FUNAAB’s 3MW Hybrid Solar Project Comes to Life
By Olasunkanmi Olajide The long-anticipated 3MW Hybrid Solar Power Project at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has reached a significant milestone, delivering an uninterrupted electricity to more than half of the University’s facilities. The World Bank-sponsored project, which began following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rural Electrification Agency […]
Ongoing Test-Run of FUNAAB’s 3MW Hybrid Solar Power
The test run of the 3MW Hybrid Solar Power at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is progressing steadily, ensuring the campus benefits from a sustainable and uninterrupted power supply. Designed to operate entirely on solar energy during the day, the system transitions at night based on battery storage capacity and priority load distribution. […]
COPAFEU Hosts Workshop on Biogas Production, Sustainable Entrepreneurship at FUNAAB
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Co-Producing Knowledge on Sustainable Growth Through Service-Learning Pedagogy between African and European Higher Education Institutions (COPAFEU) has organised a One-Day Workshop on Biogas Production and Sustainable Entrepreneurship at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). In his Welcome Address, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, underscored the urgent need […]
FUNAAB Welcomes NUC, BOI Teams in Preparation for iDICE Initiative
By Charles Adekanmbi The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has taken a significant step towards strengthening its position as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship by hosting a delegation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) and the Bank of Industry (BOI). The visit was part of preparations for the Federal Government’s Investment in Digital […]
FUNAAB Hosts AHF President Ahead of MoU Signing
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Tofunmi Adebayo In a strategic move towards fostering international collaboration and capacity building, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, February 10, 2025, hosted a high-level meeting with the President and Chief Executive Officer of the African Heritage Foundation (AHF), His Excellency, Ambassador Tunde Adetunji ahead of the official signing […]
Spotlight on FUNAAB’s Budding Entrepreneurs: An Interview with Keni Abuobisong and Olorede Fuadul-Deen
FUNAABites have long been known for their ingenuity and excellence in various legitimate entrepreneurial activities, but two outstanding students, Keni Abuobisong, a 400-Level student in the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM), College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC) and Olorede Fuadul-Deen, a 400-Level student from the Department of Physics, College of Physical […]
FUNAAB Bursary Embraces Digital Innovation with Electronic Payment Voucher System
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Bursary Department of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has introduced an Electronic Payment Voucher System to enhance efficiency, ensure seamless financial transactions, and improve service delivery for all stakeholders. The innovative system notifies recipients via email before payment is processed. Once payment is completed, an email […]
Governing Council Inspects Key Campus Projects
… Emphasises Quality, Timely Completion By Tofunmi Adebayo The Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), led by its Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, His Royal Majesty, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, on January 24, 2025, embarked on an inspection tour of ongoing projects across the University to assess progress and ensure adherence to quality […]
OORBDA Eyes Partnership with FUNAAB to Tackle Food Security Challenges
…As Pro-Chancellor Leads Council Delegation to the Authority By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Tofunmi Adebayo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has reaffirmed its dedication to tackling food security challenges and youth unemployment through a strategic partnership with the Ogun-Oshun River Basin Development Authority (OORBDA). This commitment was emphasised during a Courtesy Visit to OORBDA […]
FUNAAB SELECTED TO HOST THE CARNEGIE AFRICAN DIASPORA FELLOWS
Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program (CADFP) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact Mr. Olasunkanmi Olajide, Ag. Head, Directorate of Public Relations, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). E-mail: olajideoa@funaab.edu.ng Institute of International Education (IIE), AfricanDiaspora@iie.org Collaborative Project will focus on Curriculum Co-development Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Programme to Support Projects at Universities across Africa Abeokuta, January 14, […]
32nd Convocation Ceremony: FUNAAB to Hold Agri-Machinery Road Show, Research Product Exhibition
By Tofunmi Adebayo As part of the activities to commemorate the 32nd Convocation Ceremony of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), the University would on January 23 and 24, 2025, hold the Agri-Machinery Road Show and Research Product Exhibition starting at 9:30 a.m., daily. The event would take place at the Basement/Parking Lot of […]
VC Inspects Habanero, Bell Pepper Farm Ongoing Expansion
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, on January 11, 2025, took time out from the 27th Alumni Convention of FUNAAB to inspect the ongoing expansion of the Habanero and Bell pepper farm, alongside other ongoing projects across the University. During the visit to the Farm, which was in collaboration with […]