The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) welcomed a distinguished delegation from the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) from Ikorodu, Lagos State. .
Leading the LASUSTECH delegation was Dr. Khadijah Agbalaya, the Acting Head of the Animal Production Department. The visit was facilitated by Prof. Adeyemi Bamgbose of the Department of Animal Nutrition (ANN), College of Animal Science and Livestock Production (COLANIM), a renowned figure in the field of Animal Nutrition. Prof. Bamgbose’s pivotal role in organizing this significant visit highlights his commitment to fostering academic synergy and innovation.
The meeting took place at the Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS), where Prof. Adigbo, Director of COBFAS, provided an insightful briefing. He emphasized the potential for a deep, enduring commitment to academic collaborations that align seamlessly with FUNAAB’s vision of excellence in education and research.
Key discussions during the visit focused on exploring potential avenues for collaboration, particularly in the areas of understudying and leveraging the successful models implemented by COBFAS. Both institutions expressed a shared enthusiasm for future cooperative endeavors aimed at enhancing the educational and research landscapes.
This visit marks a significant step towards a robust partnership that promises to yield mutual benefits and drive forward the academic missions of both FUNAAB and LASUSTECH.
