Elizabeth OladapoBoluwaji Adegboye has been appointed as the Chief Judge of the Obafemi Awolowo Hall Judiciary Council. Her appointment, along with other members of the judicial arm, was officially ratified during the first sitting of the Hall Representative Council (HRC) for the 2024/2025 legislative session.The sitting which was held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at... Continue Reading →
World Press Freedom: Why the Freedom Matters
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 →
Mental Health and Wellbeing: Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health
Elizabeth Oladapo "Social media has done more harm than good", this is a very common debate topic everywhere around the world.Every 'Gen Z' knows and cannot do without social media, most are always on a social media platform for hours in a day, but the question is do they benefit from this? Does social media... Continue Reading →
UI’SU Demands Fee Breakdown, Sets May 10 Deadline After Town Hall Resolutions
By Hadiza Usman The University of Ibadan Students' Union, UI'SU, Executive Council has released a memo on the outcomes of the Town Hall Meeting held on May 1st, 2025, with student leaders across the university.According to the memo with the signatories of the Students President, Covenant Odedele and the general secretary, Segun V. Olowu, "a... Continue Reading →
Ozempic: The New Frontier of Weight Loss Medicine
Image Credit: Google Marvellous Olajide Once reserved for managing diabetes, drugs like Ozempic are now at the center of a weight-loss revolution—fueling global demand, social media buzz, and even ethical debates. But is this just another fad, or a medical breakthrough changing how we fight obesity? What Is Ozempic?Ozempic (semaglutide) is a medication initially approved... Continue Reading →
The Quiet Revolution: Stories Of Small Acts That Create Big Change
Hadiza Usman Not all revolutions begin with roaring protests or dramatic speeches. Some unfold quietly, in the unnoticed corners of life, where ordinary people make choices that shape the world. These acts do not come with banners or breaking news—they are simple, sincere, and driven by nothing more than the instinct to do what is... Continue Reading →
The Rise of Content Creators in Nigeria: Potentials in the University of Ibadan
Kolade, Olakiitan Over the past few years, Nigeria has seen a considerable increase in the popularity of content creators, who are reshaping the digital landscape of the country and impacting millions of individuals through various online platforms. This shift highlights the evolving nature of media consumption and underscores the growing importance of digital content in... Continue Reading →
What Kind of Leader Are You?
Rianat Ademola“Real leaders must be ready to sacrifice all for the freedom of their people.”-- Nelson MandelaLeadership does not always look the same. Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. were both fighting for justice, but they chose different methods. King believed in patience and peaceful protest. Malcolm X believed people had to demand their... Continue Reading →
UI’SU Calls Stakeholders to Town Hall Meeting to Deliberate Pressing Issues
Rianat AdemolaThe Executive Council of the University of Ibadan Students’ Union has announced a crucial Town Hall Meeting scheduled to hold on Thursday, May 1st, 2025. The meeting is set to take place at 2 PM in the SRC Chamber.In a notice signed by the Union’s President, Covenant Odedele, and General Secretary, Segun V. Olowu,... Continue Reading →
DEALING WITH ROOMMATES DRAMA LIKE A PRO
Leonard DivineTalk about hostel life, talk about roommates! It's just one of the packages that comes with staying in a hostel, but let's be honest: sharing a room with someone (or several someones) can sometimes feel like walking on eggshells. Whether as a Staylite or a freshman, roommates drama is pretty much inevitable. From messy... Continue Reading →
