Rianat AdemolaTwo residents of Obafemi Awolowo Hall, Akinyemi Gloria and Akinniranye Oluwasemilore, have qualified to represent the University of Ibadan at the upcoming Fédération Internationale du Sport Universitaire (FISU) Games scheduled to take place in Germany.The students participated in the recently held FISU Games trial, where they competed in the swimming and javelin events, respectively.Speaking... Continue Reading →
The Hostel Effect: Shaping Skills for Life and Leadership
By Leonard Divine Life in school could be a bitter-sweet experience for many people. There are those who go to the university and don't necessarily undergo changes but there are those who go and never remain the same. However the case may be, this phase in the life of any student is one to be... Continue Reading →
Talent Without Borders, Opportunity With Boundaries
By Hadiza Usman Talent is evenly distributed while opportunity is not. Talent is universal, but opportunity is not. Talent is a natural gift and inherent ability that exists within individuals across all societies, regardless of geographical location, economic status, or cultural background.While talent itself is distributed among people, the opportunities to nurture and realize one's... Continue Reading →
FEATURES: FOOD INFLATION: EMPTY BELLIES, EMPTY HEADS, EMPTY PERFORMANCE
By Rihanat Adekola Admission into tertiary institutions is seen as a ticket to a life of a dream come true; better opportunities and better life for students born into a low-income family. The primary reason why an average individual apply to a federal school is because that’s the extent their capabilities can cater for. They... Continue Reading →
EDITORIAL: THE INSIGNIFICANT NUANCE BETWEEN LIVING AND DYING
Photo credit: Pinterest Life and death are often viewed as binary concepts with no in-between, but this simplistic view belies the complexity of the human experience. Dr. Samantha Harvey said the boundary between life and death is not a clear-cut one; it's a blurry, porous line that we all straddle, often without realizing it. The... Continue Reading →
NEWS: VICE CHANCELLOR COMMISSIONS THE LAUNCH OF THE NEW VIVA LAUNDROMAT BUILDING IN OBAFEMI AWOLOWO HALL
By Leonard Divine On the 16th of February, 2024, the Viva Laundromat building in Obafemi Awolowo hall was officially commissioned. The launching kick-started with a welcome speech recognizing the presence of various principal officers in the University of Ibadan such as The Vice Chancellor, Dr Kayode Adebowale; the Deputy Vice Chancellor ( academics) - Professor... Continue Reading →
VOX POP: TOP FLOOR TRIUMPH, FROM BUCKET CARRIERS TO SHOWER SINGERS.
By Leonard Divine It is interesting how simple yet monumental changes like running water in bathrooms could impact the lives of the occupants of Obafemi Awolowo Hall, especially those whose rooms are on the top-most floor. Typically, the average student like Bola, after a long day of rigorous lectures, would drag her tired body to... Continue Reading →
HEALTH: SAY GOODBYE TO ONION BREATH.
By Ademola Rianat Ayomide Oral health is one of the most important aspects of your overall health. One look into your mouth can reveal nutritional deficiencies, signs of diseases, and unhealthy habits like tobacco or alcohol use, which in turn reflect your general health and well-being. A healthy mouth and a healthy body go hand... Continue Reading →
FEATURES: FROM CRAFTSMEN TO INNOVATORS: SKILL REINVENTION IN THE SHIFTING SANDS OF THE LABOUR MARKET
By Kolade Olakiitan The market landscape in Nigeria paints a picture of a bustling room filled with eager faces, sectioned with enough doors that seamlessly flow into one another. It presents a thriving and multifaceted sector of the nation that is mostly characterised by its dynamic nature and landscape. Intersecting one another, the white collar,... Continue Reading →
HEALTH: OUCH…WHAT IS THAT PAIN?
By Leonard Divine Imagine a pain that starts out as a dull ache and quickly turns into a sharp, stabbing sensation. It may cause one to feel nauseous and tired, with the pain being so intense that it restricts one's movement. This is what it feels like to have appendicitis, and while it may sound... Continue Reading →
