Prof. Oso Becomes Dean, COLANIM

By Joy Adeyiga The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has approved the appointment of Prof. Abimbola Oso from the Department of Animal Nutrition (ANN), as the Dean, College of Animal Science and Livestock Production. The appointment which was on the recommendation of the College Board of COLANIM was for a term of three years, commencing on […]

Ag. Registrar Commends Arueyingho as He Disengages from FUNAAB

By Femi Dansu The Exams and Records Unit of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has lauded Mr. Tuoyo Arueyingho, Senior Assistant Registrar, for his voluntary disengagement from the services of the University. The commendation event took place on June 28, 2024, at the Green Chamber. Mr. Arueyingho joined FUNAAB in January 2012 as […]

FG Inaugurates Newly-Appointed Council Members

… As FUNAAB’s Governing Council Holds Inaugural Meeting in Abuja By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Honourable Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, on July 4, 2024, officially inaugurated the newly-appointed Chairmen and members of the Governing Councils of Federal Tertiary Institutions. During the ceremony, the Honourable Minister urged the appointees to focus on generating increased internal […]

VACANCY  FOR  THE  POST  OF  PRINCIPAL AND VICE-PRINCIPAL, FUNIS   

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the vacant positions of Principal and Vice-Principal at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS)  The School The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS) is a premier, private, co-educational day and boarding school, established in September, 2004. It was founded to provide a […]

VC’s Inspection Tour Highlights Agricultural Innovations at FUNAAB

By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Tofunmi Adebayo & Temiloluwa Osinuga In a recent comprehensive tour of the farmlands at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde showcased the University’s innovative approaches to agriculture, aimed at cushioning the effects of food challenges in the country. Prof. Kehinde’s inspection covered various facilities and highlighted […]

FUNAAB Holds Workshop for Deans, Directors

By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) recently organised a Workshop focused on promoting best standard ethical work practices for its Deans and Directors of Academic Centres. Held on June 27, 2024, in the Conference Room of the Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (CEADESE), the […]

DRIP Hosts Workshop for Academic Staff

By Joy Adeyiga & Bamidele Odegbami The Directorate of Research, Innovations & Partnerships (DRIP) has held an impactful One-Day Workshop for the Academic Staff of the University. The event, themed “Procedure for Preparing Winning Tertiary Education Fund (TETFUND) and National Research Fund (NRF) Proposals,” took place at the Board Room of the Centre of Excellence […]

UI Delegates Visit FUNAAB to Study FPY Programmes at COBFAS

By Bamidele Odegbami High-key delegation from the University of Ibadan (UI), on June 24, 2024, visited the Center for Community Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to understudy its Farm Practical Year (FPY) Programmes. The delegation included Prof. Olufemi Adebiyi from the Department of Animal Science, and Dr. Oyeyemi […]

FUNAAB Hosts Two-Day Capacity Building Workshop for Academic Staff

By Joy Adeyiga, Femi Dansu & Temiloluwa Osinuga The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) recently organised a Two-Day Capacity Building Workshop aimed at enhancing the skills of its academic staff, ranging from Graduate Assistants to Senior Lecturers. The initiative aligned with the current administration’s commitment to continuous staff development. During the Opening Ceremony, Dr. […]

FUNAAB Appoints Professors Kehinde, Ayo-John, Sanwo as University Orators

 By Emeka Oluka & Bamidele Odegbami The University Senate at its Special Meeting held on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, approved the appointments of Prof. Iyabode Kehinde of the Department of Pure and Applied Botany, College of Biosciences (COLBIOS); Prof. Emily Ayo-John, Department of Crop Protection, College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT) and Prof. […]

Appraisal Workshop on 2021-2025 Strategic Plan Slated for July 3

By Bamidele Odegbami The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has approved a Mid-year Appraisal Workshop for Deans, Directors, Heads of Departments and Units, to review the operations of the 2021-2025 Strategic Plan Document and prepare for the next Strategic Plan of the University. According to a Release by the Secretary, Strategic Plan Monitoring and Evaluation Committee […]

Prof. Idowu Appointed as UNILAG Council Member

The President and Commander-in-Chief, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR has appointed Prof. Mark Idowu of the Department of Animal Nutrition (ANN), College of Animal Science and Livestock Production (COLANIM), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), as one of the members of the Governing Council of the University of Lagos (UNILAG). Prof. Idowu, a distinguished academic […]