At the University of Ibadan, student life has become a continuous act of balancing priorities. It is no longer just about passing exams or submitting assignments. It is about navigating a system that keeps shifting. From rising school fees to inconsistent teaching methods and changing administrative policies, students are learning to adapt to circumstances that... Continue Reading →
If we tell,gently,gentlyAll that we shall one day have to tellWho then will hear our voices without laughter?Sad complaining voices of beggarsWho indeed will hear them without laughter? ( Birago Diop, Vanity)At the University of Ibadan today, a quiet but crucial concern is overlooked. The breakdown of student leadership and the spread of political apathy... Continue Reading →
Dear Awoites, a story often loses its relatability when it fails to resonate with the person you share it with. In this context, relatability is like the ease that comes after a long thirst, the kind you feel when you share painful experiences and your friend nods and says, “I understand.” But sometimes, the harsh... Continue Reading →
Rianat Ademola A Sleeping GiantCongress is the highest decision-making body within the University of Ibadan student community. It supersedes all other student councils—faculties, halls of residence, departments, the Students’ Union, and the Student Representative Council (SRC). Its authority lies in its inclusivity: a convergence of students from across all units, large and small, who gather... Continue Reading →
When a hungry man sees food after many days, he devours it without thought for taste or preference. What matters most is that the hunger has been quenched. That, in the moment, becomes the value. But hunger must not blind a man or stop him from knowing what is right. It should make him more... Continue Reading →
Marvellous Olajide Did you know that taking the stairs can be surprisingly good for you? For instance, according to studies from Harvard Health Publishing and the European Society of Cardiology, climbing just five flights of stairs (roughly 50 steps) each day can cut your risk of a heart attack or stroke by about 20% compared... Continue Reading →
Elizabeth Oladapo Note: In our previous article about the approved budget, we incorrectly stated that it was 'Freshers' Week.' The budget approved is actually for the 'Freshers Day.' We apologise for the mistake and any confusion it may have caused. The Obafemi Awolowo Hall Representative Council, OAH HRC has approved the budget for the upcoming... Continue Reading →
In 2018, Ahmad Salkida, a Nigerian journalist, felt the backlash of the Nigerian Army for telling the truth. He was known for his bold reporting on Boko Haram. He shared what many were afraid to say. Expectedly, his work upset those in power. In 2013, he went into self-exile. When he returned to Nigeria in... Continue Reading →
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 →
Image credit: TheNewsGuru Guess what? You are now a bonafide student of the University of Ibadan. It is not surprising, right? Maybe it still feels surreal. One minute you were pacing around during UTME, and the next, you are taking selfies at ICC and capturing all the excitement. Welcome.First things first, breathe. The excitement, the... Continue Reading →
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