Funaab news module

Here are some recent news updates from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB):

Academic News

  1. New Vice-Chancellor Appointed: Professor Kolawole Salako has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of FUNAAB, effective from February 2023.
  2. New Academic Programmes: The University has introduced new academic programmes, including a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management and a Master of Science in Plant Breeding.
  3. Research Grants Awarded: FUNAAB has been awarded research grants by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to support research projects in areas such as agriculture, biotechnology, and environmental science.

Campus News

  1. New Campus Development: The University is undertaking a massive campus development project, which includes the construction of new lecture halls, hostels, and other facilities.
  2. Student Union Election: The Student Union Government (SUG) election has been held, with a new set of executives elected to serve the students of FUNAAB.
  3. Sports Competition: The University has participated in various sports competitions, including the National University Games, where it won several medals.

Community News

  1. Community Outreach Programme: FUNAAB has launched a community outreach programme aimed at promoting agricultural development and improving the livelihoods of rural communities.
  2. Collaboration with Industry: The University has collaborated with industry partners to develop innovative solutions to agricultural challenges, including the development of new crop varieties and agricultural technologies.
  3. Extension Services: FUNAAB has established an extension services unit to provide technical assistance to farmers and other stakeholders in the agricultural sector.

Other News

  1. Alumni Association: The FUNAAB Alumni Association has been re-launched, with a new set of executives elected to serve the alumni community.
  2. International Collaboration: The University has signed a memorandum of understanding with several international institutions to promote academic and research collaborations.
  3. Awards and Recognition: FUNAAB has received several awards and recognition for its outstanding contributions to agriculture, research, and community development.

These are just a few of the recent news updates from FUNAAB. If you're looking for more information, I can try to help you find it!