof. Folorunso’s illustrious […]

German Researcher, African Partners to Embark on Mission for Sustainable Agriculture

By Joy Adeyiga In a bid to foster international collaboration in the realm of agricultural research, a delegation led by Dr. Juliet Kariuki of the University of Hohenheim in Stuttgart, Germany, is gearing up to visit the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The visit is part of the African-German Scientific Exchange in Sustainable Intensification […]

FUNAAB Holds 31st Convocation

…Honours Prof. Jega and Dr. Adeola By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has awarded the former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega, and the Co-founder, Guarantee Trust Bank (GTBank), Dr. Afolabi Adeola with an Honorary Degree Of Doctor of Science (DSc). The award […]

Miss Olatedun Emerges FUNAAB’s Best Graduating Student

Miss Olatedun Emerges FUNAAB’s Best Graduating Student …Gets Cash Gift from Capital Express Insurance, Dr. Adeola By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Olaoye Oyewole Enveloped in a celebration mood at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)’s 31st Convocation Ceremony, Miss Olatedun Oluwabusayo Janet emerged as the Best All-round Graduating Student for the academic year 2022/2023. The […]

President Tinubu Reiterates Commitment to Education Sector

…As Chancellor Appeals for Rehabilitation of Camp-Alabata Road By Emeka Oluka The Visitor to the University, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR), has assured that his administration, with its Renewed Hope Agenda, remains committed to pursuing programmes that would enhance service delivery, thereby culminating into rapid transformation of the educational sector in Nigeria. The President gave […]

CVCNU Scribe Envisions Tech-Driven Future for Agriculture in Nigeria

By Olasunkanmi Olajide In a thought-provoking Convocation Lecture titled “From Baby Boomers to Generation Alpha: Interrogating Generational Dynamics and Agricultural Education in Nigeria,” by Prof. Yakubu Ochefu, the Secretary General, Committee of Vice Chancellors of Nigerian Universities, has advocated for a technology-driven approach to modern agriculture and food production in Nigeria. Speaking at the Federal […]

Experts Advocate Unity in Diversity

…Preach Peace, Harmony, and Tolerance By Emeka Oluka The need to preach peace, harmony, and tolerance to foster a peaceful society has been re-emphasised by experts. The call which summarises unity in diversity was an offshoot of the One-Day Peace Education Symposium, organised by the Cardinal John Onaiyekan Peace Foundation in collaboration with Nurse Shakirat […]