FUNAAB Governing Council Honours Five Former Members for Contributions to University Development

The Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has honoured five former members in recognition of their contributions to the university’s growth, institutional governance and administration.

The former members were recognised on October 14, 2026, during the 117th Statutory Meeting of the Governing Council, where the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, His Royal Majesty, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi Odundun IV, Asoludero, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, praised their professional competence, intellectual contributions, commitment and cordial working relationships.

The honourees are Senate representatives, Professors Folake Henshaw, Emmanuel Fakoya, Festus Adeosun and Adeboye Fafiolu, alongside Mrs Monica Ogar, a former representative of the Federal Ministry of Education on the Council.

Reflecting on their years of service, Oba Olabomi described his working relationship with the former members as cordial and productive. He noted that mutual respect, understanding, humour and a shared commitment to the university’s progress characterised their interactions.

He acknowledged that disagreements occasionally arose during Council deliberations but said patience and mutual understanding helped strengthen relationships and promote effective collaboration.

The Pro-Chancellor particularly commended Professor Adeosun for his energy, intelligence, frankness and sense of humour, while also recognising his effectiveness in student affairs administration.

He described Professor Henshaw as a calm, compassionate and intelligent professional whose sound judgement and warmth enriched Council deliberations.

Professor Fafiolu was celebrated for his intellectual depth, amiable disposition, humility, humour and dedication to service. Oba Olabomi described him as an intellectual powerhouse and a servant leader whose personal qualities distinguished his contributions to the university.

Professor Fakoya was also recognised for his exceptional intellectual capacity, commitment to duty and valuable contributions to the university’s governing process.

Paying tribute to Mrs Ogar, the Council Chairman described her as kind, considerate and accommodating, noting that her calm disposition and friendly relationships with fellow Council members helped create a pleasant working environment.

Oba Olabomi observed that the former members brought valuable experience, professional expertise and admirable personal qualities to Council deliberations, strengthening teamwork, collegiality and institutional governance.

He expressed gratitude for their dedicated service and wished them many more fruitful years of service to humanity.

Other members of the Governing Council also acknowledged the former members’ commitment and strong bonds of fellowship, commending their contributions and wishing them success in their future endeavours.

The presentation of gifts to the five former Council members was the highlight of the ceremony.