FUNAAB VC Charges Students on Early Legacy Building as Alumni Host PUDS 4.0

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta has reinforced its focus on graduate readiness and long-term impact, as the institution’s Alumni Association convened the fourth edition of its Post University Degree Summit (PUDS 4.0), with a strong call for students to begin building their legacy early.

The summit, held on March 25, 2026, brought together university leadership, alumni stakeholders, and students under the theme “From Campus to Legacy: Maximising Today, Building Relationships for Tomorrow.” The engagement was positioned as a strategic platform to equip students with the mindset, competencies, and networks required to navigate post-university realities.

Delivering the Vice-Chancellor’s message, Babatunde Kehinde—represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development), Olawale Dairo—emphasised that legacy-building is not a post-graduation exercise but a deliberate process that must begin during undergraduate years. He urged students to prioritise resilience, clarity of purpose, and strategic relationship-building as foundational pillars for long-term success.

The University leadership also commended the Alumni Association for driving initiatives that enhance employability outcomes, noting that structured engagements of this nature strengthen the institution’s value proposition in producing industry-ready graduates.

In his remarks, the Global President of the FUNAAB Alumni Association, Bolaji Gbadamosi, described the summit as a critical bridge between academic training and professional integration. He reaffirmed the Association’s commitment to student support, disclosing that approximately ₦50 million had been deployed towards tuition assistance for indigent students in the current academic session, expanding access to education and reducing financial barriers.

Delivering the keynote address, Fasasi Sarafadeen, framed legacy as a continuous, intentional process that starts within the university environment. He advised students to go beyond academic credentials by acquiring relevant digital and problem-solving skills capable of driving productivity and financial independence even before graduation.

The summit also featured panel sessions focused on building relationship capital and translating campus involvement into career success. Discussions centred on integrity, professional positioning, and leveraging alumni networks as strategic assets for career advancement.

The event closed with a unified message encouraging students to maximise their time in the university by combining academic excellence with active participation in leadership and professional ecosystems, positioning themselves for sustainable career growth and long-term relevance.