By Grace Adepoju On the 23rd of November, 2023, residents of Obafemi Awolowo Hall were met with the tragic news of the demise of the former President, OreOluwa Oluwatoyin. Oluwatoyin, who served as president during the 2020/2021 session, made a significant impact in the hostel community through her work to improve the experience of Awoites.... Continue Reading →
HEALTH: FROM HARMATTAN BLUES TO HARMATTAN BLISS
By Grace Adepoju Imagine stepping outside on a chilly, dry morning, unable to see through the mist, and feeling like the air is too thin to breathe. These are sure signs of harmattan. As the ember months slowly come to an end, we are inching closer to the time of the year when the weather... Continue Reading →
OBAFEMI AWOLOWO HALL: A STORY OF CHANGE, GROWTH AND ELEMENTS OF REGRESSION
By Anjolaoluwa Odebiyi Inherent in the nature of man is the ability to grow, evolve, adapt and change. Over the course of many decades and centuries, we’ve learnt and seen human kind morph, participate and serve as agents of change. Whether this nature is attributed to the biological nature of man or intricately embedded by... Continue Reading →
MODERNISATION IN NIGERIA: A BLESSING OR A CURSE?
By Sharon Adisa Modernization is the process of transforming old societies and nations to modernity in social, economic, political, industrial, technological, cultural, and educational fields. It is the process of adopting modern technology, ideas, and practices in a society, which includes anything from infrastructure development to social and political reforms. It is important to know... Continue Reading →
ENTERTAINMENT: THE EVOLUTION OF THE MOVIE INDUSTRY
By Onyinyechi Obike Since the days of box televisions and white and black screens, different calibers of actors have graced the screens of Nigerians. Morphing from low-budget actors to veterans shaking and making the entertainment industry, the talents embedded in Nigerian actors have no limits. Year after year, the movie industry takes its standard up... Continue Reading →
STUDENT POLITICS AND THE LURKING NATURE OF CORRUPTION
By Oluwatosin Adeoye The term corruption can be described as a disease, a cantankerous worm that eats into the cultural, political, and economic fabric of society and destroys the functioning of vital societal organs. Corruption is found almost everywhere, but it stubbornly holds more ground, entrenched in the poor countries of Sub-Saharan Africa. In the... Continue Reading →
LIFESTYLE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BAD BREATH (MOUTH ODOUR)
By Olakiitan S. Kolade In a culture that frequently emphasizes the importance of first impressions, there is a stigma that can stifle even the most self-assured people, leaving a path of discomfort and social awkwardness in its wake. The hushed snicker in a busy place, the awkward step back during an intimate chat, and the... Continue Reading →
HEALTH: A STUDENT’S GUIDE TO BED BUGS
By Grace Adepoju Bed bugs are terrible. The common saying “don’t let the bed bugs bite” becomes a reality when these tiny, wingless insects that feed on the blood of animals and humans manifest. They are mostly found in beds, though they can be found in other furniture, like couches and chairs. Bed bugs, which... Continue Reading →
UNLOCKING OPPORTUNITIES: HOW STUDENT ORGANISATIONS SHAPE YOUR COLLEGE EXPERIENCE
By Aliyya Hussain Following Orire Agbaje's appointment to the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Tax Club at the University of Ibadan gained significant attention at the beginning of the new academic session. It raises the question: Did students see the need to emulate her, or does... Continue Reading →
NEWS: OBAFEMI AWOLOWO HALL EXECUTIVES HOLDS CONGRESS
By Oluwatosin Adeoye and Grace Adepoju The Obafemi Awolowo Hall Executives organised a Congress to address issues relating to Awoites on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at the Hall's Quadrangle. Miss Kehinde Adegboye, the hall president, chaired the congress with other members of the executive arm of the hall, addressing various complaints of various residents. Starting... Continue Reading →
