NUC Audit Team Pays Courtesy Visit to VC
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Audit Team of the National Universities Commission (NUC) paid a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde prior to embarking on an audit assignment of the Part-Time Degree Programme in strict adherence to regulatory requirements. Led by Mrs. Mercy Nwoke, a Deputy Director at the NUC, the […]
Scholars Converge in FUNAAB to Discuss Poultry Production Systems
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu A team of scholars in the field of poultry production has converged in the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) for a Day Workshop to further forge a way in gender dynamics in West African family poultry production systems. The One-day Workshop was in collaboration with the University of […]
TAFTA Collaborates with FUNAAB on Student Empowerment
By Femi Dansu A delegation from Terra Academy For The Arts (TAFTA) has visited the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) to empower students, as well as foster collaboration between the Academy and FUNAAB. The primary focus of the collaboration was to provide free training opportunities, particularly aimed at female students, in various artistic and […]
HFI Seeks Partnership with FUNAAB
… Expresses Readiness to Contribute to Food Security By Emeka Oluka & Joy Adeyiga In an outstanding move towards bolstering food security in Nigeria, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is actively pursuing a strategic partnership with HarvestField Industries (HFI) Limited. The groundwork for the collaboration was laid during a Courtesy Call by the […]
FUNAAB Welcomes JUPEB Team for Annual Moderation Exercise
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu A high powered delegation from the Joint Universities Preliminary Examination Board (JUPEB) led by their Registrar, Prof. Wale Okunuga today, February 5, 2024, paid a Courtesy Visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde in his Office to mark the commencement of the week-long […]
FUNAAB Collaborates with Amo Farms
… Empowers FPY Students On Chicken Production By Joy Adeyiga & Patrick Erinoso In a strategic move to nurture future entrepreneurs, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has partnered with Amo Farma Hatchery Siberier Limited to provide Hands-On Training for Farm Practical Year (FPY) students, focusing on chicken production. The Training Session, conducted at […]
COLVET to Hold 15th Oath-Taking, Induction Ceremony Next Wednesday
All is now set for the 15th Oath-Taking and Induction Ceremony of the College of Veterinary Medicine (COLVET). The Ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at the 1000-Seater Capacity Lecture Theatre, starting at 10:00 a.m. The theme of the event is “Transformative Innovations in Veterinary Profession: Pathway to Sustainable National Development.” Prof. Babatunde […]
FUNIS Celebrates Immediate Past DVC, A
By Joy Adeyiga & Tofunmi Adebayo In appreciation of his dedication and selfless service throughout his tenure as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic (DVC, A), and Chairman, FUNAAB Schools Management Board, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta International School (FUNIS), hosted a Sent-Forth Ceremony to honour Prof. Christian Ikeobi. Appreciating his predecessor, the current Board Chairman, […]
FUNAAB Holds 31st Convocation
…Honours Prof. Jega and Dr. Adeola By Emeka Oluka & Olaoye Oyewole The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has awarded the former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega, and the Co-founder, Guarantee Trust Bank (GTBank), Dr. Afolabi Adeola with an Honorary Degree Of Doctor of Science (DSc). The award […]
President Tinubu Reiterates Commitment to Education Sector
…As Chancellor Appeals for Rehabilitation of Camp-Alabata Road By Emeka Oluka The Visitor to the University, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR), has assured that his administration, with its Renewed Hope Agenda, remains committed to pursuing programmes that would enhance service delivery, thereby culminating into rapid transformation of the educational sector in Nigeria. The President gave […]
CVCNU Scribe Envisions Tech-Driven Future for Agriculture in Nigeria
By Olasunkanmi Olajide In a thought-provoking Convocation Lecture titled “From Baby Boomers to Generation Alpha: Interrogating Generational Dynamics and Agricultural Education in Nigeria,” by Prof. Yakubu Ochefu, the Secretary General, Committee of Vice Chancellors of Nigerian Universities, has advocated for a technology-driven approach to modern agriculture and food production in Nigeria. Speaking at the Federal […]
Experts Advocate Unity in Diversity
…Preach Peace, Harmony, and Tolerance By Emeka Oluka The need to preach peace, harmony, and tolerance to foster a peaceful society has been re-emphasised by experts. The call which summarises unity in diversity was an offshoot of the One-Day Peace Education Symposium, organised by the Cardinal John Onaiyekan Peace Foundation in collaboration with Nurse Shakirat […]