The FUNATO recruitment portal is frequently discussed online, but there’s an important truth every job seeker must understand: The Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho (FUNATO) has not officially created or launched a recruitment portal or a recruitment exercise at this time.
This article explains what FUNATO is, what the rumors are about, how to avoid scams, and how legitimate FUNATO recruitment will be communicated when it eventually happens.
What is FUNATO?
FUNATO stands for the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho, a newly established federal university located in Okeho, Oyo State. The institution focuses on agricultural science, technology, and related disciplines, with ambitions to be a centre of academic excellence and innovation.
FUNATO offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and its official website publishes information about admissions, academics, dates, deadlines, and official vacancy announcements — but NOT recruitment right now.
Clarification: FUNATO Has No Recruitment Portal Yet
Despite multiple websites and social media posts claiming that FUNATO has a recruitment portal (such as URLs like funato.edu.ng/vacancies/auth-signin.php), the university has officially stated that:
- It has not created any recruitment portal
- It has not commenced any recruitment exercise
- Any site claiming otherwise is fraudulent
- No official recruitment documentation or process is active at this time
FUNATO issued this disclaimer to warn the public against scams circulating online.
These fake portals often appear to allow job seekers to sign up, fill personal information, select academic or non-academic positions, and create applicant IDs — but these are not endorsed by the university.
Why FUNATO Doesn’t Have a Recruitment Portal Yet
As a new federal university, FUNATO’s recruitment structures are still being established. Unlike older federal universities with established HR systems and recruitment sections on their websites, FUNATO has not officially launched:
- A staff recruitment portal
- A portal login page for job applications
- Any vacancy listings
- Any application or screening process
All sites or platforms offering this are unauthorized and likely phishing or scam portals designed to collect personal data.
How Legitimate Recruitment Will Be Announced
When FUNATO is ready to recruit academic or non-academic staff, the announcement will be made through official channels, including:
- The official FUNATO website (funato.edu.ng)
- Notices on the Federal Ministry of Education website
- Publications in national newspapers
- Official press releases from FUNATO management
- Verified FUNATO social media accounts
- Government recruitment portals (if applicable)
Until then, there is no legitimate FUNATO recruitment portal login page.
Beware of Fake Recruitment Websites
Scammers use misleading URLs similar to the institution’s website to trick job seekers into submitting sensitive data. Common red flags include:
- Portal claims that FUNATO is recruiting without official announcement
- Requests for payment to process applications
- Messages offering guaranteed job placement
- Unofficial email addresses (not ending in
@funato.edu.ng) - Social media recruitment ads not linked from the official website
If you encounter any of these, do not submit applications, personal data, or payments.
What You Can Do Now
Even though there is no current recruitment exercise:
- Bookmark the official FUNATO website: funato.edu.ng
- Regularly check the Vacancies or News sections for updates
- Follow verified FUNATO communication channels
- Be cautious of “too good to be true” job offers online
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is there a FUNATO recruitment portal?
No. FUNATO has stated that it has not created any recruitment portal or commenced recruitment.
Can I apply for a job at FUNATO right now?
No. There is no active or official recruitment exercise at this time. Any portal claiming to accept applications is fake.
Where will FUNATO announce real job openings?
Official announcements will be published on the FUNATO website and verified channels.
Should I pay someone to help with FUNATO recruitment?
No. Recruitment, when legitimate, is free. Anyone requesting payment is a scammer.
Is the fake portal at funato.edu.ng/vacancies real?
No. FUNATO has confirmed there is no recruitment portal and that such sites are unauthorized.
How do I stay notified about real FUNATO recruitment?
Monitor the official FUNATO website (funato.edu.ng) and check for announcements under Vacancies or News sections.