By Grace Adepoju Squid Game: The Challenge is a reality TV competition series with 10 episodes based on the South Korean drama series Squid Game produced by Stephen Lambert. In its release week 22nd November 2023, it was the most-watched show globally on Netflix, with 85.7 million hours. It reached number one in 74 countries... Continue Reading →
By Hadiza Usman On Wednesday, 17th July 2024, many students at the University of Ibadan took to the streets of the university to protest the institution's recent decisions to hike school fees and ration electricity supply on campus. The protest was sparked by a memo released the previous day, 16th July, 2024, from the Works... Continue Reading →
By Rihanat Adekola and Tosin Adeoye The residents of Obafemi Awolowo Hall usually look forward to the session packages in anticipation of whatever the current administration had to offer them. Every student accommodated in Obafemi Awolowo Hall must pay compulsory basic dues to fulfill the financial obligations of being an Awoite. This fee also serves... Continue Reading →
By Leonard Divine The fresher's orientation weekend at Obafemi Awolowo Hall was held throughout the weekend from 12th to 14th July, 2024. The events of the weekend started on Friday afternoon with the Muslim prayers which were held by 2pm at Awo mosque. The prayers were followed by the common pot and gyration at Awo... Continue Reading →
By Rianat Ademola On July 4, 2024, the political landscape of the United Kingdom saw a momentous change. After 14 years of Conservative government, the Labour Party won the general election and obtained a strong mandate. The Conservative government was overthrown by the Labour Party, which is led by Sir Keir Starmer, after winning several... Continue Reading →
By Leonard Divine We're already into the fourth week of resumption?? Classes have begun in earnest, and it seems like there isn't even enough time to catch a breather. It looks pretty daunting, doesn't it?? What more for a freshman who is expected not just to adapt to a new environment but also to get... Continue Reading →
By Onyinyechi Obike As an undergraduate in this age of digital innovation, it's undeniable that you've likely experienced online classes or accessed educational resources on the internet. Technology has consistently offered solutions to real-world challenges, especially in education. Its benefits range from facilitating accessible learning across geographical barriers to enhancing learning during times of physical... Continue Reading →
By Kolade Olakiitan The Access to Higher Education Act, 2023, also known as the Student Loans Act, was first introduced as a bill by Femi Gbajabiamila in 2016. It was later reintroduced in 2019 and got more attention from the National Assembly in November 2022 after the eight-month strike of university workers. The bill was... Continue Reading →
Obafemi Awolowo Hall fresher's orientation is scheduled to hold from the 12th to 14th of July, 2024 starting with the Muslim prayer which is to hold at Awo mosque on 12th July, 2024 by 2pm followed by the common pot and gyration at Awo quadrangle by 4pm on the same day. Sports day comes up... Continue Reading →
Photo credit: Pinterest By Grace Adepoju A public health alert has been issued by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) as a cholera outbreak spreads across 30 states, with over 1,140 confirmed and suspected cases reported in 2024. This contagious and potentially life-threatening disease requires immediate attention and precaution. Cholera, a diarrheal disease caused... Continue Reading →
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