Funaab latest news 2016

Here are some of the latest news from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) in 2016:

  1. New Vice-Chancellor Appointed: In February 2016, Professor Olusola Bandele Oyewole was appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of FUNAAB, succeeding Professor Olukayode Afolayan.
  2. Convocation Ceremony: The university held its 24th Convocation Ceremony in March 2016, where a total of 12,351 students were awarded various degrees.
  3. Research Grants: FUNAAB received research grants from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) and the National Research Foundation (NRF) to support research projects in areas such as agriculture, biotechnology, and environmental science.
  4. International Collaboration: The university signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria, to collaborate on research and academic programs.
  5. New Faculty Members: In 2016, FUNAAB welcomed new faculty members in various departments, including the Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Science, and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.
  6. Student Union Election: The university held student union elections in 2016, with the Students' Union Government (SUG) electing new executives to serve for the 2016/2017 academic session.
  7. Campus Development: FUNAAB continued to develop its campus infrastructure, including the construction of new lecture halls, hostels, and recreational facilities.
  8. Awards and Recognition: FUNAAB staff and students received various awards and recognition for their outstanding contributions to research, teaching, and community service.
  9. Community Outreach: The university continued its community outreach programs, including the provision of free medical services, agricultural training, and environmental conservation initiatives.
  10. Ranking: FUNAAB was ranked among the top 10 universities in Nigeria by the Webometrics Ranking of World Universities in 2016.

These are just a few of the latest news from FUNAAB in 2016. If you're looking for more specific information or updates, I can try to help you with that!