VC Congratulates Staff, Students on Full Accreditation of 18 Academic Programmes
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, today, May 7, 2025, after receiving the good news, extended heartfelt congratulations to members of staff and students on the successful outcome of the recent accreditation exercise, which saw 18 Academic Programmes granted full accreditation by the National Universities Commission (NUC). The 18 Programmes are Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries Management, […]
FUNAAB VC Backs Strategic Partnership with Taylor & Francis Group
By Tofunmi Adebayo & Aduragbemi Oke The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has once again expressed the University’s strong interest in forging strategic academic partnerships that would enhance FUNAAB’s global visibility and research output. This commitment was made clear today, May 6, 2025, during a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor […]
BUDLEIN Marks World Book Day with Spelling Bee, Reading Competitions
By Joy Adeyiga The Budding Leaders Empowerment Initiative (BUDLEIN), a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) focused on youth mentorship and capacity building, commemorated the 2025 World Book Day with a Spelling Bee and Reading Competition aimed at promoting literacy and stimulating creativity among young learners. The event, themed “Discovering New Worlds: How Books Spark Imagination Beyond Screens,” […]
IFSERAR Holds 9th In-House Review Meeting
… Calls for Synergy Between Indigenous Knowledge, Scientific Innovation By Joy Adeyiga The Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), has once again blazed the trail by holding its 9th In-House Research Review Meeting, with a resounding call for the integration of indigenous knowledge systems and modern scientific innovation to address the […]
FUNAAB Matriculates 235 New Part-Time Degree Students
By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on April 22, 2025, formally welcomed 235 new students into its Part-Time Degree Programme (PTDP) for the 2024/2025 Academic Session through a combined Orientation and Matriculation Ceremony. Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, who was represented by the Deputy […]
Call for Applications: 2025 Academic Staff Training and Development Grants
By Adewole Oduwole The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) is inviting applications for its 2025 Academic Staff Training and Development (AST&D) Grants. The initiative is designed to support the academic advancement of staff members in Nigerian higher education institutions, including those in academic, technical, and technological fields. According to a memo signed by the Director […]
FUNAAB-WAFROEX Holds Beekeeping Training for 160 Students
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with WAFROEX, a leading multinational apiculture and agro-allied organisation powered by Goldswarm, have successfully conducted an introductory training on beekeeping for 160 FUNAAB students. Held today, April 9, 2025, at the Green Chamber, the event was tagged “Introductory Training on Beekeeping and Apiculture […]
FUNAAB VC Conducts Strategic Facility Tour with FUMMSA Governing Council
By Tofunmi Adebayo The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, today, April 11, 2025, led members of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Abeokuta (FUMMSA), on a strategic tour of key facilities within FUNAAB. The tour, designed to showcase the University’s infrastructural, academic, […]
Presidential Aide Urges FUNAABites to Envision Themselves as Future Leaders
By Olaoye Oyewole An illustrious alumna of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) and Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Citizenship and Leadership, Hon. Rinsola Abiola, has charged FUNAAB students to remain focused and envision themselves as tomorrow’s leaders. Hon. Abiola made this call during the 3rd Edition of the Post-University […]
Green Money Project Berths in FUNAAB
… Becomes First Institution to Receive the Presidential Green Money Project By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has become the first Institution in Southwest Nigeria to receive the Green Money Project, a strategic Presidential Initiative aimed at transforming Nigeria’s agricultural landscape through youth empowerment, innovative farming techniques, value-chain […]
VC Pays Inspection Visit to FUNAAB Zoo Ahead of Elephant Arrival
…Reaffirms Commitment to Infrastructure, Welfare and Eco-Tourism In anticipation of a landmark addition to its animal population, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Zoological Park played host to a landmark event on April 5, 2025, as the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, undertook an extensive inspection tour of the Zoological Park’s 62-hectare expansive landmass. The […]
COLPHYS Celebrates a Decade of Excellence, Impact
The College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), on April 5, 2025, rolled out the drums to celebrate its 10th Anniversary, marking a decade of academic excellence, innovation, and national relevance. With the theme, “Celebrating a Decade of Excellence,” the milestone event highlighted the College’s transformational journey and its aspirations for […]