VC Graces 2024 Agrofood Fair
… Emphasises FUNAAB’s Openness to Collaboration By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, graced the 9th edition of the Agrofood and Plastprintpack Nigeria Trade Show today, March 26, 2024. Organised by the Organisation for the Technology Advancement of Cold Chain in West Africa (OTACCWA), the event took place at the Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, […]
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 […]
COLENG Organises OBE Workshop to Keep Pace with Global Engineering Trends
The College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta recently held a 2-Day Mandatory Outcome Based Education (OBE) Workshop for an assemblage of engineering academic staff, members of the Engineering Community and interested members of the public. This was a follow-up to the recent Outcome Based Education (OBE) Workshop in Lagos, which marked a […]
Don Advocates Agricultural Machinery Engineering for Food Security in Nigeria
By Tofunmi Adebayo A don in the Department of Agricultural and Bio-Resources Engineering, College of Engineering (COLENG), Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Engr. (Prof.) Alex Folami Adisa has advocated agricultural machinery engineering for food security in Nigeria. Speaking as the University’s 88th Inaugural Lecturer on the title, “Agricultural Machinery Engineering: A Key Towards Sustainable […]
COLPHYS Holds 2nd International Conference
By Tofunmi Adebayo The College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS), Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta (FUNAAB) commenced its 2024 2nd Biennial International Conference today, March 19, 2024, with an Opening Ceremony held at the Red Chamber. Themed “Scientific Innovations and Developments: Scenic Route to Sustainable Development, Economy, and Security,” the event aimed to explore the important […]
Prof. Ojo Appointed as Desk Officer for German Embassy
The Director, Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH), Prof. Olufemi Ojo has been appointed as the Desk Officer for the German Embassy in the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). His appointment as the Desk Officer was a fallout of the recent visit of the German Consular General to Nigeria, His Excellency, Mr. Weert Borner, where fruitful […]
NBPA Collaborates with FUNAAB on the Establishment of Bookshop
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Tofunmi Adebayo The Nigerian Book Publishers Association (NBPA) is set to partner with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to establish a Bookshop on campus to foster a culture of reading and promote the Nigerian publishing industry. The NBPA, a prominent trade association representing the interests of book publishers in […]
FUNAAB Staff School Abuzz with Creativity on Arts Day
By Emeka Oluka & Bamidele Odegbami The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Staff School on Thursday, March 14, 2024 celebrated its annual Arts Day in a burst of vibrant hues and creative energy which was a testament to the School’s commitment to nurturing young minds through artistic expression. Enlightening the pupils through a slide […]
Prof. Olaoye Re-appointed Director, AMREC
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde has approved the re-appointment of Prof. Jacob Olaoye as the Director, Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC). The details of the re-appointment were contained in a Release signed by the Acting Registrar, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Dawodu. His re-appointment is for a period of three years, with effect from March 13, […]
Wafroex Donates Beehives to FUNAAB
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu In a bid to foster sustainable agricultural practices and technological advancement, Wafroex Ltd, an Agro-Allied organisation, has extended its philanthropic arm to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), with a significant donation of beehives. The event, which marks the beginning of a promising collaboration between the two entities, […]
SystemSpecs to Launch Innovative Campus App in FUNAAB
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Tofunmi Adebayo In a groundbreaking collaboration, SystemSpecs, a leading technology firm, has concluded plans to partner with the University to introduce an innovative app dubbed FUNAABMobile. The pioneering venture aimed to revolutionise campus life by offering a suite of features geared towards enhancing convenience and connectivity. Speaking at the collaborative meeting, […]
NAUW Celebrates International Women’s Day in Grand Style
By Joy Adeyiga & Femi Dansu The National Association of University Women (NAUW) FUNAAB Chapter celebrated the 2024 International Women’s Day in a splendid event, marking the global significance of March 8 as a day to honour the achievements of women in the society. In his Address at the occasion marking the Day, the Vice-Chancellor, […]