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 […]
TSU Seeks FUNAAB’s Mentorship on Development
By Olaoye Oyewole Principal Officers from the Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, recently visited the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to seek its mentorship and understudy its structural development. In his Address to the TSU delegation, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde expressed gratitude for TSU’s decision to model its development after FUNAAB. He emphasised […]
Physics Scholars Converge in FUNAAB for Scientific Discourse
By Joy Adeyiga & Femi Dansu Scholars in the field of Physics have converged in the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) for the Joint International Centre of Theoretical Physics (ICTP)-International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)-FUNAAB Sub-Saharan Africa School on the Applications of Monte Carlo and Molecular Dynamics Simulations in Radiation and Health Physics. Addressing the […]
NUC Visits FUNAAB for ATMUA Facility Inspection
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The National Universities Commission (NUC) on June 24, 2024, paid an Inspection Visit to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), to check the facilities and amenities provided by FUNAAB in preparation for the resumption of Adedapo Tejuoso Medical University, Abeokuta (ATMUA). While stating the purpose of their visit, […]
FUNAAB Zoo Park Gets New Director
By Joy Adeyiga The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has appointed Prof. Sammy Sam-Wobo of the Department of Pure and Applied Zoology, College of Biosciences (COLBIOS), as the Director, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Zoo Park. According to a circular issued and signed by the Acting Registrar, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Dawodu, Prof. Sam-Wobo’s appointment was in […]
FUNAAB’s 92nd Inaugural Lecture:
Expert Advocates Human-Centred Design at Workplaces By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Joy Adeyiga Prof. Salami Ismaila, a distinguished scholar from the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Ergonomics) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has advocated for human-centred design at workstations, even as he underscored the critical importance of ergonomics in enhancing human well-being and productivity, […]
FUNAAB Holds TETFund LMS Workshop
…Introduces PTDP Students to Hybrid Learning By Emeka Oluka & Femi Dansu The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) through its Information and Communication Technology Resource Centre (ICTREC) and BytePlus, an ICT-based firm have organised a Training designed to equip ICT and Academic staff with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively use and manage […]
Topmost Alumnus, Lordbanjou Donates Tiller, Motorbike to FUNAAB
One of the foremost alumni of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Dr. Deola-Tayo Lordbanjou has donated a STIHL MH 710 Petrol Tiller and a Motorcycle to FUNAAB for agricultural revitalisation purposes. The Tiller according to its manual can handle demanding groundwork and tough jobs with challenging terrain. Weighing 101 kg with an output […]
Scholars Warn Against Extinction of Indigenous Languages
… As DIGICULTURE Project Kicks Off By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Olaoye Oyewole In a significant move to promote the languages and cultures of Remo, Ijebu, Yewa, and Ẹgba (RIYE), scholars from the Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta (FUNAAB) have seriously warned against the extinction of indigenous languages which have spurred them to develop an artificial […]
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. […]
FUNAAB, DOIT Services Collaborate with Jobberman, MasterCard Foundation
… Train Over 2,000 Female Students on Employability Skills By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Career Services and Linkages Unit (CSLU) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in collaboration with DOIT Services, Jobberman, and the MasterCard Foundation, recently conducted a week-long Capacity Development Workshop for female students in final or penultimate year […]
Foremost Alumnus Donates 600 DOCs, Others to FUNAABites
By Olasunkanmi Olajide Dr. Deola-Tayo Lordbanjou, a distinguished alumnus of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has facilitated the donation of 600 Day Old Chicks (DOCs), 72 bags of feed, and 21 bottles of Poultry Zymes to 24 Farm Practical Year (FPY) students. The donation which was held on June 7, 2024, at the […]