By Leonard Divine The Awo Hall Independent Electoral Commission (AHIEC) has announced the opening of the accreditation portal for the 2026/2027 Obafemi Awolowo Hall elections, directing eligible occupants to complete the process ahead of the polls. In a special release, the AHIEC confirmed that accreditation is mandatory for all eligible voters, warning that occupants who... Continue Reading →
By Tofunmi Great The Literary and Debating Society (TLDS) conducted the second leg for the hall round at the New Faculty Lecture Theatre (NFLT) on Saturday, 5th September 2026. The event was moderated by hosts; Precious Ibeh and Hameedah Ajibade. It was judged by a panel comprising Professor Ayede as Chief Judge, along with Mr... Continue Reading →
By Leonard Divine Awoites came together on Friday, September 4, for the 2026 edition of the Common Pot, an annual second-semester activity organised to promote unity and interaction among residents of Obafemi Awolowo Hall. The event, initially scheduled for August 28, was rescheduled to September 4.Preparations began around 1:00 p.m. at the basketball court, with... Continue Reading →
By Tofunmi Great The Literary and Debating Society (TLDS) of the University of Ibadan held the first leg of the 2026 JAW WAR debate competition on Tuesday, September 1, at the New Faculty Lecture Theatre (NFLT), with Awolowo Hall emerging victorious over Mellanby Hall in the opening clash.The contest, which began at 4 p.m., marks... Continue Reading →
By Leonard Divine The Obafemi Awolowo Hall Legislative Council held its 3rd Ordinary Sitting on Thursday, 26 August 2026, at the Student Common Room (SCR), with the House deliberating on several financial proposals and matters concerning the administration and welfare of Hall residents. The sitting commenced at about 10:00 p.m with an opening prayer said... Continue Reading →
By Leonard Divine Obafemi Awolowo Hall has welcomed Dr. Omolola Kayode-Olawoyin as its new Hall Warden, following the completion of Dr. Afolasade Adewunmi’s tenure. In a message welcoming the incoming Warden, the Hall executives expressed their excitement about the transition, looking forward to “a beautiful chapter of guidance, growth and progress” under her leadership. As... Continue Reading →
By Leonard Divine The Obafemi Awolowo Hall Executives have organised a two-day skill acquisition programme aimed at equipping residents with practical skills for personal development, creativity, and future opportunities. The programme, which held on Friday, 21st August and Saturday, 22nd August, featured hands-on training sessions focused on creative skill development. The digital and soft skills... Continue Reading →
By Elizabeth Oladapo Residents and staff of Awo Hall gathered on 31st July to celebrate the Hall warden, Dr. Afolasade Adewumi at a send-off ceremony in recognition of her dedicated service and contributions to the hall community. The send-off ceremony began on a lively note as music filled Awo pavilion, drawing residents together to celebrate... Continue Reading →
By Leonard Divine The installation of fire extinguishers has commenced in Obafemi Awolowo Hall, marking a major step towards the eventual approval of gas usage in the University of Ibadan Halls of Residence. The installation, which began on Friday, 24 July, follows the University Students’ Union’s recent update on the approval process for gas usage... Continue Reading →
By Leonard Divine The Obafemi Awolowo Hall Judicial Council held a judicial sitting on May 23, 2026, at the Senior Common Room (SCR) to hear disciplinary cases involving 13 residents accused of violating the hall’s code of conduct. The defendants were charged with cooking in their rooms, an act prohibited under Chapter 6, Section 13(6) of... Continue Reading →
