FUNAAB Announces Guidelines for Inter-University Transfer Applications
By Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has announced the conditions for students from other universities seeking to transfer their studentship to the University. In a Release signed by Dr. Abdussobur Salaam, the Deputy Registrar I, Senate and Admissions, the University stated that students currently enrolled in recognised Nigerian universities, with admissions […]
FUNAAB Begins Construction of Research Laboratory, Demonstration Farm
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has begun the construction of a state-of-the-art Research Laboratory and Demonstration Farm, which included the development of a modern Greenhouse and a cutting-edge Research Centre, aimed at enhancing agricultural research and practical training at the University.
FUNAAB Releases Academic Calendar for 2024/2025 Academic Session
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has released the Academic Calendar for the 2024/2025 Academic Session after the approval of the Senate at its Special Meeting held on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. The Calendar was conveyed via a Decision Extract of the meeting signed by the Ag. Registrar and Secretary to Senate, Mrs. Oluwatoyin […]
NUC Approves Eight New Programmes for FUNAAB
In a strategic move to broaden its academic offerings and meet the growing demands for higher education among Nigeria’s teeming youths, the National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted approval for the introduction of eight new programmes at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The programmes would officially commence in the 2024/2025 Academic Session, positioning […]
From Land to Table: The Journey of Vegetables in COBFAS
By Olatoye Sanusi In a bid to empower students with practical agricultural skills, the Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has taken a unique approach by training students in the art of vegetable farming. The process began with land clearing, where students rolled up their sleeves and hit the […]
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 […]
Chameleon Donated to FUNAAB Zoo Park
The FUNAAB Zoo Park has welcomed a new addition to its growing collection of fauna, thanks to the generous donation of a chameleon by Mr. Ogunbiyi Ayoda of the Directorate of University Farms (DUFARMS). The reptile was officially released into the courtyard, where it would be a source of both educational value and fascination for […]
Prof. Aduradola Appointed Director, ICGNS
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has approved the appointment of Prof. Rebecca Aduradola as the Director, Institute of Communication and General Studies (ICGNS). According to a memo signed by the Ag. Registrar, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Dawodu, the appointment was for a three-year term, effective from August 20, 2024, to August 19, 2027. The memo highlighted that […]
Part-Time Degree Students Begin First Semester Examinations
By Olaoye Oyewole The Part-Time Degree students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), commenced their First Semester Examinations for the 2023/2024 Academic Session on September 20, 2024. Dr. Enovwo Odjegba, Coordinator of the Part-Time Degree Programme (PTDP), confirmed that all necessary preparations had been put in place to ensure a seamless examination process. […]
FUNAABite Wins Chinese Government Scholarship
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Olaoye Oyewole Mr. Oladeji Olaide Ayodele, a student from the Department of Crop Protection, College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has been awarded the highly competitive Chinese Government Scholarship to pursue a PhD in Plant Pathology at the Northwest A&F University, […]
SECOCER Honours Past Members
By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Senate Committee on Examination Results (SECOCER), on September 17, 2024, honoured its past members for their meritorious service to the Committee and the University at large. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, while addressing the awardees, commended SECOCER for its excellent work since […]
Board Chair Commends Staff School for Professionalism
… As their New Session Kicks-Off with Workshop The Chairman of the FUNAAB Schools’ Management Board and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Olukayode Akinyemi, has commended the management and staff of the FUNAAB Staff School for their dedication to professionalism and commitment to maintaining high standards in the previous sessions, as he welcomed them to […]