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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
