FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY OKEHO BILL
Bill · Agriculture
Policy date: 2025-11-01
A Bill establishes the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology in Okeho for education in agriculture and technology. It targets students in these fields to foster innovation and food security.
What Is This Policy?
A legislative act establishing the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho (FUNATO) in Kajola Local Government Area, Oyo State, as a new federal university focused on agriculture and technology education.
Who Does It Target?
Nigerian students seeking higher education in agriculture, agribusiness, and technology disciplines, particularly those in the Oke-Ogun region of Oyo State.
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Expand access to specialized higher education in agriculture and technology, promote agricultural innovation and food security, and bridge the educational gap in underserved regions of Nigeria.
Key Features
Centre of Excellence: Established as a hub for agricultural research, innovation, and technological advancement. Focus on Agri-Tech: Programmes centered on agriculture, agribusiness, and technological applications. Regional Development: Positioned to serve the agrarian communities of Oyo North and the wider Oke-Ogun region. Federal Funding: Funded by the Federal Government of Nigeria as a federal institution.
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Signed into law; pioneer Vice-Chancellor appointed; academic activities commenced November 2025. Coverage: Located in Okeho, Kajola LGA, Oyo State. Funding: Federal Government appropriation via the education budget.
How to Access
Admission is through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) process. Prospective students should apply through JAMB and meet the university's entry requirements. JAMB registration and UTME Meet cut-off mark and entry requirements Apply through JAMB's Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) Portal: funato.edu.ng
Impact & Metrics
Expected to produce skilled graduates in agriculture and technology, drive regional economic development, and contribute to Nigeria's food security goals.
Official Resources
Website: https://funato.edu.ng Contact: Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho, Oyo State
Legal Framework
The Federal University of Agriculture and Technology Okeho (FUNATO) Act establishes the university under statute. It operates under the Federal Universities Act, the National Universities Commission Act, and the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria Act (for research mandate). The Tertiary Education Trust Fund Act 2011 provides capital development funding, and the National Agricultural Policy aligns the university's research focus with national agricultural development priorities.