FUNAAB Commences 3-Day Orientation Programme for 2026/2027 FPY Students
By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through its Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS), has commenced a Three-Day Orientation Programme for students participating in the 2026/2027 Academic Session Farm Practical Year (FPY) Programme. The programme, which began today, September 1, 2026, at the Prof. Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building, is themed, “Building […]
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 […]
DRIP, AMREC Train Farmers on Good Agricultural Practices for Sustainable Tomato Production
By Raymond Osemene The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Partnerships (DRIP), in collaboration with the Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, August 28, 2026, organised a One-Day training on Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) to promote sustainable tomato production among farmers. Held at the AMREC Training Hall, the […]
Senator Yayi Constructing 2-Storey Hospital Complex in FUNAAB, Says VC
… As the 2-Day Train-the-Trainers Workshop on University Ranking Metrics Ends By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Rasheed Amisu The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has disclosed that the ongoing construction of a two-storey hospital complex within the premises of the University Health Services was donated to the University by the Chairman, […]
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, […]
COBFAS to Hold Orientation Programme for 2026/2027 Farm Practical Year Students
The Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS), would hold an Orientation Programme for students of the 2026/2027 Farm Practical Year (FPY) from Tuesday, September 1 to Thursday, September 3, 2026, at the Prof. Oluwafemi Olaiya Balogun Ceremonial Building. The programme, themed “Building Future-Ready Agricultural Professionals through Practical Skills, Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Food System,” is […]
FUNAAB Moves to Strengthen Global Visibility, Improve Ranking Status
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Rasheed Amisu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has intensified efforts to strengthen its global visibility, enhance research impact and improve its standing in international university rankings through strategic data management, stronger research collaboration and greater visibility of its contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The commitment was reinforced […]
ISAE Commences Two-Day Hybrid Africa Regional Conference at FUNAAB
By Raymond Osemene The International Society for Applied Ethology (ISAE) has commenced its Two-Day Hybrid Africa Regional Conference at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), with a call for greater integration of animal behaviour and welfare science into Africa’s agricultural development. The conference, themed “Behaviour to Welfare: Driving Innovative and Inclusive Animal Ethology in […]
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, […]
FUNAAB Alumnus Wins 2026 Global Conservation Leadership Award
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu A 2016 alumnus of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Mr. Samuel Bamidele, has won the 2026 Emerging Leader Alumni Award from the Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS), USA, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to conservation leadership, science and professional service. Mr. Bamidele, who holds a […]
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 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 […]