By Hadiza Usman The University of Ibadan Students' Union, UI'SU, Executive Council has released a memo on the outcomes of the Town Hall Meeting held on May 1st, 2025, with student leaders across the university.According to the memo with the signatories of the Students President, Covenant Odedele and the general secretary, Segun V. Olowu, "a... Continue Reading →
Ozempic: The New Frontier of Weight Loss Medicine
Image Credit: Google Marvellous Olajide Once reserved for managing diabetes, drugs like Ozempic are now at the center of a weight-loss revolution—fueling global demand, social media buzz, and even ethical debates. But is this just another fad, or a medical breakthrough changing how we fight obesity? What Is Ozempic?Ozempic (semaglutide) is a medication initially approved... Continue Reading →
The Quiet Revolution: Stories Of Small Acts That Create Big Change
Hadiza Usman Not all revolutions begin with roaring protests or dramatic speeches. Some unfold quietly, in the unnoticed corners of life, where ordinary people make choices that shape the world. These acts do not come with banners or breaking news—they are simple, sincere, and driven by nothing more than the instinct to do what is... Continue Reading →
The Rise of Content Creators in Nigeria: Potentials in the University of Ibadan
Kolade, Olakiitan Over the past few years, Nigeria has seen a considerable increase in the popularity of content creators, who are reshaping the digital landscape of the country and impacting millions of individuals through various online platforms. This shift highlights the evolving nature of media consumption and underscores the growing importance of digital content in... Continue Reading →
What Kind of Leader Are You?
Rianat Ademola“Real leaders must be ready to sacrifice all for the freedom of their people.”-- Nelson MandelaLeadership does not always look the same. Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. were both fighting for justice, but they chose different methods. King believed in patience and peaceful protest. Malcolm X believed people had to demand their... Continue Reading →
UI’SU Calls Stakeholders to Town Hall Meeting to Deliberate Pressing Issues
Rianat AdemolaThe Executive Council of the University of Ibadan Students’ Union has announced a crucial Town Hall Meeting scheduled to hold on Thursday, May 1st, 2025. The meeting is set to take place at 2 PM in the SRC Chamber.In a notice signed by the Union’s President, Covenant Odedele, and General Secretary, Segun V. Olowu,... Continue Reading →
DEALING WITH ROOMMATES DRAMA LIKE A PRO
Leonard DivineTalk about hostel life, talk about roommates! It's just one of the packages that comes with staying in a hostel, but let's be honest: sharing a room with someone (or several someones) can sometimes feel like walking on eggshells. Whether as a Staylite or a freshman, roommates drama is pretty much inevitable. From messy... Continue Reading →
The Placebo Effect: The Power of the Mind
Image credit: Daily dose documentary Marvellous Olajide Can believing you are getting better actually make you better? The answer, according to a growing body of scientific research, is yes—and it is all thanks to a fascinating phenomenon known as the placebo effect. What Is the Placebo Effect?The placebo effect occurs when a person experiences real... Continue Reading →
UI’s Fee Hike: Will History Repeat Itself?
Last session, the University of Ibadan found itself at the heart of a crisis. Students, overwhelmed by the sudden school fees hike, took to the streets to protest, as many could not afford the new amounts. In response to the protests, the university management had to shut down academic activities and send students home for... Continue Reading →
UI’SU Addresses School Fees Concern
Rianat Ademola The Students' Union of University of Ibadan, UI'SU, released a memo on April 21, 2025, regarding discrepancies and increase in school fees across various departments.In the memo, the UI'SU urged the students to remain calm as they "are currently engaging in dialogues with the relevant school authorities to seek viable solutions that are... Continue Reading →
